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Wallingford, CT
“THERE’S SOMETHING ABOUT A COMPANY FOUNDED BY A MOM.”
After 15 years with a manufacturer of component parts – a company where she had risen from secretary to vice-president and ended up with 25% of the firm’s stock – Lana Scott-Whaley wasn’t happy with starting just any old company, she wanted it to be the best. Her passion for excellence and her ambition to be the best was infectious, so much so that her husband David Whaley left a secure job with the California Institute of the Arts, took a mortgage out on their home, and launched their dream. With chins high and smiles wide, they turned on the lights at HOOSIER on May 1, 1979 – a 4,000 square foot facility with few a pieces of equipment and a handful of clients.
Thirty years later, the second generation is hard at work keeping Lana and David’s dream alive in a 63,000 square foot complex fully equipped with high-tech in-house fabrication and manufacturing capability. The dream has grown into one of the most respected specialty parts manufacturers in the United States. A successful family owned, family run business is unlike any other. There’s an intrinsic quality about the management style and company dynamics that’s nearly impossible to duplicate. We’ve come a long way since 1979 and we still approach our business the same way that Lana and David did. “Give our customers the best product at a great price, and they’ll likely be back for more.” It’s the Hoosier way.
26 Community Reviews 4.62/5 Overall Rating
KB24
Manufacturing , Medical Device
06/15/2014
As described earlier, we are very pleased with Hoosier's products. They are reliable and never had a problem with our assembly line. Their staff provided quick turnaround with their products and competitive pricing. They were easy to work with especially with the budget we provided them. Thank you Hoosier!
Strengths: Hoosier Industrial Machinery is a trusted vendor. We've been utilizing their service parts for our machinery equipment to manufacture medical parts. Their services parts have been excellent and created with the highest quality. We've compared their parts to other vendors and they've come out on top in every single test we've tried. Their customer service department provided a wealth of knowledge that previous vendors could not provide. I am in awe of their excellent customer service and attention to detail.
Needs to improve: None at all. We are very pleased.
sbanger
Finance/Accounting , Medical Device
07/18/2014
My firm utilizes Hoosier to for molding services as well as their component supply. The products have been for the most part reliable, though not of the highest quality. However, Hoosier provides extremely competitive pricing so it makes up for average level of quality. We have had no major issues except for lags in turnaround time, this is an area that needs improvement. For the most part they did deliver on what we paid for and made of process more efficient. Overall we were decently satisfied.
Strengths: Reliable product, great customer service
Needs to improve: turnaround times
We contracted Hoosier for their wide selection of components and services. They offer a wide selection of products for our assembly line. Everything that we've received from Hoosier has been top notch and reliable. No issues whatsoever. Customer service was a pleasure to work with. They were friendly and professional; a breathe of fresh air in this industry. They were able to provide us with a more cost effective solution and realistic lead times. Overall we're extremely satisfied with their services and will continue to support them. Highly recommend to others.
Strengths: wide selection, quality, customer service, reliability
Needs to improve: none encountered
I've been working with Hoosier for the past several month is sourcing various medical device components for one of our new product offerings. So far through our in house testing we have not found a single issue in any of their components which leads me to believe they will be very dependable. In interacting with their sales and customer service department I've noticed that they are very knowledgeable and professional. I will continue with my partnership and expect to build a lasting relationship.
Strengths: Medical Components
Needs to improve: None
Our firm sourced with Hoosier to purchase some of their wide selection of components and services. Hoosier offers a very competitive price and everything was great except there was a small delay in receiving the items. The products have been of high quality and very reliable. Our small firm really appreciates not having to worry about these things and making our manufacturing process a lot less complicated. Overall we were happy with Hoosier and would consider using again.
Strengths: great service, competitive, pricing
Needs to improve: lead times
we contract with hoosier for machined parts for the sports medicine/pharmaceutical/medical field. their drug delivery machining is precise, exact and reduces our resources used. in the growing market of medical device, Hoosier has high quality and regulatory standards that shows in the durability and result of the products we have purchased from them as well as the technical support their team provides us.
Strengths: quality machined parts made from various materials, good pricing, research based team
Needs to improve: none
We currently do business with them. We had had them make us a custom jigg to help us with our assembly process. Sometimes our motor heads are a little out of alignment when we receive them from our vendor so our custom jigg helps us verify that the correct spacing has been applied before installation. Great customer service with a very good staff.
Strengths: They are a great place for plastic and metal parts.
Needs to improve: None
We have been contracted with Hoosier for years now, nothing but positive vibes from them. My company has ordered custom work from Hoosier, and no trouble. They made our orders very fast and smoothly. Never have I ordered from anyone with such a huge amount with no trouble. Truly recommend them!
Strengths: Great customer service, beautiful designs with wide variety, website is easy to navigate and order from!
Needs to improve: none at the moment
Hoosier is a family owned and operated company that is trustworthy and reliable. Our company used their die cut services, and we would not be happier with their product and services. They have many specialty plastics in stock, which facilitated the production process. They make their own dies and forms, so they were able to make custom products that my company needed.
Strengths: on time; good quality
Needs to improve: none
The components and equipment we purchase when it comes to assembling small electrical components on the line or in our big machines their equipment are easy to use and great to work with. This company is very helpful and knowledgeable of their products to help completed an accurate order for our company. They are a great vendor to work with
Strengths: reliable products
Needs to improve: no weakness
Teamd562
CEO/Owner , Architectural And Engineering
07/23/2014
We've purchase electrical and machinery components from Hoosier. Very pleased. The electrical components we have purchased were easy to integrate into our stamping machinery, as they tend to wear down from heavy usage. Easy to integrate into our system. We will continue purchasing from Hoosier whenever these parts become obsolete.
Strengths: electrical and machinery components, easy to order
Needs to improve: None.
Our company purchases many different quality products from Hoosier. We get a wide selection of components, supplies and equipment. Their customer service team is friendly and very knowledgeable with their products. They offer competitive pricing and fast shipping. Great vendor to work with.
Strengths: -Wide selection of quality products
-Excellent customer service
-Fast turnaround
-Efficient shipping process
Needs to improve: No weaknesses.
We work with Hoosier to get raw materials and machined components. They are excellent. They followed our designs and blue prints exactly and created our components perfectly and consistently. All our designs have a tight tolerance so to be exact is good, but to be exact consistently is awesome. Highly recommended.
Strengths: die stamping, CNC machining
Needs to improve: none
My shop has been ordering wiring through Hoosier for a while now! We are always ordering wiring in big bulks! They have always kindly assisted us while doing so! They have a very wide selection of plastic products! There customer service is top notch!
Strengths: GREAT PRODUCT!! GREAT TURNAROUND TIME!
Needs to improve: NONE!
A good company when there's no time to wait for someone to ship your supplies. They maintain a very large variety of equipment and supplies. They're not always the cheapest but they are very convenient and maintain great customer service!
Strengths: high quality product and good customer service
Needs to improve: none
Billy
Purchasing , Medical Device
06/19/2014
A very reliable micro machining vendor service provider. We manufacture Micro medical devices that get implanted. We use this vendor to assist on manufacturing/Machining of some of our micro components that we use within our manufacturing processes.
Strengths: Good reliable machining capabilities
Needs to improve: None I can recall
When ordering supplies on the phone, it is easy to make the ordeal a hassle, but with Hoosier the process is extremely easy and the shipment times are always accurate and sometimes they arrive early.
Strengths: Quality supplies, fast shipment, knowledgeable customer service team
Needs to improve: No problems
Wide selection of components, supplies and equipment. Good product quality and helpful customer reps make ordering extremely easy. Quick shipping and accurate quotes keep us coming back. Will continue to use as a vendor.
Strengths: product selection, variety, quality, reliability and lead time
Needs to improve: none
Wr order wires and other products from Hoosier. They are always there for you qnd they get the job done quickly!!
Strengths: They have great customer service. They also have a quick turnaround!! Parts are always good and not a problem.
Needs to improve: Nothing
I highly recommend this company for all of your medical manufacturing needs.
Strengths: Customer service is a plus, very friendly and professional. We use Hoosier to assist in manufacturing some of our micro components and we are very pleased with their products.
Needs to improve: None