formulation enhances a vast number of physical performance properties like abrasion and wear resistance , corrosion resistance , chemical resistance , impact strength and hardness . At Foley Defense , each one of these properties is rigorously tested to guarantee that cerakote products remain at the forefront of the ceramic coatings market .
Trained and certified in applying cerakote ceramic thin film coatings for firearms and other products that require both a durable and attractive finish , Foley uses modern chic manufacturing techniques along with fiber laser engraving to customize products quickly , efficiently and at affordable prices . It also offers knives , tools , eyewear , consumer electronics , wearables , industrial valves , sporting and athletic equipment , robotics , audio equipment and fresh and saltwater applications .
Making its start in the defense industry a little over eight years ago , Foley has seen its business nearly double in growth over the past two years and almost triple in growth this year , a trajectory it believes the business will continue on for years to come as people begin taking an increased interest in safety and personal protection measures .
of these common materials , giving it a unique combination of material properties ,” says Olson . “ These include being very lightweight , high strength , easy machinability , low coefficient of thermal expansion and good thermal stability at high temperatures . It can be used as an electrical insulator , electrical conductor , thermal insulator or thermal conductor .”
CFOAM LLC was founded in 2016 and was recently purchased by CONSOL Energy . The company ’ s customer base continues to grow both in the U . S . and internationally . In 2022 , CFOAM LLC received seven export awards for the West Virginia Governor ’ s Commendation for International Market Entry .
Photo by FCX Systems .
Photo by CFOAM .
Its reputation for innovation and success has allowed leadership to create valuable partnerships with other U . S . companies involved in creating products for the military , including Advanced Carbon Products Technologies and American Maglev Technologies .
“ We have discovered that building good relationships enhances our chances of success when solving difficult problems for the military ,” says Olson .
FCX Systems
FCX Systems is the world ’ s leading manufacturer of solid-state frequency converters , ground power support and custom power conversion solutions for military , commercial , shore power and industrial applications around the world . Based in Morgantown , WV , the company has been developing its products for more than 35 years .
“ We design and manufacture power units that allow airplanes to plug into power on the ground for testing and maintenance purposes ,” says CEO Craig Walker . “ The great majority , around 90 %, is for military use — the U . S . and its allies — in hangars , mobile units and ships . Without our units , these planes would operate only with their auxiliary power units , which is more costly .”
There are only five companies in the U . S . that manufacture ground power units , which situates FCX in a unique niche market . FCX frequency converters and diesel ground power units have been installed in more than 80 countries and on every continent . Industry leaders such
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