Chuck Baughman

LaBarge, Inc. engages in the design, manufacture, and assistance of electronic, electromechanical and interconnect systems on a contract basis in the United States. The company provides electronic system solutions, including interconnect systems, circuit card assemblies, and high-level assemblies. It produces electronic equipment for use in high-technology applications comprising military communication, radar and weapons systems, industrial automation, military and commercial aircrafts, satellites, space launch vehicles, oil and gas wells, mine automation equipment, and medical devices. LaBarge also offers its services to companies in technology-driven industries desiring an engineering and manufacturing partner capable of developing and providing high-reliability electronic equipment, including products capable of performing in harsh environmental conditions, such as high and low temperatures, and severe shock and vibration. It serves customers in the defense, aerospace, natural resources, industrial, government system, telecommunication, and other commercial markets. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.

Watlow Electric Manufacturing Co. manufactures industrial heaters, temperature sensors, controllers and related software. It also offers electric heating elements and complete thermal systems. The firm's products are used in semiconductor, plastics processing, foodservice equipment, life sciences, power generation, aerospace and others. The company was founded by Louis Desloge Sr. in 1922 and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO.

Siemens Manufacturing Co., Inc. is a manufacturer of electronic assemblies specializing in printed circuit boards and box build assemblies. The firm serves the automotive, industrial, agricultural, medical, communications, environmental, and transportation markets. The company was founded by John Siemens and Jim Siemens in1963 and is headquartered in Freeburg, IL.