Manufacturing for the Ages: 10 US Companies That Have Reached or Surpassed 100 Years Old

These manufacturers have demonstrated remarkable resiliency in a century or more of change.

A round of applause, please, for 10 U.S. manufacturers that have stood the test of time. IndustryWeek is pleased to share a new compilation of manufacturing companies that have reached, and in many cases exceeded, the century mark.

This gallery is the latest entry in our ongoing salute to manufacturers that last and last. The roots of one manufacturer among those showcased here go back to before the Revolutionary War. Take a moment and join us in cheering on these manufacturers' remarkable longevity. 

The above photo shows Greif Inc. employees building barrels. Click through the slideshow for more information. 

About the Author

Jill Jusko

Bio: Jill Jusko is executive editor for IndustryWeek. She has been writing about manufacturing operations leadership for more than 20 years. Her coverage spotlights companies that are in pursuit of world-class results in quality, productivity, cost and other benchmarks by implementing the latest continuous improvement and lean/Six-Sigma strategies. Jill also coordinates IndustryWeek’s Best Plants Awards Program, which annually salutes the leading manufacturing facilities in North America. 

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