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The Tip is 'Manufacturer's sites' I recently ran out of my favorite pancake syrup. I loved the brand we had been using but when I went to the grocery store, I couldn't find it. The syrup was made in Indiana and I was living in Florida at the time. I tried unsuccessfully to find it on an internet. The manufacturer is small and their products are not readily available so I thought I would try their website. They did, in fact, have their own internet store so I ordered it directly from them. Now, I always buy their made in USA maple syrup from their website and never run out. Made in America Secrets has thousands of made in USA products offered by hundreds of small manufacturers. These small Made in America companies are a large contributor to our economy. In fact, according to the 2008 US Census Bureau small businesses, those employing 1 to 99 employees comprise 98% of all the USA businesses. This is equivalent to 5.8 million businesses that employee over 40 million people. Most American's are unaware of how significant small business is when compared to the total size of the US economy. This website is aware of it and that is why 99% of the businesses that advertise on Made in America Secrets are small businesses. Use this web site to for a list of products made in the US- especially since it is likely that a small US manufacturer employs someone you know- your husband, wife, children, or grandchildren. When using Google to search for Made in America products often times these small made in the United States businesses never show up on page one- and most folks don't look past page one. What does this mean? The consumer has a difficult time locating that US made product. Made in America Secrets was conceived to provide a solution to that problem. As an example search for motorcycles Made in America using Google and you will likely miss many of the companies that make this country great. Use Made in America Secrets for the search and you will likely find a hidden jewel. Buying Tip Continued - Read more on Made in America Products by Texas Light Smith John W. Worsham III established Texas Lightsmith in 1995, and was joined by longtime friend and colleague, Trey Jones in 2001, with the mission of providing a source for excellent custom lighting, while offering the widest array of metalworking techniques to allow for unlimited design possibilities. John has a Bachelor's degree in studio art from the University of Texas at Austin and studied intaglio printmaking as well as non-ferrous metal smithing. John went on to take classes in structural steel welding and blacksmithing and studied abroad in Florence, Italy. Trey has a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Texas and has a background in machining and mechanical design. Over the years Texas Lightsmith has developed into a multi-faceted company with several specialties. Our primary business focuses on the complete production of residential range hoods, sinks, and, of course, lighting, both residential and commercial. It is not uncommon for us to produce multiple pieces for a single project that tie together through a related design theme. We offer customization of all our products. Early on, Texas Lightsmith expanded its range beyond lighting to include sinks, range hoods, fireplace screens, chimney caps, the occasional mirror and other custom projects. Today the focus is on the lighting, hoods, and sinks, but we still take on the odd custom project every now and then. JHWS In addition to tinsmithing, standard sheet metal, and wrought iron fabrication techniques, Texas Lightsmith regularly employs weaving of metal, repouss?, punching, and hammer forming to create a diverse design base for all projects. Since its inception, Texas Lightsmith has produced thousands of custom chandeliers, wall fixtures, venthoods, hanging lanterns, fireplace screens, and other exquisite and unique items. Keeping the work local and the quality high have been critical to our success. Texas Lightsmith does not support the outsourcing of U.S. work to underpaid foreign labor. Keeping the work in house allows us to keep close control on quality and the details essential to making custom work. All Texas Lightsmith products are handcrafted by metal smiths at the Texas Lightsmith studio in Austin, Texas. While the Texas Lightsmith standard line is ever-increasing, custom projects are welcome. Please call, or email/Contact Us, to schedule an appointment to discuss your specific project. With lighting listed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., Texas Lightsmith is an excellent source for commercial as well as residential projects. |
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