Active Manufacturing Corp., founded in 1986 in Grand Haven, Michigan, started as a small shop focused on prototypes and short production runs, expanding across multiple industries nationwide and evolving into a family-owned business under Jeff Braak and Jeff Berry in 2012, with a related expansion in 2014 through Carter Bearings to offer stock and customizable high-precision bearings. Key Points Origins: Established in 1986 by Fred Hohman with a small team and basic equipment in a rented garage. Core Need: Aimed to serve larger companies with fast, accurate, and cost-effective prototypes and short production runs. Industry Reach: Began in the spring sector and broadened into furniture, automotive, aerospace, medical, and electronics. Leadership Transition: Purchased in December 2012 by Jeff Braak and Jeff Berry, who are Fred Hohman’s sons-in-law and long-time Active employees. Family-Owned: Maintains a family-owned business culture through leadership continuity. Capabilities: Developed capabilities to handle simple parts to complex turnkey projects. Carter Bearings Integration: In 2014, Carter Bearings joined Active Manufacturing, expanding stock bearing offerings and customization options with fast delivery. ** bearing Customization**: Carter can modify standard bearings to meet specific design features.