Island Tool & Die, founded in 1996 by Lee and Cindy Swanson, grew from a small family operation into a capable, CNC-driven machining shop that weathered two major recessions and now serves diverse industries with short runs, one-off detail work, and tool builds, aiming to be a tier-one supplier through quality, reliability, and continuous improvement. Key Points Founding and early growth: Established in 1996 as a husband-wife operation in Pine Island, MN, expanding from dies and tooling to a larger facility by 1998. Capital investment: Early adoption of CNC technology (first CNC center in 1997, additional machines and CAM by 1998) to scale capabilities. Resilience through recessions: Survived the 2001 downturn and later learned lessons to emerge stronger after subsequent economic challenges. Workforce quality: Emphasizes a skilled, dedicated machinist team described as top notch and highly capable. Core capabilities: Focus on short-run production, one-of-a-kind detail work, tool builds, with extensive stainless steel, plastics, steel, and aluminum machining. Technological tools: Equipped with CNC/CNC-assisted machines, CMM inspection, Virtual Gibbs CAM software, and SolidWorks CAD. Outsourcing model: Performs overflow work for other companies seeking reliable, quality-driven partners across industries (medical, packaging, computer, construction, metal fabrication, pharmaceuticals). Industry focus: Serves medical devices, packaging equipment, computer components, and pharmaceutical equipment sectors. Quality and delivery promise: Aims for superior products and services, timely delivery, and minimized downtime through high manufacturing standards.