Primary Industries in Cleveland
Cleveland’s strongest manufacturing sectors — and the precision parts we machine for each.
Aerospace
Cleveland's aerospace heritage centers on NASA Glenn Research Center — the nation's premier jet propulsion and in-space propulsion laboratory. GE Aerospace operates major engine test and component facilities across northeast Ohio, Parker Hannifin's aerospace division produces fuel and hydraulic systems, and a deep network of Tier 2 suppliers machines turbine blades, combustor liners, and fuel system fittings.
Explore Aerospace in ClevelandAutomotive
Cleveland anchors one of America's densest automotive supply clusters — the Eaton Corporation headquarters, Lincoln Electric's welding and automation systems, Swagelok's fluid systems, and Parker Hannifin's motion controls all serve automotive OEMs. The GM Parma Metal Center and Ford's Ohio Assembly (Avon Lake) create steady demand for machined stampings, drivetrain components, and tooling across the region.
Explore Automotive in ClevelandMedical Devices
Cleveland's medical device ecosystem is powered by Cleveland Clinic Innovations, one of the most prolific hospital-based device incubators in the world. Invacare designs and builds home medical devices, Steris produces surgical sterilization and OR equipment, and Parker Hannifin's engineered materials division manufactures medical tubing and fluid handling components. University Hospitals and Case Western Reserve University add clinical and research depth.
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