As the
world struggles through its economic challenges,
one local company has invested heavily in the future, especially
the future of the automotive industry.
Microflex Inc., an Ormond Beach manufacturer of
automotive components, parts and assemblies, is in the midst of
an ambitious expansion of its manufacturing complex to
position the firm for continued growth as an Original
Equipment Manufacturer for the world’s leading automotive
companies.
“We have
earned a spot among the reliable OEMs for many
industries and we look forward to increasing our presence in the
worldwide automotive industry,” said John Atanasoski, who
oversees automotive operations for Microflex. “In fact, our
presence in the automotive industry has increased to the point
we formed Microflex Automotive as a separate business unit to
serve that industry exclusively with design, manufacturing and
engineering services. That was a key factor in our decision to
move ahead with expansion plans. Clearly, there is a slowdown
in the automotive industry, but those manufacturers that are
nimble and are marketing vehicles that ease the lives of today’s
consumers will prosper, and we will help them do so.”
Since
its formation in 1975,Microflex has become a leader
in the manufacturing of flexible metal hose and braid, metallic
expansion joints, bellows, and automotive components. The
company has experienced rapid growth and serves many
industries.
Brothers
Josif and George Atanasoski founded Microflex in
Connecticut. By 1980, they had relocated their operations to
Florida. In 1984, the company moved to 35 acres on U.S. 1 in
Ormond Beach, just north of Interstate 95. At that time, the
brothers Atanasoski built a manufacturing complex of about
40,000 square feet. Two expansion projects since that time have
increased the fully integrated manufacturing space of Microflex
to 100,000 square feet.
Microflex designs, builds, and operates the world’s most
advanced metal forming and braiding equipment. Among its
employees are engineers who develop products specifically
designed for quality and value in a variety of applications.
Microflex holds many manufacturing quality certifications,
including ISO9001, which assure customers of an exact product.
Microflex particularly is active in the design and manufacture of
products for the automotive and transportation industries. The
company’s experience and knowledge are invaluable to the
customers with high-tech applications with exacting
specifications and extreme tolerances.
Microflex products are used across the nation and around
the world. With expanded facilities on the horizon, the company
plans to increase its stature as a preferred supplier to many of
the world’s leading technology companies.
Construction is moving along nicely, according to Manager
Scott Tobin of S.A.T. Development. Completion is slated within a
few weeks.
