St. Joseph, MI May 18, 2010. Local custom automation manufacturers, Edgewater Automation, have recently been added to the list of Michigan 50 Companies to Watch.

Edgewater Automation is a uniquely experienced designer and builder of custom automation equipment based in St. Joseph, MI. The company integrates the latest technologies, such as robotics, to create custom equipment used in the manufacturing of solar panels, batteries, and advanced automotive applications.

Rick-Blake-award-50-companies-to-watchMichigan 50 Companies to Watch is an awards program that celebrates second-stage companies throughout the state of Michigan. The program recognizes these companies for their performance in the marketplace, innovation, philanthropy and empowered employees, and come from a wide range of industries across the state.

Companies to Watch looks for Second-Stage companies who are vital for job creation and tend to honor companies using technology and innovation to expand their business. Edgewater Automation President, Rick Blake, says “We’re a good fit because we are constantly looking for innovative solutions by utilizing cutting edge technologies and processes, and then building on them to fit our customer’s needs.”

Aside from job creation, Companies to Watch looks for ways companies have made valuable contributions to their communities. They were pleased to find that Edgewater Automation has done a great deal of work with their local Habitat for Humanity chapter, as well as supporting the area’s Robot First Program, which is focused on educating High School students in the way technology and robotics are a part of today’s society and tomorrow’s future.

Edgewater Automation is grateful for the recognition for its hard work and plans to continue to expand their capabilities in a wide-range of industries and applications.