Chromalloy, based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, was named the inaugural champion of the Coolest Thing Made in Florida for its advanced jet engine turbine blades—one of the most complex and critical components in modern aerospace engineering.
About the Product
Chromalloy manufactures FAA-approved jet engine replacement parts, known as Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) components, for the high-pressure turbine (HPT) section of aircraft engines.
These turbine blades operate under extreme heat, pressure, and rotational force—requiring precision engineering, advanced materials, and rigorous certification standards.
What makes this product stand out:
- Engineered for high-performance aerospace applications
- Meets strict FAA certification standards
- Designed for durability in extreme operating environments
- Supports global aviation safety and reliability
A Winning Innovation For Florida
“This contest is an important way to spotlight the creativity and dedication that define Florida manufacturers. Chromalloy’s work is a powerful example of the innovation happening across our state.”
— MARK WILSON, PRESIDENT & CEO, FLORIDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
“We are deeply honored to be named the inaugural winner of the Coolest Thing Made in Florida competition. This recognition reflects the dedication and ingenuity of our workforce across Florida.”
— CHRIS CELTRUDA, CEO, CHROMALLOY
Made in Florida Story
Chromalloy’s winning product represents a fully integrated Florida manufacturing footprint:
- Palm Beach Gardens – Design and engineering
- Tampa – Precision casting
- Oldsmar – Machining and advanced coatings
This cross-regional collaboration highlights the strength, connectivity, and advanced capabilities of Florida’s manufacturing ecosystem.
Competition Journey
From Nomination to Champion
The inaugural Coolest Thing Made in Florida competition brought together manufacturers from across the state in a multi-round, head-to-head format:
- 100+ products nominated statewide
- 400,000+ votes cast by Floridians
- Four rounds of public voting
- Top 2 finalists advanced to the final round
The champion was announced live on stage at the Future of Florida Forum & Florida Chamber Annual Meeting in Orlando.
Meet The 2025 Coolest Thing Made In Florida Champion
Hear directly from the winning company about what this recognition means for their team, their product, and Florida manufacturing.
2025 Finalist
BlueWind Technology – Wind Turbine Nacelles
While Chromalloy earned the top spot, the final round featured another standout Florida-made product.
BlueWind Technology builds and assembles wind turbine nacelles—highly complex generator housings that sit atop wind turbines—using advanced composite materials.
Their technology supports renewable energy systems that help power more than 3 million homes, setting new standards in sustainable energy innovation.
This finalist reflects the depth, diversity, and forward-looking impact of Florida’s manufacturing sector.
2025 Top 32 Products
From aerospace and advanced manufacturing to marine, energy, and consumer products, the Top 32 reflect the full strength of Florida’s manufacturing economy.
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2. A-1 Industries
3. AquaCal AutoPilot, Inc.
4. Anthrex, Inc.
5. Baby Barrier
6. BlueWind Technology LLC
7. Boston Whaler
8. CAE USA
9. Chromalloy
10. Danfoss Turbocor
11. Dukane Seacom
12. Eastern Shipbuilding Group, Inc.
13. Ecological Laboratories Inc.
14. Elevate Healthcare
15. Georgia-Pacific
16. G.S. Gelato
17. Haddy
18. Koozie Group
19. Lockheed Martin
20. Monster Jam (Feld Entertainment)
21. Nautique Boat Company
22. NAVAN Boats
23. PDS Optical
24. Pro Glider Boats
25. Redwire Space
26. ROOTS Education
27. Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions
28. Siemens Energy (2 products nominated)
29. Signature Brands
30. Sunrise Community
31. The Mertailor, by Eric Ducharme