This past week the Utah State Capitol was alive with innovation, drive, and the spirit of industry as manufacturers from across the State showcased their work during the Utah Manufacturers Association’s (UMA) second Manufacturing Day on the Hill.
This event brought together business leaders, legislators, lobbyists, and community influencers for a unique opportunity: to meet the makers behind the products that keep Utah’s economy thriving. Manufacturers of all sizes, from startups to established brands shared their stories, highlighted their products, and discussed how manufacturing continues to be a cornerstone of Utah’s economic success.
Why Manufacturing Matters in Utah
Utah’s manufacturing sector employs tens of thousands of Utahns and contributes billions of dollars in economic output each year. According to economic studies, manufacturing supports roughly one-fifth of all jobs in the state and contributes about one-quarter of Utah’s Gross Domestic Product. These high-paying jobs support their local communities and strengthen Utah’s long-term economic vitality.
UMA’s Manufacturing Day on the Hill serves as a powerful reminder that “What Utah Makes, Makes Utah.” Events like this connect manufacturers with policymakers to ensure that Utah stays competitive, innovative, and responsive to workforce and economic challenges.
Meet the Manufacturers Who Made the Day Special
Here’s a roundup of the companies that participated with each bringing a unique product, perspective, and energy to the Capitol:
A cutting-edge energy infrastructure manufacturer headquartered in Utah. Torus designs and produces systems that help deliver secure, resilient power solutions used in critical facilities and utilities — reinforcing Utah’s role in advanced manufacturing.
A Utah-based barbecue product innovator known for high-quality rubs, sauces, oxtail (serious soooo delicious) that celebrate local flavor and craftsmanship.
A woman-owned company that creates alcohol-free liquid herbal supplements
Logan Manufacturing / Dutro Company
A long-standing manufacturer of heavy-duty, American-made steel hand trucks, dollies, and material handling equipment based in Logan.
A food manufacturer producing tortilla chips and other tortilla products, La Flor represents Utah’s growing presence in the food production space. They also filled the bellies of visitors with delicious mini quesadillas.
Known as the nation’s leading designer and manufacturer of suppressors.
Bringing craftsmanship to many local gift shops with hand-crafted copper décor items and creates spares for the Fed. Gov. that go on Fighters, Tanks, Choppers, etc.
A specialized industrial cleaning company founded in 2001 by Randell Heath, based in Mountain Green provides advanced, environmentally friendly, non-abrasive surface preparation services, including dry ice blasting, induction stripping, and dust-free blasting for industries such as power generation, food processing, and aerospace.
A service partner focused on supporting Utah’s workforce needs — vital to helping manufacturers recruit, retain, and grow skilled teams.
A premier manufacturer for over 50 years, specializing in large, complex, custom polymer injection molded products for industries like mining, energy, and water management.
A family-owned confectioner delighting Utah and beyond with its signature taffy — blending heritage and sweet innovation.
SAE (Specialized Analysis Engineering)
An industrial automation firm that designs and builds custom automated machinery and were the runner-up of UMA’s 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Utah. Specializing in robotics for precision material handling, cutting, welding, and coating, serving industries like automotive, aerospace, and oil & gas.
Based in Lindon, they promote healthy living through nutritious, high-quality ingredients. Known for producing popular products like PBfit powdered peanut butter, avocado oil, and superfood blends.
A Salt Lake City-based robotics company, that specializes in designing and manufacturing autonomous, all-electric mowers and turf harvesters for golf courses, sports fields, and sod farms.
A custom wedding band manufacturer blending craftsmanship with innovative materials and design. They demonstrate how manufacturing touches both utilitarian and creative industries.
With decades of manufacturing and distribution operations in Utah, Swire brings beloved beverage products to the region while employing hundreds of local workers.
A staple of Utah’s dairy manufacturing sector, Gossner produces cheeses and dairy products in Logan that are distributed widely. They are also known one of the largest producers of Swiss cheese in the United States, producing about 20% of the nation’s supply.
A Salt Lake City-based outdoor brand specializing in sustainably sourced New Zealand merino wool products. Originally focused on blister prevention, the company now manufactures premium, American-made merino wool apparel, including base layers.
Stronger Together
Events like UMA’s Manufacturing Day on the Hill highlight not just what Utah manufacturers produce, but who they are and how deeply they’re woven into the fabric of local communities and economies. When legislators, industry leaders, and the public come together to learn from one another, it creates pathways for growth, innovation, and prosperity across the Beehive State.
What Utah Makes, Makes Utah and this year’s Manufacturing Day on the Hill proved once again just how vibrant and vital that manufacturing spirit truly is.
