German cars are known for their engineering excellence, and the high-style appliances made by Miele are no different. Miele is the US arm of Miele & Cie. KG, which has been run by the Miele family (now in its fourth generation) since it was founded in 1899. Miele USA was established in 1984 and operates showrooms in about a dozen states, but Miele's products are sold nationwide through specialty retailers. Miele makes vacuum cleaners, dishwashers, coffee makers, ovens, cooktops, ventilation hoods, washers, dryers, and professional-grade appliances. Its products are also sold in 36 other countries. Miele plans to start selling refrigeration and wine storage units by 2009.

Larson-Juhl, a Berkshire Hathaway company, designs, manufactures and distributes fine custom frames of enduring style and superior craftsmanship. Larson-Juhl has a history of making custom frames for over 100 years and has grown to 24 facilities across the United States and locations in 15 countries around the world.Larson-Juhl's designers travel the globe in search of unique finishes, exquisite embossings, and intriguing patterns, and its artisans take tremendous pride in the craftsmanship and quality of each frame. It's this attention to detail that makes Larson-Juhl custom frames the finest in the world.

Ashley Furniture's Worldwide Headquarters in Arcadia, Wisconsin continues to be the core manufacturing and distribution center for the Ashley Companies. Founded by Carlyle Weinberger in 1945, the company started as a sales organization with branches in Chicago,IL and Goshen, IN. In 1970, the Arcadia, WI factory opened. Specializing in occasional tables and wall systems, the building encompassed 35,000 square feet of space and 35 employees.Under the vision, direction and leadership of Ashley's owners, Ashley has become a "WorldClass Furniture Manufacturer". Ashley has grown to become the largest home furniture manufacturing company. Ashley has a rich history of success stories that illustrate its dramatic transition from a ‘virtual unknown’ to a significant force in the industry.

Alstons company is one of the UK's leading furniture manufacturers. The Alston family's direct involvement with selling and repairing furniture dates back to 1776 when they opened up their first furniture and repair shop in Chelsea; the family later honed their product offerings in 1950. Still a family-run home furnishings wholesaler and manufacturer, Alstons' unbranded wooden and upholstered pieces are sold through retailers across the UK. Products are fabricated inside the UK by Alston-operated manufacturing facilities.

Tempur-Pedic International Inc. engages in the manufacture, marketing, and distribution of bedding products worldwide. Its products include pillows, mattresses, and adjustable beds, as well as various cushions and other comfort products. The company markets its products through furniture and bedding retailers, and specialty and department stores; direct response and Internet; chiropractors, medical retailers, hospitals, and other healthcare markets; and third party distributors. Tempur-Pedic International sells its products under TEMPUR and Tempur-Pedic brand names. The company was founded in 1989 and is based in Lexington, Kentucky.

Drexel Heritage Furniture Industries, Inc., based in High Point, North Carolina, ranks among the top furniture manufacturers in the world, particularly regarding size and volume. For over 100 years, they've manufactured fine furniture with a reputation for exceptional styling and quality craftsmanship. With more than 1,300 employees working in specialized manufacturing facilities in North Carolina, Drexel Heritage also relies on the worldwide manufacturing expertise of parent company Furniture Brands International. This enables them to provide unique designs and unsurpassed value to every customer. Throughout each product line, Drexel Heritage distinguishes itself by offering furnishings leading the industry in quality, fashion and styling. With two distinctive brands, Drexel and Heritage, Drexel Heritage Furniture Industries, Inc. offers one of the broadest assortment of wood and upholstered furniture in the industry.

Onkyo Corporation's products live up to their name. The consumer products manufacturer (its name literally means "sound") makes consumer audio equipment for home and car use. Its products include car stereo speakers, CD players, DVD players, home stereo speakers, home theater systems, and home network systems. The company also sells speakers manufactured by others. The firm sells its products worldwide through traditional and Internet retailers including Fry's Electronics. Onkyo, which was founded in 1946, operates more than 20 facilities (production plants, development centers, and sales units) worldwide.

Meyer affiliates have been designing, manufacturing and marketing cookware on a global scale since 1971. Combined, the affiliates sell over 100 cookware lines in more than 30 countries, and employ more than 5,000 people worldwide.Meyer cookware is manufactured by its own affiliates in factories located worldwide. In addition to manufacturing cookware, the companies also manufacture over 90 percent of the materials used to make the cookware including corrugated materials used for packaging, handles made of stainless steel and high heat-resistant phenolic, rivets and stainless steel lids. Combined, Meyer affiliate factories produce more than 30 million pans annually.

The word "keurig" is derived from the Dutch word for excellence, and it is their promise to you. Excellence guides everything Keurig do, from the patented single-cup brewing technology, to the gourmet brands of coffee and tea that are packaged in the K-Cup portion packs, to the customer service.Today, Keurig is the leading single-cup brewing system in North America-for both At Home and Away From Home. Now, you can enjoy a fresh cup of gourmet coffee or tea, and hot cocoa Keurig Brewed® in less than a minute, without any set-up or clean-up. Keurig's popular coffee, tea and hot cocoa brands offer hundreds of K-Cups® to choose from, so everyone can have their favorite variety.

Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America (MDEA) is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of big screen and digital television receiver technology. MDEA makes projection televisions and LCD (liquid crystal display) high-definition and flat-panel televisions, as well as accessories for home theater systems. Its Presentation Products division makes projectors and LCD monitors for business customers; its Imaging Products division makes a line of imaging products (printers, video records) for the health care industry. MDEA operates a pair of offices in California, and one each in Georgia, Illinois, and New Jersey.

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