Hernon Manufacturing is proud to announce that it has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Manufacturer of the Year – Division 1 Award by the Manufacturers Association of Central Florida (MACF).
The award was presented during MACF's inaugural Manufacturer of the Year Awards ceremony, held as part of the organization's Annual President's Dinner on June 18, 2026, at The Florida Hotel in Orlando. The event brought together manufacturing leaders, partners, and industry supporters from across the state to recognize excellence, innovation, and contributions to Florida's manufacturing sector.
The Manufacturer of the Year Awards honor companies that demonstrate exceptional performance, innovation, leadership, and impact within the manufacturing industry. Hernon was recognized for its continued commitment to advancing manufacturing excellence through innovative adhesive and sealant technologies, investment in automation and process improvement, and dedication to serving customers across critical industries worldwide.
"This recognition is a tremendous honor for our organization," said Harry Arnon, President and CEO of Hernon Manufacturing. "For more than 45 years, Hernon has remained committed to innovation, quality, and customer success. This award reflects the hard work, expertise, and dedication of our entire team, who continually strive to deliver industry-leading solutions while helping strengthen American manufacturing."
Founded in 1978, Hernon Manufacturing has grown into a globally recognized provider of high-performance adhesives, sealants, dispensing equipment, and custom-engineered solutions. The company serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, electronics, defense, energy, and industrial manufacturing.
As a vertically integrated manufacturer, Hernon designs, formulates, and produces its products in the United States while maintaining a strong focus on research and development, operational excellence, and customer partnership. The company continues to invest in advanced manufacturing technologies and innovative product solutions that help customers improve efficiency, reliability, and performance.
The Annual President's Dinner serves as one of MACF's premier events, bringing together manufacturing professionals from across Florida to celebrate achievements, strengthen industry relationships, and highlight the critical role manufacturing plays in driving economic growth and innovation.
Hernon extends its sincere appreciation to MACF for this recognition and thanks its employees, customers, suppliers, and partners whose support and collaboration have contributed to this achievement.
As the company looks toward the future, Hernon remains committed to advancing manufacturing innovation, supporting its customers' success, and contributing to the continued growth and strength of the manufacturing industry.
