H.H. Barnum Company is a premier distributor of factory automation products and solutions, headquartered in Brighton, Michigan. Established in 1946, the company has grown into a 100% employee-owned organization under Houchens Industries, serving over 5,000 customers across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. Operating from a 65,000-square-foot main facility with additional stocking offices in Ohio, South Carolina, and Michigan, the company maintains an extensive inventory valued at over $75 million to ensure rapid fulfillment.
The company specializes in a comprehensive range of industrial automation components, including sensors, vision inspection systems, safety controls, pneumatic systems, and motion control technologies such as VFDs and servos. Their product portfolio also encompasses electric actuators, industrial enclosures, connectivity solutions, human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). H.H. Barnum partners with leading global manufacturers such as SMC, Banner Engineering, Lumberg Automation, and Contrinex to provide high-quality industrial hardware.
Beyond distribution, H.H. Barnum offers significant value-added services, including custom design and assembly, component kitting, vendor-managed inventory, and technical support. The company is equipped for application testing and product demonstrations, utilizing a specialized 46-foot automation trailer for on-site factory tours and training. With a workforce of over 130 employees, H.H. Barnum is recognized for its technical expertise and commitment to supporting complex automation requirements in the factory and warehouse sectors.
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Hernon Manufacturing, Inc.
🇺🇸 United States
197851-100 peopleManufacturer/Distributor
Established brand
Product customization
High-tech enterprise
Industry association member
Shipments
204
Key customer
SKF
Key market
🇲🇽 Mexico
Description
Hernon Manufacturing, Inc. is a premier manufacturer and turnkey systems integrator specializing in high-performance adhesives, sealants, and precision dispensing equipment. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Sanford, Florida, the company operates with a "Formulating Solutions" approach, combining chemical engineering with advanced application technology. With an on-site machine division and a dedicated R&D laboratory, they have developed over 5,000 unique formulas across various chemistries, including anaerobic, cyanoacrylate, epoxy, acrylic, silicone, and UV-curable adhesives. Their product portfolio serves critical applications such as structural bonding, gasketing, potting, threadlocking, and ammunition sealing.
As an ISO 9001 certified manufacturer, Hernon provides comprehensive solutions that include not only chemical formulations but also precision dispensing valves, UV LED curing systems, and automated equipment like the Autovator and Sureshot® jet dispensing valves. They offer extensive OEM, ODM, and contract manufacturing services, catering to high-tech industries such as aerospace, automotive, defense, electronics, medical, and energy. Their technical capabilities are further evidenced by compliance with various MIL-SPEC standards and the 2015 Presidential ‘E’ Award for export excellence.
With a workforce of approximately 50 to 100 employees, Hernon Manufacturing maintains a global presence, exporting to over 66 countries through an extensive network of distributors. Their ability to provide custom-engineered solutions—from specialized chemical properties to fully integrated robotic dispensing systems—positions them as a leader in the industrial manufacturing community.