Schmitt Industries
Schmitt Industries, Inc., identified by its stock symbol SMIT, operates globally through its subsidiaries, focusing on the development, manufacturing, and sale of diverse test and measurement solutions. Established in 1984, the company's main corporate office is situated in Portland, Oregon. The organization's operations are divided into two distinct divisions: Measurement and Ice Cream. The Measurement division specializes in designing, producing, and marketing advanced laser and confocal chromatic white light sensors under the Acuity brand. These precision instruments are engineered for tasks such as distance measurement and dimensional sizing, serving a wide array of industrial applications. These include manufacturing processes, timber production, steel casting, glass and paper fabrication, medical imaging, crane automation, and meticulous inspection of micron-level parts and surfaces. This segment also offers the high-speed AR550 laser sensor, vital for vibration analysis, road scanning, vehicle impact testing, and ballistic measurements. Another product, the AS2100, is a highly accurate distance sensor utilized in metal manufacturing, the transportation sector, process control, and liquid fill level monitoring. Furthermore, the Measurement division provides satellite-enabled remote tank monitoring systems under the Xact brand. These systems track the fill levels of tanks containing liquids like propane and diesel, and their services extend to transmitting real-time fill data from tanks via satellite to a secure online platform for convenient access and review. The Ice Cream division operates under the Ample Hills Creamery brand, engaging in the production, wholesale, and retail of ice creams and ice cream cakes. Products are sold directly to consumers via its website and retail outlets. Beyond sales, this segment also caters events with its frozen treats and actively contributes to community building by organizing various events, including ice cream-making classes, comedy performances, and live music shows.