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Founded in 1939, Watson provides a wide range of products and services. It has a more than 85,000-square-foot facility. The company has various departments that include manufacturing, warehouse, analytical, and research and development departments. It has distribution warehouses in the United States and in several international locations. The company serves the food supplement manufacturing, beverages, bakery and pharmaceutical industries. Watson utilizes various special equipment that includes cryogenic grinders, oscillating granulators, sifters and dryers. Its capabilities include microencapsulation and melt granulation. The company offers specialty and prepared mixes, custom nutrient premixes, functional fibers and spray dried products. Watson is located in West Haven, Conn., and has a branch in Taylorville, Ill.

Founded in 1810, SARGENT Manufacturing Company specializes in manufacturing locksets, cylinders, door closers, exit devices, electro-mechanical products and access control systems for new construction, renovation and replacement applications. The company operates the Turboship program, which provides a way to expedite hardware orders on the jobsite whenever needed. SARGENT Manufacturing Company participates in various distributor and association tradeshows throughout the year. It publishes online newsletters and is located in New Haven, Conn.