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Contest Voting
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2024 Nominees
VOTING FOR THE TOP 16 TAKES PLACE Wednesday, September 11- Sunday, September 22 The NE Manufacturing Alliance's Coolest Thing Made In Nebraska competition highlights Nebraska's manufacturing industry. The diversity and quality of the products nominated are a testament to the dedication and work ethic of Nebraska's manufacturing industry. Nebraska's manufacturing industry is truly the backbone of our economy! Take a closer look and you’ll be amazed by all the cool products Nebraska manufacturers make. Voting begins below the top 16 descriptions. |
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Here are the Top 16 Products in the Coolest Thing Made In Nebraska Contest
Valley® Center Pivots, made in Valley and McCook, Nebraska, have revolutionized global agriculture. They conserve water, improve crop yields and incorporate cutting-edge technology such as remote management. Used in more than 90 countries, Valley pivots help growers increase food production while conserving natural resources. Remarkably, more than 100 different crops grow under Valley center pivots!
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The future of the feedlot could include autonomous feed trucks, enabling operations to focus more on product and less on equipment and operations. That is the hope of a Nebraska startup company called ALA Engineering. Currently, in the testing phase, ALA Engineering’s prototype vehicle has undergone trials in Nebraska feedlots. The prototype is a standard feed truck with some tweaks, and sensor systems on board, engineering the integration of human oversight alongside autonomous technology. ALA Engineering envisions a future where smart feedlot technologies and autonomy seamlessly integrate into everyday operations.
ALAN, The ALA Navigator, is cutting-edge intelligence behind feedlot operations, combining advanced software, sensors, and computing power to autonomously feed cattle with precision and efficiency. |
Opened in 2013, Scratchtown Brewing Company has been dedicated to brewing and serving an assortment of premium-quality handcrafted beer. They take pride in using four simple ingredients (water, malt, hops and yeast) to make complex and delicious beers. Their beer is made with some of the freshest, purest water on the planet – drawn from the Ogalala aquifer right under our feet.
Scratchtown has brewed over 200 different styles of beer since opening in 2013. They offer an ever-changing selection of quality beers and the barrel aged Lord of Ord Imperial Stout is no exception. The beer in question is a seasonal offering brewed each winter, with this particular barrel aged version using bourbon barrels sourced from Midwest Barrel Company. Scratchtown is proud to work with a number of Nebraska-based suppliers and vendors to brew uniquely Nebraskan beer using uniquely Nebraskan ingredients. They include not only barrels, but popcorn, hops, honey, coffee and berries from local Nebraska vendors. |
Outlook Nebraska, the sole toilet paper manufacturer in Nebraska, is the largest employer of the blind and visually impaired in Nebraska and a seven-state region. It is an Omaha not-for-profit with a global reach. Adaptive machinery allows blind and visually impaired employees at Outlook Nebraska to produce 25 miles of paper product per minute and package over 3.9 million rolls of toilet paper with 1.6 million pounds of paper converted each month – all of which are composed of 100% recycled fiber to increase sustainability. Outlook Nebraska’s mission is to positively impact anyone who is blind or visually impaired. Creating an adaptive environment and a culture of inclusivity at Outlook Nebraska has enabled employees to gain meaningful employment, a sense of purpose, social engagement, and opportunities for advancement within or outside the organization.
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MIRA, the world’s first miniaturized robotic-assisted surgery system, offers a small, sleek form factor designed to offer the benefits of RAS during colectomy procedures without the inefficiencies of traditional mainframe robotics, allowing every operating room to be robot-ready. The easily accessible device weighs approximately two pounds (less than one kg) and offers internal triangulation with shoulders, arms, and infinite wrist roll inside the body. With its drape- and dock-free design and portability, MIRA is quick to set up, clean up, and move between cases.
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USB Chargers from Lester Electrical are designed and manufactured in Lincoln to thrive in the unique, demanding applications of small off-highway vehicles, including Golf Cars, UTVs, and Power Sports. Trusted by one of the leading golf car and utility vehicle manufacturers in the United States, the USB Chargers are factory installed on all vehicles manufactured by Club Car. The USB Chargers feature dual charging ports to support both USB-C and USB-A, encapsulated electronics (so no worries about dust or water intrusion) and the proprietary charging intelligence (backed by 60+ years of battery charging experience). Never get caught on the golf course, off-road on the trail, or on a cruise around your neighborhood without a fully-charged phone thanks to Lester Electrical USB Chargers!
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BonnaVilla provides a diverse range of premium modular constructed homes throughout the Midwest area. Whether you’re looking for custom-crafted modular homes with design flexibility, affordable high-quality modular homes, versatile multi-family residences, or personalized custom homes, there’s a BonnaVilla home perfectly suited you.
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The Nebraska roots run deep for SONPOWER Industries LLC. Simply Sunflower Oil comes from sunflowers grown on the Koelling farm that has been in the family for over 120 years. Their black oilseed sunflowers are grown using sustainable and regenerative farming practices to ensure they are enriching the very soil where they plants their seed. The farm machinery runs on homemade biodiesel generated from used cooking oil to bring the sustainability full circle. Farmer Al shares, “if we take care of the land, it will take care of us!” His nutrient dense sunflowers produce the highest quality and all-natural sunflower oil. Farmer Al cold presses his sunflower seeds to preserve the natural antioxidants and nutrients - including 41% Vitamin E. Simply Sunflower Oil is non-GMO Project Verified, OK Kosher Pareve Certified, gluten-free, nut-free, and heart healthy. It is available in over 1200 stores across 28 states. Farmer Al’s goal is to share sunshine. Beyond bringing Nebraska sunshine to kitchens across America, each bottle of oil helps impact the next generation of farmers as Simply Sunflower helps educate in schools to ensure a bright future for agriculture!
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The first of its kind convertible checkout counter leverages a patented, automated turntable to change from a self-checkout counter to a traditional, staffed, checkout with the touch of a button. This solution gives retailers flexibility to pivot quickly to respond to staffing or needs of their business.
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The 9mm Luger +P Critical Duty is the official duty ammunition of the FBI. The FlexLock® bullet incorporates two revolutionary Hornady® features to deliver superior barrier penetration and consistent performance in FBI tactical handgun ammunition tests (FBI Protocol). The patented Hornady® Flex Tip® design eliminates clogging and aids bullet expansion. A large mechanical jacket-to-core InterLock® band works to keep the bullet and core from separating for maximum weight retention, excellent expansion, consistent penetration and terminal performance through all FBI test barriers. Bright nickel-plated cases simplify chamber checks in reduced light. Additionally, all Critical Duty® ammunition is loaded with low flash propellant to help preserve night vision in low-light firing.
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Vahallan manufactures hand painted wallpapers for the interior design industry and customers all over the world. Their collective mission revolves around delivering Vahallan's celebrated artistry into the hands of discerning designers, redefining luxury spaces and elevating interiors to new heights. They have made wallpaper for Cartier, Christian Dior and most recently was asked to produce wallpaper for one of LeBron James' homes.
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Offering an increase in power transmission of up to 80 % and electrical conductivity*, Conti® SilentSync is a high performance upgrade on standard timing belts. The drive belt is up to 19 dB quieter than straight toothed belts in operation, its Helical Offset Tooth (HOT) design merging belt and sprocket into one of the quietest, smoothest and most compact timing belt drives available. The result is continuous tooth engagement that reduces vibration and improves overall system efficiency.
Thanks to the helical toothing, SilentSync belts and sprockets are able to provide greater resistance to ratcheting, more precise alignment, increased power capacity and improved tension distribution – all to better withstand the shearing action of high performance drives. SilentSync sprockets are additionally available in over 1,500 combinations, making it easy to find a drive configuration that matches your system. The wide range of possible transmission ratios allows for more design flexibility and lighter, more compact drives. |
Grandma's Original Fruitcake is a holiday favorite, packed with raisins, cherries, pineapple, walnuts, almonds, and pecans in a batter rich with bourbon, rum, and brandy. Each hand-decorated cake is allowed to mellow to perfection after baking.
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Combining AI technology and food-grade hardware, Marble Pack-Off automates the sorting, boxing, and labeling of meat products. Marble Pack-Off not only reduces labor and makes the remaining work easier and more ergonomic, it also lets processors sort products by multiple characteristics, like weight and dimensions, to give the customer a more consistent product. Meat processors in Nebraska and across the country have been seeking advanced automation, and Marble has brought it to reality. Marble's AI-powered automation technology is leaping the meat industry into a new era.
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Western Sugar Cooperative is made up of over 700 growers and shareholders who take pride in having a long family history in beet sugar. Their Granulated Sugar is perfect for baking, sweetening, preserving, and cooking. They are proud that their Sugar is of the highest quality and a pure, natural ingredient.
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Insulin Syringes with Ultra-Fine needles are available in 1 mL, 0.5 mL and 0.3 mL capacities, with 6 mm, 8 mm and 12.7 mm needles. For nearly 100 years, embecta has been making insulin delivery simpler for people around the world. They know diabetes experience is unique to each person, and — no matter what their treatment plan looks like — they should never have to face diabetes alone. With a singular focus on improving the lives of people living with diabetes, embecta offers a wide variety of insulin delivery devices and comprehensive care resources to best fit their needs.
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