Do YOU know what the Coolest Thing Made in NC is?
The Coolest Thing Made in NC contest is an exciting opportunity for manufacturers in North Carolina to showcase their innovative products and compete for the title “Coolest Thing Made in NC.” This contest not only highlights the incredible manufacturing capabilities of the state but also encourages economic growth and promotes local businesses.
The contest, organized by the North Carolina Chamber in partnership with the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP), aims to recognize and celebrate the diverse range of products made in the Tar Heel state. All industries are invited to participate and showcase their unique creations, from advanced technology to traditional craftsmanship. This contest serves as a platform to showcase the talent and creativity of North Carolina manufacturers.
Final voting closes 8 p.m. EST September 28, 2023
Our 5 finalists in the Medium-to-Large Business Category are, in random order:
Finalist – Manufacturing Location
| Company | Product Name | City where Manufactured |
| *Corning Optical Communications | Corning Optical Fiber and Cable | Wilmington, Concord, Hickory, Newton and Winston-Salem |
| *HondaJet | HondaJet Elite II | Greensboro |
| Flucelvax Quadrivalent by CSL Seqirus | Flucelvax Quadrivalent | Holly Springs |
| C.R. Onsrud’s Q-Series 5-Axis CNC Machine | Q-Series 5-Axis CNC Machine | Troutman |
| Steel Plate by Nucor | Nucor Steel Plate | Cofield |
For our Small Business Category, our 5 finalists are, in random order:
Finalist – Manufacturing Location
| Company | Product Name | City where Manufactured |
| Silverquicken Education’s Quest Club Kits | Questclub Kits | Chapel Hill |
| MacLellan Bagpipes | MacLellan Bagpipes | Zebulon |
| Piedmont Pennies | Piedmont Pennies | Charlotte |
| Static Rope Edge Protection by Fjord Inc./ Chafe-pro | Static Rope Edge Protection (STREP) | Burlington |
| Atlantic Beach Sea Salt | Atlantic Beach Sea Salt | Atlantic Beach |
