MACHINERY MANUFACTURING

Dearborn County, Indiana: Powering Innovation in Machinery

Companies in Dearborn County, Indiana

Welcome to Dearborn County, Indiana—your next destination for metal fabrication manufacturing and supply chain expansion. Situated in the heart of the Midwest and equipped with a robust manufacturing ecosystem, Dearborn County offers unparalleled opportunities for growth, innovation, and success.

Dearborn County Machinery Manufacturing by the Numbers

1834

WHEN STEDMAN MACHINE COMPANY WAS FOUNDED HERE

122,455

MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY WORKERS
Cincinnati OH-KY-IN MSA

2

IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE CAMPUSES, INCLUDING ADVANCED MANUFACTURING LAB

1 in 5

HOOSIERS WORKING IN ADVANCED MANUFACTURING

Thriving Manufacturing Ecosystem

  • Dearborn County boasts a well-established manufacturing base with successful companies such as:
    • Stedman Machine Company (Aurora): Renowned for designing and manufacturing industrial crushing equipment for various industries. Learn more.

    • Combustion and Systems Inc. (Lawrenceburg): Specializing in custom combustion systems for industrial applications. Learn more.

    • Trimble Combustion Systems Inc. (Sunman): Experts in combustion solutions for industrial heating. Learn more.

    • BES Racing Engines (St. Leon): Leaders in high-performance engine manufacturing. Learn more.

  • These companies illustrate the county’s capability to support diverse metal fabrication and advanced manufacturing industries.

 

Strategic Location

  • Located within the Greater Cincinnati USA region, Dearborn County offers proximity to major markets, ports, and transportation networks:

    • Easy access to interstates, railways, and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.

    • Within a day’s drive of 60% of the U.S. population, facilitating efficient logistics and supply chain management.

Stedman Machine Company worker
Ivy Tech Manufacturing Lab

We Have a Machine-Like Workforce 

  • Dearborn County’s workforce is equipped with specialized skills in advanced manufacturing. Ivy Tech Community College’s two Lawrenceburg campuses feature the Advanced Manufacturing Lab, offering training in:

    • Welding

    • Machine tooling

    • Industrial technology

    State programs like Indiana’s Next Level Jobs Workforce Ready Grant and Employer Training Grant provide additional opportunities for workforce upskilling.

Rock-Solid Business Support

    • Conexus Indiana Manufacturing Readiness Grant: Financial support for advanced manufacturing technology adoption.

    • Tax Increment Financing (TIF): Localized support for infrastructure improvements and business growth.

Our Region’s Advanced Manufacturing Hub

  • Dearborn County is part of the Greater Cincinnati region, a recognized hub for advanced manufacturing. Regional partnerships with organizations like the Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce, I-74 Business Corridor, and REDI Cincinnati enhance access to:

    • Automotive supply chains

    • Cutting-edge technologies

    • Collaborative opportunities with industry leaders

Combustion and Systems worker

Contact Us Today!

Discover how Dearborn County can accelerate your business growth. Contact our team for personalized assistance or to visit available sites and buildings. Reach out to One Dearborn Economic Development anytime around the clock.