The Circle Seal Controls business unit of CIRCOR Aerospace Products of Corona, California was recognized with the 2007 Manufacturing Award of Excellence by the Corona Chamber of Commerce. This award is presented for outstanding and excellent work in the area of manufacturing and community leadership.

In 2007, Circle Seal celebrated its 60th year in Southern California as a manufacturer of custom engineered fluid systems and components for the aerospace, defense, and medical markets.

Circle Seal was recognized at a Chamber of Commerce event on Friday, December 7th. A group of Circle Seal employees received an award trophy and were recognized by United States Congressmen Ken Calvert (California 44th District), John F. Tavaglione (Riverside Board of Supervisors), John J. Benoit (California State Assembly), Jim Battin (California State Senate, 37th District), Jeff Miller (Mayor, City of Corona), and the Corona Chamber of Commerce.

Chris Celtruda, Vice President of CIRCOR Aerospace, comments “Circle Seal has been very focused on factory excellence though our investment in lean manufacturing and development of a world class workforce. This award helps recognize the commitment of our 250 Corona-based employees.”

CIRCOR Aerospace is a high technology company specializing in providing fluidic controls solutions and landing gear integrated systems for demanding aerospace and defense applications. CIRCOR Aerospace products are found on numerous military and commercial aircraft including the F/A-22 Raptor air superiority fighter, Airbus A380 super jumbo jet, and the CH-47 Chinook helicopter.