Watson & Company represents clients in a number of industries and geographic locations. Here is a sample of work we have done for some of our clients.
TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA
L'Garde is a NASA and BMDO (Ballistic Missile Defense Organization) engineering and consulting firm specializing in space-based precision inflatable platforms and devices. L'Garde is the world leader in this technology, having successfully deployed a 100-foot platform in space, which was the marquee experiment on Space Shuttle mission STS-77. The experiment, called the Inflatable Antenna Experiment, was nationally televised with front-page color coverage in the Los Angeles Times. Due to Watson & Company's efforts, L'Garde has advised former Chairman of the Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee of the House Science Committee, Congressman Dana Rohrabacher, in specific areas of space technology. L'Garde has recently expanded into terrestrial applications of low volume, high efficiency insulation and sound barrier technology for military applications.
BENICIA, CALIFORNIA
Patz Materials & Technologies (PMT) is bringing some of the most exciting and cutting edge composite material technologies to a wide range of customers. Founded in 2005 by Gary Patz, PMT is focused on transitioning the latest in polymer technology to the composite prepreg market and is busy developing new and novel specialty cellular core and composite armor solutions. Working closely with 3M, PMT is transitioning their NanoSilica technology into prepreg resin systems. They’ve also started commercializing their tooling prepregs. Watson & Company has teamed with PMT to introduce their products and capabilities to the Department of Defense and commercial users.
LEUVEN, BELGIUM
LayerWise is an international leader in metal additive manufacturing (3D printing). What makes them unique is their application of selective laser melting technology. They have optimized this process for a wide range of metals and alloys, including stainless steel, hardenable steel, titanium, aluminum, and Inconel. Industrial markets include precision mechanics, aerospace, marine, medical, and dental. Applications cover complex circulation parts as well as tool inserts with conformal cooling. In addition to countless industrial applications, LayerWise manufactures revolutionary orthopedic, maxillofacial and dental implants.
LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA
HDT Global's Vertigo, Inc. business unit is the leader in terrestrial inflatable technology specializing in precision parachute apparatus and inflatable terrestrial structures. Vertigo technology focuses on military forward deployment, precision airdrop technology and bare-basing capabilities. Watson & Company has consulted to Vertigo in regard to community relations, government contracting and appropriations in Congress for inflatable shelters and precision and soft-landing airdrop technology. These technologies have changed the methodology utilized by the services for deployment by permitting an extremely quick deployment capability anywhere in the world.
PLAINFIELD, CONNECTICUT
Westminster Tool is a manufacturer of complete injection mold solutions. Their employees have been nationally recognized for their achievements including the STEP Ahead award and the 30 under 30 award. The medical market has played a significant role in their growth. Sub-markets that they serve include medical devices (drug delivery & surgery), optical, medical consumables, and drug and fluid transfer devices. AS9100 certified, Westminster Tool has worked extensively with the aerospace/defense industry for many years manufacturing complex production components, molds and tools. They have targeted key strategic platforms for military and commercial applications. Their expertise and investments in technology have resulted in optimized solutions for engineered thermoplastics, resin transfer molding and metallic machining process.
MANCHESTER, CONNECTICUT
Capewell Components is an airdrop, safety and harness components manufacturing company focusing on ensuring safety and survivability for the war fighter as well as for civilian applications. Capewell is the premier manufacturer of precision airdrop equipment for the US military focusing on affordability, durability and capability. Watson & Company's responsibilities have included liaison with the military sponsors, Congressional relations, and funding enhancements for product procurement.
VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA
Sabtech Industries focuses on data recording and emulations for military ship board systems. These systems mostly replace antiquated legacy reel-to-reel data storage and recording devices of 1960's technology. Sabtech is currently pursuing Navy-wide system replacement of specific systems through an enhanced funding strategy to replace targeted systems a platform at a time.
LIVE OAK, FLORIDA
The Spirit Of The Suwannee Music Park (SOSMP) is a multi-functional outdoor sports, camping and music venue. Many events throughout the year are focused on unique music themes including blue grass, country and R&B among others. Visitors to SOSMP are approaching a half million a year. Set in the temperate Northern Florida climate, SOSMP is at the intersection of two strategic interstates — I-10 and I-75. SOSMP offers nearly 650 acres of camping and outdoors activities on the historic Suwannee River. Watson & Company has provided business consulting to SOSMP to improve business practices and client service, decrease operating expenses, and increase revenue and profitability.
ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA
Crescent Healthcare is one of the nations largest providers of Intravenous Immune Globulin (IVIG) for private and public (Medicare/Medicaid) patient health plans. Crescent specializes in bringing the best service and delivery to the patient including home healthcare for IVIG patients. Watson & Company has worked to have CMS (Medicare) approve reimbursement for home administration of IVIG for Medicare patients.