Diamond Engine Shield EX One Step Closer to Winning Coolest Thing Made in NC

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Washington, NC — The Diamond Engine Shield EX has been selected as a semifinalist for the “Coolest Thing Made in NC” competition. Sesame Technologies, Inc. is one of 15 small businesses from a pool of more than 100 competitors to move on to the next round of public voting. In the first round, 12,600 votes were cast across the field of candidates over a seven-day voting period.

The Diamond Engine Shield EX is a revolutionary aircraft engine protection device designed to be safely installed by a single crew member from the ground, reducing the need for ladders and increasing personnel safety. It is designed to protect private jet engines from foreign object damage and harsh weather conditions on the ground during storage and maintenance. The shield’s resilience to harsh conditions has been tested through wind, water, and impact destructive testing, which has revealed its capability to weather the storm.

The shield is constructed from premium materials, including carbon fiber, high-temperature silicones, and stainless steel. It features a collapsible design, allowing quick storage during flight, and is installed with a unique pole that locks to prevent accidental droppage.

This is the fifth year that the NC Chamber has held the popular, public-driven contest, which spotlights North Carolina’s cutting-edge manufacturing industry—an industry that generates more than 17% of the gross state product and employs more than 10% of the state's workforce.

“This year’s products highlight the diversity of North Carolina’s incredible manufacturing industry—including generators, food and beverage products, chillers, jets, and much more,” said NC Chamber President and CEO Gary Salamido. “We are grateful to North Carolina’s manufacturing community – the backbone of our state’s economy for more than a century. And we are so excited to congratulate Sesame Technologies, Inc. for becoming a semifinalist! As we always say at the NC Chamber: what’s made in North Carolina makes North Carolina.”

Baxter International is serving as the Presenting Sponsor of the online competition, and Business North Carolina is this year’s Media Partner. As the exclusive North Carolina affiliate for the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), the NC Chamber knows that a strong manufacturing industry is crucial to the state's economic and competitive success. The North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) is collaborating on the annual contest as a Supporting Organization.

How to Vote

‍Go to coolestthingmadeinnc.com to vote for the Coolest Thing Made in NC. The field of candidates will narrow with each round of voting, and the winning product will be revealed on Thursday, October 3, the day before National Manufacturing (MFG) Day. October is Manufacturing Month, and MFG Day, organized nationally by the NAM and The Manufacturing Institute, highlights the rewarding career opportunities of modern manufacturing.

Join the contest’s social media campaign by following #CoolestThingMadeinNC. In addition to receiving a trophy, the victorious company and product will be featured in NC Chamber and Business North Carolina publications, podcasts, social and digital media, among additional statewide publicity efforts. Information on last year’s winner and runner-ups can be found here.

About Sesame Technologies, Inc.

‍Sesame Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturing company based in Washington, North Carolina, specializing in ground support equipment solutions for the aviation and aerospace industry. Their mission is to manufacture quality and cutting-edge GSE products for commercial, military, and executive aircraft, providing solutions for over 500 aircraft. The company designs and manufactures a wide range of products with an emphasis on high-temperature protection and abrasion resistance. Sesame Technologies, Inc. has a team of experienced professionals dedicated to providing clients with unparalleled professional creative capabilities, superior quality control, bold innovation, and efficient and effective customer service. For more information about Sesame Technologies, Inc., visit sesametechnologies.com.

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