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Steel Plate Fabricators Inc., a subsidiary of Knoxville Sheet Metal Works Inc., specializes in certified welding and metal fabrication. It offers components for in-plant installation or jobs in conjunction with erection contractors. Since 1949, the company has been serving local and national customers from its Knoxville location. Steel Plate Fabricators Inc. provides services to various industries, including aircraft, medical, entertainment, electronics, environmental, architectural, semi-conductor, pharmaceutical, transportation and construction and many more. The Tennessee-based company produces small machine parts to 30-foot long, 15,000-lb. bag house components.

In operation for more than 25 years, Empire Construction is a general contracting company that specializes in multifamily renovation and new construction services. The company serves property owners, management companies and developers. It also specializes in rehabilitating occupied properties in the southeastern United States. Empire Construction offers roofing, painting and plumbing services. The company provides interior renovation services that include carpentry, window replacement, drywall, and kitchen and bath rehabilitation. It offers asphalt maintenance, coating and patching options, as well as the landscape construction of new amenities. The company additionally provides concrete, lighting and drainage services. Empire Construction is headquartered in Knoxville, Tenn.

Sunbelt Forest Products Corp. is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pressure treated lumber headquartered in Bartow, FL, and locations in Alabama and throughout the Southeast. We specialize in providing wood products that hold up to the harsh tropical climates of the Southeastern United States and the Caribbean. We are committed to creating value for consumers and conserving forests by extending the life of wood and wood products.