Baltimore, Maryland (July 28, 2026) – Atlantic Industrial, Mechanical & Electrical (AIME), part of the JWF Industries family of companies, has once again been recognized by Colonial Pipeline with its prestigious “Best in Class” Safety Award, this time for 2025. The award marks AIME’s third consecutive year receiving the honor and recognizes the company’s unwavering commitment to safety, operational excellence, and outstanding performance.

The Colonial Pipeline “Best in Class” Safety Award is presented to contractors and partners who demonstrate exceptional safety performance, proactive safety programs, and a culture where every employee is committed to protecting one another while delivering quality results.

“Receiving this award for the third year in a row is an incredible accomplishment and speaks volumes about the dedication of our AIME team,” said William C. Polacek, CEO & Chairman of the Board of JWF Industries and an owner of AIME. “At JWF and AIME, safety isn’t just a priority—it is one of our core values. This recognition reflects the discipline, professionalism, and commitment our employees bring to every project, every day.”

Clay Lau, an Owner of AIME, added, “Winning this award once is an honor. Earning it again demonstrates that our commitment to safety is not temporary—it’s part of who we are. Our employees take ownership in creating a safe work environment, and that culture continues to set us apart.”

Patrick Gorman, AIME Safety Director, said, “This recognition belongs to every member of our team. Safety is built through thousands of good decisions made every day, and our employees consistently demonstrate that protecting one another is their highest priority. Receiving Colonial Pipeline’s ‘Best in Class’ Safety Award for a third consecutive year validates the strength of our safety culture and our relentless pursuit of continuous improvement.”

AIME continues to build upon the JWF Industries values of Safety, Quality, Integrity, Faith, Family, and Country, delivering exceptional service while maintaining the highest standards for employees, customers, and the communities it serves. This back-to-back recognition further reinforces AIME’s reputation as an industry leader dedicated to operational excellence and workplace safety.

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About Atlantic Industrial, Mechanical & Electrical

AIME offers services in welding, pipeline, mechanical, environmental and structural steel. AIME also offers catastrophic storm recovery services including electrical generators, tree and brush removal, water removal, interior and exterior reconstruction. AIME is licensed in Maryland, DC, and Virginia, but also offers service to New Jersey, North Carolina, West Virginia, New York, and Pennsylvania.

AIME was started in 1977 as Atlantic Welders and throughout the years has expanded to the services provided today. At AIME, they are committed to providing exceptional customer service and delivering projects on time and within budget, with attention to detail and the ability to exceed clients’ expectations. Gordon “Clay” Lau began his career at AIME in 2000 and is an Owner today. To learn more about AIME, visit: www.atlanticindustrialmechnicalenvironmental.com

About JWF Industries

JWF Industries designs, manufactures, and integrates metal centric products by growing with the right people, the right processes, the right markets, and the right customers. Capabilities include program management, engineering, laser services, welding, forming, machining, integration, assembly, and coatings. JWF Industries and JWF Defense Systems have locations in Johnstown, PA; Baltimore, MD; and Edenton, NC.

Founder William (Bill) Polacek, CEO and Chairman of the Board of JWF Industries, started the company over 39 years ago in a two-car garage with the goal of growing the company to create local jobs.

Today, the company has operating sales over $120 million. It occupies over 1.3 million square feet of manufacturing space and currently employs over 400 professionals. The company’s growth and success were achieved by developing and promoting skilled workers and leaders from within.

The company is dedicated to its employees, its communities, and its global customers in the energy, commercial, transportation, and defense industries. To learn more about JWF Industries, visit www.jwfi.com.

For Additional Information Contact:

William Polacek, President & CEO: (814) 532-4116

Email: jtrabold@jwfi.com