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JWF Industries Receives “Heart of a Champion” Award
for Excellence in ATACMS Project
Johnstown, PA (April 14, 2025). William C. Polacek, CEO and Chairman of the Board of JWF Industries is proud to announce that JWF Industries has been honored with the “Heart of a Champion” Award for its exceptional contributions to the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) program. The award was presented during the Lockheed Martin Supplier Summit held on April 8, 2025, in recognition of JWF’s unwavering commitment to excellence in support of Lockheed Martin Missile and Fire Control’s mission to deliver cutting-edge defense solutions.
Will Polacek, President of JWF Industries, commented, “We are deeply honored to receive this prestigious award from Lockheed Martin. We are proud to have employees as part of manufacturing products that protect our troops and keep our country safe.”
The ATACMS program, developed by Lockheed Martin, provides the U.S. Army with long-range precision strike capabilities, ensuring a strategic advantage on the battlefield. JWF Industries has been a key partner in the production and manufacturing of critical components, providing exceptional service and support in the realization of this high-profile defense system.
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, and coatings. JWF Industries and JWF Defense Systems has 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 37 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 $100 million. It occupies over 1.3 million square feet of manufacturing space and currently employs over 450 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, and defense industries. To learn more about JWF Industries, visit www.jwfi.com.
