Thank you, Jackie!
Jackie Canny has been CEO of Ultimation Industries since 2011, with a clear mission to grow the company to become “the Ultimate in Automation.” It’s been an impressive 12-year journey from supplying tire and wheel machinery to the automotive industry to becoming the leading direct-to-consumer conveyor manufacturer.
With the recent announcement that Ultimation will join Motion & Control Enterprises (MCE) family of companies and Jackie will retire, she has much to be proud of in her mission to expand into new markets through e-commerce while continuing to innovate for mainstay automotive customers.
For example, Ultimation began experimenting with online sales in 2016, launching a range of “quick ship” products for sale online. Today, e-commerce makes up nearly 50% of Ultimation’s business. The company recently opened a new fulfillment center in Sterling Heights, Michigan to handle the growth.
Other significant achievements include:
- Launching innovative conveyors for sequenced tire and wheel assemblies for automotive customers.
- Diversifying into indoor vertical farming overhead conveyors and food safe grade systems.
- Expanding the product line to include Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) or warehouse robots.
- Using additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, for on-site capability for parts prototyping.
In 2020 and 2022, Ultimation was recognized as one of Inc. 5000’s fastest growing private companies in America. The company was also named a 2022 Michigan 50 Companies to Watch by Michigan Celebrates Small Business.
“It’s incredible to reflect on our journey from a scrappy turnaround to a thriving enterprise,” said Richard Canny, who will transition to president of Ultimation, an MCE company. “Jackie’s unwavering vision and support fueled our progress, transforming our dream into a reality far beyond our expectations. It’s been an unforgettable ride.”
Thank you, Jackie!
