This year, the Utah Manufacturing Association (UMA) held its first “Coolest Things Made in Utah” contest to bring awareness to the products manufactured in Utah. More than 200 Utah-made products were nominated. After four rounds of voting, a winner was announced March 27 at the “We Are Utah Manufacturers Association Expo.”
“Manufacturing is one of Utah’s basic industries and creates tremendous value in the economy,” according to UMA’s website. “Along with agriculture and mining, it’s the only industry that creates new wealth … it makes up nearly 14% of the state’s economy, totaling $14 million of economic activity, and employs more than 125,000 Utahns.”
A few well-known products that are made in Utah include Skullcandy headphones, Little Giant Ladders, Fat Boy ice cream, and the Equal-i-zer hitch.
The Equal-i-zer hitch was voted one of the “Top 25 Coolest Things Made in Utah.” The first round of voting included 12,945 votes and 222 Utah-made products.
The Equal-i-zer hitch’s design combines weight distribution with sway control to minimize trailer sway caused by passing vehicles, crosswinds, and other towing hazards, according to the company. The hitch is manufactured in America and comes with a lifetime warranty.
“We are thrilled to be named one of the ‘Top 25 Coolest Things Made in Utah,’ and congratulate Bean Trailer for winning first place,” said Jed Anderson, Equal-i-zer CEO. “We are proud to be part of the manufacturing industry and are excited to take part in the growth in manufacturing across America.”
