SERVING NORTHEAST LOUISIANA
WE ARE NELA MAC
A CENTRAL LOCATION FOR ALL THINGS MANUFACTURING
Northeast Louisiana boasts a vibrant manufacturing sector, with companies in the NELA MAC network producing a diverse range of products that significantly impact the local community, the state, the nation, and even the international market. The “Made in the Arklamiss” segments, accessible at www.nelamac.com, showcase an impressive array of products from local businesses. These include Small Batch Louisiana’s personalized gifts, James Machine Works’ engineering and fabrication services, Sawyer Plastics’ high-quality plastic products used globally, Steel Fabricators/Lexicon’s specialized metal fabrication services including steel on the moon, and Mid South Extrusion’s innovative plastic film solutions.
NELA MAC serves as a hub for information, bringing together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and community members to exchange ideas, best practices, and technological advancements. By fostering a collaborative environment, the consortium seeks to stimulate innovation, efficiency, and sustainability within the Northeast Louisiana manufacturing sector.
Furthermore, Landry Vineyards produces wine grapes, Flyng Tiger Brewery, Kennedy Rice offers innovative rice milling solutions, Lamb Weston, one of the world’s largest producers and processors of sweet potatoes and Drax Group provides renewable energy options, highlighting the region’s contributions to agriculture and environmental sustainability. These companies not only strengthen the local economy but also contribute to technological advancements and broader sustainability efforts. Together, they demonstrate Northeast Louisiana’s important role in the global market.