Gil-Mar History
Engineering Expertise Since 1982
2018
2017 Ford World Excellence Award
Gil-Mar wins the 2017 Ford World Excellence Award! Gil-Mar has also won this award in 2012, 2015 and 2016.
2017
Gil-Mar acquires fourth plant
The company acquires a fourth plant, with plans to transform the 85,000 sq. ft. space into an aluminum extrusion and machining facility. Complete with a testing center and corporate headquarters.
2014
Third Gil-Mar Plant Opens
Gil-Mar adds a third plant to increase capabilities.
2011
Ford World Excellence Award
Gil-Mar wins the Ford World Excellence Award for the first time, an honor they will repeat in 2012, 2015, and 2016.
2007
Gil-Mar moves again
As the company’s growth continues, Gil-Mar spreads to a second facility and new corporate offices.
2004
PGI
Stated Chinese Affiliate – PGI Far East Precision.
2003
Major Expansion
Explosive growth requires a major expansion- Gil-Mar moves its plant and headquarters to Canton, Michigan
1989
Ford Q1 Certification
In 1989 Gil-Mar Manufacturing achieved a Ford Q1 Certification.
1987
Automotive Components
The company adds automotive component manufacturing to their portfolio.
1982
Gil-Mar is Founded
Gil-Mar is founded in Farmington Hills, Michigan by Gil and Joe Ruicci to manufacture military components.