C. F. Martin & Company, Inc.

C.F. Martin & Co., Inc. (Martin Guitar) has been creating the finest instruments in the world for over 180 years. It continues to innovate, introducing techniques and features that have become industry standards, including X-bracing, the 14-fret guitar and the “Dreadnought” size. One of the world’s leading acoustic instrument makers, Martin guitars are hand-made by skilled craftsmen and women, who use a combination of new design and techniques, along with those introduced by the company founder.

The company is also known for producing high-quality, popular acoustic guitar strings and they have been making their own strings since 1970. These include the successful Martin SP® Lifespan® the fastest-growing long-life string in the industry, the exciting new Retro Strings line played and loved by Tony Rice and Laurence Juber and the Martin SP Acoustic and SP Flexible Core lines, which use an industry leading core wire to hold tunings better.

Martin guitars and Martin strings are the instruments and strings of choice for musicians around the world, from the icons of rock, pop, country, folk and bluegrass to those just beginning their careers. They can be seen across all segments of pop culture, from television to movies, Broadway, books, online, and gracing the covers of popular magazines on newsstands everywhere. Connect with Martin and Martin Strings on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, and YouTube and via www.martinguitar.com and www.martinstrings.com.

C.F. Marting & Co. received a 2017 Better Project Award for installing an HVAC upgrade that led to a 40% reduction in system energy consumption, better product quality, and reduced maintenance needs.

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C. F. Martin & Company: Retrofitted HVAC System at Nazareth, PA Facility

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All Systems Go: Innovative Projects in Traditional Industrial Systems

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All Systems Go: Innovative Projects in Traditional Industrial Systems

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