Superior Machine and Tool, Inc., founded in 1943 by James O. Perkins in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a family-owned manufacturer that has evolved over three generations to become a single-source supplier of quality machined components and assemblies. The company’s history is marked by continuous innovation and expansion, including pioneering the first steel-hull pontoon boat in 1958, developing a custom machine to drastically cut production times for Tokheim Corp in 1993, and producing over 150 million Delco Remy "shunts" with zero defects over a decade. This legacy is carried forward by current owner Michael S. Perkins, who continues to expand the business with strategic partnerships and advanced manufacturing equipment.