Sioux Corporation Wins Presidential Export Award

Sioux Corporation of Beresford was one of 21 companies honored as recipients of the 2009 Presidential “E” and “E Star” Awards.

WASHINGTON, DC – Sioux Corporation of Beresford was one of 21 companies honored by U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke in November as recipients of the 2009 Presidential “E” and “E Star” Awards during a ceremony at the National District Export Council Conference in Washington, D.C.The “E” Award is the highest U.S. Government recognition any U.S. entity may receive for developing export programs.

The “E” award was created by President John F. Kennedy in 1961 to recognize persons, firms, or organizations that contribute significantly to increasing United States exports. The “E Star” award recognizes continued superior performance in increasing or promoting exports. The International Trade Administration manages the award program that has recognized more than 2,500 firms since its inception.

Sioux Corporation manufactures industrial pressure washers, steam cleaners, water/solution heaters and steam generators for a number of markets around the world, including food and beverage processing.