curtiss-wright corporation has a long history with its roots dating back to the wright brothers' first flight in 1903. we have continued on the path that they began as a company, which was centered upon engineering, and have applied that expertise to a number of markets. our engineering capabilities, in addition to our ability to provide metal treatment services and manufacture products within high tolerances, has resulted in our ability to position ourselves successfully within niche markets where we can earn what we consider to be attractive profit margins. we have taken these strengths to several markets in which we have established three business segments: metal treatment, motion control and flow control.