3M
Company Snapshot
Company Overview
3M is a global technology company engaged in the development and sale of a large variety of products and operates in America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. It operates in three business segments: safety and industrial, transportation and electronics, and consumer. Several companies operate under its umbrella, including 3M Financial Management Co., 3M Innovative Properties Co., 3M Interamerica LLC, Aearo Technologies LLC, 3M do Brasil Ltda, 3M Canada Co., 3M China Ltd., 3M France S.A.S., 3M Deutschland GmbH, 3M Hong Kong Ltd., and 3M India Ltd. It has a worldwide manufacturing network with many production plants across the U.S. and around the world. In the U.S., multiple state production facilities produce products including but not limited to tape, adhesive, electronics-related materials, and safety equipment. On April 1, 2024, it completed a spin-off of its health care business to refine its portfolio further and concentrate its operations on its core technology-based business units.
Financial Highlights (FY 2025)
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Company's Business Segments
- Safety and Industrial : Abrasives, Automotive Aftermarket, Closure and Masking Systems, Electrical Markets, Industrial Adhesives and Tapes, Personal Safety, Roofing Granules
- Transportation and Electronics : Advanced Materials, Automotive and Aerospace, Commercial Solutions, Electronics, Transportation Safety
- Consumer : Consumer Safety and Well-Being, Home and Auto Care, Home Improvement, Packaging and Expression.
Applications/End User Industries
- Automotive manufacturers and repair shops
- Metalworking industries
- Construction companies
- Woodworking and furniture manufacturing companies
- Automotive repair shops
- Automotive parts retailers
- Automotive OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers)
- Industrial painting and coating companies
- Food processing companies
- Educational institutions
- Roofing material manufacturers
- Residential and commercial building owners
- Fleet operators
- Transportation service providers
- Semiconductor manufacturers
- Consumer electronics companies
- Utility companies
- Electronics manufacturers
- Packaging companies
- Construction contractors
- Electrical contractors
- Industrial maintenance and repair services
- Food service providers
- Restaurants and hospitality industry
- Dental offices and clinics
- Dental laboratories
- Office supply retailers
- Businesses and organizations