The Industrial Manufacturing Industry is most clearly defined by durable and non-durable goods manufacturing. Despite numerous plant closings from various industries over the last several years, spending activity remains strong in the sector. The construction of new foreign-owned automotive assembly plants across the country has encouraged new tier suppliers to establish their own operations.The industrial manufacturing industry is responsible for the growth of many other industries. The development of many kinds of machinery is what ultimately led to the industrial revolution. The output of this industry includes all kinds of machinery, from farm and factory equipment, to smaller machinery used in many households, as well as smaller industrial products such as hardware, glass, and paper products.