Location
Die-Tech is located in Florence,
Alabama, in the northwest corner of the state. It is 20 miles south of the Tennessee
border and 20 miles east of the Mississippi Border. The quad-city area of Florence,
Muscle Shoals, Sheffield and Tuscumbia are referred to collectively as "The
Shoals" because they are all located along the banks of the Tennessee River.
History
The history of Florence and the Shoals began over 1000 years ago
when Native Americans inhabited the area. The town of Florence was developed in 1818
by the Cypress Land Company as a thriving river town. It was named by an Italian
surveyor who laid out the town, for his favorite city in Italy - Florence.
Tuscumbia is
the birthplace of "America's First Lady
of Courage", Helen Keller. The home in which she
was born is open to the public for tours year round.
The
"Father of the Blues", William Christopher
Handy was born in Florence and the city hosts an
annual W. C. Handy Music Festival.
Florence is the
home of the Wilson Dam, the largest
single lock dam in the southeast, and the Wheeler Dam.
Constructed by the Tennessee Valley Authority, these
dams form Wilson Lake, making the area a mecca for
anglers, boaters and water sports enthusiasts.
The Renaissance Tower, the state's tallest tourist
attraction offers scenic views of the Shoals area
and features a restaurant. The city hosts the annual
Renaissance Faire and Feast.
Florence is
also the site of the University of North Alabama.
Die Tech, Inc.
4504
Helton Drive Florence, Alabama (256) 764-7077
