ITT is one of the largest suppliers of piezoelectric materials in North America. The company designs and manufactures a diverse range of products for defense, intelligence and commercial markets and provides related engineering and professional services. Since 1958, ITT has provided ceramic-based products for defense and aerospace applications, including underwater acoustic transducers and arrays for navigation and communication sonars for the United States Navy and its prime contractors; seismic and offshore oil exploration; industrial positioning and actuation; and medical devices. These advanced systems are at the core of the transformation to lighter, faster and smarter defense capabilities. ITT is located in Salt Lake City.