Courion Industries Granite City, Illinois Exit Portfolio Courion is the dominant freight-elevator manufacturer in the United States, and a leader in elevator development and safety. It was the first company to design and fire-test freight elevators on drywall and stainless steel hoistways. Its innovations and its investment in machinery and tooling have lowered manufacturing costs and boosted product quality. CFB, another equity firm, and Courion management acquired the company.