3M applies science in meaningful innovation to improve the lives of their customers around the world. More than a century ago, 3M started as Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing, a small-scale mining venture. Today, 3M is a global powerhouse with more than 60,000 3M products used in homes, businesses, schools, hospitals, and other industries. From abrasives and adhesives to mechanical fasteners and wire connectors, 3M technologies help solve problems around the world.