3M is a diversified technology company that provides products, services, and solutions to customers in a wide range of industries. The company was founded in 1902 by Hermon Cable, William McGonagle, John Dwan, Danley Budd, Henry Bryan and is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota. 3M operates in five business segments: Industrial, Safety and Graphics, Electronics and Energy, Health Care, and Consumer. The company’s products and services are used in a variety of applications, including health care, automotive, aerospace, and consumer products.