Management

Machine monitor separates value-adding and non-value-adding activities

In addition to three large horizontal milling machines with a maximum clamping weight of three tons, there are numerous CNC lathes, machining centers and bandsaws. The highly skilled workforce produces housings as well as drive parts for VETEC valves in two-shift operation. In addition to carbon and stainless steel, materials such as titanium, zirconium and numerous specialist alloys are used in the Speyer, Germany, plant.

Acu-Rite moves

SCHAUMBURG, IL – The manufacturing facilities of ACU-RITE products have successfully moved from its long-time base in Jamestown, NY, to larger facilities at the North American headquarters of parent-company HEIDENHAIN in Schaumburg, IL.

3-Dimensional Services Group announces retirement of a founding employee

The 3-Dimensional Services Group has announced the retirement of one of its founding employees. Rick Peterson officially retired at the end of June after a 40- year career in manufacturing with the family business. To honor him the company presented Rick with a “one of a kind” distinctive crystal award to recognize his achievements.