Addison Machine Engineering underwent the annual ISO 9001:2000 audit and successfully maintained its certification. The audit noted that Addison had no non-conformances. This points to the dedication and commitment of staff at all levels to the Quality Management System and the principles it represents.
Addison Machine Adds New Equipment, Expands Production
Addison Machine has again expanded production capacity to meet growth demands
with two new CNC lathes. One lathe will focus on small diameter roll tooling orders
and one on large tooling. Addison also added several new manufacturing positions
in the turning, inspection, and grinding centers.
Addison Machine Adds Manufacturing Staff
Addison Machine continues to grow and recently hired several employees in its manufacturing area to meet customer needs. Staff added includes Andrew Beatty (Machinist), Sam Berlingeri (Inspector), Larry Bohn (Grinder), and Gary Wilder (Machinist).
Addison Machine Named Sauk County Large Business of the Year
The Sauk County (WI) Development Corporation (SCDC) recently selected Addison Machine Engineering as the 2007 Large Business of the Year. The award honors Addison’s recent significant business accomplishments and substantial charitable and professional contributions. Karna Hanna, Executive Director of SCDC, remarked that Addison has “dramatically grown the scope of their operations in the last few years, all the while developing core company cultures that reflect a high level of customer service, superior quality, and emphasis on employee development and training.”
“Having the Sauk County Development Corporation and the Reedsburg Industrial Development Commission (who nominated us) recognize what we accomplished over the past couple years is very affirming,” noted Jay Brunken, Addison VPO. “Our employees have worked extremely hard to not only strengthen and grow our company, but to make sure we are good neighbors in our community and industry. We are blessed to be part of a vital and growing area that values hard work and citizenship.”
Layard Product Services Representing Addison Machine in Western Canada
Addison Machine Engineering Inc. is pleased to announce that Layard Product Services is now representing the company in the Canadian territories of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. “The addition of Layard Product Services to our network of sales representatives enhances our ability to serve customers in Western Canada,” states Jay Brunken, VP-Operations. “We are excited to have them as part of the Addison Team.”
Layard Product Services can be reached at 905.592.1321.
Redesigned Entry Guide Edge Trimmer Introduced
Addison Machine recently introduced the first in a line of bi-directional mill components. The redesigned entry guide edge trimmer can be installed or adjusted from either hand of operation. Prior to this innovation, most components of this unit were designed and assembled to match the mill flow. The mill directional difference requires mill manufacturers to design, manufacturer, and stock numerous items that are mill flow specific. This innovative improvement eliminates the need to stock these additional components and reduces the costs associated with manufacturing and inventorying the direction specific spare parts.
Existing edge trimmers can be retrofitted with these new features.
Over $6,200 Raised for Scholarships
Addison Machine Engineering employees and supporters raised over $6,200 at the Third Annual Randy Estrada Memorial Golf Tournament, bringing the three‑year total to over $15,000. The proceeds benefit the Randy Estrada Scholarship Trust, which provides scholarships in memory of long‑time friend and Addison co‑worker.
The Randy Estrada Scholarship for Automotive Technicians was established as a tribute to Randy’s love of anything automotive and to assist those whose love of cars has steered them toward a career in automotive service. The annual scholarships are awarded to full-time students attending the Madison (WI) Area Technical College’s Automotive Technician Program.
Addison Machine Celebrates another Record Year
Addison Machine Engineering, Reedsburg, WI, celebrated another successful year by holding an employee appreciation picnic. The weather was perfect for an outdoor pig roast, games and good times. “Our people worked extremely hard to make this past year the best in our company’s history,” noted Jay Brunken, Vice President Operations. “This is one small way that we can say “Thanks” to them for making that happen. We have a great team at Addison – I’m proud of our employees and our company.”
Addison Machine Adds to Manufacturing Staff
Addison Machine expanded capacity this spring with the addition of several manufacturing staff members, including Catherine Dorrler (Inspector), Pedro Perez (Shipping), Bill Stockwell Jr (Key Seater), and Jerome Webb (Key Seater).
Osgood Promoted to Sales
Addison Machine Engineering recently promoted Mary Osgood to its sales staff as a Sales Assistant. Her responsibilities will include customer service and sales support. Mary has been part of the Addison Team for nearly two years in front office and traffic management.
Julie Saner joined the Addison Team as Reception/Traffic Manager.
Addison Machine Engineering Continues to Expand
Addison Machine Engineering recently installed a 5‑axis CNC work center, which will focus on roll tooling orders. This is the second CNC work center added to the facility in the past 6 months in response to continued growth and continuous improvement activities to better serve customers.
Long-Time Employees Honored at Addison Machine
A quarter-century or more with one company is becoming increasingly rare in today’s work world. At Addison Machine, however, long-time service is almost the norm.
Several employees were recently honored for 25 years or more with the company. The honorees include Gerald Brunken Sr (41 years), Ronald Brunken (41), Thomas Onate (32), Chris Miller (30), Roger Mieden (29), Dennis Wopat (29), Joe Herrewig (28), Robert O’Hara (28), John Beverley (27), Robert Clyde Sr. (27), Ramon Vallejo (25), and LaVerne Gher (25).
“Together, these employees represent over 350 years of skill and experience. That depth of knowledge benefits our company and our customers. We’re very proud to have them at Addison,” says Jay Brunken, Vice President-Operations.
Rafted Sizing/Powered Squaring Mill Simplifies Roll Change-over and Set‑up
Addison Machine introduced the improved PSU-8000 rafted sizing/powered squaring mill. The heavy-duty mill provides two features that simplify change-over and set-up and provide greater operator safety. The outboard roll stand base has a built-in air bearing making it possible for one person to easily remove the stand during roll change-over. Additionally, the single point adjusters on each roll simultaneously position both front and rear side rolls and individually position top and bottom driven rolls. All roll adjustments are made from a safe, convenient access point on the front of the stand with a digital position indicator providing precise roll position feedback.
This sizing/powered squaring section is suitable for round tube diameters of 3 inches to 7.625 inches, square tube up to 6 by 6 inches, and rectangular tube up to 2 by 10 inches.
For more information, contact Jeff@ameinc.com
Addison Machine Adds Capacity with New CNC Lathe
Addison Machine Engineering installed a new CNC lathe at its facility in Reedsburg, Wisconsin. The machine is dedicated to hard turning new roll tooling orders, which the company says will help reduce turn-around time for those orders.
Addison has experience a significant growth in business during the past year. The purchase of the lathe, as well as a 10 percent increase in workforce, is part of an overall capacity expansion in response to that growth.
Addison Machine Adds to Manufacturing Staff
Addison Machine Engineering recently expanded capacity with the addition of several manufacturing staff members, including George Anderson (ID grinder), Kris Downing (CNC lathe), Jeremy Fry (Blanchard grinder), Ken Gher (CNC lathe), Daniel Morey (maintenance), Randi Jeske (inspector), and Justin Pickel (CNC lathe).
Addison Machine Engineering Inc. recently raised $4700 at Second Annual Randy Estrada Memorial Golf Tournament, bringing the two-year total money raised to nearly $9,000. The proceeds benefit the Randy Estrada Scholarship Trust, which provides scholarships in memory of long‑time friend and Addison co‑worker. Many Addison vendors and suppliers contributed tournament cash and prizes to help make the entire event a huge success.
The Randy Estrada Scholarship for Automotive Technicians was established as a tribute to Randy’s love of anything automotive and to assist those whose love of cars has steered them toward a career in automotive service. The annual scholarships are awarded to full-time students attending the Madison (WI) Area Technical College’s Automotive Technician Program.
With great pleasure, Addison Machine Engineering, Inc. announces that its Quality Management System has been certified for conformance to ISO 9001:2000 standards by the registrar Quality Management Institute (QMI) on July 18, 2006.
Addison Machine Engineering specializes in the design, development, manufacture and rebuild of mills and components for tubing and roll forming operations; new and regrind rolls for tubing, roll forming and steel industries and general purpose machining operation.
The dedication and commitment behind this achievement originated with the key player Praba Marimuthu, Quality Management System Consultant, who led Addison Machine Engineering to develop and drive the project. His enthusiasm and determination spread quickly throughout the rest of the team and the company at large.
Per Gerald W. Brunken Jr., Vice President of Operations: “ISO 9001:2000 system implementation has made us a better and more successful company. We have a better knowledge and understanding of our customers’ needs and expectations, our processes and our workforce capabilities. More importantly, our QMS has fostered a companywide philosophy and dedication to quality, continual process improvement and total customer satisfaction. It shows in everything we do and say.”
Addison Machine Adds to Engineering Staff
Addison Machine Engineering, Reedsburg, WI, added Courtney Fassel and Tom Onate to its Engineering department. The addition of Fassel increases the department’s drafting capacity, while Onate brings many years of roll tooling inspection experience to the position of Regrind Engineer.
AME Retools with E2 Shop System
Addison Machine Engineering (AME) recently upgraded its operating systems to ShopTech’s E2 Shop System. The new software brings previously separate systems into one fully integrated shop control system. All processes from estimating and quoting through manufacturing, shipping, and billing are managed in a single, comprehensive system. One of the most significant benefits of the system is its ability to streamline the production scheduling process and provide real-time status of every item moving through the plant.
Conversational Programming Eliminates Multiple Mill Set-ups, Reduces Downtime
Addison Machine Engineering manufactures the AM-040 micro rollform mill - a servo-driven, feed-stop-press mill utilizing conversational programming. The mill boosts productivity by manufacturing unlimited combinations of part lengths and configurations with one easy set-up, eliminating downtime from multiple set-ups.
In addition, the AM-040 features a self-contained stock feed system. This all-in-one design is compact and an economical alternative to purchasing separate feed rollers and presses. Further, the mill's modular design allows for change-over to different tooling for maximum flexibility.
The AM-040 accommodates up to 18-gauge material and is custom engineered to meet customer requirements for through-put.
If you would like information on this and other Addison Machine tube mills or mill components, please contact us at the phone number or email address below.
Flynn Industrial Sales now Representing Addison Machine Engineering
Addison Machine Engineering Inc. (AME) announced that Flynn Industrial Sales is now representing AME in the states of Arizona, California, Oregon, and Washington, as well as Baja California, Mexico. "The addition of Flynn Industrial Sales to our network of sales representatives enhances our ability to serve customers on the West Coast," states Jay Brunken, VP-Operations. "We are excited to have them as part of the Addison Team."
Kevin Flynn brings many years of experience and a track record of building long-term relationships with his customers to the AME/Flynn team. Flynn Industrial Sales can be reached at 562.494.3443 or flynnind99@aol.com.
Tube Mill News
Addison Machine Engineering shipped this mill to a Midwest pipe producer that was expanding their stainless steel tube production capabilities.
The AM-2000-U "TIG" tube mill features three driven breakdown, three driven fin, and five driven sizing passes with cut-off equipment, 20-foot long double-dump table, and 20-foot long run-out table.
Other features include:
· Tube range: .500-inch to 2.250-inch diameter
· Gauge range: .028-inch to .095-inch
· Mechanical line speed: 5 fpm to 50 fpm
· Drive system: two-motor, 30 hp DC direct drive with analog-type controls
· Welding system: multi-purpose, 3-phase welder, torch, and arc control
· Quick-change raft plates
· Stainless, 55-gallon recirculating pump, cooler, and reservoir unit
If you would like information on this and other Addison Machine tube mills or mill components, please contact us at the phone number or email address below.
Addison Machine Raises $4500 for Scholarships
Addison Machine Engineering Inc. recently raised over $4500 at its First Annual Randy Estrada Memorial Golf Tournament. The proceeds benefit the Randy Estrada Scholarship Trust, which provides scholarships in memory of long‑time friend and Addison co-worker. The Randy Estrada Scholarship for Automotive Technicians was established as a tribute to Randy's love of anything automotive and to assist those whose love of autos has steered them toward a career in automotive service. The annual scholarships will be awarded to full-time students attending the Madison (WI) Area Technical College's Automotive Technician Program.
August 2005
Addison Machine Engineering Adds to Sales Staff
Addison Machine Engineering (AME) has appointed Cassandra "Cassie" Landsinger to its sales staff. Landsinger has been with AME for over three years, moving from Traffic to Inside Sales. She has a developed reputation for building strong customer relationships with a "customer first" philosophy.
