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when such is dictated as a crucial strength application. The
analysis can also be applied to identify failure modes of a
machined component and insight as to how an engineered
forging could eliminate the problem.
Today, Consolidated Industries is capable of pro-
ducing forgings in aluminum, stainless steel, alloy steels,
magnesium, nickel-base alloys, aluminum-bronze, and all
grades of titanium. Titanium forgings can range in weight
from .25 pounds to 150 pounds. The company’s efficien-
cies with steam hammers enable them to produce impres-
sion die forging and hand forgings up to 200 pounds in
size. Press capabilities include Hydraulic Presses (1500 and
2500Tons), Mechanical Press (1300T), and Cold Trim
Presses (150T, 75T, 60T). The company additionally offers
partial or full machining services.
Yet, in all cases, Consolidated is committed to con-
tinuous improvement consistent with the standards of lean
manufacturing principals, standards which complement
their expertise with efficiency that adds another benefit to
its customers. According to Vice President of Operations
Drew Papio, the company has reinvested significantly in the
plant throughout the last decade to achieve current capa-
bilities and efficiencies, yet those functions are on the verge
of further evolution. Papio indicates that Consolidated is
preparing to launch a major plant upgrade which will see
several millions of dollars invested in new, state-of-the-art
forging and material-handling equipment.
Strategies to build upon the benefits they provide
to customers are also integral to operations at Consolidat-
ed, especially now, as sequestration factors combined with
existing defense budget cuts are anticipated to prompt some
weakness in second quarter earnings. Briggs indicates that
Left to right: Roger Briggs
Director Business Development
, John Wilbur,
President CEO Consolidated Industries,
Drew Papio,
VP and General Manager- Operations
