Consolidated Industries Inc. | 9 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 producing 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 efficiencies with steam hammers enable them to produce impression 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 continuous 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 capabilities 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 Consolidated, 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
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