INDUSTRY NEWS
Kawasaki Names Waupaca Foundry Supplier of the Year Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing
Corp., U.S.A. (KMM), Maryville, Mo., named Waupaca Foundry Inc., Waupaca, Wis., its 2012 Supplier of the Year. “Tis award recognizes the com-
pany that is the best at what they do. KMM sets their expectations
high for suppliers. Waupaca was able to meet this challenge,” said Paul Walter, purchasing assistant man- ager, KMM. He said many factors go into the selection of supplier awards, but the company with the best total value is awarded the highest honor.
Waupaca Foundry was the top performer from 100+ global sup- pliers last year. Waupaca Foundry’s plants in
Waupaca and Marinette, Wis., were recognized for timely response to KMM needs and overall ease of doing business. Te Waupaca plant makes flywheels for Kawasaki engines; the Marinette plant makes crankshafts. Both plants were cited for 100% on-time delivery. Suppli- ers are reviewed monthly by KMM. Its focus was on the facilities’ cus- tomer service, product quality, cost and productivity. “Our production processes and
technology have been developed to ensure overall quality for our customers,” said Gary Gigante, president and CEO, Waupaca Foundry. “But our greatest asset is the skill and knowledge of our team members. We’re thrilled our focus on customer service has been rewarded with this recognition.” Previously, Waupaca Foundry
received the 2010 Cost Savings Award for all KMM suppliers. Waupaca Foundry Inc. produces
gray and ductile iron castings for customers in the automotive, com- mercial vehicle, agriculture, con- struction and industrial markets. Waupaca employs approximately 3,700 people.
MEDIA RESOURCE
Using the Actable App, scan this page to see a video of Waupaca’s metalcasting operations. For instructions on how to use the app, see p. 3.
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