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Neenah Boosts Production With $2.5 Million Investment

Neenah Enterprises Inc. (NEI) has announced the completion of a $2.5 million investment at its metalcasting facility in Neenah, Wis. T e invest- ment allows for increased production of ductile iron from 35 tons per hour to 42 tons per hour, an increase of 20%. “As the industry evolves, our clients

are beginning to increase the demand for ductile iron,” said Tom Riordan, CEO. “NEI is committed to serv- ing the needs of our clients the best we can, which is why we needed to increase our ductile production.” Demand for ductile iron is grow- ing in many industries. NEI oper- ates multiple facilities across the U.S., each offering unique capabili- ties and areas of expertise. T e project was completed in two

phases: the fi rst phase was building and installing the infrastructure to support new equipment, which was fi nished in winter 2015, and the second phase saw

The $2.5 million expansion to Neenah’s capabilities will improve throughput by 20%, from 35 tons per hour to 42.

the installation of equipment to expand ductile iron production. Neenah Foundry specializes in gray and ductile iron for heavy truck, agri- culture and construction manufacturers

and suppliers. NEI’s largest facility in Neenah is able to mold gray and duc- tile iron both vertically and horizon- tally on its fi ve mold lines, as well as produce a wide range of castings. ■

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