Tough, like many others in the
metalcasting industry, they will face a challenge with the revised silica regu- lations, Atlas is looking to stay strong for the future. “We’d like to pass it on,” Jim
Atlas is a gray iron caster that has been pouring since 1893. “Disamatics are not known for
short-run work, but we consider ourselves a short-run Disa shop,” he said. “So if you have a pattern that’s somewhere and they don’t want to run it anymore because of the volumes, you’re welcome here.” Te new automated molding machine
is also a sign Atlas shows to potential customers. Te company is strong and healthy, and able to see its future. “We’re still investing in the
facility,” Bill Gartland said. “That’s something existing clients always ask about and then potential new customers that tour the foundry.”
Gartland said. “It’s been here for 123 years now and our philosophy is to try to remain as competitive as we can. We don’t chase something that’s going offshore. We’ve seen things go and come back and I’m sure we’ll continue to see that. Our philosophy is a fair price to our customers and hopefully they can afford to buy from us.” At least one customer feels that way. “They’re investing in the future with the new equipment,” Weener said. “Their ability to do custom jobs supports our business because we get many customers that want their logo cast-in. When you can rely on somebody that can get those turned around quickly, it’s a big deal for us.”
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