Transforming Efficiency Through Customization: States Engineering Elevates D & J Manufacturing’s Production

Summary: When D & J Manufacturing faced a roadblock in enhancing their sand volume efficiency, States Engineering came into play with custom-made solutions. Providing end-to-end support, from design to timely delivery, States Engineering’s custom hoppers with feeder belts not only increased D & J Manufacturing’s productivity but also optimized their workforce utilization. Pleased with the outcome, D & J Manufacturing plans to continue the partnership for future projects.


Industry: Foundry Equipment Manufacturing
Category: Custom Manufacturing of Hoppers with Feeder Belts
Processes: Needs Analysis, Custom Design, Manufacturing, Delivery

For an aluminum foundry like D & J Manufacturing, scalability and efficiency in sand volume management are paramount. The company found itself in a predicament when off-the-shelf hoppers failed to meet their specific application needs.

That’s where States Engineering stepped in, offering an in-depth design-to-delivery service. By understanding D & J Manufacturing’s unique requirements, States Engineering conceptualized and manufactured custom hoppers with feeder belts that perfectly fit the application.

The benefits for D & J Manufacturing were immediate. The customized hoppers not only streamlined the sand loading process but also significantly increased productivity. Manpower that was previously utilized in the loading process was redeployed to other areas, contributing to an overall increase in production. D & J Manufacturing lauded States Engineering’s approach, expressing keen interest in extending the collaboration to future projects.

States Engineering’s successful delivery of a tailored solution underscores their commitment to solving specialized challenges in the foundry equipment market. With keen attention to specific customer needs and delivering measurable improvements, they stand as a valued partner in the custom foundry equipment arena.

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