States Engineering’s High-Speed Aerators Fuel Ward Manufacturing’s Success

Summary: Ward Manufacturing turned to States Engineering to tackle their production bottleneck. By installing two high-volume, high-speed 30” wide triple brush aerators designed by States Engineering, Ward Manufacturing not only met but exceeded their production demands. These custom aerators minimized voids and air pockets in their green sand molding line, leading to increased production and less downstream finishing.

Industry: Foundry Equipment Manufacturing
Category: Installation of High-Volume, High-Speed Aerators
Processes: Custom Design, Installation, Operational Improvement

High demand rates but insufficient production had put Ward Manufacturing in a tough spot. Keeping up with the market became increasingly challenging, and they knew they needed a solution that would deliver fast and lasting results.

States Engineering responded by installing two high-volume, high-speed 30” wide triple brush aerators on Ward Manufacturing’s prepared sand delivery belts. These weren’t just any aerators; they were unique pin-style aerators specially designed by States Engineering to minimize voids and air pockets around the green sand molding line patterns.

The result? A significant uptick in production rates for Ward Manufacturing. But the benefits didn’t stop there. By reducing voids and air pockets, the new aerators also cut down on the amount of downstream finishing required, further enhancing productivity.

The bespoke solution by States Engineering addressed Ward Manufacturing’s unique production challenges head-on. With measurable gains in production efficiency and downstream processes, States Engineering has proven to be an invaluable partner for companies looking to scale operations effectively.