Atlas Tech Talk: Precision Threading in Sheet Metal with Extrude and Tap
Threading in sheet metal fabrication is crucial for secure and reliable assembly. Traditional methods like captive fasteners…
2016 Chippewa Charity Classic Golf Outing
The 2016 Chippewa Charity Classic Golf Outing recently teed off on Friday, May 20th. ATLAS was fortunate enough to be able to sponsor a hole for the fundraiser. The proceeds from the event benefited the Wisconsin Make-A-Wish Foundation, which helps grant the wishes of children who have been diagnosed with life threatening medical conditions. …
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Chippewa Falls facility adds enhanced forming capability
Precision metal forming requires control and consistency. Proven in our Minneapolis facility, a 10 ft, 135 ton brake was transferred to enhance operations. Off-line programming of the press brake from either location now allows operators fast set-up and standard work for each and every repeat part. In addition, we can quickly shift production between Minneapolis…
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Atlas Minneapolis adds fastest punching machine in the world
Record orders for punched parts required added capacity so we could meet customer lead-times. This machine was showcased at Fabtech and then headed west to Atlas Minneapolis. Super quick punching, tapping, 4 bin part sorting, and auto tool changing are just some of the added features that enhance our capability. With two fully automated…
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Atlas posts record performance in 2015
Our management philosophy has been goal based with achievement targets. Sure we have rules for the business, but when we achieve our goals, we share the rewards. We are congratulating Atlas Chippewa Falls employees for an outstanding year!
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Football for the Homeless
ATLAS sponsored a hole at Ruby’s Pantry’s 7th Annual Border Battle Scramble on September 28. The proceeds of the event went to the Eau Claire Area School District Homeless Program for students living in homeless situations. Ruby’s Pantry sent the school a check for $11,313.06! This will go on to help over 310 homeless students!
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Supporting the Special Olympians
This year Atlas Manufacturing supported the Special Olympics by participating in the Worlds Largest Truck Convoy fundraiser. Two of our trucks drove in the convoy of 147 trucks! Last year the convoy included 99 trucks and raised more than $30,000 for the Special Olympics.
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Costume Contest!
ATLAS had a costume contest this month. The costumes were judged on overall effort and creativity. The winner was our production worker Steve who dressed as our co-owner John. He even shaved his head to look the part! He received 4 tickets to a gophers game for his efforts!
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A memorable Tee It Up for the Troops event
On August 17th, Tee It Up for the Troops Event in Hudson, Wisconsin was a great success as the organization celebrated it’s first Wisconsin fundraiser. The Atlas team were among 60 golfers that participated in the golfing event. Beginning with an uplifting ceremony, the event was followed by an 18 hole course. During the opening ceremony,…
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August employee BBQ
This month’s employee event was extra special for us at Atlas. Our three hard working summer interns hosted an employee BBQ. Although they will be missed, we said our goodbye’s to two interns, Mistica Schumer and Cole Soffa, as they head back to school, and Tien Quach, who is retiring. Thanks for a great summer and…
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