Complete Ownership of Scherer Die Casting
In 1962, Eck acquired controlling interest and later complete ownership of Scherer Die Casting in Cedarburg, Wisconsin at which time it added low pressure permanent mold to its die casting capabilities. With new management, Scherer’s name was changed to Great Lakes Die Casting and ten years later to Pressure Cast, Ltd.
Additions & Transfer of Pressure Cast
In 1987, an addition was added to the plant that was designed to produce die castings and low pressure permanent mold castings. In 1988, the transfer of Pressure Cast production to Eck’s new facilities was completed and Pressure Cast became an inactive corporation.
Mercury Marine Consolidation
In 1992, as part of Mercury Marine’s supplier consolidation, over 100 dies were moved to Eck. A large die storage building was added for die storage and maintenance.
Replacing Die Casting Operations
In 2007, die casting operations were phased out and replaced with a complete dry sand molding loop, additional melt capacity, thermal sand reclamation and a knockout area.
From 7,200 to 210,000 Square Feet
From 1948 to 2010 Eck has gone from operating in a 7,200 square foot garage with 8 employees and 5 customers to a plant with 210,000 square feet, over 250 employees and 110 customers.
4th Generation Transition
In 2016, the business transitioned to the 4th generation of the Eck family as Kiley Eck Hayon became president.
Automating the Large Dry Sand Molding Line
In 2018, the large dry sand molding line was automated incorporating one of the largest mold rollover machines in the aluminum foundry industry.
Multiple Robotic Cell Installation
In 2020, multiple cells were installed utilizing robotics for both pouring and casting cleaning.
Eck Earns AS 9100D Aerospace Certification
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification
Eck Industries Achieves Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, which is a requirement for federal contracts.
