Black Bros. Co.

About The Company

Black Bros. Co. is a family-owned, sixth-generation roll coating and laminating equipment manufacturer established in 1882. With approximately 65 employees working across two locations in Mendota, IL, and High Point, NC, the company serves more than 25 industries. Black Bros. is committed to innovative engineering, quality manufacturing, and highly profitable laminating solutions while delivering superior service.

The Challenge

Black Bros. Co. encountered issues with their previous saw, which had begun to show its age and was no longer consistently producing square cuts. The equipment’s declining performance compromised precision when cutting machine skids and roll boxes. Package quality is essential for Black Bros. customers.

The Solution

Black Bros. Co. turned to Original Saw Company after hearing positive feedback from industry contacts and their own personal interactions with the team. They decided to invest in a new saw to address the inconsistency in their cuts. Black Bros. chose a 16” Heavy Duty Radial Arm Saw with a lower elevation kit. This model provides the required crosscut capacity for their packaging department.  The addition of the lower elevation kit made it easier for the operator to raise and lower the arm. The new saw’s smooth arm action immediately improved their cuts’ precision, significantly enhancing their overall packaging process.

The Results

Since implementing the new saw from Original Saw Company, Black Bros. Co. has seen a notable improvement in cut accuracy. The enhanced precision has eliminated the need to thoroughly inspect each cut, saving the team valuable time and reducing redundant tasks. Their packaging process is now more efficient, providing customers with even better results.

“With this new saw and the smooth arm action, our cuts have been pristine so there’s a noticeable improvement. We’ve also saved time by not having to thoroughly inspect each cut and perform certain tasks twice.”

Conclusion

By upgrading to a saw from Original Saw Company, Black Bros. Co. has improved the accuracy of its cuts, streamlined its packaging process, and delivered better-quality products to its customers. The saw’s smooth operation and increased efficiency have positively impacted its production, allowing it to focus on meeting its customers’ needs with confidence.

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