This year, Owen had it’s first bags tournament! We had 17 teams for first shift, and 6 teams for 2nd shift.
Winners for 1st shift:
Chris Schroeder and Ronnie Main in 1st place
Kaden Conrad and Stephen Fox in 2nd place.
2nd shift winners:
1st place: Eh Soe and Ehkue Htoo
2nd place: Than Win and Vichai Thomo
Fierce competition and tons of fun! Congratulations to our winners!
(Carter Lake, Iowa, September 1, 2023) – Owen Metals Group announced today the opening of their new Paxton & Vierling Finishing (PVF) facility in Carter Lake, Iowa. The company’s latest, most advanced line combines ten years of powder coating experience at their Northern Plains Finishing (NPF) division in Casselton, North Dakota, with the latest innovations in coating technologies. “Our new PVF line significantly increases finishing capacity while reducing costs for our customers in the lower Midwest,” said Tyler Owen, CEO/President of Owen Holdings Co.
The new system integrates part-specific instructions driven by barcoded hooks that travel with the parts. These hooks trigger automation, including four robots that perform custom paint applications. PVF line robots spray super-cooled powder with a technology that significantly increases the powder transfer rate. The PVF line integrates several borrowed and upgraded facets of the NPF system that have proven successful, including the 5-stage wash pretreatment system and a 10-gun auto paint booth.
The new PVF system features one of the lengthiest parts hanging areas of any paint line. The extended hanging space, coupled with the rise and fall of the conveyor line, allows parts to hang much closer than on a traditional monorail line. Owen Metals Group President Keith Siebels said, “We are also pleased that the unique design of our new PVF line requires fewer team members to operate, and those working the line can be in a more comfortable position throughout the production process.”
Owen Metals Group is a privately held company headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 1885 as Paxton & Vierling Iron Works, the company is a well-established leader in the steel industry. Owen Metals Group produces the highest quality parts and steel castings, which are laser cut, formed, machined, and painted to spec for the most advanced manufacturers in the country. The company supplies complex structural fabrication systems to the most exacting standards through its subsidiary, Owen Industries.
Congratulations to our Spring/Summer 2023 Cornhole Champions at Omaha Steel! Our final two teams played for the championship title today. The team of Travis Toline and Joe Mader won the final game against Chase White and Paula Mimick with a final score of 21-10. Well done everyone! We look forward to a fun and competitive Fall tournament in September – so keep practicing!
Owen loves to support kids, this year we were sponsors for the PACE program that helps more than 1100 kids get free and reduced access to soccer teams for the summer.
Celebrating 40 Years of Exceptional Engineering Excellence!
For four decades, Mark Holland has been an invaluable asset to our company, consistently displaying an unwavering commitment to innovation, expertise, and steadfast dedication. Throughout his illustrious career, Mark has played a pivotal role in shaping the very foundation of our organization, guiding us through technological advancements and pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence.
Mark’s passion for the craft, relentless pursuit of perfection, and unyielding work ethic have inspired and positively influenced countless colleagues, resulting in a stronger and more prosperous organization as a whole. This can be proven by his 2:00 am emails.
Mark has been instrumental in leading some of our most groundbreaking projects, turning complex challenges into triumphs. His depth of knowledge, unparalleled expertise, and visionary thinking have not only elevated our company’s reputation but also significantly contributed to advancements in the field of engineering itself. This ultimately culminated in Mark receiving the AISC lifetime achievement award earlier this year, one of AISC’s highest honors.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Mark has selflessly shared his knowledge and experience, shaping the careers of numerous individuals within our organization (including both the current president and general manager). His willingness to guide and nurture talent exemplifies their commitment to fostering a culture of growth, learning, and collaboration.
Please join us in congratulating Mark on this momentous occasion and expressing our deepest appreciation for their 40 years of service
On behalf of the entire organization, we extend our warmest congratulations and our sincere thanks to Mark Holland. We look forward to many more years of collaboration and continued success as we embark on new frontiers together.
Omaha Steel recently hosted roughly 100 members from the Saunders County Livestock & Ag Association. It was a great opportunity to educate local community members on how castings are produced and allowed them the opportunity to meet our team and tour our facility. The Omaha Steel team members and visitors had a great time!
