Wisconsin Oven's blog - Aerospace

Energy is the driving force of most modern day conveniences and technology. As technological advances continue so does our need for energy. In 2011, each U.S. citizen used 313 million British Thermal Units (Btu) of energy and since then, this number has continued to increase. Energy sources such as fossil fuels have a limited supply. As human use of energy continues to increase it is critical that more and more energy saving initiatives are taken. As we look towards future generations, it is especially important to reduce the use of our natural resources now. As we continue to educate society

American Manufacturing leads to an increase in investments and goods which boost the American economy. Manufacturing is an indicator of a nation’s power and prosperity. Not only does a country need to produce more items, but it also needs to manufacture the machines that facilitate the production. Up until the 1950s, the US led the world in terms of production technology. It controlled over 50% of the manufacturing domain on a global scale. But fast forward to 2016 and the scenario has changed drastically. Right now America is no longer the hub of production and manufacturing genius. It is, in

The beginning of US manufacturing dates back to 1785 when the first automated flour mill was created. As the years progressed, so did the machinery. By the 1850s, American manufacturing was using interchangeable parts and mechanization which led to the first manufactured automobile coming off the assembly line in 1908. The automobile industry of the early 1900’s initiated the growth of manufacturing for several decades to come. Fast forward to today and the manufacturing industry hasn’t slowed down yet. There are countless industries that rely on manufacturing. The industry is a solid career choice for people of all skill and

At Wisconsin Oven we are always on the go, attending many trade shows and conferences throughout the year. We highly value attending because both give us the opportunity to network with industry professionals. They also allow us to show how our versatile products meet the needs of a wide range of applications. In 2016, we will continue our travels and our first stop is quickly approaching! On February 8th-10th we will be heading to California for AeroDef® Manufacturing 2016, located at the Long Beach Convention Center. Aerospace and defense industries rely heavily on materials that require heat treating, composite curing

It’s that time of year again when the National Safety Council reminds us of how important it is for all of us to pay attention to safety. As they say, “safety isn’t an accident” and we must all make safe and conscious choices when we are at work, at home, or on the road. At Wisconsin Oven, safety is a part of our culture as we stated in last year’s National Safety Month blog. This year we are targeting one area specifically: fire safety. Industrial ovens are large pieces of equipment that can be dangerous, as they do put out

Aluminum and Other Industries Aluminum plays a huge part in our everyday life, and its uses are growing. Three of the largest industries that utilize aluminum in their products are: • Aerospace: Aluminum is the key component in the aerospace market – in fact, aluminum makes up 75-80% of the modern aircraft. It has been an essential component since its beginning, as the original Wright brothers’ engine used aluminum parts in the engine to reduce weight. Today, everything from aircrafts to guided missiles to propulsion units use aluminum as their key component. It is often a chosen material for structural

What is Powder Coating? How Does it Work? In today’s world, powder coating finishes are everywhere. We all know that it is durable, protects against corrosion and looks great, but what is it really? Powder coating is a dry finishing process that represents over 15% of the total industrial finishing market and is used on a wide array of products. It has continued to gain popularity since it was introduced in North America over 40 years ago. Powder coatings are divided into two types: thermoset and thermoplastic coatings. Thermoset powder reacts when it is baked with other chemical groups in

CAMX 2016 (The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo) is just around the corner. This year it will be held at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California on September 26-29, 2016. CAMX 2016 brings together leaders from all areas of the composites and advanced materials industry including transportation, aerospace, marine, wind energy, software, construction and infrastructure, medical, academics, sports and leisure. The event will provide networking and collaboration opportunities along with feature new technology within the industry. The hall will host over 500 exhibitors allowing attendees to meet with manufacturers and service providers for composites and advanced materials. Composite Curing