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At Wisconsin Oven, we're always looking for new and innovative opportunities to showcase our products. We believe in the quality of the work that we're doing and in the industrial ovens that we're putting out into the world. This is something that we want you to be able to see, feel and experience which is why we're so excited to announce that not only will we be attending the CAMX industry trade show in a couple of months, but we're bringing a special surprise along with us: a bold new virtual reality showcase. VR Comes to CAMX Virtual reality is

Reprinted from the January 2017 Issue of Written By: Gary Schmid, Jason Schmid, Daniel H. Herring of Industrial Heating Magazine and Mike Grande of Wisconsin Oven Prior to World War II, Cincinnati, Ohio-based Derrick Company was a local brick-maker that used large kilns in the manufacture of bricks from clay mined from the hillsides of Cincinnati and northern Kentucky. During World War II, there was a need to heat treat large tank parts for use in the North African theater, which prompted Harry Derrick Sr. to devise a way to use his brick-making kilns as heat-treating ovens. The results were

Many components are manufactured through the use of sand cast molding. The majority of metal castings done by foundries are produced this way. Complicated parts and those requiring internal cavities benefit from sand casting and core making. It is cost effective and extremely reliable—if the molds are prepared properly. To ensure the best outcomes, molds must be able to withstand the high temperatures of the liquid metal. Molds are made with sand and bonding agents, such as clay, in which the shape of the part to be cast is pressed. Molten metal is poured into the mold. Once the component

The construction industry has seen an impressive rebound in the last few years. With the increase in new buildings, both commercial and residential, comes a rise in demand for wood and cement board products. Wood is not only used as a structural component in the building process but also adds a decorative touch to many projects. Wood is easy to work with and durable. It can be pre-fabricated or customized on the job site so provides contractors with the flexibility to make changes as needed. Manufacturers in the wood industry find it beneficial to pre-finish their materials prior to installation

April 22, Earth Day, is a day devoted to increasing awareness of the need for environmental protection. Some of the industries that Wisconsin Oven serves are environmentally focused. Molded Fiber Industry The recovery and reuse of resourceful/valuable materials such as paper products is essential to environmental sustainability. Wisconsin Oven manufactures Paper Pulp Drying Conveyor Ovens for the Molded Fiber Industry. The Molded Fiber Industry uses recycled paper pulp to manufacture packaging material for a wide range of uses such as drink carriers, carry out containers, shipping cartons, and more. The environmentally friendly products are made of 100% recycled materials making

Since 1973, Wisconsin Oven has been supplying industrial ovens and to manufacturers around the world. We are extremely proud of how many products are processed in our industrial ovens, and how those products play a part in your daily lives. From something as small as bedsprings inside the mattress you sleep and the wrinkle free clothes you put on to the contact lenses you wear--these are just some of the items made possible with industrial ovens. Industrial ovens, heat-treating ovens, and conveyor ovens are all used to process products around the world. Spindle conveyor ovens are used to cure the

Wisconsin Oven Corporation is proud to introduce its new website that is now live! The new website features a responsive design and new information on processes and industries. The responsive platform is mobile friendly and easy to navigate for an improved user experience. One of our goals at Wisconsin Oven is to provide up to date product and industry information to our customers. The new website features information on the processes, applications, and industries our industrial ovens and furnaces are used for. The additional information will help visitors find the equipment options that fit their application needs. Take a minute

As we reach the end of January, the Wisconsin Oven team is looking forward to a 2017 full of growth and success. The three areas of development we want to focus on are physical expansion, company growth, and internal engagement for external success. This will include a new facility, the addition of new employees and implementing a comprehensive training program. Currently, WOC is looking to expand into a neighboring manufacturing facility to accommodate our continued growth and increase our production capacity. With our customers as a key fuel for motivation, we are refining both our footprint in custom equipment and