The Origins Of ACM & Its Future Plans

By Bob Oliver


American Casting and Manufacturing, a company that specializes in security seals, has a strong history that allows it to be the business that it is today. It should come as no surprise that seals are important, especially for businesses that plan on transporting large, physical goods across long distances. When it comes to the roots of the company in question, as well as where it intends to go, here is an overview that will provide the insight you may have been looking for.

In 1916, American Casting & Manufacturing was incorporated by a pair of brothers: Henry L.C. Wenk Jr. and Norman B. Wenk. Their goal, according to Norman, was to "meet the requirements of a growing construction economy," which was starting to gain ground in the 20th century. From there, the company in question found itself providing a number of products. Not only did they manufacture seals, as mentioned earlier, but castings and stampings, just to name a few.

Did you know that, prior to moving to Plainview, ACM operated out of Brooklyn? This worked for the company during the late 1910's, as it was just starting to come into its own as an authority on construction and security alike. As the company in question grew, however, more space was needed so that additional products could be made to meet demand. This led them to Plainview, complete with a larger facility to accommodate said demand.

Not only did ACM's growth allow the company to move into a larger facility, but account for safety requirements and regulations as they changed over the years. To continually build upon seal technology, they would have to account for all industries from cash handling and utilities to food, beverage, and chemical processing. Needless to say, there is much to consider when ensuring safety. By doing so, however, better-quality products are able to be created.

Now that you know about ACM's history, as well as where it stands today, you may want to know where it intends to go. Security seal manufacturing is a no-brainer, but other areas of the company must be focused on to ensure that this happens. Employee training is paramount, not only in terms of customer service but how products should be developed. Safety, as touched upon earlier, will be expanded on as well. By focusing on all facets of the company, its likelihood of furthered success becomes greater.




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