Industrial furnace manufacturer for aluminum, zinc and magnesium.
Manufactures electric and gas-fired aluminum wet bath reverberatory, dry hearth, low energy wet bath holding, and crucible and pot-type melting and holding furnaces. Electrically heated molten metal transfer systems (launders) and transfer ladles. Located in Beavercreek, Ohio.
Keywords: Industrial furnace, aluminum furnace, refractory repairs, combustion parts, holding furnaces, crucibles, filtrations and degassing aluminum
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1930
What is your primary product or service?
OEM for non ferrous melting and holding furnaces and
refractory sales and service on all vessels over 1,000 degrees F
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Business started by Mr. Frank Schaefer in 1930 as a refractory sales and service company and grew into a major supplier of industrial melting and holding furnaces in the country
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are a custom design furnace company that is built on providing the highest quality most efficient furnaces and excellent service. Our refractory contracting crews are the best in the business!
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
4 locations and adding one in Mexico in 2016
What type of payments do you accept?
payment terms vary depending upon the scope of work
Which areas do you service?
The world
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Richard Schaefer is the owner and CEO
David Nelson is the COO
What are your hours of operation?
M-F 8-5
24hour emergency service
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Our people are outstanding
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Can't! Never did anything