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When evaluating a significant equipment investment, TG Industries turned to CIRAS for objective guidance to ensure the decision aligned with its operational needs and long-term strategy. Company Overview TG Industries Inc., founded in 1973 and based in Armstrong, Iowa, employs 22 people and specializes in high-quality telescoping aerial lifting devices. The company designs, manufactures, and … Continue reading TG Industries Navigates Key Equipment Decision with CIRAS Guidance

By implementing ISO 9001:2015 requirements into its quality system, Hawkeye Fabrication strengthened internal processes, expanded market opportunities, and positioned the company for continued growth. Company Overview Founded in 1998 and located in Ida Grove, Iowa, Hawkeye Fabrication is a manufacturer specializing in fabricated steel bridges and railings. With 12 employees, the company serves customers who … Continue reading Hawkeye Fabrication Strengthens Quality Systems to Unlock New Growth

Stellar Industries builds product confidence through multi-phase structural testing with CIRAS, gaining data-driven insight to guide design decisions and prepare a new bolted bumper for market. Company Overview Stellar Industries is a 100% employee-owned manufacturer headquartered in Garner, Iowa. Founded in 1990, the company designs and builds service truck bodies, mechanic and tire service cranes, … Continue reading Stellar Industries Advances New Bumper Design with Support from CIRAS

After successfully navigating supply chain disruptions with CIRAS support in 2022, Art’s Way Manufacturing returned in 2025 to update its supply chain map—gaining renewed visibility into supplier risk, understanding tariff exposure, and confirming that earlier mitigation efforts were making a measurable difference. Company overview Art’s Way Manufacturing Co. Inc. designs and produces farm and construction … Continue reading Art’s Way Manufacturing builds supply chain resilience and reduces tariff risk with CIRAS

Through a CIRAS supplier scouting project conducted for Blue-9, Lomont Molding gained new business after being identified and selected as a plastics manufacturing partner. The project highlights how CIRAS connects Iowa companies using data-driven insight and internal collaboration to strengthen local supply chains. Company Overview Lomont Molding LLC, based in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, is a … Continue reading Lomont Molding Gains New Business Through CIRAS Supplier Scouting

As Insta-Pro International continued to grow its supplier base, the company partnered with CIRAS to implement a structured quality management system that improved internal processes, strengthened supplier communication, and saved an estimated $190,000. Company Overview Location: Polk County, lowa Founded: 1969 Employees: 45 Primary Products: Grain and bean processing equipment, extruders, oil processors, coolers, and … Continue reading Insta-Pro International Strengthens Quality Systems to Support Growth

Gregory Welding, a family-owned metal fabrication company in Sidney, Iowa, has expanded its ability to work with the Department of Defense thanks to guidance from the CIRAS APEX Accelerator. With support navigating new requirements and federal systems, the company is now confidently pursuing and winning defense contracting opportunities. Company Overview Gregory Welding is a family-owned … Continue reading Gregory Welding Strengthens DoD Contracting Capabilities with CIRAS APEX Accelerator Support

CIRAS partnership helps Iowa tech company achieve CMMC Level 2 and expand opportunities in the defense market. Company Overview Quadyster is a technology solutions company based in Bettendorf that set an ambitious goal to become Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 compliant under Department of Defense standards. Achieving this certification allows the company to … Continue reading Quadyster Reaches New Heights with Cybersecurity Certification

Distynct Corp, a technology startup based in Ames, Iowa, is focused on bringing smarter solutions to agriculture through remote monitoring systems. As the company prepared for a new product launch, it turned to CIRAS for help building in-house 3D printing capabilities that would support faster prototyping, reduce production costs, and give greater control over the … Continue reading Distynct Corp: Accelerating Product Development with 3D Printing and CIRAS Expertise

Kinetic Technologies, L.L.C., partnered with the CIRAS to plan its move into a larger facility designed to support continued growth. Through a structured, data-driven process, CIRAS helped the company evaluate multiple layout options and determine which configuration would best improve efficiency, safety, and flexibility for the future. Company Overview Kinetic Technologies, L.L.C., located in Algona, … Continue reading Planning a New Facility Layout for Kinetic Technologies

National Carwash Solutions (NCS), a manufacturer based in Grimes, Iowa, partnered with CIRAS to evaluate wearable exoskeleton technology to reduce physical strain in production roles. The company has since purchased three units to improve worker comfort, productivity, and retention. Company Overview National Carwash Solutions (NCS) is headquartered in Grimes, Iowa, and employs 150 people. Since … Continue reading National Carwash Solutions: Reducing Strain with CIRAS Supported Wearable Technology

Engineered Seals & Components, L.L.C. (ESC), a precision parts company in Davenport, Iowa, is working with CIRAS and automation partner Direct Automation to develop a new machine for cutting large seals more efficiently. The solution will improve consistency, reduce manual labor, and lower safety risks. Company Overview Engineered Seals & Components, L.L.C. (ESC) is a … Continue reading Engineered Seals & Components: Improving Seal-Cutting Efficiency Through Automation

Ritchie Industries, a livestock equipment manufacturer in Conrad, Iowa, implemented new sensor technology with guidance from CIRAS. The project improved production efficiency and led to $5,000 in annual labor savings, with plans for further expansion in 2025. Company Overview Ritchie Industries is a family-owned company based in Conrad, Iowa, with 70 employees. Since 1921, the … Continue reading Ritchie Industries: Expanding Sensor Technology with CIRAS Support

DICA, a family business in Urbandale, Iowa, earned a $95,000 GSA contract with guidance from CIRAS APEX Accelerator. This milestone expands the company’s presence in the federal marketplace and demonstrates its ability to successfully navigate complex government contracting requirements. Company Overview DICA is a family-owned and operated company based in Urbandale, Iowa, with 38 employees. … Continue reading DICA: Growing in the Federal Marketplace with CIRAS Guidance

Hach partnered with CIRAS to solve a persistent blade cleaning challenge. Using the CIRAS Digital Manufacturing Lab Powered by Alliant Energy and 3D printing, a team of interns developed a safer, ergonomic tool that reduces cleaning time and safety risks, saving the company an estimated $163,000 annually. Company Overview  Since our founding in 1933, Hach® … Continue reading Hach Company: 3D-Printed Prototyping for a Safer Blade-Cleaning Solution with CIRAS Support