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The work CMC's advisors did with CFC Wireforms is a good example of the duality of our mission. We use proven methods to help manufacturers better compete and grow their businesses. That, in turn, helps manufacturing employees maintain their standard of living. In so doing, we contribute to strengthening the America's vital industrial and technology base and building a better future for the country. That's our mission.

CFC Wireforms in Batavia, Ill., is committed to quality. The manufacturer of precision metal stampings and springs asked the Chicago Manufacturing Center to help with process improvements. The results: CFC Wireforms reduced its cycle time; work in process inventory and defect rate, and increased throughput. Just as importantly the company added 15 people to the payroll as it geared up for a $1.5 million increase in sales.

"CMC has played a key role in our growth and success. Their extensive experience in a variety of areas makes them a great resource for our company," says Frank Czekajlo, vice president, CFC Wireforms.

CMC does not work alone. We have a talented cadre of partners in Chicago and across the country.
  • CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

    "Our work with CMC has made an enormous difference for us. As a small company, you have to be ahead of the market. People who wouldn't give us an interview in the past now want to talk. This [Sustainable Leadership] is a wonderful way to evaluate your company. There isn't any reason why every manufacturer wouldn't want to do it. If each of us can make a small improvement, it can make a big difference in the world."

    --Marvin Klein, President, PortionPac Chemical Corporation

    "The value stream map was key to streamlining our quoting process: we broke it down, made it simple, and made it better. As our partner in launching our lean journey, CMC added value by helping us to see where we needed to improve, rather than stagnating or becoming overly reliant on outside experts for our own improvements."

    --Andrew Gabelman, President, Chief Enterprises