Scott Forster wanted to demonstrate the company’s commitment to support American Manufacturing by serving as a Business Advisor on the Leyden Technology Council. The committee seeks to support and grow the manufacturing vocational programs at Leyden High School. With the manufacturing industries facing skilled labor shortages it is imperative our high schools strengthen and grow their vocational programs. For the September Meeting Scott was instrumental in bringing Harper College in to discuss potential partnering opportunities.

May 15, 2010: “New Swiss CNC Turning Equipment”

Forster’s business results continue to stay strong. The company has continued to invest in new equipment, having recently purchased a Hanwha,6 Axix, CNC Swiss Lathe machine. This machine also has a Fanuc Control, 1 Degree Sub-spindle Indexing Unit, Edge Minuteman 320SE 12’ Magazine Auto Swiss Bar Feeder.

December, 2009: “Lean Manufacturing Pays Off”

Forster’s commitment to Lean Manufacturing and working on Kanban systems for our clients continues to help us grow sales. We have been named a “Preferred Supplier” nationally for Danaher Industries.

November 1, 2007: "Forster Tool's New CNC Turning Center"

Forster Tool recently purchased a Hardinge Elite 51 Turning Center. We have seen an increase in the demand for our Turning operations. Also we believe in continually reinvesting in equipment and training.

Our new Turning Center has a Round Collet (through capacity) of 2" and a Swing Diameter of 21".

Feel free to contact with your questions about CNC Turning operations.

July 25, 2007: "Forster Tool Named "Best Supplier of 2007"

Danaher Motion has named Forster Tool their "Best Supplier of 2007". A plaque was presented to our sales staff at the June Supplier Networking Meeting.

In selecting the "Best Supplier", Danaher has high expectations for both Quality and On time Delivery. Danaher has long adopted a corporate "Lean Philosophy" and in their quest to keep inventories low, they require a rapid turn around on all orders. After observing the benefits of going "Lean" at the Danaher companies, Forster has begun implementing a Lean Manufacturing Program. The improvements have been dramatic.

As our program continues, our relationship with Danaher Motion and the other Danaher companies is growing. It's truly a win-win scenario.

Supporting Vocational Programs

September 01, 2011

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