SOURCE: ME Elecmetal | September 30, 2026
Duluth, Minnesota – ME Elecmetal is pleased to announce its participation in the 2026 Manufacturing Day initiative with a community open house at its U.S. foundry in Duluth, Minnesota. The event will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, giving employees, customers, students, educators, families, and community members the opportunity to experience firsthand the innovation, craftsmanship, and career potential that define modern metal casting.
Open-House Schedule:
Duluth, Minnesota – Saturday, October 3, 2026| 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
ME Elecmetal Duluth Foundry
200 East Carterett Street, Duluth, MN 55808
In alignment with the goals of Manufacturing Day, a nationwide initiative dedicated to inspiring the next generation of manufacturing professionals, ME Elecmetal will offer facility tours, live metal casting demonstrations, and educational programming designed to highlight the critical role of manufacturing in the U.S. economy.
The event will also provide an opportunity to honor and recognize ME Elecmetal employees by giving them a platform to share their workplace, expertise, and contributions with family, friends, and the broader Duluth community.
“At ME Elecmetal, Manufacturing Day gives us the opportunity to open our doors and share the pride, skill and innovation behind the work our teams do every day,” said Scott Schudalla, Vice President of Manufacturing at ME Elecmetal. “It is a chance to celebrate our employees, connect with the community and inspire students and families to see manufacturing as a dynamic and rewarding career path. The products we manufacture support critical infrastructure and essential industries across our great state of Arizona and beyond, and we are proud to showcase the people and processes behind that impact.”
As a cornerstone of the U.S. manufacturing sector, the metal casting industry supports vital supply chains across aerospace, automotive, agriculture, construction, mining, energy, infrastructure, and more. Events like Manufacturing Day play an important role in building awareness of modern manufacturing careers, addressing workforce needs, and helping students and families better understand the opportunities available in skilled trades, engineering, technology, operations, and related fields.
This event also reflects ME Elecmetal’s broader commitment to community engagement and outreach. The company actively partners with local schools, vocational programs, and industry associations to support STEM education, workforce development, and sustainability awareness. Through employee volunteer initiatives, charitable contributions, educational partnerships, and hands-on learning experiences, ME Elecmetal works to build lasting relationships with the communities where it operates—helping shape the future of mining and manufacturing by investing in the people who power it
About ME Elecmetal
ME Elecmetal is a leading global supplier and strategic partner for the mineral processing, aggregate, construction, and recycling industries. Known for its commitment to innovation, technology, and continuous improvement, ME Elecmetal delivers sustainable solutions that help customers improve safety, reliability, performance, and operational efficiency.
With a comprehensive portfolio of products and services—including grinding media, mill liners, crusher liners, and large specialty castings—ME Elecmetal supports crusher operators, mineral processors, and industrial customers around the world.
The company operates state-of-the-art metallurgical plants strategically located across Chile, the United States, Peru, China, South Africa, Indonesia, and Zambia, with commercial presence in more than 40 countries. Through its global manufacturing footprint, technical expertise, and commitment to integral solutions, ME Elecmetal continues to serve critical industries with products and services designed to optimize operations and support long-term customer success.
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