From its Erie headquarters, Eriez Magnetics oversees nine manufacturing affiliates around the world in major international markets. Eriez manufacturers and markets a full line of Magnetic Separators, Lifting Magnets, Inspection Equipment, as well as Vibratory Feeders and Conveyors to serve the Food, Chemical, Plastics, Resource Recovery, Rubber, Glass and Metalworking industries, to name only a few.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Founded in Erie in 1942
What is your primary product or service?
Magnetic Separators for the Food industry.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
In 1941, Orange Fowler Merwin, or "O.F." as he was known, sold equipment to grain millers. Among the most common complaints heard from his customers were about "tramp iron" - stray pieces of metal, such as bits of wire, nails and bolts, even horseshoes and hammers, that somehow found their way into the grain the farmers brought to the mills for grinding. Merwin investigated a new magnetic alloy called "alnico" (a combination of aluminum, nickel, cobalt and iron), which possessed exceptional magnetic qualities, including peak magnetic strength up to 30 times that of cobalt steel. He devised a permanent magnetic separator in 1942, sold it to a grain miller and the company was on its way
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Eriez has the most knowledgeable staff, the broadest product lines and the best global manufacturing coverage of all companies that offer similar products.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Eriez has 10 manufacturing plants and a number of licencees, from which products are built and shipped.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Eriez' Headquarters plant is located adjacent to the Erie Internaitonal Airport and can be located at http://maps.google.com/maps?li=d&hl=en&f=d&iwstate1=form:to&daddr=2200+Asbury+Rd,+Erie,+PA+16506+(Eriez+Manufacturing+Co)+%4042.075205,-80.184162&iwloc=1
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, Credit Card and Company Check
Which areas do you service?
Worldwide
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Eriez Magnetics is privately held.
What are your hours of operation?
Normal business hours are 8:00 to 4:30 Monday through Friday.