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HFO Chicago HFO Chicago is your authorized distributor for Haas Automation in Northern Illinois and Indiana

Haas Factory Outlet - A Division of Midwest Machinery Resources, LLC (HFO/Chicago) is the exclusive distributor of Haas CNC machine tools and rotary products in Northern, IL and Indiana.

06/26/2025

THROWBACK THURSDAY - Pat Foreman established his job shop, Old Boys Industries in his parents’ garage with a Haas Super Mini Mill shortly after completing a course at Lorain County Community College.

Learn how Pat Foreman grew Old Boys Industries into a successful job shop and what inspired him to develop the Probe Halo for machinists and CNC machine operators. Spoiler Alert.. it has something to do with fat thumbing g-code!

Follow us, HFO Chicago, for more stories from entrepreneurial job shop owners like Pat Foreman, who have established and grown their companies with CNC machine tool technology from Haas Automation, Inc.

06/11/2025

Demo day is in full swing come cheek us out walk-ins are always welcomed! Come check out the latest in Haas Technology! Doors will be open until 5:00pm lunch will be served most of the afternoon! 🇺🇸🦾

⭐️We hope to see you here!

06/06/2025

Experience the power and precision of Haas machines firsthand! We're showcasing our latest Fiber Lasers and the cutting-edge RPL on the UMC-500SS, and so much more! Come check out the latest in Haas technology June 11th! 🔥

📅 Date: June 11, 2025
📍 Location: 316 N. Mt. Zion Rd Lebanon, IN 46052

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the experts, see live demos, and get your questions answered! 🤖✨

👉 Sign up today to secure your spot: https://hubs.li/Q03r7F7p0

🎉 Huge congratulations to Kathy Looman and Gene Haas Foundation for receiving the prestigious Founders Award at this yea...
04/24/2025

🎉 Huge congratulations to Kathy Looman and Gene Haas Foundation for receiving the prestigious Founders Award at this year’s FIRST Robotics Championship! Your unwavering commitment to STEM education and manufacturing innovation continues to inspire the next generation of creators and problem solvers.

👏 And an equally massive shoutout to the Lafayette-based FIRST Team 4272: Maverick Robotics for bringing home the Championship win!

We support a future driven by passion, engineering excellence, and bold innovation.

Haas Automation, Inc., Engineers For a Sustainable World Purdue, Conexus Indiana

Turning the page to a new year of precision, innovation, and cutting-edge technology in the machining world. Here's to m...
01/01/2025

Turning the page to a new year of precision, innovation, and cutting-edge technology in the machining world. Here's to mastering the craft, pushing boundaries, and creating the future—one part at a time. 🛠️✨

As we reflect on another incredible year of innovation, precision, and partnership, we thank our amazing customers, part...
12/25/2024

As we reflect on another incredible year of innovation, precision, and partnership, we thank our amazing customers, partners, and team members for making it all possible. Your trust and collaboration continue to drive us forward.🌟

May your holidays be filled with joy, peace, and time to recharge for an even more successful 2024! Together, we’ll continue to build the future—one part at a time. 💡🔧

Here’s to a season of rest, renewal, and reaching new heights in the coming year! 🎉🎄🎅

12/04/2024

Get ready for a sneak peek into our PRI demo! See a fully machined rock crawler wheel created on our ST-15Y and DC-1 machines! 🌟 Some lucky attendees will have the chance to take one home! 🎉

Join us at PRI, December 12th-14th, at booth #5601. Don't miss out on the wheel giveaways—drawings will be at 1 PM and 4 PM each day!

Be sure to stop by and check out the precision of Haas Automation, Inc. 🔧

Special edition Haas CNC lathe expected to fetch over $6 Million at auction 😂We title it, “The Art of Machining”As manuf...
11/26/2024

Special edition Haas CNC lathe expected to fetch over $6 Million at auction 😂

We title it, “The Art of Machining”

As manufacturers, we’ve always known the power of duck tape, but never imagined when used to hold a banana, it would be considered prized art 🍌. So we’re taking art to the next level with this 1 of 1, Haas ST-28Y CNC lathe with a banana duck taped to the sheet metal as shown here with Phil Haming (Left) and Lou Santoro (Right) of HFO Midwest

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And if you aren’t aware, artist Mauricio Cattelan’s creation titled “Comedian,” first sold for $120,000 in 2019. Then the banana duck taped to a wall went up for auction in New York City this month and fetched $6.2 Million 🍌

11/18/2024

CASE STUDY | With a fleet of Haas machines from small to large, from mills to lathes Quest 7 utilizes all of these to customize and manufacture knives for the corrugated boxing industry. With the utilization of their newest addition of their two Haas Super Mini Mills primarily for the smaller footprint that Super Mini Mills provide, they have moved from a single setup and one spindle to having two spindles moving at the same time and decreasing the lead time of their orders.

In this INSIDER Jason Johnson, the production manager for Quest 7 takes us through how they produce their knives for the corrugated boxing industry. Johnson walks us through how almost every machine touches their parts and with the small footprint of the Haas Super Mini Mill they have been able to increase the number of spindles on their shop floor to push out more parts and decrease their lead time. Jake Armstrong, the Director of Operations, walks us through the customization of the corrugated boxing industry and how they produce thousands of customizable parts to meet the customers' needs and service through the help of Haas

11/02/2024

CASE STUDY | Classic yacht reconstruction meets modern machining, Langerman Design a Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering helps those reconstruct classic yachts. By manufacturing authentic pieces of classic yachts and modern classic yachts, Langerman can produce custom parts for their customers with the help of their Haas VF-3 and ST-30Y. By offering bespoke solutions tailored to the unique needs of each yacht, Langerman Design not only preserves the charm of classic vessels but also enhances their performance and longevity. Their work embodies a deep respect for maritime heritage while embracing the advancements of contemporary engineering, making them a go-to resource for yacht owners and restorers alike.

In this INSIDER, Adam Langerman reveals the inspiration behind opening their state-of-the-art machine shop to support the naval architecture community—a passion woven into their founder’s life for generations. Drawing on century-old techniques and craftsmanship, they are dedicated to preserving traditional methods while enhancing them through the latest advancements in technology. This unique blend of heritage and innovation allows Langerman Design to elevate the standards of yacht construction and restoration, ensuring that timeless craftsmanship meets modern precision in every project.

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165 N Lively Boulevard
Elk Grove Village, IL
60007

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+18472582850

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