FZE Manufacturing Solutions, LLC.

10/30/2026

🏭🏈 — Manufacturing Jobs: The Numbers Are BIG!

As we wrap up National Manufacturing Month, let’s talk jobs! Did you know just how big manufacturing is when you measure it in Lambeau Fields? 💚💛

🏈 580,000 JOB OPENINGS!

The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) reported approximately 580,000 manufacturing job openings as of July 2026. That's enough people to fill Lambeau Field about 7 times!

🏈 12.6 MILLION+ MANUFACTURING WORKERS!

More than 12.6 million Americans work in manufacturing. That's enough people to fill Lambeau Field more than 155 times!

🏈 3.8 MILLION MORE JOBS?

An estimated 3.8 million manufacturing jobs will need to be filled by 2033. That's equivalent to filling Lambeau Field about 47 times!

Manufacturing is a BIG part of America's workforce, and its future needs talented people ready to build, create, and innovate.

FZE is proud to be part of American manufacturing right here in Wisconsin!



Mary Ann Cheryl Benko Trent Pritchard Darlene Anderson Pribyl

10/29/2026

Manufacturing Is More Than Making Things!

💡 Manufacturing accounts for more than half of all private-sector research and development (R&D) spending in the United States!

That means manufacturers aren't just making products—they're helping invent the future.

Here are a few things you might not realize:

🤖 Innovation in Action: Manufacturing drives advancements in robotics, aerospace, medical devices, and advanced materials.

⚙️ Behind-the-Scenes Breakthroughs: Precision machining, automation, and quality improvements make products safer, better, and more reliable.

🧠 People Make It Happen: Engineers, machinists, programmers, and technicians turn ideas into real-world solutions every day.

🌎 All Around Us: Manufacturing innovations impact nearly everything, from the vehicles we drive and electronics we use to the medical care we receive.

At FZE, we know manufacturing takes more than machines. It takes problem-solving, precision, creativity, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Manufacturing isn't just about making things. It's about making things better!



Mary Ann Cheryl Benko Trent Pritchard Tammy Koepke Darlene Anderson Pribyl

10/28/2026

🔧 — Wow, That’s Fantastic!

👀 Last week, we showed you the space where two machines once stood and promised to share what happened to them.

Well, here’s part of the story! 🏭

Our old Lynx machine was deconstructed, and its parts are finding new purposes!

♻️ Parts we can reuse have been set aside or are being integrated into other operations. Some pieces have been sold. The rest? As you’ll see in our short video, we’ve hauled it away for responsible recycling.

🔄 One machine, many parts, and a new chapter for the space it once occupied!
But remember, there were TWO machines! 👀

🚀 Stay tuned! There’s still more to share about what happened and what’s next at FZE!



Mary Ann Cheryl Benko Trent Pritchard Tammy Koepke Darlene Anderson Pribyl

10/27/2026

🤖 Manufacturing Month: Technology & Innovation

🏭 Manufacturing has come a long way!

Did you know the first industrial robot, Unimate, began working in a manufacturing plant in 1961? It helped pave the way for the automation we see in factories today.

💰 Did you know? The global industrial robotics market was valued at approximately $19.9 billion in 2024, reflecting the growing role of robotics in modern manufacturing.

⚙️ Today's factories combine robotics, CNC machining, artificial intelligence, sensors, and real-time production data to improve quality, efficiency, and productivity.

🤖 Meet Mike! One of our collaborative robots at FZE Manufacturing Solutions LLC!
▶️ Watch Mike in action!
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/BtMMDGnB1rM?t=22&feature=share

While technology continues to advance, skilled people remain at the heart of manufacturing. Programming, engineering, maintenance, quality control, and problem-solving are essential to making it all work.

🔩 This Manufacturing Month, we're celebrating the technology that moves manufacturing forward—and the people who make it happen!

🤝 Looking for a manufacturing partner? Let's collaborate! Contact FZE to discuss your project and explore how we can work together.

📞 (920) 921-4084
🌐 https://fzemanufacturing.com/contact-us/



Mary Ann Cheryl Benko Trent Pritchard Tammy Koepke Darlene Anderson Pribyl

Using a Colabarative Robot to remove parts from sub spindle to avoi...

10/26/2026

- 🗽140 years standing in New York Harbor

Most people see the Statue of Liberty as a symbol of freedom.
At FZE, we also see an incredible feat of metalworking and engineering.

This Wednesday is the 140th anniversary of Lady Liberty's dedication on October 28, 1886. She was a gift from France to the United States, celebrating the friendship between the two nations, the ideals of liberty and democracy, & the abolition of slavery following the American Civil War.

What else makes this monument impressive?

💡 Inspired by Édouard de Laboulaye, a French historian who in 1865 proposed the idea of gifting a monument from France to the United States to honor liberty & the enduring friendship between our two nations.

🖼️ Formed by French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi whose vision & design became the Statue of Liberty we know today.

🔩 An innovative iron and steel framework engineered by Gustave Eiffel

🪙 Hundreds of hand-shaped copper sheets forming her exterior

🚢 Fabricated in France, shipped across the Atlantic in hundreds of pieces, and expertly reassembled in New York Harbor

🏗️ A masterpiece of design, fabrication, transportation, and construction that has stood strong for 140 years

The Statue of Liberty, look beyond the symbol. Appreciate the skilled metalworkers, engineers, & craftspeople whose work transformed raw metal into one of the world's most recognizable landmarks.

Now that's a MetalMonday masterpiece.

🎥 Enjoy the attached video about the installing of Lady Liberty.

https://youtu.be/ZJcPAmY6vsI?t=108



Mary Ann Cheryl Benko Trent Pritchard Darlene Anderson Pribyl

Statue of Liberty, American History, Construction MethodsIn the au...

10/23/2026

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Since October is National Manufacturing Month, today we're celebrating some of the incredible products that manufacturers create every day!

🖍️ Crayons: Around the World in Color!
Crayola makes nearly 3 billion crayons every year. Enough to circle the Earth about 6 times!

🧱 LEGO Bricks: Precision Smaller Than a Hair!
LEGO molds are manufactured with tolerances as small as five microns (0.005 mm), smaller than the width of a human hair.

🍫 A Sweet Production Line!
Hershey's Kisses productions have been reported at roughly 70 million Kisses per day. That's enough chocolate to stretch farther than the distance from Earth to the Moon, every day!

🍪 One Giant Cookie Trail!
The number of OREO cookies produced annually has been estimated to be enough to circle the Earth five times if laid end to end.

🤔 Think about it!!
Behind every product is a story of innovation, precision, and collaboration.

As you can see, FZE enjoys the dynamics of manufacturing.
Have a wonderful weekend!



Mary Ann Cheryl Benko Trent Pritchard Darlene Anderson Pribyl

10/22/2026

📦 Made in America. Shipped to the World.

🌎 The world is buying more manufactured goods than ever before.

✅ U.S. manufactured exports have grown nearly 3X since 2002
✅ U.S. manufacturing exports topped $1.7 trillion in 2025
✅ Foreign investment in U.S. manufacturing reached a record $2.5 trillion
✅ Global manufactured goods trade is approaching $16 trillion

These numbers tell a bigger story: demand for high-quality American-made products remains strong, and manufacturers continue to drive innovation, create jobs, and fuel economic growth.

As global trade expands, manufacturers of all sizes play a critical role in keeping supply chains moving and delivering products to customers around the world.

🔹 FZE Manufacturing Solutions is proud to be part of the American manufacturing story.

🔹Small Manufacturers. Big Impact.🔹



Mary Ann Cheryl Benko Trent Pritchard Darlene Anderson Pribyl

10/21/2026

🔧 — Wow! That’s Fantastic!

Changes are afoot!

🏭 Manufacturing is always evolving. New ideas, changing needs, and advancing technology keep things moving! FZE is no exception.

Remember the machine we showed you in September as it was being deconstructed?

This is the space where that machine — and a second machine — once stood. Now, there’s room for something new!

🔄 Change is part of progress, and we’re not standing still.

Two machines are gone. An empty space remains. What’s next at FZE? 👀

Stay tuned! We’ll share what happened to those two machines and what we're planning for this space. More to come! 🚀



Mary Ann Cheryl Benko Trent Pritchard Pribyl

10/20/2026

🏭 Manufacturing Month: Small Companies, Massive Impact

When people think of manufacturing, they often picture massive factories. But the reality is that most U.S. manufacturers are small businesses.

📊 Small manufacturers make a big impact:

✅ Nearly 98% have fewer than 500 employees
✅ 93.1% have fewer than 100 employees
✅ Around 75% have fewer than 20 employees

While large manufacturers account for most industry employment, it's clear that small manufacturers are the backbone of American manufacturing.

These businesses power innovation, support local jobs, and provide the specialized expertise that keeps supply chains moving.

FZE Manufacturing Solutions, is proud to contribute to this powerhouse industry and support our customers with quality-driven manufacturing solutions they can rely on.

🤝 Have a project or manufacturing challenge? Let's talk! Contact FZE to explore how we can work together.

📞 (920) 921-4084
🌐 [email protected]



Mary Ann Cheryl Benko Trent Pritchard Pribyl

10/19/2026

🔩 — That’s a LOT of Metal in That Combine! 🌾

October is not only Manufacturing Month, It’s also a busy time for Wisconsin agriculture as farmers work to bring in the fall harvest.

Ever look at a combine and think about just how much metal goes into building one?

Behind that massive machine are countless metal components designed to work together in demanding conditions.

At FZE, we manufacture precision-machined parts for agricultural equipment, helping support the machines that keep farming operations moving.

And as harvest season puts more farm equipment on Wisconsin roads, remember that safety is everyone’s responsibility. Respect those who grow our food.

🚗 Share the road. Be patient. Slow down. They aren't traveling far. It won't take much time. Give farm equipment lots of room. Large agricultural vehicles move slowly, may need extra space to turn, and can be difficult to pass safely.

Wisconsin State Patrol reported 2,053 crashes involving farm vehicles over the past five years, resulting in 650 injuries and 28 fatalities. October is the peak month for these crashes.

Help spread the word: Share the road with farm equipment this harvest season!



Mary Ann Cheryl Benko Trent Pritchard Pribyl