Remarkable People. Remarkable Results.

Since 1879

What We Do

Large Iron Casting

On-site. We specialize in large iron casting in the 500 lb - 20,000 lb range, for 5 generations. 

Pattern Making

On-site. Patterns ultimately determine the shape and dimensional accuracy of the casting and contribute to iron integrity.

Machining

On-site. We simplify the casting process by providing castings machined on-site and sourced through our trusted supplier partners.

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Why Choose Us?

Single Source Accountability

While many foundries offer a range of abilities, few offer the full array of services on-site. We provide complete on-site pattern, casting, machining, testing, and assembly capabilities. The synergy of remarkable people, processes, and all services under one roof, give our clients’ all the benefits of single source accountability.

5 Generations

We are a 5th generation foundry-centered manufacturer and truly integrated supplier. We’ve learned the importance of listening to our clients’ needs and developing strong relationships built on exceptional communication.

Remarkable People

We encourage and develop our employees to be involved and empowered, inspiring them to turn plans into action. From engineers and manufacturing specialists to accounts payable and customer advocates. Our people are remarkable.

Why The C.A. Lawton Co.?

Our Commitment To Quality

We are continually raising our standards

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In 2010, The C.A. Lawton Co. obtained its first ISO 9001 certification. The ISO 9001 certification is based on a number of quality management principles including a strong customer focus, the motivation of the employees, the process approach and continual improvement. We continually work to earn the latest ISO certifications as this helps us ensure that our customers get consistent, high quality products and services.
 

See our latest ISO:2015 certificate here

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The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, which specifies requirements for the design, manufacture, inspection and testing of pressure vessels, is the most recognized construction code. ASME is known globally and sets the standard for both the quality of products and the quality of manufacturers adhering to its procedures.

We are registered with the National Board for our production of ASME pressure vessels.

Manufacturing pressure vessels that operate safely in end-use applications is a big responsibility. For us to produce ASME ductile iron pressure vessels, structural integrity throughout the casting, which requires consistent processes and adhering to the strict procedural requirements, is paramount. Producing ASME ductile iron pressure vessels is a unique capability and one that is only shared with a few iron foundries in North America.

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Our environmental and community goals go beyond simply meeting regulatory requirements. We integrate these goals with our strategic and economic objectives – focusing on future sustainability. Our corporate values uphold our commitment to sound stewardship with suppliers, employees, and customers. When planning for the future, we utilize an environmental management system, which facilitates the measurement of potential ecological impact of our actions. We seek to reduce waste, re-use or recycle materials, and select and use materials from suppliers that are environmentally aware in their business activities and minimize energy consumption. We believe responsibility goes beyond the organization into the community and into the environment, so we educate our employees about good environmental practices at home and in the workplace.

We are a participant in the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Green Tier program and a member of the Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council’s Green Masters Program. Over the last year, we has improved performance in each of the nine sustainability areas designated by the Green Masters Program.

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Our environmental and community goals go beyond simply meeting regulatory requirements. We integrate these goals with our strategic and economic objectives – focusing on future sustainability. Our corporate values uphold our commitment to sound stewardship with suppliers, employees, and customers. When planning for the future, we utilize an environmental management system, which facilitates the measurement of potential ecological impact of our actions. We seek to reduce waste, re-use or recycle materials, and select and use materials from suppliers that are environmentally aware in their business activities and minimize energy consumption. We believe responsibility goes beyond the organization into the community and into the environment, so we educate our employees about good environmental practices at home and in the workplace.

We are a participant in the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Green Tier program and a member of the Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council’s Green Masters Program. Over the last year, we has improved performance in each of the nine sustainability areas designated by the Green Masters Program.

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Leadership Team

Alex Lawton

Alex W. Lawton

CEO
920-983-4076
Barry Adamski - COO

Barry Adamski

President & Lean Expert
920-412-8772
Ron Baus - Director of Project Management

Ron Baus

Director of Project Management
920-983-4169

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We are Lawton

January 24, 2020
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What is the process for designing a pattern?

January 22, 2020

At The C.A. Lawton Co., the design review process begins when the customer reviews the required casting shape with our casting engineer. This consists of drawings or models of a casting-friendly pattern and one or more core boxes to produce the highest quality casting. Technical discussions typically include tolerances required, allowable machine stock, machined and…

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The C.A. Lawton Company & Temperform combine to better serve customers

January 15, 2020

The C.A. Lawton Company (De Pere, WI) has merged with Temperform (Novi, MI) as part of a long-term acquisition and expansion strategy. They are creating a new specialty metals platform that will better position both companies for growth in the industry. This merger will allow each company access to the other’s products and enhance value-added…

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The C.A. Lawton Co. is pleased to announce the promotion of RJ Hawkins to the position of Engineering Manager

January 13, 2020

RJ joined Lawton in 2018 and brings 13 years of experience in the foundry industry in various roles such as engineering, sales, and management.  RJ has a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Lamar University in Beaumont, TX. He started his foundry career at Luftkin Industries in Luftkin, Texas.  President of Lawton, Barry…

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C.A. Lawton Co. Seeks Tier 2 Status in Wisconsin’s Green Tier Program

December 4, 2019

*The following was originally published here: https://dnr.wi.gov/news/releases/article/?id=4974 DE PERE, Wis. – The C.A. Lawton Co. (Calco) is an applicant for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources’ Green Tier program as a Tier 2 participant. The 140-year-old company has been a Tier 1 participant since 2013 but wants to advance to Tier 2, enabling them to negotiate…

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5 challenges facing Wisconsin manufacturers

October 23, 2019

This article from the St. Norbert College newsletter highlights five challenges that Wisconsin manufacturers are likely to face in the years ahead. It features the expert opinion of Marc Schaffer, associate professor of economics at the Donald J. Schneider School of Business and Economics at St. Norbert College, whose thinking closely parallels that of Lawton’s…

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Two women reflect on working in the Lawton foundry

August 2, 2019

For much of its long history, the metalcasting industry has been dominated by men. This has also been the case at Lawton – until recently. Now we have two strong women working in the foundry. We recently sat down with them to learn about their remarkable experiences at Lawton. First, meet Dani. She is 21…

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The history of Lean – part 2

July 17, 2019

Since the 1400s, innovators like Jean Baptiste Vaquette de Gribeauval, Honoré Blanc and Eli Whitney have developed new ways to eliminate waste in manufacturing. By reducing waste, processes become Lean and manufacturers are able to meet and sustain higher quality standards more safely and efficiently. Although Whitney, Ford, and Toyota are commonly credited for the…

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