Environment, health, and safety (EHS)
Sustainability Series: Recycled Foundry Sand
One of the main components required to produce a casting is the sand used to make the mold. In fact, industry estimates that approximately 100 million tons of sand are used in production annually. Of that, four to seven million tons are discarded and are available to be used in other manufacturing practices and industries.…
Read MoreIn the midst of challenges, we face exceptional opportunities
During the last year, our industry has faced a whirlwind of challenges and opportunities. But rather than being buffeted by them, we have decided to face them head-on. Here’s what we’re up against, and how we’re proactively responding. For example, the last several years have shown us that the global supply chain is more fragile…
Read MoreLawton’s All Employee Training 2020
The C.A. Lawton Co. held its annual training day on Friday, March 6, 2020. This training day is an opportunity for the company to update all employees on required safety and environmental issues as well as provide other specialized instruction. The training day is a focused, full day event. Each employee was scheduled to participate…
Read MoreLife during COVID-19
Lawton has instituted new safety precautions and changes to minimize social contact amid the coronavirus pandemic. Social distance is being practiced by the employees who have to be in the building. Everyone who enters is required to wear respirators and masks. During meetings of on-site personnel, respirators and social distancing are practiced. Visitors need appointments…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Update
4/15/20 – A reminder that The C.A. Lawton Co. will be closed for our 2nd shutdown the week of April 26 through May 2, 2020, due to the issues resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. This is our continued effort to protect our most valued asset – our people. 4/3/20 – A reminder that The C.A.…
Read MoreCOVID Updates
4/3/20 – A reminder that The C.A. Lawton Co. will be closed the week of April 5-11 due to the issues resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. 4/1/20 – Today, our employees are at risk due to COVID-19. As I discussed in our letter last week, we are choosing to do a 1-week soft shutdown (melt…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Updates
4/1/20 – Today, our employees are at risk due to COVID-19. As I discussed in our letter last week, we are choosing to do a 1-week soft shutdown (melt deck only) this week and a 1-week full shut down next week (4/6/20-4/10/20). This is to promote the health of our employees and maybe prevent or…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Updates
3/24/20 – Today, the Governor of the State of Wisconsin issued a “Safer at Home” order which enacts restrictions to our state. The C.A. Lawton Co. has chosen to enact a limited shutdown in response to the pandemic. These actions are aimed at protecting the health of our vital workforce by lessening the curve of…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Update
We wanted to let our clients and supporters know that we are here! We are taking precautions but plan to continue operating unless it is no longer safe to do so. Lawton is monitoring the situation daily. We are currently limiting outside access to our facilities in order to protect the health of all persons. If…
Read MoreLawton looks good in green
At The C.A. Lawton Co., we take green seriously – so much so that we integrate it into our strategic and economic objectives. When we plan for the future, we use an environmental management system, which enables us to measure the estimated ecological impact of our actions. We seek to reduce waste, re-use or recycle…
Read MoreGood Catches: The Cornerstone of Lawton’s Remarkable Safety Culture
Toolbox talks bring safety to life at Lawton
