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Metalmite Meets with Luther Elliss
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New Metalmite Team Member
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Metalmite Sponsors Summer Concerts
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Metalmite Helps Refinish "Big Red Barn"
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Metalmite Contributes to Formula One Racing
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Metalmite Donates Time & Materials
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Metalmite Sponsors Robotics Team
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Metalmite Owner Meets with President
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Metalmite Embraces "Green"
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Metalmite Goes Medical
October 2009
Metalmite has recently hired staff that has medical experience, they have made everything from surgical tools, medical device’s, and specialized cancer treatment tools, to coat racks, Stryker gurney repairs, and wall fixtures for the Hospital. Beaumont was faced with the difficult decision to close down their machine shop along with letting go 350 employee’s this month due to the economy.
Metalmite is happy to continue to work for the local hospitals and also extend their services to medical facilities as well. Metalmite is already ISO 9001:2008 Registered, and is looking into FDA and Mil-STD-45208A compliancy. They are also exploring ISO 13485:2003, which is a medical devices standard not a product standard but a process standard based on ISO 9001:2008. It is organized in the same way, uses the same numbering and most of the requirements are taken directly from ISO 9000:2000. However, since ISO 13485 is about medical devices there are requirements specific to this industry. ISO 13485:2003 demonstrates our ability to supply medical devices and related services that meet customer expectations and complies with regulatory requirements. Metalmite is the Medical Machine Shop of choice for Oakland County Michigan.
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Metalmite Goes Medical
October 2009
Metalmite has recently hired staff that has medical experience, they have made everything from surgical tools, medical device’s, and specialized cancer treatment tools, to coat racks, Stryker gurney repairs, and wall fixtures for the Hospital. Beaumont was faced with the difficult decision to close down their machine shop along with letting go 350 employee’s this month due to the economy.
Metalmite is happy to continue to work for the local hospitals and also extend their services to medical facilities as well. Metalmite is already ISO 9001:2008 Registered, and is looking into FDA and Mil-STD-45208A compliancy. They are also exploring ISO 13485:2003, which is a medical devices standard not a product standard but a process standard based on ISO 9001:2008. It is organized in the same way, uses the same numbering and most of the requirements are taken directly from ISO 9000:2000. However, since ISO 13485 is about medical devices there are requirements specific to this industry. ISO 13485:2003 demonstrates our ability to supply medical devices and related services that meet customer expectations and complies with regulatory requirements. Metalmite is the Medical Machine Shop of choice for Oakland County Michigan.
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Metalmite and Luther Elliss
July 2009
Mike and Tom Gendich welcomed Luther Elliss to Metalmite this month for a meeting about military manufacturing work. Luther has been pursuing a minority status, called 8A, whereby the Department of Defense has set aside programs for manufacturing facilities owned by a minority. Luther Elliss is a former American football defensive tackle in the National Football League. He played for the Detroit Lions for 8 seasons. He then played for the Denver Broncos for one season, before retiring in 2004. In his time in the NFL, he was a two time Pro Bowler after the 1999 and 2000 seasons. His nickname during his time in Detroit was “Pass Rushing Luther”. Elliss was selected first team All Western Athletic Conference defensive lineman from 1992-1994 at the University of Utah Utes. In 1994, he was selected Western Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Year,was also named All American, and is currently a member of their Hall of Fame. Luther’s interest in manufacturing started a few years ago as he and good friend General Mark Lott began to talk about the need for good manufacturing in the defense world.
Luther became aware of Metalmite through some various sources and was interested in finding out what they were all about. Luther toured the facility and is seen in the attached picture holding a military bracket with Mike Gendich at his side. At the meeting Mike commented that it was a good thing Luther has a high mechanical aptitude because it is an essential requirement in any aspect of the manufacturing process. The meeting was a wonderful experience for all parties involved and we will see where the future takes the association that was founded.
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Metalmite and Luther Elliss
July 2009
Mike and Tom Gendich welcomed Luther Elliss to Metalmite this month for a meeting about military manufacturing work. Luther has been pursuing a minority status, called 8A, whereby the Department of Defense has set aside programs for manufacturing facilities owned by a minority. Luther Elliss is a former American football defensive tackle in the National Football League. He played for the Detroit Lions for 8 seasons. He then played for the Denver Broncos for one season, before retiring in 2004. In his time in the NFL, he was a two time Pro Bowler after the 1999 and 2000 seasons. His nickname during his time in Detroit was “Pass Rushing Luther”. Elliss was selected first team All Western Athletic Conference defensive lineman from 1992-1994 at the University of Utah Utes. In 1994, he was selected Western Athletic Conference Defensive Player of the Year,was also named All American, and is currently a member of their Hall of Fame. Luther’s interest in manufacturing started a few years ago as he and good friend General Mark Lott began to talk about the need for good manufacturing in the defense world.
Luther became aware of Metalmite through some various sources and was interested in finding out what they were all about. Luther toured the facility and is seen in the attached picture holding a military bracket with Mike Gendich at his side. At the meeting Mike commented that it was a good thing Luther has a high mechanical aptitude because it is an essential requirement in any aspect of the manufacturing process. The meeting was a wonderful experience for all parties involved and we will see where the future takes the association that was founded.
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Bill Clark Joins the Metalmite Team
July 2009
Bill Clark, owner and operator of Machine Tool Services, Inc, has recently joined the team at Metalmite Corporation where his expertise will fit in perfectly. For nearly 43 years Machine Tool Services, Inc served the community as a leader in gear, gear rack and spline shaft manufacturing. Mike Gendich and Bill Clark were good friends for many years and when Bill decided he wanted to join forces, Metalmite was excited to have him aboard. Bill has already brought some customers with him to Metalmite so they too can experience the speed and savings of the 5 axis and 6 axis CNC machinery, as well as the state of the art grinding equipment. Just as Bill has found a place for his unique skill set, Metalmite has found great pleasure in welcoming Bill to the company.
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Bill Clark Joins the Metalmite Team
July 2009
Bill Clark, owner and operator of Machine Tool Services, Inc, has recently joined the team at Metalmite Corporation where his expertise will fit in perfectly. For nearly 43 years Machine Tool Services, Inc served the community as a leader in gear, gear rack and spline shaft manufacturing. Mike Gendich and Bill Clark were good friends for many years and when Bill decided he wanted to join forces, Metalmite was excited to have him aboard. Bill has already brought some customers with him to Metalmite so they too can experience the speed and savings of the 5 axis and 6 axis CNC machinery, as well as the state of the art grinding equipment. Just as Bill has found a place for his unique skill set, Metalmite has found great pleasure in welcoming Bill to the company.
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Metalmite Refurbishes Equipment for Summer Concert Series in Downtown Rochester
June 11, 2009
Metalmite was contacted by the Rochester Kiwanis Club to help refurbish or replace some aluminum panels in the Rochester Park for their sound stage. The Kiwanis Club of Rochester has proudly presented the “Music in the Park” on Thursday nights in the park during the summer for over 20 years. Recently the club noticed that the aluminum panels that act as sound walls for the musicians needed some attention, so they called Mike Gendich of Metalmite for advice. Mike promptly met them at the park and made a plan to fix or replace every panel that needed attention. Metalmite was happy to help the community and donated all the time and material that was needed for the project. Just another way that Metalmite has stayed active in the community and is willing to help where needed.
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Metalmite Refurbishes Equipment for Summer Concert Series in Downtown Rochester
June 11, 2009
Metalmite was contacted by the Rochester Kiwanis Club to help refurbish or replace some aluminum panels in the Rochester Park for their sound stage. The Kiwanis Club of Rochester has proudly presented the “Music in the Park” on Thursday nights in the park during the summer for over 20 years. Recently the club noticed that the aluminum panels that act as sound walls for the musicians needed some attention, so they called Mike Gendich of Metalmite for advice. Mike promptly met them at the park and made a plan to fix or replace every panel that needed attention. Metalmite was happy to help the community and donated all the time and material that was needed for the project. Just another way that Metalmite has stayed active in the community and is willing to help where needed.
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Metalmite Corporation Contributes to Restoration of Rochester Landmark
June 6, 2009
When the Historical Society of Rochester and the Rochester Fire Department teamed up with the Rochester Lions Club to refinish the “Big Red Barn” in downtown Rochester, Metalmite was right there to donate helpers and material as needed. The Rochester Elevator has been a trademark in Downtown Rochester for over 100 years, and recently the old building needed a little paint to make it shine. The active organizations in Downtown Rochester were more than willing to make a conglumerate effort to see that happen.
Metalmite Corporation, which has been located at the same address off Second Street and Elizabeth since 1968, was one of the first to respond to the call to action by the Rochester Historical Society. the Rochester Fire Department cooked the Hot Dogs for the volunteer’s, the Rochester Lions Club donated their Hot Dog and Ice Cream Truck, and Metalmite offered the workers and the materials needed for the food. As you can see from the picture, that barn is shining once again! |
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Metalmite Corporation Contributes to Restoration of Rochester Landmark
June 6, 2009
When the Historical Society of Rochester and the Rochester Fire Department teamed up with the Rochester Lions Club to refinish the “Big Red Barn” in downtown Rochester, Metalmite was right there to donate helpers and material as needed. The Rochester Elevator has been a trademark in Downtown Rochester for over 100 years, and recently the old building needed a little paint to make it shine. The active organizations in Downtown Rochester were more than willing to make a conglumerate effort to see that happen.
Metalmite Corporation, which has been located at the same address off Second Street and Elizabeth since 1968, was one of the first to respond to the call to action by the Rochester Historical Society. the Rochester Fire Department cooked the Hot Dogs for the volunteer’s, the Rochester Lions Club donated their Hot Dog and Ice Cream Truck, and Metalmite offered the workers and the materials needed for the food. As you can see from the picture, that barn is shining once again! |
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Lawrence Tech Formula One Car
May 2008
Every year for the last 8 years Metalmite Corporation and Lawrence Tech have teamed up tp build a Formula SAE racecar. The Formula SAE® competition challenges about 120 student teams from colleges and universities throughout the world to conceive, design, fabricate, and race a small, formula-style, autocross racing car. For purposes of the competition, students are asked to assume that a manufacturing firm has engaged them to produce a prototype car for evaluation as a production vehicle. This is where Metalmite Corporation has come in and helped the students figure out the cost of machining, ways to reduce cost through design, and how to make a part stronger with better materials. Metalmite gives a 60% discount off the regular shop rate and donate’s all the time required to coach the students through the process.
The final product is then taken to the competition, where it is critiqued by experienced judges and compared to other cars entered. Each entry must undergo a technical inspection and solo performance and high-performance endurance track trials in acceleration, skidpad, autocross, fuel economy, and endurance. Judges also consider each team’s presentation and engineering design, taking into account their problem-solving skills, innovative thinking, and teamwork.
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Lawrence Tech Formula One Car
May 2008
Every year for the last 8 years Metalmite Corporation and Lawrence Tech have teamed up tp build a Formula SAE racecar. The Formula SAE® competition challenges about 120 student teams from colleges and universities throughout the world to conceive, design, fabricate, and race a small, formula-style, autocross racing car. For purposes of the competition, students are asked to assume that a manufacturing firm has engaged them to produce a prototype car for evaluation as a production vehicle. This is where Metalmite Corporation has come in and helped the students figure out the cost of machining, ways to reduce cost through design, and how to make a part stronger with better materials. Metalmite gives a 60% discount off the regular shop rate and donate’s all the time required to coach the students through the process.
The final product is then taken to the competition, where it is critiqued by experienced judges and compared to other cars entered. Each entry must undergo a technical inspection and solo performance and high-performance endurance track trials in acceleration, skidpad, autocross, fuel economy, and endurance. Judges also consider each team’s presentation and engineering design, taking into account their problem-solving skills, innovative thinking, and teamwork.
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Metalmite Help Local High School to Compete in Robotics Championship
April, 2008
In April 2008, Clarkston High School approached Metalmite about donating some machining time and some material to help the students make a robot to compete in the First Robotic’s National Competition in Atlanta, GA. Metalmite was excited and eager to help the students learn more about science and technology and to get their hands dirty learning about manufacturing. The owner of Metalmite, Mike Gendich, has always been an advocate of young people taking an interest in the manufacting field. Mike has commented that in his 50 plus years in the manufacturing industry several of the young people he has helped have grown to become either customers or vendor’s in the area. “If we are going to advance, we need to teach our youth what we have learned.” says Mike. With Metalmite’s help the FIRST Robotic’s team at Clarkston High School was able to travel to Atlanta and compete in the competion
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Metalmite Help Local High School to Compete in Robotics Championship
April, 2008
In April 2008, Clarkston High School approached Metalmite about donating some machining time and some material to help the students make a robot to compete in the First Robotic’s National Competition in Atlanta, GA. Metalmite was excited and eager to help the students learn more about science and technology and to get their hands dirty learning about manufacturing. The owner of Metalmite, Mike Gendich, has always been an advocate of young people taking an interest in the manufacting field. Mike has commented that in his 50 plus years in the manufacturing industry several of the young people he has helped have grown to become either customers or vendor’s in the area. “If we are going to advance, we need to teach our youth what we have learned.” says Mike. With Metalmite’s help the FIRST Robotic’s team at Clarkston High School was able to travel to Atlanta and compete in the competion
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Metalmite Sponsors High School Robotics Team
April, 2004
Metalmite sponsered Rochester High School’s FIRST Robotics team in the National Competion to build a robot and compete in Orlando, Fl.
“Fueled by the tradition of excitement, energy, and intensity from all involved, the FIRST Robotics Competition continues its impressive growth. The 2004 challenge, “FIRST Frenzy: Raising the Bar,” delivered on the promise of its name. More than 20,000 students on over 900 teams competed in 26 regional events, culminating in our biggest-ever championship event at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta.
The 2004 season produced more than overflowing excitement. It produced what we at FIRST call co-opetition as teams worked together in the spirit of gracious professionalism. More importantly, the hands-on learning alongside professional mentors, the realworld engineering and project management experience, and the teamwork helped students grasp the value of “raising the bar” on their own goals and aspirations. Those aspirations are rewarded for many. In 2004, the FIRST scholarship program grew to over $4.9 million. These scholarships help students pursue their passion for science, technology, engineering, and math at some of the finest colleges and universities. As a volunteer-driven organization, our success is a direct result of individuals who make an extraordinary commitment to organizing, recruiting, and fundraising. In the coming year, we will continue building our support of the parents, teachers, engineers, and other professionals whose volunteer effort makes the FIRST vision a reality.”
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Metalmite Sponsors High School Robotics Team
April, 2004
Metalmite sponsered Rochester High School’s FIRST Robotics team in the National Competion to build a robot and compete in Orlando, Fl.
“Fueled by the tradition of excitement, energy, and intensity from all involved, the FIRST Robotics Competition continues its impressive growth. The 2004 challenge, “FIRST Frenzy: Raising the Bar,” delivered on the promise of its name. More than 20,000 students on over 900 teams competed in 26 regional events, culminating in our biggest-ever championship event at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta.
The 2004 season produced more than overflowing excitement. It produced what we at FIRST call co-opetition as teams worked together in the spirit of gracious professionalism. More importantly, the hands-on learning alongside professional mentors, the realworld engineering and project management experience, and the teamwork helped students grasp the value of “raising the bar” on their own goals and aspirations. Those aspirations are rewarded for many. In 2004, the FIRST scholarship program grew to over $4.9 million. These scholarships help students pursue their passion for science, technology, engineering, and math at some of the finest colleges and universities. As a volunteer-driven organization, our success is a direct result of individuals who make an extraordinary commitment to organizing, recruiting, and fundraising. In the coming year, we will continue building our support of the parents, teachers, engineers, and other professionals whose volunteer effort makes the FIRST vision a reality.”
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Bush Goes Back To Economy
In his weekly radio address to the nation, President Bush mentioned his meeting with Metalmite Corporation Owner Mike Gendich. Speaking to the issue of Michigan and it's economy, President Bush said:
"Last month I met with Mike Gendich, who owns a part-making company in Michigan called Metalmite. Mike's customers are keeping him busier than he has been in three years, giving him reason to hire three new workers. Tax relief has given him reason to invest in new equipment, to keep those workers productive."
To read the entire story, download the pdf.
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Bush Goes Back To Economy
In his weekly radio address to the nation, President Bush mentioned his meeting with Metalmite Corporation Owner Mike Gendich. Speaking to the issue of Michigan and it's economy, President Bush said:
"Last month I met with Mike Gendich, who owns a part-making company in Michigan called Metalmite. Mike's customers are keeping him busier than he has been in three years, giving him reason to hire three new workers. Tax relief has given him reason to invest in new equipment, to keep those workers productive."
To read the entire story, download the pdf.
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Metalmite helps University of Michigan Solar Car Team
April 1993
In April of 1993 the University of Michigan Solar Car Team approached Metalmite with a request to machine some Titanium brackets for their now famous Maize and Blue Solar Car. The car was raced in two races. The car won a national championship in Sunrayce 93, the predecessor race to the North American Solar Challenge. It then went on to finish 11th in the 1993 World Solar Challenge. Maize & Blue is now part of the permanent display at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, Illinois. The car had an evolutionary design descended from the General Motors Sunraycer and the University of Michigan’s first generation car, Sunrunner. The car is considered an early example of and demonstration platform for energy efficient automobile design. |
Metalmite helps University of Michigan Solar Car Team
April 1993
In April of 1993 the University of Michigan Solar Car Team approached Metalmite with a request to machine some Titanium brackets for their now famous Maize and Blue Solar Car. The car was raced in two races. The car won a national championship in Sunrayce 93, the predecessor race to the North American Solar Challenge. It then went on to finish 11th in the 1993 World Solar Challenge. Maize & Blue is now part of the permanent display at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, Illinois. The car had an evolutionary design descended from the General Motors Sunraycer and the University of Michigan’s first generation car, Sunrunner. The car is considered an early example of and demonstration platform for energy efficient automobile design. |
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