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2006
J&L introduces two new exceptional technologies, PowerCast™ and L-MAX. J&L's new PowerCast technology
extends its casting capability to produce ultra-low intensity fine bar patterns with taller, ultra fine
bars at virtually zero-degree draft angles, delivering an investment grade refiner plate casting.
The L-MAX wedgewire cylinder is designed to maximize life, capacity and paper quality all while reducing
screen cylinder spend. L-MAX augments J&L's existing V-MAX technology.
Fred Schillinger appointed President and General Manager of J&L Fiber Services. Schillinger began his
career with PCC in 1997 and has been a contributor in a variety of leadership positions, bringing an energetic,
focused approach to the J&L Team.
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2001
J&L Fiber Services introduces V-MAX, the latest in continuous slotted wedgewire technology. An engineering breakthrough, V-MAX offers maximum flow,
screening efficiency and unprecedented strength in aggressive and coarse applications.
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2000
J&L Fiber Services enters a new era in refiner plate technology with SmartPlates®. The SmartPlates system is a tool designed to create optimum plate patterns
and define optimum process operating windows.
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1999
A new business system is implemented to provide increased flexibility to better serve customers, improve capability to handle international business, and facilitate Y2K readiness.
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1998
A year of continued growth. J&L expands its sales and technical coverage model to provide even greater focus on customer process optimization.
A $10 million dollar capital investment in infrastructure increases manufacturing capacity and throughput, and improves production ergonomics and environment.
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1997
J&L benefits through the sale of its business from Beloit Corporation to its new and current owner, Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC), worldwide leader in manufacturing of complex metal components and products used in jet aircraft engines. J&L benefits through improved manufacturing and casting technology.
J&L's relationship with PCC provides independence to respond to screening and refining needs of customers, supporting all OEM equipment. J&L maintains flexibility to expand portfolio of products to meet customers' evolving needs.
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1995
Growth continues in Latin America, Europe and the Pacific Rim.
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1992
Beloit Corporation, focusing on aftermarket sector of paper industry, acquires J&L from Sullivan Corporation.
Beloit Fiber Systems moves its aftermarket screen cylinder production to J&L Fiber Services - expanding J&L's scope of fiberline optimization services.
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1980
Design and technological breakthroughs fuel four-fold growth at Sullivan Corporation in the 80's. J&L's reputation grows for advanced technology and
customer satisfaction.
J&L becomes a market leader in North America - with business in Europe, Latin America and the Pacific Rim growing rapidly.
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1972
Mr. Sullivan purchases J&L Plate and Machine Works from its parent company, Cleveland-based Basic Inc. J&L focuses on new designs and customer satisfaction.
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1969
Jere Sullivan, owner of Sullivan Corporation, supplies refiner plates to J&L Plate and Machine Works. Sullivan sees an opportunity to serve the replacement market -- to provide improved customer service and innovative product development. |
