Alexandria Industries today was named as Premier Supply Partner by Pella Corporation, a leading manufacturer and designer of windows, doors, and between-the-glass blinds and shades. The award recognizes Alexandria Industries for its excellence in lean manufacturing, product cost and quality, on-time delivery and customer service. “It is an honor to receive the premier supplier...

Alexandria Industries today announced its soon-to-be-open Family Health & Wellness Clinic for employees and their families. The company’s new clinic will help address the rising cost of its self-insured medical expenses, while providing employees and their families, more convenience for routine, basic medical care, at a fraction of the cost. Lynette Kluver, Director of...

Alexandria Industries received a 2016 Progress Minnesota award. The award program recognizes entrepreneurs, individuals, businesses, manufacturers, nonprofits and economic development organizations for moving the Minnesota economy forward in innovative ways. Alexandria Industries was nominated for its successful job growth, along with addressing the current skills gap and worker...

Alexandria Industries today promoted Steve Thoen to general manager of its Alexandria Precision Machining facility located in Alexandria, Minn. Thoen will manage operations, manufacturing, and engineering, while working to assure the satisfaction of customers and well-being of employees. “Steve’s experience in machining and operations management will contribute greatly to our...

Alexandria Industries today announced that its Wheaton, Minn., Plastics facility has received the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001:2008 certification. The achievement recognizes the well-defined and documented quality management processes and procedures for continual improvement that Alexandria Industries has implemented across its organization. “When we...

Tom Schabel, CEO, Alexandria Industries, received the highest honor from the Aluminum Extruders Council (AEC), the Distinguished Service Award, which recognizes a member who has shown exceptional dedication and service to the industry. In addition to his countless contributions, Schabel has been a member of the Council’s Board of Directors since 2005, and served as Council Chairman...

New director brings aluminum industry expertise and extensive business experience to the company Alexandria Industries announced the addition of Duncan Crowdis to its Board of Directors. With nearly 40 years in the aluminum manufacturing business, Crowdis served in various technical, operations, marketing, sales and management positions, helping strengthen the industry to where it is...