Bradbury Facility Expansions Allow For Improvements, Growth

All told, the expansions have added almost 40,000 sq. ft. of space of new space.

Moundridge, KS — Over the past five years, The Bradbury Grouphas continued to grow in Moundridge. The commitment to expanding and improving facilities is evident in the recent additions to the company’s assembly and testing area, as well as the ongoing extension of the inventory area. With a dedicated team of over 300 employees at the headquarters, Bradbury is constantly seeking opportunities to expand and propel the company to new heights.

“Last year, we began an exciting journey at our plant 2 facility,” says Matt Werner, Senior Manager of Global Marketing and Sales at Bradbury. “We finished a project that allowed us to extend the three center bays by 150 feet to the north. This resulted in an additional 22,500 square feet of assembly and test floorspace. The demand for our services quickly filled up this new space with exciting customer projects. Realizing the need for even more room, we made the decision to add on to both the East and West bays of Plant 2, matching the latest expansion and providing us with an extra 15,000 square feet. The progress of these new expansions has been smooth, with only a few final touches remaining before they become fully operational and significantly enhance our operations.”

Shown above are various views of new Plant 2 spaces.

Werner says what sets this new addition apart is its height. Standing at an impressive 10 feet taller than the existing building, this expansion allows for an increase of vertical storage space. By utilizing 16-foot speed racks instead of the current 10-foot racking, there is now ample space to accommodate an expanded inventory of Bradbury supplies on the East side.

Meanwhile, the West side addition will provide the assembly and test department with another 7,500 square feet. This additional space will be utilized to build customer machines and conduct tests.

“To further enhance efficiency, we will also install a 20-ton overhead crane that offers an additional 10 feet of crane height for assembly and test purposes,” Werner says. “With these two expansions, our current square footage will be significantly increased, allowing us to better serve our customers and provide an improved working environment for our employees. At Bradbury, we are constantly striving to enhance our business operations and create benefits for our valued team.”

While the additions address current and future needs for the company, the company also upgraded its Hall of Fame space to honor the company's heritage.

In addition to the remarkable growth of the plant 2 facility in Moundridge, Kan., Bradbury has recently transformed its "Hall of Fame" area into an immersive experience. Previously, the hallway was decorated with still photographs, but now it has been converted into an engaging experience with real life videos playing throughout business hours. Through the integration of two laser projectors, visitors can now get a firsthand look at The Bradbury Group's state-of-the-art equipment on display.

About The Bradbury Group

The Bradbury Group is a family of manufacturing companies dedicated to producing high-quality, productivity-enhancing equipment for customers worldwide, including those in the metal construction industry who produce metal buildings, metal claddings, insulated panel systems, metal framing and myriad other metal components, in addition to companies who process coil. To learn more, visit www.bradburygroup.com.