# Fisher Barton: Metallurgy Mastered\. Six Sigma Quality

> Fisher Barton has mastered the behavior of materials and the application of proprietary manufacturing to extend the life of high\-wear parts\.

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## Pages
- [Laseredge®](https://www.fisherbarton.com/products/turf/laseredge/)
- [Engineered Coating Solutions®](https://www.fisherbarton.com/products/engineered-coating-solutions/)
- [Coating Methods](https://www.fisherbarton.com/capabilities/coating-methods/)
- [Packaging](https://www.fisherbarton.com/capabilities/packaging/)
- [Machining](https://www.fisherbarton.com/capabilities/machining/)

## Posts
- [CNC Milling vs\. CNC Turning](https://www.fisherbarton.com/cnc-milling-vs-cnc-drilling)
- [Factors to Consider When Choosing a CNC Machining Partner](https://www.fisherbarton.com/factors-to-consider-when-choosing-a-cnc-machining-partner/)

## Lists
- [Zenith Corrugated Sales Team](https://www.fisherbarton.com/ctct_lists/zenith-corrugated-sales-team/)
- [test list 2](https://www.fisherbarton.com/ctct_lists/test-list-2/)
- [Adam T Holiday Cards](https://www.fisherbarton.com/ctct_lists/adam-t-holiday-cards/)
- [General Interest](https://www.fisherbarton.com/ctct_lists/general-interest/)
- [updated Ariens last chance email](https://www.fisherbarton.com/ctct_lists/updated-ariens-last-chance-email/)

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## Timeline Stories
- [Site Preparation: House Demolition](https://www.fisherbarton.com/timeline/site-preparation-house-demolition/)
- [It's Starting to Look Like a Building](https://www.fisherbarton.com/timeline/its-starting-to-look-like-a-building/)
- [Demolition of Former Casting Foundry and Office Buildings](https://www.fisherbarton.com/timeline/demolition-of-former-casting-foundry-and-office-buildings/)
- [Paint, Drywall, and Tile\. Eeek\!\!\!\! It's Starting to Look Like a Manufacturing Facility](https://www.fisherbarton.com/timeline/paint-drywall-and-tile-eeek-its-starting-to-look-like-an-office/)
- [Supporting Our Community: Fisher Barton Donates House for SWAT and Fire Training](https://www.fisherbarton.com/timeline/house-donation/)

## Industries
- [Turf, Golf,  Yard, \& Snow](https://www.fisherbarton.com/industries/turf-care)
- [Chemical, Oil, \& Gas](https://www.fisherbarton.com/industries/energy/): The processing of fossil fuels to yield oil and gas involves a complex interplay of machinery and equipment, each subjected to demanding environments inherent in the extraction process\. Critical components in this equipment bear the brunt of wear due to the extreme conditions\. Exploration and drilling equipment, wellheads, pumps, and pipelines are particularly susceptible to degradation due to the abrasive nature of the substances they handle\.
- [Construction](https://www.fisherbarton.com/industries/construction/)
- [Wood Products](https://www.fisherbarton.com/industries/wood/)
- [Food Processing](https://www.fisherbarton.com/industries/food-processing/)

## News
- [Fisher Barton Transitions to Employee Ownership, Building on Six Years of Transformational Growth](https://www.fisherbarton.com/news/employee-owned/): Fisher Barton has transitioned to an employee\-owned company, marking an important milestone in its continued evolution\. The move builds on six years of strategic growth, including advancements in operational performance, investments in advanced manufacturing and automation, and ongoing workforce development through Fisher Barton University\. Employee ownership further strengthens the company’s culture of continuous improvement while supporting long\-term growth, customer partnerships, and the delivery of high\-quality solutions\.
- [Fisher Barton Releases 2025 Sustainability Report](https://www.fisherbarton.com/news/dick-wilkey-room/): Fisher Barton has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting continued progress in responsible manufacturing, environmental stewardship, and community engagement\. The report showcases key achievements, including recognition with the 2025 John Deere Sustainability Award and the successful implementation of a closed\-loop water reclamation system that saves more than 6\.7 million gallons of water annually\. It also outlines advancements across operational sustainability, workforce development, and governance, reinforcing Fisher Barton’s commitment to measurable, meaningful impact\.
- [Fisher Barton Names Technology Center Conference Room in Honor of Founder  Richard \(Dick\) L\. Wilkey](https://www.fisherbarton.com/news/dick-wilkey-room/): Fisher Barton has named a conference room within its Technology Center in honor of company founder Richard \(Dick\) L\. Wilkey, recognizing his lasting impact on the organization, the manufacturing industry, and the Watertown community\. The dedication reflects Wilkey’s vision, leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit that helped shape Fisher Barton into a global manufacturing leader\.

The decision to name the conference room was made by CEO Scott Hoffman as a tribute to Wilkey’s legacy and the values he instilled from the company’s earliest days—metallurgical excellence, innovation, and a strong commitment to people\. A permanent commemorative plaque now serves as a reminder of the foundation Wilkey built and the influence he continues to have on Fisher Barton’s culture and direction\.

Located within the Technology Center, the conference room sits at the heart of Fisher Barton’s advanced engineering, testing, and product development efforts\. As the company continues to grow and invest in technology, talent, and community, the newly named space honors the past while symbolizing the future built on Wilkey’s original vision\.
- [Fisher Barton Recognized by John Deere with Partner Award for Second Consecutive Year](https://www.fisherbarton.com/news/fisher-barton-25-partner-award-john-deere/): Fisher Barton has been recognized with the John Deere Partner Award for the second consecutive year, marking John Deere’s highest supplier classification and reflecting consistent excellence in quality, delivery, and continuous improvement\.
 
“Earning the John Deere Partner Award for the second year in a row is a meaningful recognition of our team’s dedication and hard work,” said Scott Hoffman, Chief Executive Officer of Fisher Barton, noting the company’s ongoing commitment to meeting John Deere’s high expectations\. 

Len Anhold, Director of Operations Excellence, Automation, EHS \& Sustainability, added that achieving Partner status again underscores the consistency, reliability, and operational excellence Fisher Barton’s customers have come to expect\. 

- [Fisher Barton Celebrates Earth Day with Water Conservation Initiatives and Receives 2025 John Deere Sustainability Award](https://www.fisherbarton.com/news/fisher-barton-sustainability-award-john-deere/): In recognition of Earth Day 2025, Fisher Barton announced it has received the 2025 John Deere Sustainability Award for its innovative water reclamation initiative at its Blades and Specialty Products manufacturing plants in Watertown, Wisconsin\. 

The project significantly reduced water usage in heat treat operations by replacing once‑through water consumption with an engineered closed‑loop recycling system, resulting in a 98% reduction in rinse water use and 6,754,900 gallons of water saved annually, along with $79,480 in yearly cost savings\. 

“At Fisher Barton, our commitment to sustainability drives us to innovate and implement projects that significantly reduce our environmental footprint,” said Scott Hoffman, Chief Executive Officer\. “Receiving the 2025 John Deere Sustainability Award highlights how responsible manufacturing and operational innovation can create lasting environmental and business benefits\.” 

The initiative demonstrates Fisher Barton’s ongoing dedication to environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and delivering long‑term value for customers like John Deere while protecting natural resources and local communities\.

## Industries
- [Markets Served](https://www.fisherbarton.com/industries/category/markets-served/)

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