Kito Crosby, a leader in the lifting and securement industry, based in Richardson, Texas, has announced the completion of a major investment at its flagship manufacturing site of Peerless branded products in Winona, Minnesota. The multi-year, multi-million-dollar, project involved the design, installation, and startup of an advanced continuous plating system utilized in chain production. This state-of-the-art system adds a unique and proprietary coating to chain that prevents rust and corrosion. The new plating system incorporates new features, such as automated monitoring and increased air handling systems.
“This line was designed with our customers and team members in mind,” said George Kosidowski, President of Peerless. “The investment will enhance our internal processes, which will improve our service levels to customers and scale our operations for increased demand.”
The Winona plant, like all Kito Crosby manufacturing facilities worldwide, is heavily vertically integrated, with Peerless chain manufactured in the United States from raw material to finished product onsite.
A special ribbon cutting ceremony was held in July with Winona team members and Kito Crosby leaders, local dignitaries, and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) leadership.
Continuous plated chains are used across multiple industries, including food processing, cargo control, trailer safety, and hardware.
On right, at the podium, George Kosidowski, President of Peerless, kicks off the ribbon cutting ceremony with a group of Kito Crosby team members, local dignitaries, and International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) leadership.
About Kito Crosby
Kito Crosby is a leader in the lifting and securement industry it pioneered. With global engineering, manufacturing, distribution, and operations, the company provides a broad range of products and solutions for the most demanding applications. Kito Crosby’s people, products, solutions, and services have innovated the lifting and securement industry for more than 260 years. The company’s brands include Kito, Crosby, Harrington, Gunnebo Industries, and Peerless.