Headed West: Fratco’s Frontier in Western Irrigation
At Fratco, our legacy of innovation and quality spans over a century, and we’re far from finished. We’ve put together a short video series to showcase how we’re “Investing in Tomorrow.” This series invites you to witness our journey as we build upon our strong foundation and prepare for a future filled with new possibilities.
Battenfeld-Cincinnati
Out in the rolling fields of McPherson, Kansas, Battenfeld-Cincinnati has humbly been shaping the future of manufacturing since 1977, steadily building a reputation as a powerhouse in extrusion technology. Originally founded as American Maplan Corporation, the company has become a leader in extrusion technology, building state-of-the-art equipment that serves industries from fencing and siding to pipe manufacturing.
Stronger Together: The Power of Partnerships in Business
At Fratco, our legacy of innovation and quality spans over a century, and we’re far from finished. We’ve put together a short video series to showcase how we’re “Investing in Tomorrow.” This series invites you to witness our journey as we build upon our strong foundation and prepare for a future filled with new possibilities.
Blueprint for Success: Just One More Time
We’ve all been there–elbow-deep in a project, facing a roadblock that seems impossible to overcome. You’ve tried every tool in your box, every trick in the book and still, the solution seems just out of reach. It’s in moments like these that Thomas Edison’s words hit home: “The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.”
Understanding Subirrigation: A Game-Changer for Agriculture
When it comes to innovative farming techniques, few methods have sparked as much conversation as subirrigation. It’s been a game-changer, especially for farmers grappling with the challenges of poorly drained soils. We had the opportunity to sit down with Charlie Schafer, CEO of Agri Drain, to learn why this technique is making waves in the industry. Charlie’s insights go beyond the basics, offering a deeper understanding of how subirrigation works and why it is a great step forward to more sustainable agriculture.
Investing in Tomorrow
At Fratco, our legacy of innovation and quality spans over a century, and we’re far from finished. We’ve put together a short video series to showcase how we’re “Investing in Tomorrow.” This series invites you to witness our journey as we build upon our strong foundation and prepare for a future filled with new possibilities.
Agri Drain: A Legacy of Innovation and Partnership
In 1976, a small family business in Adair, Iowa quietly began its journey. Few could have predicted that this modest venture, founded by Charlie Schafer and his brothers, would grow into a powerhouse in the drainage industry. Yet today, Agri Drain is a name every industry insider knows—a company that transformed itself from humble beginnings into an industry leader through relentless innovation and an unwavering commitment to understanding “what’s next.” But how did they achieve such a remarkable rise? The story of Agri Drain is one of bold decisions, cutting-edge technology and a vision that redefined what it means to manage water resources effectively.
Blueprint for Success: Begin Here and Now—The Power of Starting
In the pursuit of goals, we often wait for the perfect moment, the ideal resources or the absolute certainty of success. However, Ashe’s advice offers a different perspective: the art of starting with what you currently have and where you presently are.
KTS Custom Fabrication
The roots of KTS Custom Fabrication can be traced back to the earnest efforts of Dave and Jean Leichtman, whose upbringing in family farming instilled in them the values of hard work and community trust. Dave and Jean grew up knowing each other as their families lived 5 miles apart in the beautiful, fertile countryside of New Hampton, Iowa.
Decoding Plastics: Understanding the Plastic Number System
In our industry, we work with plastic every day, and recycling Fratco pipe is a simplified process since the pipe is only made from two types of plastics. Can we just recycle all the plastic we use at home the same way? Sadly, it’s not so simple when you introduce different types of plastic, making recycling at home a headache with all these numbers and types to keep track of.