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09.08.2015

The History of Shakespeare Machine Stamping

Shakespeare Machine is located in a modern facility that has over 76,000 square feet of manufacturing space and employs over 50 people.

RACINE, WI, August 9, 2015 — Shakespeare Machine Stamping, a division of RC Incorporated, is a leading global supplier of high-precision, high-quality, off-the-shelf components used in the manufacturing of abrasive wheels. HISTORY OF SHAKESPEARE: Shakespeare Machine Stamping started in business as a one-man operation in 1967. Founded by Rocco Gilio, the owner and at the time, sole employee. He worked out of a rented single storefront with a Browne and Sharpe screw machine that he retrieved from a local junkyard and rebuilt. Rocco landed his first business when he retooled the rebuilt Screw Machine to produce a difficult part that had given a customer trouble for years. His dedication to meeting and exceeding customer's demands has given Shakespeare the ability to expand at a fast pace. Today, Shakespeare Machine manufactures and ships off-the-shelf components used in the manufacturing of the abrasive industry to country's such as the United States, Mexico, Columbia, Italy, France, Thailand and many more with our ever expanding customer base. In 1990 Bob Folk, an employee of Shakespeare for 22 years purchased the company from his father-in-law Rocco and continued the tradition of supplying parts from stock. Upon Bob's death in January of 1999, Ronald A. Haarsma, a long time family friend and trusted business associate, purchased the company. With the strong foundation in place, Ronald has continued dedicating himself to continuing the business philosophy begun more then 45 years ago. Presently, Shakespeare Machine is located in a modern facility that was built in 2001 creating over 76,000 square feet of manufacturing space and over 50 employees. Consistent daily efforts have allowed Shakespeare Machine to continue to build its reputation as a fast, reliable service with high quality parts. With the latest technology applied in the manufacturing of our parts such as Zinc flanges as well as our metal stampings, Shakespeare has become the premiere Abrasive Industry Supplier.

Shakespeare Machine Stamping 2801 S. Memorial Dr. Racine, WI 53403 888.399.7117 | www.smsales.com

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18.05.2015

The History of ACE Stamping & Machine Co., Inc.

RACINE, WI, May 17, 2015 — RC Incorporated, a family owned company that consists of the following companies: ACE Stamping & Machine Co., Inc., ACE Stamping & Metal Fab Co., Inc de Mexico, Innotec of WI, and Shakespeare Machine Stamping. Each company plays a vital role in the company’s 60 year history of creating innovative products/services such as precision metal stamping, sheet metal fabrication, adhesive tape, and abrasive components.

ACE's Founder James W. Haarsma I, James' son Ronald Haarsma, and William Tempke (Original Employee of ACE) overlooking ACE's first building expansion in Racine, WI.

All of RC Incorporated's companies have a very humble beginning from very dedicated individuals whom put force countless hours which have allowed each company to become what it has today. However, this post puts the focus on ACE Stamping & Machine Co., Inc. as it was the founding company of the family of companies that RC Incorporated owns and operates presently. ACE Stamping & Machine Co., Inc., Racine, Wisconsin was founded in 1955 by James W. Haarsma, who at the time was the only employee. The company began in the basement of the Sattley building with one punch press and only a few pieces of tool & die equipment. James' idea of a small precision controlled stamping company with low cost tooling, skyrocketed into what ACE Stamping has become today. After years of continual growth and expansion, ACE now has two locations internationally. The headquarters is located in a 76,000 square foot facility on the South Side of Racine, Wisconsin. This facility allows ACE to ensure the highest quality by using state-of-the-art machinery and focuses mainly on precision metal stamping. ACE's newest addition to the family, is located in Monterrey, Mexico in a 30,000 square foot facility. This facility primarily focuses on sheet metal fabrication and final assemblies of products. For more information about ACE Stamping's history as well as current capabilities, locations, and examples of products, please visit http://acestamping.com/.

ACE Stamping & Machine Co., Inc. 2801 S. Memorial Dr. Racine, WI 53403 800-597-7485 | www.acestamping.com

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