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New Wisconsin Soybean Plant Will Put More Agricultural Products—and More Pressure—on the Rails
The U.S. soybean market is adding domestic processing capacity—and every new plant changes more than the crush numbers. It creates a new destination for farmers, a new source of meal and oil for customers, and a new set of demands on the transportation network that connects them. CHS’s newly announced project near Evansville, Wisconsin, is […]
Celebrating the People Who Keep Industry Moving This Labor Day
Every day, across America, people are building, producing, moving, lifting, loading, and delivering the products and materials that keep our country moving forward. This Labor Day, Control Chief Corporation is proud to recognize those workers—including our own employees and the people working throughout the industries we are fortunate to serve. Holiday Hours In observance of […]
Why Consumer Garage Door Openers Don’t Belong in Fire Stations
Not All Garage Door Openers Are Created Equal At first glance, a garage door opener is just that—a device that opens an overhead door. Whether it’s installed on a residential garage or a fire station apparatus bay, it might seem like the job is the same. But the environment couldn’t be more different. A homeowner […]
How Long Should an Industrial Remote Control Last? 9 Signs It May Be Time for an Upgrade
Industrial remote controls are built to last. They’re designed to operate in demanding environments where dust, vibration, moisture, heat, cold, and daily wear are simply part of the job. Whether they’re controlling an overhead crane, conveyor system, hoist, or other industrial equipment, a dependable wireless remote becomes an essential part of day-to-day operations. But no […]
When a Great Door Is Held Back by a Poor Remote
When businesses invest in a commercial overhead door, they typically focus on the big-ticket items. They compare insulation values, wind-load ratings, operating speed, security features, and durability. They work with experienced installers and choose quality products that are built to last. But once the installation is complete, something interesting happens. The part of the system […]
Industry News
Keeping American Steel Moving: Crane and Locomotive Remote Control Solutions for Steel Mills
From rail yards to overhead cranes, Control Chief helps steel manufacturers move materials efficiently, reduce bottlenecks, and maintain productivity throughout their operations. Steel manufacturing depends on the continuous movement of massive quantities of raw materials, equipment, and finished products. From incoming rail shipments of iron ore, coal, and scrap metal to the handling of steel […]
U. S. Steel’s $350 Million Gary Works Restart Highlights New Investment in American Steel Manufacturing
From Indiana to Pennsylvania and across the country, major steelmaking investments are strengthening domestic production and modernizing the operations that keep American industry moving. American steel manufacturing is seeing a renewed wave of investment as producers upgrade existing facilities, expand production capabilities, and strengthen domestic supply chains. One of the latest milestones comes from U. […]
USDA Announces $8 Billion in Farm Aid as Rising Fuel Costs Pressure American Agriculture
New Harvest Fuel Relief program aims to help farmers manage higher operating expenses during the 2026 harvest season, highlighting challenges across the agricultural supply chain. American farmers are facing another challenging harvest season as rising diesel prices, increased production expenses, and fluctuating commodity markets continue to put pressure on agricultural operations across the country. On […]
H.R. 8870 and the 2026 Infrastructure Funding Cliff: What Steel, Aggregate and Short Line Rail Need to Know
A major federal transportation authorization expires September 30. Its proposed replacement promises $580 billion for U.S. infrastructure. Meanwhile, interest rates remain elevated and the Federal Reserve is headed to Jackson Hole. For steel producers, aggregate operations and short line railroads, what happens next could shape infrastructure demand—and the movement of the materials needed to build […]
What Do the Farm Bill, Regenerative Agriculture and Shaquille O’Neal Have in Common?
At first glance, absolutely nothing. One is a massive piece of federal agricultural legislation. One is an approach to farming centered on soil health, water management and long-term productivity. And one is a 7-foot-1 NBA legend who apparently likes to mix multiple cereals together in an enormous bowl to create what he calls a “cereal […]