Metal to Metal From the desk of Ed Wesolek Back in the Saddle. What’s the best thing about the of two forgings, measuring 21 month of March? Spring starts inches in diameter by 7 feet soon, March Madness is here long at 3,250 pounds each! and the beer flows a lovely We processed two on one Finished armrests awaiting arm pad shade of green! Hopefully it’s run; the third was done as a and seat installation. not too late to wish you a separate run. Happy St. Patrick’s Day. Next time you get on an air- plane, take a look at your arm- Our trip to Punta Cana, in the rest. We’ve been processing sunshine and warmth of the these (above 2) for Highland. Issue No. 40, Vol. 4 Dominican Republic was very March, 2019 relaxing; more on that in a bit. Proud to say we just went through an audit for Blue Ori- We’ve been running full tilt gin, in order to move forward here in the MMP shop. The processing parts for space projects we’ve been working on craft. These audits verify our Modern Metal are as interesting as they are in systems to make sure we can Processing size. For example, the folks at These rings are another project meet client specs when we Weldaloy sent over some huge for Weldaloy measuring 42” in process a job. They also verify 3448 Corwin Road parts for us to run. AND I diameter by 4” x 4”. We’ve our thermocouples, surveys, PO Box 22 MEAN HUGE PARTS. been running between 40 to probe checks and System Accu- 50 rings at a time. racy Test (SAT). Along with the Williamston, MI 48895 Zack, from our staff, is standing Probe Test, the SAT checks the in front of two Weldaloy bush- furnace controller and oven Tel 517-655-4402 ings that are 7075 material. temperature equipment to modernmetalprocessing.com These are about 20 inches tall ensure correct operation. and about 5 inches thick. Whether your project is large or Aluminum Anneal small in scale, MMP can handle it. We have the furnace and Brazing and quenching capability to meet Heat Treatment the needs of your project. Steel Weldment Stress Put our combined experience Relief and dedication to detail to work Stampings for you. Call MMP at 517-655- 4402 or e-mail me directly to Forgings discuss specifics. We’re ready Castings Below, Zack is pictured by one Unfinished armrests as we get them. when you are! - Ed Wesolek ■ Extrusions Greetings from Punta Cana! To say this was a much needed the beautiful turquoise water recently brought it up at a — and appreciated — vacation melted away my stress. Our dinner party. Thanks, Kevin! is understatement. Just look at travel companions swear that I this beach and the view! actually smiled for a few days. Oh, and here’s proof that I ac- Speaking of our travel compan- tually smiled on vacation. My ions, here we all are! wife was shocked! The beach was just a few steps from our door and offered both Overall, we had a good time at a wonderful view and the per- Secrets Royal Beach in Punta fect spot to snag an open From left to right: My brother Cana. We also celebrated my lounge chair, an adult beverage Chuck with his wife Suzette, my birthday there with fun gifts and relax. After my hip surgery, other brother Carl and his wife and a delicious birthday cake. I’m still a bit leery about jump- Katy, our friends Kevin and It all went by in a flash, but ing into ocean water, but the Sue, then my wife Shell and I. looking at these photos, that scenery, warmth of the sun and This trip was Kevin’s idea, he smile is back on my face. ■ Page 2 Honey Glazed Ham for Easter Easter will 4) Brush glaze over ham, and Modern Metal soon be here bake for 1 hour and 15 min- (April 21). utes in the preheated oven. Processing Lots of folks Baste ham every 10 to 15 min- 3448 Corwin Road celebrate with utes with the honey glaze. a traditional PO Box 22 ham dinner, During the last 4 to 5 minutes Williamston, MI 48895 often spend- of baking, turn on broiler to ing big $$$ at caramelize the glaze. Remove the Honeybaked store on a from oven, and let sit a few Tel 517-655-4402 glazed ham. Let me show you COOKING INSTRUCTIONS: minutes before serving with modernmetalprocessing.com your favorite sides. Feel free to how easy (and inexpensive) it is 1) Preheat oven to 325° F. to make one at home. slice it like they do at that ex- 2) Score ham, and stud with pensive ham store. I won’t tell the whole cloves. Then place if you don’t! Enjoy your ham.■ your ham in a foil lined pan. 3) In the top half of a double boiler, heat the corn syrup, honey and butter. It’s vital that you keep the glaze warm while baking the ham. 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The cost = FREE! 3) Pour mixture into crust. YOUR SHOPPING LIST: A very Happy Birthday to my Just e-mail your 1 (9 inch) prepared graham wife, Shell. You’re not getting request to: cracker crust older, you’re getting better! 2 (8 oz) pkgs cream cheese, ed.wesolek@modernmeta softened Each day I marvel at all you do 1 (14 oz) can sweetened as Wife, Mother and for being lprocessing.com condensed milk my anchor and partner in life. I 2 lemons, juiced love you with all my heart. — Ed Then check your inbox. 1 teaspoon lemon zest .