Techniques Surfaces USA location in Kearney, (Brian Neben, Central Nebraska Today)
KEARNEY — The Techniques Surfaces USA location in Kearney announced they would be winding down their production following the announcement that Eaton would end engine valve production.
Ethan McMinn, plant manager for Technique Surfaces USA (TS USA), said that they have been committed to supporting Eaton’s engine valve production since the opening of their facility in Kearney in 2011.
The TS USA site in Kearney is located at 3521 Antelope Ave.
McMinn said they will continue to support Eaton through the end of their valve production. It was noted that TS USA employs around 10 people at their Kearney location.
“We will be supporting our employees through this transition, and we are confident that the Kearney area community that we call home will provide additional support for these great individuals that make-up our team,” McMinn stated.
TE USA location in Kearney is part of the company’s HEF Group and focuses on liquid nitriding, a subcritical surface enhancement process, “with one of the longest tract records of success of any case hardening technology,” according to the TS USA website.
On Wednesday, Eaton informed its employees at its Kearney location that it planned to end engine valve production; however, engine gear production would continue.
Thomas Nellenbach, Eaton’s Director of Global Marketing for Mobility Group said Kearney location employs around 300 people, and the majority are involved in valve production.
