[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 176 (Tuesday, November 15, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1146-E1147]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF WISCONSIN PLASTICS

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                          HON. MIKE GALLAGHER

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 15, 2022

  Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, today I rise to recognize the 50th 
anniversary of Wisconsin Plastics Inc., a second-generation family 
business in Ashwaubenon.
  Founded in 1972 in Wisconsin, the business came from humble 
beginnings when Jim Christensen, Sr. purchased a small plating shop. 
Throughout its 50 years of operation, the business transformed from 
producing injection-molded plastic components with a handful of 
employees to a workforce of nearly 270 employees today. Wisconsin 
Plastics has become known for their renowned customer service with the 
ability to take the desires of consumers and bring them into production 
realities. I commend Wisconsin Plastics for their continued growth and 
success for the past 50 years.
  In the half-century since the company's inception, Jim Christensen 
and the entire Wisconsin Plastics team have been committed to the 
expansion and future of the business. In order to keep up with industry 
demands, Wisconsin Plastics will double its current 65,000 square foot 
manufacturing plant with a 70,000 square foot expansion. The company 
plans to use this additional space for more injection molding machines 
and component assembly spaces. With this addition, Wisconsin Plastics 
will use automated and robotic production systems to enhance their 
existing operations to best serve their devoted customers. I applaud 
the company's continued efforts to adapt to industry demands.
  Wisconsin Plastics is a company that has taken pride in the 
importance of innovation. For 20 years, the company has utilized 3D 
printing machines that have become a core

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piece of their operation. Wisconsin Plastics is a great example of 
consistent improvement and growth. Their production of key components 
of Wisconsin industries speaks to their immense value to the State of 
Wisconsin. From providing parts for the defense aviation industry to 
the healthcare industry, Wisconsin Plastics helps keep Wisconsin 
running and is a true credit to Northeast Wisconsin and the United 
States of America.
  I invite all Members of this body to join me in celebrating the 50th 
anniversary of Wisconsin Plastics, Inc. I extend my sincerest 
congratulations to founder Jim Christensen, Sr., current president Jim 
Christensen, and the entire Wisconsin Plastics team on this outstanding 
milestone. I wish them lasting success for years to come.

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