At Great Plains Industries, our manufacturing process is a journey of innovation, precision, and dedication. From the initial pilot build to mass production of final product, each step of manufacturing is planned and executed to deliver the highest quality products for our customers worldwide.
Great Plains Industries is proud to be a Lean Six Sigma factory that is committed to remaining responsive and consistent in our product delivery. Lean Six Sigma is not just a methodology but a foundational aspect of how we operate. This approach combines the strengths of Lean principles - focused on reducing waste and optimizing processes - with Six Sigma's rigorous attention to reducing variability and improving product quality.
We continue to evolve our Lean Six Sigma strategy to meet future challenges, incorporating advanced automation, and sustainability initiatives to remain a leader in efficient, high-quality manufacturing. This dedication ensures that our products continue to set industry standards for performance and reliability.
At Great Plains Industries, our ISO 9001 Certification underscores our dedication to quality and continuous improvement. This internationally recognized standard ensures that our manufacturing processes meet stringent quality management criteria. By adhering to ISO 9001, we guarantee consistent product performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction across our entire product range - from fuel transfer pumps to flow meters.
Safety and reliability are at the forefront of our product design and manufacturing. Our UL-approved fuel transfer pumps and meters meet the highest industry standards for safety, performance, and durability.
By achieving UL certification, we ensure that our products undergo rigorous testing to meet strict safety requirements, providing peace of mind for our customers. Whether in agriculture, construction, or fleet management, our UL-approved solutions deliver both safety and efficiency, every time.
Vertical integration plays a key role in ensuring superior product quality, efficiency, and cost control. By managing every step of our production process—from raw material sourcing to final assembly—we maintain full control over quality, timelines, and innovation.
This integrated approach allows us to respond quickly to market demands, minimize lead times, and consistently deliver top-tier fuel transfer pumps and flow meters. At GPI, vertical integration ensures that our customers receive the highest quality products backed by streamlined, reliable service.
Every step of our manufacturing timeline reflects our unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We continue to evolve our processes and products to meet the dynamic needs of the industries we serve, ensuring that we remain a trusted partner for reliable and efficient solutions.
As part of the launch of the GPRO V20 20 GPM fuel transfer pump, Great Plains Industries invested approximately $500,000 to enhance its manufacturing capabilities by bringing A/C motor production in-house. This investment included the acquisition of an advanced A/C Motor Hot Drop System, featuring rotor and stator assembly machines. Utilizing thermal expansion, the system precisely heats the rotor and stator housing with induction coils, ensuring a perfect fit at consistent axial positions. After assembly, air jets cool the components, shrinking them securely in place. By early Q4 2024, Great Plains Industries has successfully produced over 18,500 rotor and stator assemblies, driving efficiency and innovation in fuel transfer pump manufacturing. This manufacturing advantage was also applied to the GPRO V35 pump line.
The Automated Magnet Gluing System for DC motors enhances production capacity. By automating the process, it not only eliminates worker exposure to messy chemicals, creating a cleaner more pleasant work environment, but also greatly improves quality and efficiency while reducing operator fatigue and risk of injury. This system supports both current and future demand for DC products.
Calibrator 10 is a water-based system that ensures our flow meters deliver accurate and reliable performance. It performs multi-point calibration, capturing precise flow data and programming it into the meter's display for optimal use. With the ability to handle five line sizes and flow rates ranging from 0.3 to 270 GPM, this system replaced three older calibrators, streamlining our calibration process for G2, TM, A1, FM300 and G-Series meters. Our standards are traceable to NIST, and we certify that all testing meets engineering design and specifications, guaranteeing dependable flow measurement for every application.
At Great Plains Industries, employee safety and well-being are top priorities to ensure both quality and productivity. In December 2023, the Worksmart Manufacturing Assembly Cell System was introduced on the GPRO V20 fuel transfer pump line. It also supports production of the GPRO V35 pumps. This innovative system uses a track with trunnion carts, allowing operators to easily maneuver the pump throughout the build process without the need to lift it—especially as it reaches up to 50 lbs toward the end. Employees have praised the system for making their work easier, safer, and more manageable.
Great Plains Industries Australia (GPA) invests $2.5 million in state-of-the-art CNC machinery and supporting equipment. This major upgrade supports the strategic plan to enhance its production capabilities, improve product quality, and increase operational efficiency to better meet the needs of its customers across various industries. Additionally, the new equipment will empower engineering and R&D teams to develop and prototype new products more swiftly. The improved precision and automation will help bring innovative designs to market faster, giving Great Plains Industries a competitive edge in developing custom solutions for clients across various industries.
With a pallet pool system: This high-precision machine enables Great Plains Industries to run more efficient, automated production processes, allowing for quick changes between jobs and significantly reducing setup times. The pallet pool system supports continuous operation, further increasing production capacity and efficiency.
With customized robotic loading solution: this advanced lathe is equipped with Fanuc robot for automated loading and unloading of parts, ensuring seamless production with minimal manual intervention. The integration of robotics in this lathe system will streamline the manufacturing process, reduce errors, and allow for faster turnaround times.
The Zeiss Contura is a highly accurate quality control tool that will allow Great Plains Industries to conduct precise measurements of complex parts and ensure that every component meets the highest quality standards. This machine plays a crucial role in quality assurance and will help Great Plains Industries maintain strict control over product specifications.
