BrassCraft Manufacturing Company, a producer of rough plumbing products, recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of its manufacturing facility in Lancaster, Texas. 

According to a news release, the 50th anniversary celebration recognized the hard work and dedication of its employees while paying homage to the facility’s past and present milestones. Honored guests included the Lancaster Mayor and several City Council members.  

The announcement said the BrassCraft Lancaster Facility has manufactured half a billion water stops, serving over 50 million homes, adding that this accomplishment was only possible because of its employees' commitment to manufacturing quality products. Lancaster also fabricates gas fittings for the BrassCraft Thomasville, NC plant. 

“The employees are the heart of this facility,” Lancaster Plant Manager Clay Heard said in a public statement. “They show up every day focused on doing their part to create products that exceed customer expectations, and their commitment to producing quality work is only matched by their compassion and genuine care for one another.” 

Lancaster has also achieved several significant milestones in recent years.  For the past eight years, company leaders said, the facility has held an industry high safety record with only one lost time injury. In addition, the plant was awarded platinum membership in 2011 by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for its ability to deliver sustainable reductions in energy, waste and water usage. 

“Congratulations to Lancaster and the people who have built our reputation on 50 years of operation,” said Todd Jacobi, vice president of operations. “This milestone – and all that will follow – is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our incredible employees.”