How Rye Corp Simplifies Fabrication with Bailey International

Summary

Rye Corp, a manufacturer of granite countertop fabrication equipment, required a hydraulic partner that could match their commitment to simplicity and durability. By partnering with Bailey International, Rye Corp integrated reliable hydraulic systems into their machinery, resulting in equipment that is easy to operate, simple to fix, and supported by a responsive local partner.

Based in Lenoir City, Tennessee, Rye Corp establishes itself as a premier manufacturer of stone fabrication equipment. With a philosophy centered on American-made quality, they design, manufacture, assemble, and test their machinery from scratch in Tennessee before shipping to customers worldwide. Their product line ranges from bridge saws to innovative stone recycling presses, all designed to serve the granite and stone industry with robust, practical solutions.

The Problem

In the specialized world of stone fabrication, downtime is costly. Rye Corp needed hydraulic components that aligned with their core manufacturing philosophy: "Simple, durable, with no problems."

They required a partner that could offer more than just parts; they needed engineering collaboration to design systems that could withstand the rigors of heavy stone processing. Furthermore, accessibility to parts and support was critical. Waiting weeks for replacements or struggling to reach a support team would directly impact their reputation and their customers' ability to operate. As Rod York, owner of Rye Corp, notes, "It's all about reputation." They needed a vendor who answered the phone and provided immediate solutions.

The Solution

Rye Corp leveraged their long-standing relationship with Bailey International to integrate comprehensive hydraulic solutions into their product line. Bailey provided engineering support to help design the hydraulic architecture for Rye Corp's equipment, ensuring seamless integration.

Bailey's proximity and availability played a crucial role. "The best part is you're close by, so I can just run down and get whatever I need," says York.

Key implementations include:

• The Stone Cobbler: A 40-ton press utilizing a Bailey two-stage hydraulic system to recycle scrap granite into pavers and fire pits.

• Bridge Saws: Utilization of Bailey hydraulic units to raise and lower rotating tilt tables for heavy granite slabs.

• Collaborative Design: Bailey engineers worked alongside Rye Corp to ensure the hydraulic systems were perfectly tailored to the specific needs of the machinery.

Results

The partnership has yielded highly reliable equipment that Rye Corp’s customers trust. The integration of Bailey’s hydraulic components has ensured that the machinery remains "simple, easy to fix, and durable."

Key outcomes include:

• Operational Reliability: York reports, "Since then, we've had no issues whatsoever."

• Enhanced Customer Satisfaction: The reliability of the warranty and the equipment keeps Rye Corp's end-users happy.

• Effective Recycling Solutions: The hydraulic press allows customers to monetize waste material, turning disposal costs into profit centers.

• Responsive Support: "I stay with Bailey, because every time I call them, they answer the phone, and if I ever have an issue, they fix it, period," says York.

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