Caterpillar Plant Tours

On February 17th and 18th, a combined group of 23 students and instructors from both IRE and Mesabi Range's Millwright program toured various Caterpillar (CAT) plants in central Illinois. It was an amazing experience for all to see all the innovation throughout these technologically advanced facilities. Making the highest quality products safely that are used around the world, along with right here on the iron range in our large and small industries. 

The group toured the foundry where most large CAT engine components are cast, the main parts distribution facility, from which parts are shipped worldwide, and a track-type tractor (bulldozer) assembly line. 

The photo is of Travis Eddy in a piece of showroom equipment.

By: Justin Magnusen

Proofread By: Travis Eddy