Our History
Pressing Forward Since 1963
Over six decades, EI has evolved from a single-press operation into a modern custom plastic injection molding manufacturer serving multiple industries. The move to Verona, Wisconsin, in the 1970s marked a turning point in the company’s growth. Five building expansions followed, each reflecting new investments in automation, technology, and people.
The focus has never shifted from engineering excellence. As customers’ products became more complex, EI advanced alongside them, refining tooling methods and expanding automation to support intricate parts with consistency and speed.
The Stories That Shape Us
Every milestone at EI reflects teamwork and shared ownership. From Ron Daggett’s early innovations to today’s molding floor, progress has always come from people who take pride in doing things the right way.
Employees continue to carry forward the same curiosity and craftsmanship that built the company’s reputation decades ago. They find new ways to improve processes, strengthen quality systems, and support customers with the same integrity that defined EI’s beginning.
From Humble Beginnings to High Tech
EI’s growth has been guided by the idea of forward thinking: proactively anticipating customer needs and industry trends. Each investment in automation, robotics, and data-driven systems has enhanced productivity while creating opportunities for employees to learn and lead.
President John Ballweg believes the same principle that started EI continues to sustain it today: invest in technology, invest in people, and always deliver dependable results.
