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Welcome to the Ellis Manufacturing Co. blog, your central hub for staying informed and gaining valuable insights into the world of construction solutions. Here, you'll find a dynamic collection of News, keeping you up-to-date with the latest happenings at Ellis Manufacturing and within the broader industry. Our Updates section provides timely announcements about new products, company developments, and important information you won't want to miss. Looking to enhance your knowledge and skills? Dive into our practical How-To's, offering step-by-step guidance on various construction techniques and applications. Finally, our in-depth Articles explore a wide range of topics, from industry trends and best practices to innovative approaches in construction. Explore our blog to discover how Ellis Manufacturing Co. is contributing to advancements in construction and find the information you need to succeed.

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Ultimate Guide on Tackling Sagging Floors with Screw Jacks

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Sagging or uneven floors indicate foundation problems. Over time, structural issues can worsen, affecting everything from door and window alignment to overall safety and livability. Simple but tried-and-true solutions like screw jacks can lift and support your home permanently. In this guide, learn what causes sagging floors and how to fix them. Leveling a house helps maintain its integrity, and...

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Todd Martin Welcomes Ellis Manufacturing Company

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Long-time Pro Mod racer Todd Martin just took delivery of his new Larry Jeffers-built Pro Mod. Todd has competed for 24 years in Pro Mod as well since the inception of the Mid-West Drag Racing Series. 

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THRUST BEARING CASE STUDY | DRAMATICALLY INCREASED EFFICIENCY OF ALUMINUM SHORING SYSTEM

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Existing 25kip aluminum shoring system with washer and wing nut screw jack was “virtually impossible to adjust by hand under load”.  “In most cases a hammer was used to turn the nut.”  The Ellis MFG Co.’s patented Thrust Bearing Screw Jack Assembly was applied and is estimated to save 5 minutes per shore adjustment while increasing the lifting capacity of the...

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The New Ellis MFG Concrete Column Form Designer

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Over the last few years we have received more and more request from customers looking for spacing and form design data for Ellis MFG Concrete Column Forming Clamps.  We have been listening and take notes and for the last few months we have been designing and building from the ground up a brand new system.

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History Flight Recovery of WW II U.S. Marines and Navy Corpmen on Tarawa

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A group of men and women, some on their own dime went to Tarawa to search and recover missing and unaccounted for WW II service men. Most were entombed under several feet of a concrete building. More were recovered than anticipated which is totally awesome!

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How to Use Screw Jacks & Steel Shores to Level Floor Joists

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Ellis Steel Shores are a fast and safe way to re-level and support sagging floor joists in residential applications. The Ellis Steel Shores are available in many different heights with various lengths of screw adjustment. They are available with or without thrust bearings in the adjustment nut. The purpose of the bearings is to reduce friction when making adjustment under...

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