Lift and Swing Melting Furnace

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Lift and Swing Melting Furnace state-wide contract provides specialized laboratory and industrial equipment procurement options, specifically focusing on high-precision heating and melting technologies. The contract covers multiple categories of scientific and industrial furnaces, including laboratory heaters, box furnaces, tube furnaces, and specialized equipment for ceramic processing and melting applications. Procurement options extend to comprehensive systems with associated components such as crucibles, emergency water systems, and dual pump options, enabling research institutions and technical facilities to acquire sophisticated thermal processing equipment through a standardized contracting mechanism.

The multi-award vehicle is awarded to Pillar Induction, a Wisconsin-based company, and operates from July 1, 2022 to July 1, 2023, with potential for a one-year renewal. The total contract value for the base Lift and Swing Melting Furnace is $209,489, which includes the furnace ($139,189), shipping ($2,000), installation services ($65,800), and customer training ($2,500). Geographic coverage is statewide within Wisconsin, and the contract is structured under Wisconsin's Cooperative Purchasing Service statute, though the vendor has elected not to participate in cooperative purchasing. The contract follows State of Wisconsin Standard Terms and Conditions and is administered by the University of Wisconsin System's procurement department.