Brehmer Celebrates 50 Years of manufacturing farm equipment, building community in northeast Nebraska

From the Nebraska Department of Economic Development
Oct 23, 2024
Oct 23, 2024

Treyton Frahm.jpg — Treyton Frahm got his start with Brehmer Manufacturing in high school After college, he returned to work as a CNC machinist. “There are a lot of opportunities. Manufacturing isn’t just one specific thing. You have the machining side, the bending side, the lasers, the welding,” he said. “There are a whole lot of things that, if you’re interested in, you can do.”
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From the Nebraska Department of Economic Development

On Oct. 4, Brehmer Manufacturing in Lyons, Nebraska, held a pancake feed and open house to celebrate its 50th anniversary. It was a fitting way for the family-run, family friendly business to commemorate the milestone.

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Joe Brehmer.jpg — Joe Brehmer started the company with his dad when he was still in high school. Now he employs some high school kids who choose to make a career out of the job.
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Joe Brehmer_Tire.jpg — Joe Brehmer stands by a large tire from mining equipment. His company created tire recycling equipment that helps companies reduce waste.
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Brehmer Field Loader.jpg — A field loader sits at the Brehmer Manufacturing plant.
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The Brehmer Manufacturing logo graces a piece of equipment made in Lyons, Neb.

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Brehmer Fertilizer Tender.jpg — A fertilizer tender is amongst the products made by Brehmer Manufacturing in Lyons, Neb. The company is celebrating 50 years of business.
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Brehmer Nurse Trailer.jpg — A nurse trailer made by Brehmer Manufacturing sits inside the shop.
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