In 1971, the two partners incorporated CSF. In January 1978, Arthur Hilgendorf purchased Herman Meyer's share of the business. In October 1978, Arthur Hilgendorf passed away leaving sole ownership to his wife, Genevieve Hilgendorf. His son, Dennis Hilgendorf took over running the day-to-day operations of the business. In 1980, the farming industry took a plunge after a record-setting year in 1979. With a lack of farm income, and machinery lying idle, CSF Inc., decided to manufacture components for other businesses. This diversity of products and services to offset their dependency on an unstable farm economy proved to be beneficial. In 1981, CSF Inc., expanded their facilities seven-fold, and entered the factory automation business. In 1991, Dennis and Elizabeth Hilgendorf purchased the remaining stock from Genevieve Hilgendorf and assumed complete ownership of the company.

Today, CSF is a leading supplier of Automation Equipment and Manufactured Components for a variety of industries. From the testing of baby pacifiers to rocket propellant facilities, CSF has a broad range of experience. Its material handling Power Transport line, under the Hilgendorf name, helps thousands of people daily move material easily and efficiently. Check out what CSF can do for you.

mechanice power transport
Store, organize, and transport all your tools and supplies. Electric, solid state power is variable, providing smooth starts and stops. Increase productivity while you decrease workers' compensation claims.

utility power transport
Quietly and efficiently transport all your supplies - ideal for hospitals, libraries and industrial facilities. Electric, solid state power is variable, providing smooth starts and stops. Increase productivity while you decrease workers' compensation claims.

electicians power transport
Store, organize, and transport all your tools and supplies. Electric, solid state power is variable, providing smooth starts and stops. Increase productivity while you decrease workers' compensation claims.