Mike Ryan
Mike ryan
CEO
Our CEO Michael Ryan began his machinery career in 1981 and has since devoted his business life to Mac-Tech’s customers and, employees while personally passionate in his devotion to his wife, Julie, of 43 years and his 9 adored grandchildren.
- Zamboni Driver 1979 to 1981
- Elmhurst University class of 1981-Economics
- Ryerson Steel 1981 to 1983
- Swanson machinery 1983 to 1984
- Co-founder Mac-Tech since 1984
OEM Punch Holder Height Compatibility Reduces Setup Time, Scrap
Pat O’Neill explains how standardizing OEM punch holder height compatibility streamlines coil-fed forming operations by reducing setup time and minimizing trial adjustments. With consistent tooling heights, operators achieve better forming accuracy, more stable hit-to-hit performance, and fewer dimensional errors that drive scrap. The article emphasizes making smarter forming and coil-fed system choices to boost throughput, improve line reliability, and maintain quality across runs while lowering downtime and material waste. Pat O’Neill National Product Manager / Regional Sales Executive, Mac-Tech pat@mac-tech.com | 414-232-7929Resolving Clamping Issues in Rytech Press Brakes
In “Resolving Clamping Issues in Rytech Press Brakes,” Nicole Salato offers strategies for fabrication shops to prevent breakdowns, replace worn parts, and plan reliable service schedules. Contact: Nicole Salato Service & Parts Lead – Mac-Tech nicole@mac-tech.comMidwestern Manufacturers Choose 12kW HSG Lasers for Efficient Thick Plate Cutting: Real Data on Speed, Energy, and Edge Quality
Kyle Bialozynski’s article highlights Midwestern manufacturers opting for 12kW HSG lasers to enhance thick plate cutting. With field expertise, Kyle emphasizes smart fabrication solutions and customer satisfaction. Kyle Bialozynski – Sales Executive, Mac-Tech kyle@mac-tech.com | 414-704-8413Boost ROI: Mac-Tech’s Advanced Fabrication Solutions & Section 179
Dave Graf, Regional Sales Executive at Mac-Tech, highlights how advanced fabrication solutions enhance ROI for structural steel decision-makers in oil & gas, shipbuilding, and construction. He emphasizes leveraging Section 179 tax benefits, positioning himself as the go-to expert for complete automation solutions.Iowa Centers Enhance Output with Akyapak Drill Lines for Precision
Iowa centers boost structural output using Akyapak drill lines. Multi-spindle drills and automated tool changers enhance accuracy and efficiency, cutting costs. Contact Mac-Tech: 888-MAC-9555Ermaksan Press Brakes Give Shipyards Precise Control on Large Hull Plate
See how advanced forming technology boosts hull quality, cuts rework, and de-risks capital planning for modern shipyards. Joe Ryan President, Mac-Tech joe@mac-tech.com | 414-477-8772 | 888-MAC-9555Manual Lever Express Clamps Cut Press Brake Changeover Time
Pat O’Neill explains how manual lever express clamps can reduce press brake changeover time, helping shops maintain higher throughput and more consistent part quality. By simplifying tool clamping and improving setup repeatability, operators can hold forming accuracy, minimize handling errors, and cut scrap and rework. The article emphasizes choosing forming solutions and coil-fed system approaches that support fast, reliable transitions between jobs, strengthening overall line reliability and responsiveness. Pat O’Neill National Product Manager / Regional Sales Executive, Mac-Tech pat@mac-tech.com | 414-232-7929Optimize ROI with Ermaksan Press Brakes: Precision & Section 179 Savings
John Perry guides buyers to boost efficiency and profits by choosing the right Ermaksan press brake, highlighting precision and Section 179 tax savings.Phased Upgrades to Integrated Cells, Lower Risk
Learn how phased upgrades to integrated cells cut risk, modernize fabrication, and boost ROI with practical steps from Mac-Tech VP Adam Quoss.ROI Beyond the Machine: Handling Time, Deburr, Scheduling Discipline
Kyle Bialozynski draws on shop-floor experience to guide customer-first fabrication upgrades, tackling handling time, deburr, and scheduling discipline. Kyle Bialozynski – Sales Executive, Mac-Tech kyle@mac-tech.com | 414-704-8413Ermaksan High-Tonnage Press Brakes: Strategic Advantage for Wind Tower Fabricators
Discover how high-tonnage press brakes sharpen competitiveness, cut bottlenecks, and de-risk big-capacity investments for wind tower shops. Joe Ryan President, Mac-Tech joe@mac-tech.com | 414-477-8772 | 888-MAC-9555Faster, Safer Setup with Sectional Express Clamps Upper Beam
Pat O’Neill explains how Sectional Express Clamps for the upper beam speed setup while improving safety and consistency in coil-fed roll forming. By stabilizing tooling alignment and reducing manual adjustments, the clamps help achieve more accurate forming, fewer defects, and lower scrap rates. He emphasizes that smarter forming choices and well-integrated coil-fed system decisions increase throughput, minimize unplanned downtime, and strengthen overall line reliability, making changeovers faster and production more predictable. Pat O’Neill National Product Manager / Regional Sales Executive, Mac-Tech pat@mac-tech.com | 414-232-7929












