ITEM 5.02. DEPARTURE OF DIRECTORS OR CERTAIN OFFICERS; ELECTION OF DIRECTORS; APPOINTMENT OF CERTAIN OFFICERS; COMPENSATORY ARRANGEMENTS OF CERTAIN OFFICERS.

On September 25, 2009, the Registrant filed a press release which announced the retirement of the Registrant's Chief Executive Officer and his resignation as a director. In addition, the press release also announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer and two new directors..

ITEM 9.01. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS.

(a) None.

(b) None.

(c) None.

(d) Exhibits.

10.1 January 1, 2009 agreement between Registrant and Kerry L. Woody

10.2 September 25, 2009 agreement between Registrant and Kerry L. Woody

99.1 September 25, 2009 Press Release

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Registrant has duly caused this Current Report on Form 8-K to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

LADISH CO., INC. Date: September 25, 2009 By: /s/ Wayne E. Larsen Wayne E. Larsen Vice President Law/Finance & Secretary

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