Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Industrial Equipment Installation & Custom Fabrication Services
Founded in 1936 during the Great Depression, Westmont Engineering has evolved into a leader in industrial equipment installation and custom fabrication. Our founders commitment to excellence laid the groundwork for decades of innovation, serving food, beverage, and manufacturing clients nationwide. We have consistently expanded our capabilities, integrating state-of-the-art fabrication equipment like high-definition plasma tables and beamlines to enhance precision and efficiency. Our specialized clean design platforms meet stringent hygienic standards while reducing installation time. With over 85 years of experience, we prioritize real-time problem-solving, empowering our skilled teams to deliver tailored solutions.Safety remains central to our approach, reinforced by ongoing training and industry-leading protocols. Our reputation for reliability and client-centric service has strengthened through partnerships with companies like CRRC and United Sugars, where our responsiveness and technical expertise have resolved critical operational challenges. We remain a family-owned business dedicated to fostering long-term trust and success for our clients and employees alike.
Services
Structural Fabrication
Conveyor Installation
Laser Alignment
Clean Design Platforms
Service & Maintenance
Emergency Repairs
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1936
Highlights and features
- We offer 85+ years of experience in industrial equipment installation.
- Our team delivers time-sensitive solutions for complex projects.
- We prioritize safety with ongoing training and industry protocols.
- We provide clean design structural platforms for hygienic environments.
- Our in-house fabrication capabilities ensure precision and efficiency.
Associations and certifications
- ISNetworld
- Avetta
- BROWZ
What people say
Strong business partner
Safety better than anyone
No lost production
Time-sensitive solution
Great partnership
Services
Structural Fabrication
Westmont Engineering designs and fabricates custom structural components using advanced beamlines and plasma tables. Our in-house capabilities ensure precise, durable solutions for industrial projects, from platforms to complex support systems. Clients benefit from faster deployment and reduced costs through optimized production workflows.
Conveyor Installation
We install conveyor systems tailored to clients' production needs, from simple chutes to automated turntables. With expertise dating to 1936, we ensure seamless integration with existing infrastructure, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency for food, beverage, and manufacturing facilities.
Clean Design Platforms
Our clean design platforms meet FDA and USDA standards for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical environments. These structures feature non-porous materials and easy-clean surfaces while maintaining structural integrity. Reduced installation time accelerates project completion without compromising safety or hygiene.
Laser Alignment
Laser alignment ensures machinery operates with sub-millimeter accuracy, preventing wear and optimizing performance. We use digital layout tools to align conveyors, rotating equipment, and production lines, ensuring long-term reliability and minimizing maintenance needs for industrial clients.
Service & Maintenance
Westmont provides rapid-response maintenance for urgent equipment failures, prioritizing safety and minimal downtime. Our technicians handle repairs, upgrades, and preventive maintenance across diverse industrial systems, supported by in-house fabrication and 24/7 availability for critical issues.
People
Mike Groat
Vice President
As Vice President, Mike Groat oversees operations and strategic growth. With decades of industry experience, he ensures Westmont maintains its commitment to safety, precision, and client satisfaction through continuous innovation in fabrication and installation practices.
John Oswald
Project Management
John Oswald manages complex installations, translating client needs into actionable plans. His expertise in project execution ensures timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met while coordinating teams across fabrication, logistics, and on-site operations.
Dan Pappageorge
Project Management
Dan Pappageorge specializes in streamlining large-scale projects from design to completion. He focuses on risk mitigation and resource optimization, ensuring seamless execution for clients in food processing and manufacturing sectors requiring precise equipment integration.
Charles Powell
Project Management
Charles Powell brings decades of technical knowledge to manage structural fabrication projects. He collaborates closely with engineers and field crews to deliver solutions that meet hygienic standards while adhering to tight deadlines and budget constraints.
Ed Carroll
Shop Foreman
Ed Carroll supervises fabrication operations, ensuring precision in every component. His leadership in implementing quality control processes guarantees that structural elements and machinery meet exact technical specifications before on-site installation.
Questions
What industries does Westmont Engineering serve?
We specialize in serving food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing sectors nationwide with custom fabrication and installation solutions.
Can Westmont handle urgent equipment repairs?
Yes, we offer rapid-response emergency repair services 24/7 to minimize downtime for critical industrial operations.
Are your structural platforms hygienic for food processing?
Our clean design platforms meet FDA/USDA standards with non-porous materials and easy-clean surfaces for food safety compliance.
Do you have experience with conveyor systems?
Westmont has installed conveyors since 1936, including automated systems for USPS and customized solutions for diverse industrial applications.
What safety certifications do you hold?
We maintain memberships with ISNetworld, Avetta, and BROWZ, reflecting our commitment to industry-leading safety protocols and training.
How long does fabrication typically take?
Our in-house beamlines and plasma tables enable faster production cycles, with timelines determined by project complexity and client deadlines.
Reviews (4)
Jason Lyon
Sep 09, 2021
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Worked directly with Charles on a large scale and highly complex crane install. His team was hardworking and extremely knowledgeable. We will definitely be using them again in future projects.
Jim Smith
Jul 21, 2021
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Highly recommended. We use Westmont Engineering for a variety of projects at my plant. Their expertise and industry knowledge are crucial components to their successes. They get my highest marks for design, fabrication, safety, delivery, and installations.
Whitney Queen-Redmond
Jul 17, 2021
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Westmont Engineering is the real deal! I'm the Executive Assistant for the President of one of the Midwest's leading crane and hoist companies. We use Westmont as our prime subcontractor on many large jobs and honestly, they are great. They are always our first call for any mechanical engineering and installation work. A great, quality company to work with!
Kris Komorn
Jul 13, 2021
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The professionalism and attention to detail provided at every step of each order is the reason Dahme Mechanical Industries, Inc. continues to use Westmont Engineering for all of our miscellaneous metals fabrications!
