Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Precision Machining Solutions
Established in 1928, A.W. Brueggemann has built a legacy of precision machining solutions rooted in collaboration, quality, and customer-centric service. Our third-generation family-owned business combines decades of expertise with advanced CNC technology to deliver custom-engineered parts and reverse-engineered components. With 80% of our team boasting over 30 years of experience, we prioritize direct client engagement, ensuring faster turnarounds and cost-effective results.Specializing in Babbitt bearings and connecting rod bearings, we serve industries ranging from oil and gas to agriculture, maintaining a commitment to innovation and reliability. Our culture of problem-solving, forged by founder Art Brueggemann, ensures tailored solutions that meet evolving industrial demands while upholding midwestern values of integrity and craftsmanship.
Services
Babbitt Bearings
Connecting Rod Bearings
Reverse Engineering
CNC Production
Prototype Service
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- We offer 95 years of precision machining expertise since 1928.
- Our team collaborates directly with clients for faster, error-free results.
- We reverse-engineer custom parts using state-of-the-art CNC technology.
- We serve diverse industries including oil and gas, agriculture, and compressors.
- Our family-owned business maintains midwestern values of quality and service.
What people say
Precision-machined solutions
Timely service
Reverse engineering expertise
Durable components
Collaborative approach
Services
Babbitt Bearings
We manufacture bronze-backed, Babbitt-lined bearings for engines and compressors, ensuring durability and precision. Our bearings reduce downtime and maintenance costs for industries like oil and gas. With decades of expertise, we deliver tailored solutions that meet exact specifications.
Reverse Engineering
Our reverse engineering services recreate complex parts using advanced CNC technology. We analyze existing components to produce exact replicas or improved designs. This ensures seamless integration and reliability for critical industrial applications.
CNC Production
We produce precision-engineered parts and assemblies using state-of-the-art CNC equipment. Our process guarantees tight tolerances and high-quality finishes for industries requiring dependable components. Rapid prototyping and scalable production meet diverse client needs.
Connecting Rod Bearings
Specializing in connecting rod bearings since 1942, we provide high-performance solutions for automotive and industrial engines. Our bearings enhance operational efficiency and longevity. Backed by decades of experience, we ensure unmatched quality and fit.
Prototype Service
We develop prototypes to validate designs before full-scale production. Our team collaborates with clients to refine concepts and test functionality. This reduces costs and accelerates time-to-market for innovative industrial solutions.
People
Andrea Freeman
Owner/Manager
Andrea Freeman leads A.W. Brueggemann with a focus on customer collaboration and operational excellence. Her leadership ensures the company maintains its legacy of precision machining while adapting to modern industrial demands.
Chris Freeman
Owner/Manager
Chris Freeman oversees daily operations at A.W. Brueggemann, leveraging decades of industry experience. He prioritizes quality control and technological innovation to meet client needs efficiently.
Greg Pekrul
Owner/Manager
Greg Pekrul contributes to strategic growth at A.W. Brueggemann, emphasizing problem-solving and client relationships. His expertise ensures the company continues delivering reliable precision machining solutions.
Questions
What industries does A.W. Brueggemann serve?
We serve oil and gas, agriculture, compressor manufacturing, and other industrial sectors requiring precision-machined components.
Can you reverse-engineer obsolete parts?
Yes, our reverse engineering services recreate exact replicas or improved designs using advanced CNC technology.
How long has A.W. Brueggemann been in business?
We’ve provided precision machining solutions since 1928, spanning nearly a century of industry experience.
Do you offer custom bearing solutions?
Yes, we specialize in Babbitt bearings and connecting rod bearings tailored to specific industrial applications.
What sets A.W. Brueggemann apart from competitors?
Our family-owned legacy, direct client collaboration, and 95 years of expertise ensure unmatched quality and service.
Reviews (4)
Todd Berdit
Dec 20, 2021
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Fantastic service and amazing quality. Thanks to the machinist Roger, and the woman running the front of the store for staying late for me to pick up a part I needed. I appreciate you both.
Jared Johnson
Dec 13, 2019
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This place is awesome, customer service is phenomenal, they went above and beyond to help me out with some parts I needed in a pinch.
Anthony Tafoya
Nov 06, 2019
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Great service and friendly staff. Very educated and will bend over backwards to help a customers on last minute projects!
Angie Garrett
Apr 17, 2018
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Great service, they go above and beyond to help. And if they can't help with what you need, they will tell you exactly where to go!