About Franklin Machine Co. In Franklin, NC
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The History of Franklin Machine Co. In Franklin, NC
Franklin Machine Co. has been the region’s most trusted steel fabrication, welding, and truck repair shop since 1940. What started as a local machine shop serving the contractors, farmers, and builders of Macon County has grown over 85 years into the most capable full-service steel and fabrication facility in Western North Carolina. Our 28,000 sq ft workshop, equipped with large-capacity cranes and staffed by 15 full-time certified professionals, handles everything from structural steel and custom fabrication to truck bed installation and diesel engine repair, all under one roof.
Why You Can Trust Franklin Machine Co.
When you bring a job to Franklin Machine Co., you're working with one of the most credentialed shops in the region. Our certifications aren't just badges on a wall; they represent the training, testing, and standards that contractors, municipalities, and fleet operators require before trusting a shop with their work.
NCDOT Welding Certification
Structural Steel Welding
Certification
ASE-Certified Master Technicians
ASA-Certified Technicians
Fully Bonded and Insured
Our Mission at Franklin Machine Co. in Franklin, NC
Franklin Machine Co. in Franklin, NC, exists to be the most capable and trusted steel, fabrication, and truck shop serving Franklin and the surrounding communities of Western North Carolina. Our mission is simple: deliver durable solutions, honest service, and 85 years of expertise to the contractors, businesses, and individuals who build and maintain this region. We’re not a franchise or a chain. We’re 85 years deep in the same facility, serving the people who call these mountains home.
The Values Behind Franklin Machine Co. In Franklin, NC
These are the principles that have guided Franklin Machine Co. in Franklin, NC, since 1940 and still guide every job we take on today:
Mountain-Crafted Quality: We approach every project with a dedication to excellence, honoring traditional metalworking techniques while embracing innovation to deliver results built to last.
Family & Community: As a family-owned business for generations, we treat our customers, employees, and neighbors with respect and integrity, building relationships that endure.
Reliability: When we give our word, we deliver and complete projects on time, on budget, and to specification, earning trust through consistent performance.
Resourceful Problem-Solving: With decades of experience and ingenuity, we tackle challenges of any size with creative solutions and practical know-how.
Why Contractors Choose Franklin Machine Co. In Franklin, NC
Contractors, builders, fleet owners, municipalities, and homeowners across Western North Carolina choose Franklin Machine Co. in Franklin, NC, for one simple reason: nobody else in the region offers this combination of experience, capability, and credibility:
85 Years of Proven Excellence: Since 1940, we’ve built our reputation on consistent quality, serving generations of customers throughout Western NC, North Georgia, and Upstate South Carolina.
Comprehensive Capabilities: With our 28,000 sq. ft. facility, large-capacity equipment, and team of 15 skilled professionals, we handle projects from massive commercial structures to custom one-off pieces.
Family-Owned, Community-Focused: As a family business with deep Appalachian roots, we understand the region, its people, and their needs better than anyone else.
One-Stop Steel & Metal Resource: From fabrication and installation to repairs and retail supplies, we provide complete solutions that save you time, money, and hassle.