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Texas Machine Shop

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Texas Machine Shop

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136 years of experience

Texas Machine Shop offers forklift and hydraulic cylinder repairs, pump and gear box repairs, metal parts machining and fabrication, compactor and baler repairs, and welding repair and fabrication in Texarkana, TX and surrounding areas. You often find personable repair crews and quality service, but you don’t often find both under the same roof. In business since 1889, Texas Machine Shop has seen many changes over the years - we started working on steam engines back in the late 1800's and now we repair everything from trailers, balers, and heavy equipment to machine parts and hydraulic cylinders. We have worked with the following industries: waste management, heavy equipment rentals, aerospace technology, oil and gas industry, water companies; farmers, and many more.

Texas Machine Shop offers forklift and hydraulic cylinder repairs, pump and gear box repairs, metal parts machining and fabrication, compactor and baler repairs, and welding repair and fabrication in Texarkana, TX and surrounding areas. You often find personable repair crews and quality service, but you don’t often find both under the same roof. In business since 1889, Texas Machine Shop has seen many changes over the years - we started working on steam engines back in the late 1800's and now we repair everything from trailers, balers, and heavy equipment to machine parts and hydraulic cylinders. We have worked with the following industries: waste management, heavy equipment rentals, aerospace technology, oil and gas industry, water companies; farmers, and many more.





ACME Ironworks

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ACME Ironworks

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21 years of experience

ACME Ironworks specializes in Eastern Cedar and wrought iron fencing. We also offer a variety of fabricated E-coated steel fencing products and automated gate solutions.

ACME Ironworks specializes in Eastern Cedar and wrought iron fencing. We also offer a variety of fabricated E-coated steel fencing products and automated gate solutions.





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Welding questions, answered by experts

Lally columns are named after their founder, John Lally, who owned a construction company in the 1800s. He invented the columns as a means of providing temporary support for beams and rafters in homes his company was renovating. The original Lally columns were also made of steel, although the inventory used a thicker gauge metal, which provided additional support for larger projects and long-term structural solutions.

A steel beam is stronger than a wood beam and requires fewer vertical supports underneath, which means it’s a better option for larger structures or if you want an open space under your home that doesn’t have posts as obstructions. However, steel I-beams cost more than wood ones, and they can be difficult to install retroactively, as getting them into the basement area can be challenging, if not impossible.

Choosing the right metal fabricator for your project begins with research. Find a reputable fabrication company by searching for reputable contractors in your area, and then reviewing photos of their previous work, customer reviews, and photos of the company’s workshop.

Once you’ve narrowed down the list, contact the companies to ask about the types of metal fabrication projects they specialize and inquire about guarantees and warranties on workmanship. You should also ensure the company uses high-quality material, and ask about the schedule and turnaround time for your proposed project.

Yes, professional fabricators can create custom pieces, including railings, sculptures, signage, and architectural elements.

Beams made out of traditional lumber can often only span 8 to 12 feet without requiring vertical supports, so if you want a wider opening to create a more open floor plan, you might need an LVL beam. LVL beams can span up to around 30 feet without the need for load-bearing walls or vertical supports underneath, making them a better option for keeping your home as open and airy as possible.

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