Our Story
Precision Portable Machining Services In-Place… Any Place in the World
In-Place Machining Company designs and develops specialized machine tool systems and provides precision on-site Portable Machining Services as well as optical and laser alignment, measurement, and large scale cutting & drilling to a wide range of industries. Our expertise also includes R-stamp Certified Welding, Metalstitch® Cold Cast Iron Repair, custom engineering, and shaft or journal repair without shaft rotation.
About Us
With over 50 years of experience, In-Place Machining Company (IPM) is a trusted leader in field machining, machine shop services, precision alignment & metrology, and specialized repair services for power generation, hydro, wind, marine, steel, manufacturing, general industrial, and heavy infrastructure sectors worldwide. In 2025, IPM was recognized by GE Vernova, a global energy technology leader, as a Best-in-Class Vendor—reflecting our consistent delivery of safety, quality, precision, and reliability across a broad range of industries.
Our Scale and Reach
We employ over 460 skilled professionals stationed across 18 strategic service hubs throughout the United States and Canada, enabling rapid response and local expertise wherever you need us—in place, any place in the world. IPM can mobilize fast and respond to emergencies and critical timelines, whether on-site or at one of our regional machine shops equipped with large capacity state-of-the-art equipment.
Unmatched Equipment and Expertise
IPM boasts one of the largest inventories of dedicated portable machining and precision measurement systems in the world. Our heavy-duty, modular machine tools and custom engineering capabilities empower us to handle complex field machining and repair challenges that many others simply cannot.
Supporting this unparalleled equipment is the world’s largest team of full-time field technicians, highly trained and safety-certified, who bring deep expertise and hands-on experience to every project.
Proven Track Record
Over the decades, IPM has successfully completed thousands of critical on-site projects—from the Hoover Dam and San Francisco Bay Bridge to Hydro Tasmania and Milwaukee’s Miller Park. Our pioneering work has been featured in major publications including CNN Money Magazine and Fortune Magazine, highlighting our proven track record of delivering precision machining solutions in the most demanding environments and under the toughest conditions.
Growing and Innovating
As industries evolve, so do we. IPM is continually growing—adding new talent, expanding our capabilities, and introducing smarter solutions to meet the changing needs of our customers. It’s how we stay ahead and keep delivering best-in-class service to our customers across various high-stakes industries we serve.
Our Customers
We Work for the Best and are Proud to Serve our Customers with the level of Excellence and Quality they count on
Our Certifications
IPM continually invests in maintaining and adding specific industry certifications in order to provide the best-in-class service and responsiveness.
Careers
Find available openings and job postings that can fit your career goals. Join one of the best employers in the industry with outstanding benefits.
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Contact IPM Today to See How We Can Help You
Discover the advantage of working with an industry partner with over 40 years of machining experience.
