Peddinghaus

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Overview

Peddinghaus Corporation is a manufacturer of structural steel and plate fabrication machinery, established in 1903 and recognized globally for machine tool technology in the metalworking industry. The company produces CNC equipment and fabrication machinery including drill lines, angle lines, plate machines, thermal-cutting machines, and related equipment. Peddinghaus operates four international manufacturing facilities and maintains a network of sales and service offices worldwide, with over 450 skilled professionals supporting customers across multiple time zones.

History

Paul F. Peddinghaus founded the company in Gevelsberg, Germany in 1903 with 23 employees, initially producing drop forged anvils and hammers. His son Paul C. Peddinghaus took over in 1930 and shifted focus toward innovative structural steel fabrication equipment. In 1974, Dr. Carl U. Peddinghaus guided the company through significant growth and was instrumental in developing benchmark CNC beam drill and saw line products. The fourth generation of family management began in 2001 with Carl G. "Anton" Peddinghaus managing U.S. operations and Julia C. "Cilla" Peddinghaus overseeing European operations.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
CNC Beam Drill and Saw Lines	High-precision structural steel processing	$500,000 - $2,000,000
Angle Lines	Structural angle fabrication equipment	$300,000 - $1,500,000
Plate Machines	Heavy plate processing and fabrication	$400,000 - $1,800,000
Thermal-Cutting and Coping Machines	Precision cutting and shaping equipment	$250,000 - $1,200,000
CNC Layout Marking Machines	Automated marking and layout systems	$150,000 - $600,000
Structural Band Saws	Cutting equipment for structural steel	$80,000 - $400,000
Ironworkers	Multi-function fabrication equipment	$120,000 - $500,000
Raptor 3D CAD/CAM Software	Design and manufacturing software integration	$10,000 - $50,000

Manufacturing

Peddinghaus manufactures the majority of its CNC equipment in the United States at its Bradley, Illinois headquarters and Andrews, South Carolina facility. European manufacturing, sales, and customer service operations are based in Gevelsberg, Germany. All machines are hand-assembled, and the company partners with major suppliers including Siemens, Hypertherm, Parker, and Schneeberger for component sourcing on a global scale.

Notable Products

CNC Beam Drill Lines - Automated drilling and processing systems for structural steel beams, considered a benchmark product in the industry.
CNC Beam Saw Lines - Precision cutting equipment for structural steel, developed as a core product line in the 1970s.
Plate Machines - Heavy-duty equipment for processing and fabricating structural plate materials.
Thermal-Cutting Machines - Oxy-fuel and plasma cutting systems for precise structural steel shaping.
Raptor 3D CAD/CAM Software - Integrated design and manufacturing software for optimizing fabrication workflows.

Reputation

Peddinghaus equipment is recognized worldwide for durability, power, and speed in structural steel fabrication. The brand maintains a strong reputation for quality construction and hand-assembled machines built to withstand extended operational use. Customers report increased shop productivity and profitability from Peddinghaus equipment. The company is known for comprehensive warranty, training, and service support programs, though specific criticisms or limitations are not documented in available sources.

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