Founded in Kent in 1924 as C.L. Gougler Machine Company, Furukawa Rock Drill USA is a long-established manufacturer whose roots run from machining and injection molding to pneumatic tools. The company became FRD USA through a 1987 partnership with Furukawa and now serves construction, quarrying, mining, and industrial customers from its North American operations.
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Gill Rock Drill Company, IncFounded in 1915 by Fred A. Gill, Gill Rock Drill Company is a family-owned drilling-equipment and tooling manufacturer based in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. It serves customers across the Eastern United States and is known for custom drilling-tool production and its Gill Beetle drill; although Gill Beetle production has halted, the company still manufactures parts for machines in service.LEBANON, PA
Kodiak MachineFounded in 1984 by Arthur Gaudet, Kodiak Machine is a family company that grew from a two-person basement partnership into an established machining business. Kodiak is known for its expertise in machining and makes parts for demanding customers in fields such as medical technology and military work. Its facility expanded from 5,000 to more than 12,000 square feet in 2008.MOGADORE, OH
Fryer Machine Systems, IncFounded in 1982 by Larry Fryer, Fryer Machine Systems designs and builds CNC machine tools at its Patterson, New York facility. The family-owned company began manufacturing its own machines in 1994 and now produces more than 50 models, including custom-configured equipment built to order for manufacturers across a range of industries. Fryer supports its machines with factory training, technical service, and a stocked parts operation.PATTERSON, NY
Pennsylvania Drilling CompanyWith roots reaching back to a 1900 drilling company, family-owned Pennsylvania Drilling Company combines contract drilling with in-house manufacturing for foundation construction. Its McKees Rocks machine shop makes PennDrill casing and tooling, while the Winchester division builds Colcrete grouting equipment; crews also take on environmental and foundation investigations, including difficult-access work. The company introduced the PennDrill line in 1947 and now operates manufacturing divisions in Pennsylvania and Virginia, along with a U.K. division acquired in 2021.MCKEES ROCKS, PA