Grotnes & Nova Sidera to Exhibit Advanced Metalforming Machines at FABTECH USA 2025

Grotnes is heading to FABTECH USA 2025, North America’s premier event for metalforming, fabricating, welding and finishing. From Sept. 8–11, Grotnes will be showcasing our latest metalforming innovations alongside Italian partner Nova Sidera at Booth #A3181 in Chicago’s McCormick Place. This year’s booth will feature rolling video displays, onsite demonstrations and Grotnes team members ready to talk […]
Introducing the Grotnes Service & Spares Club

Unplanned downtime is an inconvenience and can be a direct hit to productivity, profitability and your reputation. That’s why Grotnes has launched the Grotnes Service & Spares Club, a preventative maintenance program designed to keep your equipment running smoothly and safely, day in and day out. Why Join the Grotnes Service & Spares Club? When […]
Meet Grotnes in Booth 3333 at FABTECH Mexico 2025

Grotnes is thrilled to announce our presence at FABTECH Mexico 2025, happening May 6–8 at Cintermex in Monterrey, Nuevo León. As one of North America’s largest manufacturers of expanding and metalforming machinery, Grotnes will be at Booth 3333, showcasing how our suite of advanced equipment continues to drive results across industries, from aerospace and automotive to […]
Grotnes to Showcase Aerospace Metalforming Expertise at the 40th Space Symposium

A pioneering leader in metalforming technology for more than 125 years, Grotnes is excited to announce our participation in the 40th Space Symposium, taking place April 7–10 at the The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This prestigious event brings together key players from the aerospace industry, including manufacturers, engineers and decision-makers shaping the future of […]
Grotnes Advances Oil Filter Production with Bead Roller Station

Grotnes is at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions in metal forming, and our oil housing bead roller station is a first-class example of excellence in the field. This high-speed roll forming machine is designed to create flawless inward beads on filter bodies and integrate seamlessly with a manufacturer’s existing conveyor systems. An Eye for […]
Introducing the Grotnes W Beader for 55-Gallon Drums

At Grotnes, our commitment to innovation and precision in metalforming equipment spans more than 125 years. Our W Beader machine exemplifies this commitment by offering a seamless solution for forming the “W” bead on 55-gallon (210L) drums in a single process. Let’s take a closer look at what makes this machine a game-changer in drum […]
Grotnes Crafts Advanced Spinning Technology for Metal Tubes

When forming the end diameter transition for exhaust components such as catalytic converters or resonators, tube spinning stands out as a highly cost-effective solution for manufacturers. At Grotnes, our advanced spinning technology excels in this application and others, offering versatile solutions for creating concentric, eccentric and oblique shapes through our vertical spinners, concentric spinners and […]
Discover the Precision and Versatility of Grotnes’ Rotary Roll Forming Technology

Grotnes’ rotary roll forming technology is a cutting-edge cold forming process used to create precise profiles in straight-sided cylinders or rings. This technique involves rolling blanks — made from tubing, pipe or coiled and welded flat banks — between male and female dies mounted on parallel spindles. As the dies rotate, they move together at […]
Grotnes’ Machine Shop Welcomes New Customers

At Grotnes, we understand the critical role precision machining plays in modern manufacturing. As a leader in the industry, we offer comprehensive in-house capabilities, designed to meet clients’ and our own needs. The path to establishing our state-of-the-art machine shop was driven by necessity and innovation, particularly highlighted during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, […]
Grotnes Designs 702 Shell Nester for the Knock Down Drum Industry

In the heart of the industrial packaging sector, knock down drums are major part of the steel drum industry for storage and transportation solutions. These drums are designed to be disassembled, with their components — shell, top and bottom — laid flat for efficient shipping and storage. When the drums are needed for use, they’re […]