Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Sheet Metal Fabrication Partner in Kansas City
Central Industrial Sheet Metal Works has been a trusted name in the sheet metal fabrication and industrial maintenance industry since 1924. Founded by Gustav Blaich, a German immigrant with a vision for excellence, our company has grown from a small gutter shop into a full-service provider serving the Kansas City metro area. Over four generations, our family-owned business has maintained a commitment to precision craftsmanship, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Our team of skilled engineers, fabricators, and maintenance technicians specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing architectural and industrial metal products tailored to exact specifications. With 24-hour emergency support and a focus on materials like stainless steel, aluminum, and galvanized steel, we serve diverse industries including manufacturing, food processing, and commercial construction.Our decades-long partnerships with local organizations and major companies underscore our dedication to quality and integrity. We operate from the same historic building in Kansas City's West Bottoms, combining century-old expertise with modern technology to deliver superior results. Our services include computer-aided design, welding, plasma cutting, and comprehensive plant maintenance programs. Recognized for quick turnaround times and meticulous attention to detail, we continue to uphold the core values established by our founder while adapting to evolving industry demands.
Services
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Plant Maintenance
Welding Services
Architectural Metal Products
Industrial Metal Fabrication
Stainless Steel Specialist
Emergency Repairs
Computer-Aided Design
Metal Installation
Facility Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1924
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1924 with four generations of industry expertise
- 24-hour emergency support during manufacturing breakdowns
- Skilled craftsmen specializing in stainless steel and industrial metals
- Full-service fabrication shop with computer-aided design capabilities
- Decades-long relationships with major Kansas City manufacturers
Services
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Custom design and fabrication of industrial and architectural metal components using stainless steel, aluminum, and galvanized materials. Our precision manufacturing capabilities include computer-aided design, plasma cutting, and complex welding for commercial and industrial applications. Serving Kansas City since 1924 with fast turnaround times and exact specifications.
Plant Maintenance
Comprehensive facility maintenance programs for manufacturing plants and industrial operations. Our services include equipment repair, production flow optimization, and emergency component replacement with 24-hour support. Specializing in metal tool maintenance and system upgrades for continuous operational efficiency.
Welding Services
Full-service welding solutions including gas tungsten arc, metal arc, and resistance welding for industrial applications. Our certified welders work with stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals to create durable, precision-finished products meeting strict industry standards for quality and safety.
Architectural Metal Products
Custom fabrication of architectural sheet metal elements for commercial buildings. Offering coping caps, flashings, curtainwall systems, and decorative metalwork in materials like copper, zinc, and stainless steel. Each project combines aesthetic appeal with structural integrity for lasting installations.
Emergency Repairs
Around-the-clock emergency repair services for industrial facilities facing production-critical breakdowns. Our rapid response team provides immediate solutions for metal equipment failures, facility maintenance emergencies, and urgent fabrication needs with minimal operational disruption.
People
Gustav Blaich
Founder
German immigrant who established Central Industrial Sheet Metal in 1924. His vision transformed a small gutter shop into a leading sheet metal fabrication company serving Kansas City's industrial sector.
Scott Blaich
Former President
Third-generation leader who guided the company through modernization efforts from 1995 until retirement in 2008. Maintained family commitment to quality while expanding service capabilities.
Matt Blaich
Current Owner
Fourth-generation owner continuing the family legacy of excellence in sheet metal fabrication. Focuses on maintaining traditional craftsmanship while adopting modern technological advancements.
Chris Blaich
Current Owner
Fourth-generation leader preserving core values while expanding industrial maintenance services. Ensures continued commitment to personalized client relationships and precision manufacturing standards.
Questions
What services does Central Industrial Sheet Metal offer?
We provide sheet metal fabrication, plant maintenance, welding services, architectural metal products, and 24-hour emergency repair support for industrial and commercial clients.
How long has the company been in business?
Central Industrial Sheet Metal has served Kansas City since 1924, operating continuously for nearly a century as a family-owned business.
Do you offer emergency repair services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency support for manufacturing breakdowns and urgent facility maintenance needs with rapid response teams available at all times.
What materials do you work with?
Our fabrication capabilities include stainless steel, aluminum, galvanized steel, copper, brass, and composite materials for both industrial and architectural applications.
Are you a family-owned business?
Yes, we've remained family-owned for four generations since our founding by Gustav Blaich in 1924, maintaining personal oversight of all operations.
What industries do you serve?
We support manufacturing facilities, food processing plants, commercial construction projects, and industrial operations throughout the Kansas City metro area.
