The U.S. has historically housed a robust industrial machinery manufacturing base, and that remains true today. Machine tools, pumps, conveying systems, dies and molds, and hundreds of other specialized systems keep factories moving and packaging lines productive across the country. Tariff policy continues to shape the sector, raising input costs for some producers while incentivizing others to bring critical manufacturing capacity back home.
This update looks at where the industry stands today, examining employment, ownership, and geographic concentration alongside the largest industrial machinery manufacturers operating in the country.
Vital Statistics on the U.S. Industrial Machinery Industry
According to MNI, compiler and publisher of the industrial data that powers IndustrySelect, there are currently about 40,800 industrial machinery and equipment manufacturers operating in the U.S. Together, they employ 1.8 million workers, up nearly 1 percent over the past year, making it among the largest manufacturing industries in the nation.
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Total reported sales among U.S. industrial machinery manufacturers stand at $1.4 trillion. Industrial machinery producers are major exporters, with 39 percent reporting international distribution, compared to 29 percent across all manufacturing sectors, while 13 percent import raw materials, compared to 11 percent across all manufacturing sectors.
Facilities report an average square footage of 114,000, and the average company has been in business for 45 years. 2% of industrial machinery companies are women-owned, while 1% report minority ownership.
Top 10 Industrial Machinery Manufacturers in the U.S.A.
| Company | City | State | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dell EMC | Hopkinton | MA | 10,000 |
| Micron Technology, Inc. | Boise | ID | 10,000 |
| IBM Corp. | Research Triangle Park | NC | 8,000 |
| Apple, Inc. | Austin | TX | 7,000 |
| Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. | Waller | TX | 7,000 |
| Intel Corp. | Chandler | AZ | 6,300 |
| Jet Propulsion Laboratory | Pasadena | CA | 6,000 |
| IBM Corp., Data Systems Div. | Poughkeepsie | NY | 5,000 |
| Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Div. | Crane | IN | 5,000 |
About the Top 10 Industrial Machinery Manufacturers in the U.S.A.
1. Dell EMC (Hopkinton, MA)
Dell EMC, a division of Dell Technologies, focuses on enterprise hardware and software for data storage and retrieval. Established in 1998, the Hopkinton facility employs 10,000 and serves as both headquarters and a major R&D center for the company’s storage solutions, distributing nationally.
2. Micron Technology, Inc. (Boise, ID)
Micron Technology, founded in 1978, is a global leader in memory and semiconductor technology. From its Boise headquarters, the company’s 10,000 employees develop and manufacture DRAM components, NAND flash memory, and solid-state drives under its Lexar and Crucial brands, distribute internationally, and hold ISO 14001 certification.
3. IBM Corp. (Research Triangle Park, NC)
IBM’s Research Triangle Park site employs 8,000 and serves as a hub for software development, data analytics, and cloud systems. Founded in 1911, the ISO 9001-certified facility distributes internationally and remains one of the longest-standing names in American computing and technology manufacturing.
4. Apple, Inc. (Austin, TX)
Apple’s growing Austin presence employs 7,000 and supports hardware assembly, testing, and design for its Mac and tablet lines, including the MacBook Pro and iMac, while also serving as a regional corporate center.
5. Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. (Waller, TX)
Daikin operates one of the largest HVAC manufacturing campuses in the country from its 4.1-million-square-foot Waller, Texas facility, employing 7,000 to produce residential and light commercial air conditioners and furnaces under its VRV brand, and distributes nationally.
6. Intel Corp. (Chandler, AZ)
Intel’s Chandler facility has served as a key semiconductor manufacturing center since the company’s founding in 1968. Its 6,300 employees supply microcomputer chips for computing and data center applications, and the facility distributes internationally.
7. Jet Propulsion Laboratory (Pasadena, CA)
Operated by Caltech for NASA, JPL is a national research and development center specializing in robotics, spacecraft engineering, and planetary exploration systems. Founded in 1936, the lab employs 6,000 scientists and engineers, distributes nationally, and reports sales over $2 billion.
8. IBM Corp., Data Systems Div. (Poughkeepsie, NY)
IBM’s Poughkeepsie facility employs 5,000 to design and manufacture data processing equipment and multiple-chip computer modules. The 4.2-million-square-foot site carries a legacy in high-performance computing production and reports sales over $200 million.
9. Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Div. (Crane, IN)
Located in Crane, Indiana, the Crane Division of the Naval Surface Warfare Center focuses on naval prototypes, electronic systems, and special warfare weapons technology. Established in 1941, the ISO 9002-certified facility employs 5,000 military and civilian personnel and reports $1.2 billion in annual sales, distributing nationally.
10. Trane Technologies Co., LLC (Tyler, TX)
Trane Technologies’ Tyler, Texas plant employs 5,000 at a major production site for residential air conditioning units and compressors, part of the company’s broader portfolio of climate and HVAC solutions. Established in 1907, the 1-million-square-foot facility distributes internationally.
Where Are Industrial Machinery Manufacturers Located?
The greater Midwest accounts for 38 percent of the nation’s industrial machinery manufacturers, followed by the South with 28 percent. The East Coast and Pacific/Mountain regions each account for 17 percent.
Top States for Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
California leads the nation with 3,218 companies, or 7.9 percent of the industry, supported by a strong base of automation, robotics, and clean-energy equipment makers. Michigan follows with 2,892 companies, or 7.1 percent, drawing on its deep automotive manufacturing legacy in tooling and powertrain systems. Texas ranks third with 2,856 companies, or 7.0 percent, serving the state’s energy, construction, and agricultural industries.
Other top industrial machinery states include:
• Ohio (2,824 companies, 6.9 percent)
• Illinois (2,455 companies, 6.0 percent)
• Pennsylvania (2,197 companies, 5.4 percent)
• Wisconsin (1,843 companies, 4.5 percent)
• New York (1,362 companies, 3.3 percent)
• Indiana (1,360 companies, 3.3 percent)
• Florida (1,346 companies, 3.3 percent)
Top Cities for Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Houston, Texas leads all cities with 659 companies, or 1.6 percent of the industry, serving the region’s energy, oilfield, and construction markets. Phoenix, Arizona follows with 202 companies, or 0.5 percent, reflecting its emergence as a hub for semiconductor, aerospace, and precision machinery production.
Other leading cities include:
• Cleveland, OH (195 companies, 0.5 percent)
• Cincinnati, OH (161 companies, 0.4 percent)
• Indianapolis, IN (142 companies, 0.3 percent)
Who Owns America’s Industrial Machinery Companies?
Ownership across the sector remains predominantly private and entrepreneurial, with publicly traded manufacturers representing fewer companies but the largest employers.
• Private Corporation: approximately 59 percent
• LLC or Sub-S Corporation: approximately 25 percent
• Women-owned: 2 percent
• Minority-owned: 1 percent
Industry Segments Within Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Based on verified company data, the industry breaks down into nine major segments by company count:
• Industrial & Commercial Machinery, n.e.c. (SIC 359) accounts for 37.1 percent of the industry, the largest segment, covering specialized machines used in plastics, packaging, food processing, and materials handling.
• Metalworking Machinery (SIC 354) accounts for 15.6 percent of the industry, covering lathes, drills, grinders, and presses used for machining, cutting, and forming metals.
• General Industrial Machinery (SIC 356) accounts for 14.0 percent of the industry, covering pumps, compressors, bearings, and industrial ovens serving energy, mining, and water systems.
• Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery (SIC 353) accounts for 9.8 percent of the industry, covering heavy machinery for earthmoving, material handling, and mining operations.
• Special Industry Machinery (SIC 355) accounts for 8.0 percent of the industry, covering customized machinery for semiconductors, textiles, printing, and paper.
• Service Industry Machinery (SIC 358) accounts for 5.9 percent of the industry, covering refrigeration units, laundry systems, and air-conditioning machinery.
• Farm & Garden Machinery (SIC 352) accounts for 4.0 percent of the industry, covering agricultural implements, tractors, and lawn and garden machinery.
• Computer & Office Equipment (SIC 357) accounts for 3.1 percent of the industry, covering computer peripherals, data processing systems, and office machinery.
• Engines & Turbines (SIC 351) accounts for 2.5 percent of the industry, covering engines and turbines for vehicles, ships, and power generation.
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Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in January 2020. It is updated periodically to reflect the latest statistics and trends in the industry.