Our story, in pictures
It all started in 2017 with a dream and a machine.
From our humble beginnings in a two car garage, we always pushed for more
The first shop, circa 2019
As we proved ourselves, we grew.
After years of proving that we're here to stay, we moved to our first "real" shop, in Waukesha, WI.
Waukesha, after intital move, circa 2020
But we quickly outgrew that, too.
With some space to operate, we wasted no time trying to maximize our capacity. We quickly outgrew our capacity, and in turn, started adding equipment as fast as we could.
Waukesha shop, circa 2022
Space became our problem.
Ever growing and now bursting at the seams, we knew we needed to up the ante. We were producing thousands of parts per year, and had nowhere to process them. So we made the biggest bets on ourselves yet, and put all the chips on the table to get our own building.
Moving day, the entire business on trucks, circa 2023
Current location in West Milwaukee. We added another lathe during the move to meet our customers' demands.
With 6,000 square feet, two overhead cranes, full climate control, and a robust shop layout designed with process in mind, we have turned our passion into an industry leading machining facility.
From our humble beginnings to now, we have always pushed to be the best version of ourselves. Our relentless pursuit continues to this day, and will never stop.
About the owner
With experience in a variety of trades, I am able to not only look at your part, but figure out how it needs to be used. My job is to make exactly what you need so your part works not only on paper, but in the real world.
I've been working with metal since age 19, from welding manganese crusher jaws to machining aftermarket ball joint assemblies. Fit, finish and application are always at the forefront of my mind, and I lead my shop to think the same way. I believe in our work so much, that I intentionally put my name on every invoice, every packing list, and every data tracking sheet that leaves with the parts. Join us, and I will show you exactly what I mean.
Thank you
-Chad Govas
Owner, Govas Industries