Testimonials

  • Accu-Fab

    “We love our new Compact Spiral Pipe Machine. Our customers are asking for the double bead now as it keeps the large diameters round for a better fit.

    The slitting is so clean that there is no grinding the pipe ends and it is more productive as it accommodates larger coils.

    Compared to our old Spiral Helix, it is much faster to change heads to produce different diameter pipe and it is quiet!

    A lot of thought went into this machine, it is very user friendly and they have removed the hydraulic drives and used variable frequency drives which provides better speed control - it’s a Cadillac!

    With heavier capacity, it will actually open up new markets for us.

    Training and installation were very thorough. The factory tech was a real gentleman and knows this equipment inside and out.”

  • Air-Duct Mfg.

    "We have received excellent service from Empire. They are always friendly and respond promptly to our inquiries. The staff is very knowledgeable and always has a solution."

  • Allaire’s Custom Metal

    “Thank you very much for the efficient and prompt service that Empire has given me today. I'm very happy to have dealt with you guys for all my equipment and I'm sure to keep doing so in the future.”

  • AVA Siding U.S.A.

    “I am very impressed with our new EzeStep Flashing Bender. I estimate we were making 200 pieces of flashing per hour on our hand brake, and we are now making 800 pieces per hour with the EzeStep. It’s very well made and paid for itself within the first month!”

  • Bennett Sheet Metal

    "On dealing with Empire…we have found good equipment selection, fair prices and good service."

  • Design Built Mechanical

    "As a regular user of Empire Machinery & Tools Ltd.'s equipment for the last six years, we are very happy to say that we are very satisfied with our equipment and the sales and after sales services provided by our friends at Empire. Keep up the good work!"

  • Diversified Exterior Products

    "I'm always impressed by Empire's rapid response time…I get fast and accurate answers. All of my purchases have arrived on time and damage free at a very competitive price. What more can you ask for?"

  • Dunmet Products

    “Our new Tennsmith LM1014 shear has really made a difference in our shop. It is a pleasure to work with and we have already sheared 14GA without a problem. The Front Material Return has improved production and safety – no-one has to go behind the shear to pick up parts! The Tennsmith back gauge is easy to use and accurate – we are very pleased with our new shear!"

  • ECCO-Custom Metal Fab

    "As a personal customer of Empire Machinery since 1972 and most recently under ECCO-Custom Metal Fabrication Division, I found myself once again turning to Empire Machinery & Tools Ltd. for their superb help in locating the equipment required to meet our ever changing needs…..quick response, competitive prices and excellent service….a winning formula. Keep up the great work!" Jud Recknell, Operations Manager, ECCO-Custom Metal Fabrication Shop

  • Enerdry Constructors

    "With the 10GA rotary machine, we can now 'Vanstone' 14GA stainless steel. Before we had to weld flanges on anything heavier than 16GA. We can also form elbow edges in heavier material. This machine was so important to our production, that we ordered second unit, just as back-up. Instead, we are now using them both in production. They have saved us a lot of welding!"

  • Enerdry Constructors

    "We at Enerdry Constructors have depended on Empire as a supplier of sheet metal fabricating equipment on a number of occasions. They are very knowledgeable and treat us in a very professional way. As far as after sale service, we have not required any warranty work on anything we have purchased, but would assume professionalism in this respect also. We do feel they are treating us with long term in mind, not just a one time sale."

  • Everette's Heating

    "It's a pleasure doing business with your firm. Thank you for your prompt service."

  • Excel Ventilation

    “Our Engel TDF machine is saving us time and money! No more human error, scrap or reworking! It is a one man operation producing a consistent and quality lock. There are no maintenance issues, just grease and oil and it runs 100%!”

  • Extreme Sheet Metal

    "Our Vulcan 1000B is fantastic! Nice clean cuts, we're very happy with it. Installation and training went perfectly. It was delivered on time and training was thorough. We knew exactly what we were doing before the technician left. The 1000B is saving us considerable time and is going steady every day. The software is great - easy to learn and work with. We are very pleased."

  • Fabrican Metal

    "It's a pleasure doing business with people who respond so quickly to a problem. I would not hesitate to do business with Empire again."

  • First Choice Ventilation

    “I have dealt with Empire for over 20 years! Their service has always been very professional and I know we will receive good machinery at reasonable prices. 85% of the equipment in our shop is from Empire! We are now one of the best equipped shops in our area and Empire has helped us in that growth.”

  • Garber Heating

    "To lower job costs, we looked to the fab shop. Empire's 5FT Duct Beader was one of the machines purchased. The Duct Beader is a very dependable machine that paid for itself within a year. The people at Empire are professional and provide excellent service."

  • Gensco Inc.

    "We are very satisfied with our new machine and very pleased with the service and support we have received. I have no hesitation in recommending Empire."

  • Greensteel Industries

    “The Cidan Folder produces consistent, accurate folds while allowing the majority of the material to stay in the flat state. This has greatly reduced the risk of damage to the product and as a result, has reduced the rate of rejects and reworks to virtually zero. The clamping of the material at the fold line allows small bends to be folded in thicker materials. Some of our bends that could not be produced using conventional press brake tooling without material distortion can now be folded accurately and consistently, eliminating the need for auxiliary processing. Installation and training was conducted by Cidan and was of a high caliber.”

  • Jenkins & Puddicombe

    “We are very pleased with our new Baileigh hydraulic box and pan brake. This is a purchase we should have made years ago. It is saving us a lot on manufacturing costs plus we produce a higher quality product. By having this new brake we now also save on costs associated with having our product taken to another shop to have it formed. So in the end this brake will pay for itself.”

  • Kehler Sheet Metal Fabrication

    “Even though we had already doubled our staff size our workload was still increasing and we knew something had to be done. This is when Denise and I started to consider another major purchase, a CNC plasma table. While starting KEHFAB, Empire found all the machinery for us to set up shop so once again we turned to them on this purchase. Denise and I did the math and came to the conclusion that the plasma table was the perfect solution. Once the table was set up and started working for us we were able to eliminate all over time, yet monthly sales remained the same, it was crazy. It’s like we doubled our staff size again, only this new member of our team takes no lunches or coffee breaks and actually works while we are taking our breaks. Just over a year has gone by since the purchase and because our business is still new and growing we are back on overtime again but only because our business has increased. The Engel Viking plasma table has made it possible for us to keep up with our ever growing workload.”

  • Lambro Industries

    "As an Engineer, I really appreciate the efficient design of our new FLEXMASTER as compared to other flex pipe machines. The unit is compact, the lubrication system is very clean - no mess and the run out table adjustment is very well thought out. From a production point of view, the FLEXMASTER produces consistent product, size changes are fast and the machine is simple to use for operators at all levels. The factory technician was very knowledgeable and thorough during training and we are very pleased with our new flex pipe machine.”

  • Marden Fabricating

    "What I like best about Empire, is that when I buy something, I get what I want. There is no hard sell to get more than what I need. I get regular updates on new and used equipment from Empire - I love that, and your prices are always competitive. We have a great time and enjoy working with you!"

  • MC Ventilation

    "Our Triplex machine works great! Production is faster in the shop and duct assembly on the job site is easier and faster as well. We have bought most of our new and used machinery through Empire and haven't had a problem yet. I am very satisfied with the machines and the service!"

  • Midwest Ducts

    "Empire Machinery has always done the job for us! We have purchased several products from Empire and have been pleased with all of their recommendations."

  • Mohawk College

    “I wanted to say thanks for the delivery and set up of the Cidan Folder. I would like to mention that it was a pleasure to have Dave here to do the set up and training. He did a great job and he made sure we were comfortable with the operation of the machine before he left, which I greatly appreciate. In a time when we here more complaints then credit, I thought I would send this e-mail to let you know how satisfied we were with the service we got. Thanks, and we look forward to dealing with you again in the future.”

  • Northside Ventilation

    "It's a pleasure doing business with people so knowledgeable in the sheet metal industry. Excellent service."

  • Paragon Ventilation

    “We are very happy with our new Engel TDF rollformer. The machine produces the profile consistently and our installers are extremely pleased with the end product, it installs quickly and stays square.”

  • Plascad Mfg.

    "The PEI spot welder is an excellent quality machine. We love the control, it is very simple to operate - digital, no dials to play with. It has allowed us to do work we were unbale to do in the past."

  • Pro Insul

    "We have been purchasing sheet metal equipment from Empire since 1993. Laura and the staff there have provided quality equipment at competitive prices. We have received excellent service and any problems have been looked after quickly."

  • Pro North Roofing

    “Thanks again Laura!! You and Sean M. came thru just like the last order! Brake arrived and is in place and working.

    Everybody is very happy! Thanks for getting it out and here so quickly!!! You guys are always first on my list when I need something!!

    Thanks again to both of you!!”

  • R.A. Walton & Co.

    "The CMZ-7R is a solid machine, dependable & user friendly! As a commercial / industrial HVAC shop, we use the CMZ-7R to crimp, bead, & flange exhaust pipe for dust collection, 16GA galvanized & stainless steel! The Empire machine does a great job at a third of the price of competitive equipment!"

  • Selkirk Canada

    "We have purchased several machines from Empire Machinery in recent years and have found their service to be courteous and prompt. The equipment we have purchased has always performed to our satisfaction. I look forward to continuing this relationship on upcoming projects."

  • Sheet Metal Workers Training Centre

    “Empire Machinery’s service has been second to none as well. From setup to service, it is nice to know they are only a phone call away.”

  • Sheet Metal Workers Training Centre

    “The Durma AD-S 25100 press brake, supplied by Empire Machinery is an invaluable teaching tool here at the Sheet Metal Workers Training Centre. From a teaching perspective, the safety features and user friendliness are very important. Having worked in the sheet metal industry for many years as well, this machine would be well suited for any industrial application where versatility, precision, and speed are important.”

  • Sheet Metal Workers Training Centre

    “The Durma SB3006 NT Hydraulic shear currently in use at the Sheet Metal Workers Training Centre is an ideal solution for any teaching institution or any shop requiring a safe, precision shear for cutting any material from 30 gauge to 3/8” plate. It gives a nice, clean cut edge on even the lightest materials, and the precision, programmable backstop allows the operator to confidently cut 1 or 1000 pieces without worrying about the quality or precision of the cut.”

  • Sugden Engineering Co.

    "Over the years we have received excellent service and co-operation from Empire. Delivery and terms and conditions have been very satisfactory. Any machine problems that have arisen have been taken care of promptly."

  • Total Air Supply

    "Empire treated us well! We received great service and delivery as promised. The CMZ-7R is a great turning machine - we are very pleased with it."

  • Trico Limited

    "The machine arrived in A-1 condition! I like your style in following up. We agree with Empire's philosophy that a quote is only as good as the follow-up and that service and quality beats price any time. We appreciate your co-operation and we will be in touch with Empire for any future machinery requirements. Thank you for your attention."

  • Upland Mfg.

    “Our new Mitsubishi laser produces excellent cut quality. The set-up was easy and it is simple to maintain and train new operators. The technical support is impossible to beat and we use the CAD/CAM software for everything which eliminates transferring files. The compact footprint is much more efficient than other lasers we have seen.”

  • Waddell Sheet Metal

    "After having visited Winnipeg and meeting both Laura and Rick in person, we were not at all hesitant to order our Tennsmith LM1014 10FT 14GA shear from them." I am extremely satisfied with my shear. The sheet support system makes it easily operated by one person. The front operated back gauge setting is easy to use and very accurate, but my favorite feature is the front return chute - real time saver!" The service they offer goes beyond anything we expected. Rick and Laura are both very knowledgeable about the equipment they sell, and what they don't know, they will quickly find out. We will be relying on Empire Machinery for any equipment purchases in the future!"

  • WESTEEL

    “WESTEEL purchased our DURMA E Series press brake in January of 2009 and we are very happy with it. It is precise and accurate and our guys much prefer the backgauge to the one on our old press brake as the CNC control moves it into the correct position when a program is entered. The DURMA control panel is simple to use and programs are easy to recall. The Safety Light Curtain pinch point guarding, is a real asset, we are compliant with the safety codes and production is not affected.”

  • Western Steel

    “So far the DURMA shear we purchased has been extremely reliable and takes care of all our steel cutting needs. One of the best parts is the price point. You get a lot for what you pay for! The other intangible is the reliability, works every time."

  • Western Steel

    “We own many pieces of typical metal fabrication equipment but the E2590 press brake was our first DURMA purchase. We have been very happy with its quality and performance and will look to Empire Machinery for our future equipment purchases.”