1987 Machinery Becomes Silver Level Associate Member

Firm is a major distributor and servicer of machinery made by all major brands used in HVAC duct fabrication.

1987 Machinery is upgrading its Associate Membership to Silver. The company supplies and services HVAC duct fabrication machinery as a distributor for several major brands, all supported in-house. Founded by longtime friends Mike Hardesty and Andrew Hess, 1987 Machinery is committed to providing the HVAC duct and sheet metal fabrication industries with high-quality equipment and exceptional service.

Hess talks about the value of collaboration with SMACNA, "Mike Hardesty and I are incredibly grateful to SMACNA and its membership for the overwhelming support you've shown since we founded 1987 Machinery back in 2024.  You welcomed us with open arms.  Your trust, partnership, and confidence have been instrumental in our continued growth and success.  Thank you for being such an important part of our journey."

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Jul 22, 2026 — Member Update

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