Oertel Metal Works

07/31/2026

Blast booth = Great for metal surface prep. Not so great for high-cost camera equipment. But we got the shot!

07/27/2026

Check out Jacob F. welding and drilling a draft sill for one of our rail industry customers.

Every project that leaves our shop reflects the precision and reliability our customers count on.

Whether it's custom fabrication or production support, our team is committed to delivering quality work every time.

Done right the first time. Delivered on time.
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07/24/2026

A big thank you to our team members that recently celebrated 10-year milestone anniversaries at Oertel! 👏

Joe Granell, Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker
Jacob Farnsworth, Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker
Ryan Swanson, Process Engineer

Your dedication and hard work make all the difference. We appreciate everything you do!

07/24/2026

A great day in the shop with the McCarthy-Bush interns! ⤵

06/29/2026

From the shop floor to the final installation. 👏

Our team at Oertel fabricated this custom spiral staircase, and Clinton Engineering brought it to life at the Bickelhaupt Arboretum's A new event space.

Proud to see the craftsmanship and collaboration behind another project that the community will enjoy for years to come.

06/26/2026

When production schedules tighten, having the right manufacturing partner can make the difference between hitting deadlines and falling behind.

In this video, Andrew S. is fabricating custom flash pans for our railcar division with precision welding. Built to customer specifications, these components help protect railcars and the environment by capturing and directing leaks or spills from critical systems.

Whether you need quick turnaround, additional capacity to keep production moving, or a trusted partner to handle overflow work and improve throughput, Oertel Metal Works delivers the quality and responsiveness your operation depends on.

When deadlines are tight, we're ready to help.

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06/23/2026

After reaching one full year with no recordable safety incidents, the team took a break from the shop to enjoy refreshments, outdoor games, and some time together.

Safety is more than a milestone. It's the commitment our team brings to work every day. Thank you to everyone at Oertel for looking out for one another and making this achievement possible. Let’s keep the momentum going!

06/18/2026

Check out that laser cut saw blade! 👀

06/03/2026

Proud to be developing the next generation of metal workers! 👀⬇️

Greyson Tuftee has always liked building things.

05/01/2026

From the team that brought you the CLAW Lid Lifter… introducing the Skid Lifter 👏

We worked with the client on design, then fabricated assembled this new solution that makes moving a skid steer into a barge safer and more efficient. TSF Marine Equipment

Instead of relying on chains and less secure lifts, the Skid Lifter provides a stable, controlled way to handle equipment.

Coming soon to a river near you 🚧