Machine Head KC

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Machine Head KC Art Metal Design & Fabrication located in the East Crossroads arts district of Kansas City, Missouri. Dick Jobe - Founder & Owner.

Before Machine Head, Dick specialized in Volvo vehicles and was known around town for his stellar work in the auto repairs & parts industry. Eventually his interests in moving parts & metalwork led him to seek out more artistic endeavors - collaborating with artists needing to fabricate large scale, durable, and thoughtfully-designed pieces. Gary Gardenhire - Owner/Managing Partner. With a background in Illustration, Gary loves taking on new challenges with the Machine Head team and translating new ideas into sculptural objects. Jake Balcom - Sculptor & Fabricator. Jake has an extensive background in public, private and temporary sculpture exhibitions. From his studies in Biology, Math, and Latin American Studies to his architectural, welding, and blacksmith training, Machine Head values all he brings to the team. Nick Kerns - Sculptor & Fabricator. As a graduate of the Kansas City Art Institute with a degree in Sculpture, Nick brings lots of creativity and problem-solving to Machine Head. Marco Pascolini - Sculptor & Fabricator. Marco may be best known around town for his guitar and musical talents, but here at Machine Head we also value his artistic eye, creative execution and his finishing skills. Kasey Rausch - Project Manager & Bookkeeper. Kasey is another musician that joined Machine Head’s creative crew. She keeps everything organized in the office, the projects finished on time, and enjoys working with the artists to plan out bringing their designs to fruition. Robyn Nichols - Resident Artist. Robyn is an internationally renowned silversmith artist with a vision that the beauty of nature can be brought to life in the sculpting of sterling silver. Robyn’s graceful and elegant sterling silver wearables and tableware are sold and collected across the United States, Canada, Australia, England, South America and the Caribbean countries.

Awards, Awards, Awards! Who doesn't appreciate a little recognition?
10/08/2026

Awards, Awards, Awards!
Who doesn't appreciate a little recognition?

AWARDS, AWARDS, AWARDS!Who doesn't appreciate a little recognition?
10/08/2026

AWARDS, AWARDS, AWARDS!
Who doesn't appreciate a little recognition?

One of our Hot new projects!
10/06/2026

One of our Hot new projects!

Another fun project for Amante Domingo! We fabricated a pair of these custom-designed Fire Racks for his outdoor cooking...
10/06/2026

Another fun project for Amante Domingo! We fabricated a pair of these custom-designed Fire Racks for his outdoor cooking experiences. They feature adjustable shelves and moveable fire boxes for maximum flexibility.

In 2010, Machine Head collaborated with John Pletcher of Natural Accents to create this custom Bollard. Since then, w...
09/24/2026

In 2010, Machine Head collaborated with John Pletcher of Natural Accents to create this custom Bollard.
Since then, we've created hundreds of them and their smaller path light counterparts.

High quality metal fabrication in Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts District.

A fresh look for the Overland Park Convention Center courtyard! We fabricated a set of custom mounting rings to fit thei...
09/16/2026

A fresh look for the Overland Park Convention Center courtyard! We fabricated a set of custom mounting rings to fit their updated light fixtures. Built tough with a double-thick powder coating, clear coat, and marine-grade stainless steel fasteners so they'll hold up strong for years to come.

Back in 2024, Helix Architecture + Design Studio asked us to recreate the custom finials for their entryway during the...
09/10/2026

Back in 2024, Helix Architecture + Design Studio asked us to recreate the custom finials for their entryway during their building renovation. The originals were missing or rusted out, so we built fresh replacements from scratch—adhering right to the original design and fabricating them from stainless steel so they'll stand strong for decades to come.

Custom Mounting Solutions Bombs Away! Machine Head KC designed and fabricated a custom mounting solution for these cool ...
09/02/2026

Custom Mounting Solutions

Bombs Away!
Machine Head KC designed and fabricated a custom mounting solution for these cool Retro-style Bomb Displays for 54th Street Grill and Bar!

The 2-piece brackets feature a wall-mounted plate that lets the corresponding bomb-mounted tube slide in and lock into place —ensuring a secure, sturdy mount.

Last year, the Kauffman Center needed a custom solution for their perimeter bollards after several took damage from v...
08/27/2026

Last year, the Kauffman Center needed a custom solution for their perimeter bollards after several took damage from vehicle impacts. Since original replacement bases were no longer available, Machine Head KC was asked to make new ones.

We not only fabricated new custom bases, but we also designed a smart break-away system—protecting both the bases and the bollards, while making resets quick and cost-effective.

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High quality metal fabrication in Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts District.

Based on a client-provided sample, Machine Head KC manufactured this custom set of escalator safety switch actuator bra...
08/26/2026

Based on a client-provided sample, Machine Head KC manufactured this custom set of escalator safety switch actuator brackets. We always enjoy replicating unique custom parts for our clients.

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715 E 18th Street
Kansas City, MO
64108

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(816) 474-7774

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