Tolan Machinery: Crafting Excellence Since 1945

For over 75 years, Tolan Machinery has been at the forefront of custom metal fabrication and polishing. We are committed to precision, innovation, and quality, ensuring that every project meets the highest industry standards. Our expertise spans multiple industries, and our passion for craftsmanship continues to drive us forward.

Time Tested Quality

A Legacy of Innovation and Growth

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1945—Humble Beginnings

First 20,000 sq. ft. facility in Newark, NJ.

1945—Dairy King:

Built groundbreaking pressure vessels to work on dairy chiller homogenizers for Newark, NJ Dairy & Brewery.

1950—A Better Brew:

Tolan began fabricating fermenters and storage vessels for beer breweries.

1955—Growing Fast:

Tolan moved to a 35,000 square foot facility located in Montclair, NJ

1960—Medicine Men:

Tolan became a leader in fabricating vessels for the pharmaceutical industry

1995—Room to Grow:

Tolan expanded its facility to 50,000 square feet

2000—Healthy Solutions:

Tolan entered the vitamin space, fabricating new, innovative vessels to replace outdated ones. These innovative vessels lead to the formulation of more sophisticated products.

2016—Shining Bright:

Tolan began using electrolysis to offer electropolishing to their customers.

Certified for Quality, Built for Performance

Our dedicated engineering and fabrication teams ensure that every vessel meets the most stringent industry certifications, including:

ASME Sec. VIII, Div. I – High-pressure vessel safety and compliance

API 620 & API 650 – Industrial storage and low-pressure vessels

UL 142 – Standards for safe fuel and chemical storage

PED (Pressure Equipment Directive) – European compliance for pressure equipment

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Our Commitment to Excellence

At Tolan Machinery, we believe that quality is more than just compliance—it’s a commitment to craftsmanship, customer service, and innovation.

Made in the USA

Built with high-quality American metal.

Materials Expertise

Built with high-quality American metal.

Trusted by industry-leading companies around the globe

Excellence

Meet the expert team behind our success.

Our team of engineers, fabricators, and industry specialists are dedicated to delivering high-quality craftsmanship and innovative solutions. Each member brings extensive experience and a commitment to excellence in steel manufacturing.

Stephen Tolpa
Stephen Tolpa
CEO

Third-generation leader Stephen oversees Tolan's operations, following in his grandfather and father's footsteps. His interest in the family business began in childhood, and he upholds the passion and integrity of Tolan. With his father Jack's guidance, Stephen has been involved in Tolan's services for over 20 years.

Himanshu H. Patel
Himanshu H. Patel
Chief Engineer | Estimator | QCM

A Key Tolan member since 2010, Himanshu leads the Tolan Engineering Design Group, overseeing ASME, Quality Control, and Project Estimation functions. With a Master's in Advanced Manufacturing Techniques, his expertise greatly benefits Tolan clients.

Harsh K Patel
Harsh Shah
Mechanical Engineer II

Harsh is working with Tolan since 2020. He is responsible for all Engineering Designs, Purchasing, and Fabrication layout functioning. He becomes an Integral Part of our Design & Production department with his Experience and skills in depth to our company. He Joined our team with his Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering from University of Houston. His journey to Engineering started with his studies of Bachelor of Engineering – Mechanical Engineering from Gujarat University India. Outside of his professional life, he loves to travel and enjoys spending time with his family and friends.

Christina
Suzie Genao
Accounts/Accounting Executive

Suzie is an accomplished Inside Sales Associate and Account Executive with a passion for building strong client relationships and driving business growth. With a keen eye for detail and exceptional communication skills, she excels at managing accounts, identifying sales opportunities, and delivering personalized solutions. Her dedication to customer satisfaction and her results-oriented approach make her an asset to our team. When she's not connecting with clients, Suzie enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 children.

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