Jessup Engineering - About us

Jessup Engineering began manufacturing programmable hoist automation for the metal finishing industry in 1971. Industry success has proven Jessuphoist systems the most flexible, reliable, and efficient method for the majority of wet dip-processing applications today.

Responding to customer demand, Jessup Engineering became a turn-key plating equipment provider. Hoist automation is often fully integrated with material handling and support equipment such as ventilation, rectifiers, chemical pumps, and waste treatment systems. As a result, we install more new plating systems each year than any other company.

Jessup electrical, mechanical and controls engineering departments continuously refine machine designs. They deliver the most technically advanced, easy to use, and reliable plating equipment available. Our customers appreciate this technology. They have proven the soundness of our designs in the marketplace.

Experience, practical engineering, quality workmanship, and a dedication to customer satisfaction have earned Jessup Engineering a strong industry reputation. We build the most competitive plating systems in the market today. We stand behind every machine that we build.

Systems Capabilities

Jessupdesigns plating equipment to meet specific customer needs. Efficient layout and superb build quality are hallmarks of every barrel plating or rack plating system. Demonstrated experience includes:

Plating hoists and controls Single or multiple hoists to 15,000 lbs capacity Intuitive, self-diagnostic, web accessible PC/PLC controls Automatic bar code, RFID, or manual keypad input capable HMI Touch screen machine control with 10,000 recipe capacity Fully programmable up-barrel rotation, process time, and rectification Non-contact linear encoder, laser, and cam plate hoist positioning Central fault annunciation with self diagnostic instruction Load & unload material handling equipment Automatic barrel cover handling Automated barrel loading and unloading systems Weigh-in or weigh-out vibratory feeders and scales Noise abatement enclosures Automatic positioning elevators Fully automated rack/barrel storage and retrieval Tank & plating equipment Poly, fiberglass, steel, or stainless steel process tanks Powered wet or dry transfer shuttles Programmable in-tank rack agitation Programmable in-tank and up-barrel rotation Tank rim air knives and in-line blow down cells Full tank and halo spray systems Air, pumped, and mechanical agitation Dryer and oven equipment Centrifugal, in-line, and off-line dryers Fully integrated in-line de-watering and bake ovens Operator safety Laser scanning, ultrasonic, and light curtain safety devices Wireless remote controls for manual operation Central fault annunciation with self diagnostic instruction Pre-programmed self-annunciating cycle-based maintenance schedule

Turn-key plating systems include integrated rectifiers, filters, boilers, chillers, ultrasonics, zinc generators, exhaust ventilation, water conditioning and waste water treatment systems. Jessup Engineering equipment is composed of only commercially available industrial grade components. Turn-key responsibility extends to installation, start-up, and training. A comprehensive spare parts list and lifetime e-support is also included. Experience, practical engineering, quality workmanship, and a dedication to customer satisfaction earned Jessup Engineering a reputation for building the most competitive barrel plating, rack plating, and associated plating equipment on the market. We are proud of that reputation and stand behind every machine that we build.

Industries Served

Jessup Engineering has designed and built hoist systems for plating and cleaning processes including:
Anodize, Black Oxide, Brass, Bronze, Cadmium, Copper, Copper/nickel/brass, Copper/silver, Copper/tin, Cleaning, Conversion coatings, Chromates, Electro-less Nickel (EN), Electrolytic Nickel, Electro-coat (E-Coat), Etch & Penetrant, Hard Chrome, Iron Phosphate, Zinc Phosphate, Manganese Phosphate, Pickle & Lube, Passivation, Plate/Bake/Chromate, Electroplate, Nickel/chrome, Tin & Tin Alloys, Zinc & Zinc Alloys, Autophoretics

Jessup barrel and rack plating systems currently finish parts for industries including:
Agriculture, Aircraft, Aluminum Extrusions, Appliances, Automotive, Boats/ships, Building/construction, Door hardware, Electronics, Fasteners, Furniture, Hardware, Household goods, Jewelry, Marine hardware, Machinery/industrial, Medical, Military, Motorcycle, Mining, Pipe & fittings, Plumbing fixtures, Railroad, Refinery, Rubber molding, Sporting goods, Hand & power tools, Trucks, Wire goods, Ordnance

Why Jessup

Customers look to Jessup for rugged, reliable, and cost effective plating equipment. They are pleased to find that major components including plating hoists, track, frame, load/unload equipment, plating barrels, dryers, and controls are built at our Rochester Hills, Michigan location.

Those unfamiliar with Jessup are surprised at our broad-based experience. It includes barrel and rack phosphate and e-coating systems with mechanical plating and dip-spin paint coating among the list of finishing options. Installations include numerous metal and plastic rack plating and coating systems. State-of-the-art features include full length non-contact linear encoders coupled with variable frequency drives to enable smooth, virtually sway-free operation and precise positioning for even the largest rack plating equipment. Cable track provides quieter operation with improved durability and aesthetics. Wireless remote control improves operator safety during manual operations. Automatic storage and retrieval is becoming an increasingly popular option for large rack plating and barrel plating systems.

Customers benefitfrom Jessup single and twin basket chromate and drying system experience. Most equipment incorporates top and bottom grip-able stainless steel baskets. Work moves to commercially available centrifuge type dryers by means of Jessup plating hoists. This method delivers high production volume with minimal part damage. Some applications are complimented with programmable fully inverted 180-degree load/unload systems. This reduces the possibility of part mixing. Direct labor is reduced to your hi-lo driver and occasional machine inspection.

Customers depend on JessupHMIPC-PLC controlled plating equipment to deliver repeatable quality and productivity in today’s global market. Process and performance data is stored and exported as a comma separated variable file. These files enable production optimization, part tracking, and quality certification by a customer’s business management software system.

Customers know Jessup Engineering as cost competitive provider of highly efficient plating equipment. With hundreds of integrated systems and countless conversions installed, the Jessup Engineering team has tremendous experience integrating an ever-increasing array of mechanical, hydraulic, electric, and electronic components. This translates directly into productivity and profitability for our customers.

Since 1971, customers have come to rely on Jessup Engineering for reliable machines and support. We thank all of you for your continued business. For those that would like to take advantage of Jessup industry experience, please contact us at 248-853-5600 for your next plating machine or retrofit.