About Us

Welcome to a team that’s as passionate about manufacturing as you are.

Founded in 1961, Summit Machine Works began as a small machine shop on Summit Avenue in Beloit, Wi. Original owners James Hamilton and William Younger opened a 3000 square foot shop and began servicing the papermaking and automotive industries. They named the company Summit to reflect the "Peak of Excellence" which continues to be the philosophy behind the business today.

In 1987, after 18 years of shop experience, Jim Hamilton (James' son) purchased the company to continue the family legacy. Under Jim's leadership and the team's dedication to producing quality products for our customers, with a focus on hydraulic manifold production. With the expanding needs of our OEM customers. Summit relocated to a brand new 30,000 square foot A/C controlled facility located in Beloit's industrial park in 1995. This facility continues to house our business to this day, with room for expansion.

In 2024 Summit Machine Works was bought by Gary Ballard (Jim's nephew / James's grandson) to become a 3rd generation company. Gary has 32 years of working alongside Jim and 39 years of experience in manufacturing sector. This will continue the family legacy of providing quality craftmanship and customer satisfaction to ensure that Summit Machine remains at "The Peak of Excellence."

About Us

Welcome to a team that’s as passionate about manufacturing as you are.


Founded in 1961 and nestled on Summit Avenue in Beloit, WI, Summit Machine Works emerged as a vision of James Hamilton and William Younger—a vision to craft excellence. As proud proprietors of an original 3,000 square foot hub, we focused our expert services on the paper and automotive sectors, embodying our "Peak of Excellence" mantra.Rapid growth propelled us into a spacious 12,000 square foot facility, cementing our reputation in the industries of paper, food, automotive, and hydraulics. Embracing innovation, 1980 saw us welcome our inaugural CNC machining center, solidifying our promise to surpass quality expectations.In 1987, a seasoned Jim Hamilton honored the family tradition by acquiring Summit, steering us towards a state-of-the-art 30,000 square foot facility in 1995. Situated in Beloit's Industrial Park, this modern abode continues to fuel our prowess and dedication.As bearers of the ISO 9001:2015 stamp, we uphold a half-century legacy, renowned for superior machine work, unwavering on-time delivery, and stellar customer service. Our expertise shines in crafting hydraulic manifolds and valve bodies from high-grade aluminum and ductile iron.At the heart of Summit Machine Works lies an undying tradition. Reach out to experience a collaboration where your utmost satisfaction is our perpetual mission—before, during, and well beyond delivery. Because at Summit, your needs drive our dedication, and our commitment doesn't stop at the threshold—it's limitless.

Quality Commitment

Summit Machine works is ISO 9001:2015 certified and takes pride in providing our customers with high quality machine work, on time delivery, and excellent customer service. Summit will continuously maintain and improve our current quality standards and process.

Contact

2641 Kennedy Drive, Beloit, WI 53511

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