At Metro Air, precision in fabrication drives every project, from warehouses and hospitals to laboratories and educational facilities. The company’s work in ductwork manufacturing and installation depends on reliable machinery and trusted service partners who understand the demands of a mechanical systems environment.
For Jared Bechard, director of virtual design and construction (VDC) and manufacturing, that trusted partner has been 1987 Machinery.
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“Working with Andrew and Mike at 1987 Machinery has been pleasurable,” Bechard says. “It’s been easy. They’re responsive, and they know what they’re talking about.”
That combination — responsiveness, expertise, and follow-through — has helped Metro Air streamline operations and gain confidence in new equipment installations.
From installation to instruction
Metro Air’s collaboration with 1987 Machinery began with the purchase and setup of new fabrication equipment, including an Iowa Precision coil line. Bechard recalls how efficiently the installation process unfolded.
“It was impressive to watch Andrew and Mike come in, set up a coil line, and get it running in less than a week,” he adds.
The team didn’t stop there. 1987 Machinery followed up two weeks later to ensure the system was still running smoothly and that Metro Air’s staff was confident using it. During that visit, Mike at 1987 Machinery focused on training and proactive maintenance.
“He made sure that our staff understood that machine — how it works, typical problems you’re going to be running into, and things that we should be holding to make sure we don’t have any downtime,” Bechard explains.
A partnership rooted in responsiveness
For Bechard, the best part of working with 1987 Machinery comes down to communication and dependability.
“They make it really easy to make a decision based on their communication skills,” he notes.
Whether it’s sourcing machines, setting them up, or troubleshooting issues, the team at 1987 Machinery is accessible and responsive — often within a call or text.
“They realize that this stuff is critical,” Bechard emphasizes. “They’re good people. They’re passionate about what they do, and they make it really easy to make a decision when it comes to purchasing these large investments.”
Confidence in every project
Metro Air’s partnership with 1987 Machinery is built on shared priorities: reliable equipment, fast setup, and the technical know-how to keep operations moving. For a company whose ductwork fabrication supports complex mechanical systems across Kansas City, that reliability is invaluable.
To learn why more companies are partnering with 1987 Machinery, contact the team today at 1987Machinery.com.
