Sawyer Manufacturing Company

What Sawyer Manufacturing Company does

Sawyer Manufacturing Company, founded in 1948 in Tulsa, Oklahoma by Red Sawyer and engineer AB Jensen, designs and manufactures pipeline and welding equipment for the global oil and gas industry. The company's product portfolio centers on beveling equipment (Band and Crawler, Sawyer Saddle, Quick Set, Compact, MX1, and Excalibur cold cutter), an extensive range of external and internal pipe alignment clamps, specialized welding tools (Grasshopper, Grinder Holder, Hi-Lo Wedge, Welders 3rd Hand), destructive weld testing equipment (15/25/55 Ton Strap Benders and Tensile Testers, Coupon Cutters), and pipe handling and support products (V-Head Pipe Stands, Mega Jack, Pipe Hooks, End Caps). Proprietary design elements include full-circle travel rings, fully enclosed gear boxes, and a split saddle design used since inception. All manufacturing occurs at a 54,000 sq. ft. Tulsa facility using locally sourced materials, with ISO 9001:2015 certification gained in 2024.

The firm operates through three wholly owned subsidiaries: IPECO (pipeline plugs and pigging equipment, established 1967), Sawyer International (formerly PSW Consultants Engineering LTD, acquired 2013, providing the MX1 and Excalibur product lines), and Sawyer Fabrication (ASME R & U Stamp-certified custom metal fabrication for energy, construction, and industrial sectors, established 2016). Revenue derives from equipment sales, replacement parts, repair services, and custom fabrication projects. Distribution runs primarily through authorized dealers and distributors globally, with select products available online through Amazon and Pipeline Depot in the United States; the company maintains regional presences for Mexico and the Middle East and reports product usage in more than 75 countries. The business is privately held, family-owned (founder's grandsons Dave Hembree as President and Scott Persson as Vice President lead the current team), and operates with a headcount of 51-100 employees.

Name

Sawyer Manufacturing Company

Legal name

Sawyer Manufacturing Company

Website

https://sawyermfg.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1948

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Sawyer Manufacturing Company is a family-owned Tulsa, Oklahoma manufacturer founded in 1948 that designs and produces pipeline beveling machines, alignment clamps, weld testing equipment, and pipe handling tools for the global oil and gas industry, selling through dealers across 75+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pipeline and Welding Equipment Manufacturing

NAICS

Rolling Mill and Other Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (333519), Fabricated Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (332996)

SIC

Metalworkg Machinery & Equipment (3540), Sheet Metal Work (3444), Fabricated Plate Work (Boiler Shops) (3443)

akta.pro primary industry

Welding, Joining & Soldering Equipment (Arc, Resistance, Friction, Brazing) (IMAHADAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Industrial Saws & Cutting Systems (Band/Circular Saws, Abrasive Cutting) (IMAHADAL)

Keywords

• Pipeline equipment manufacturing
• Welding equipment
• Pipe beveling machines
• Metal fabrication services
• Pipeline construction tools

Headquarters

HQ city

Tulsa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Sale of pipeline and welding equipment including beveling machines, clamps, welding tools, weld testing equipment, pipe stands, and pipe handling equipment
2. Custom Fabrication: Sawyer Fabrication division provides custom metal fabrication services including ASME code welding, heavy structures, vessels, tanks, piping, and other custom fabricated equipment
3. Repair Services: Equipment repair services for all Sawyer beveling machines and other brands/models of band beveling machines and hydraulic cylinders
4. Parts Sales: Replacement parts for beveling machines and other equipment sold directly to customers

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Sawyer Manufacturing Company designs and manufactures pipeline and welding equipment used in oil and gas pipeline construction, maintenance, and repair. Its core product lines include beveling machines, external and internal pipe alignment clamps, welding tools, weld testing equipment, pipe stands, and pipe handling equipment, complemented by a custom metal fabrication division (Sawyer Fabrication) offering ASME code welding services.

Product overview

Sawyer Manufacturing Company manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of pipeline and welding equipment from its Tulsa, Oklahoma facility. The product lineup centers on beveling equipment (Band and Crawler, Sawyer Saddle Machine, Quick Set Beveling Machine, Compact Beveling Machine, MX1 Beveling Machine, and Excalibur cold cutter), complemented by an extensive range of external and internal clamps for pipe alignment during welding (including Chain Clamp, Qwik Clamp, Ratchet Cage Clamp, Hydraulic Cage Clamp, and Spider Clamp). Supporting welding operations, the company offers specialized welding tools such as the Grasshopper, Grinder Holder, Hi-Lo Wedge, Welders 3rd Hand, and Welding Rod Bucket. The product range extends to weld testing equipment (15/25/55 Ton Strap Benders and Tensile Testers, Coupon Cutters), pipe handling and support equipment (Folding V-Head Pipe Stands, Mega Jack Pipe Stand, Pipe Hooks, End Caps), and auxiliary equipment (ACCUWRAP II, Hydraulic Dent Remover, Pipe Expander). The company also operates Sawyer Fabrication, a division established in 2016 offering custom metal fabrication and ASME code welding services. Products are sold through authorized distributors and dealers, with select items available through Amazon and Pipeline Depot online. All products are manufactured in the USA using locally sourced materials at the company's 54,000 sq. ft. facility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sawyer Fabrication: Full-service ASME code welding division specializing in heavy structures, vessels, tanks, piping systems, and custom fabricated equipment. ASME certified with R and U stamps.
• Sawyer International

Products and services

• Beveling Machines (Band and Crawler, Sawyer Saddle Machine, Quick Set, Compact, MX1, Excalibur) A complete family of pipe beveling and cold cutting machines designed for cutting and beveling pipe in pipeline construction. Includes the Band and Crawler for large diameter pipe up to 60+ inches, the Sawyer Saddle Machine with open-frame design, the Quick Set for 1.5 to 20 inch pipe, the Compact Beveling Machine for mainline pipelines from 3 to 60 inches, the MX1 for international markets, and the Excalibur for heat-free cold cutting.
• External Pipe Alignment Clamps A range of external clamps including Chain Clamp, Double Chain Clamp, QWIK Clamp, Hand Lever Cage Clamp, Ratchet Cage Clamp, Hydraulic Cage Clamp, Aluminum Alignment Clamp, Rim Clamp, Ultra Rim Clamp, Segmented Hydraulic Clamp, and Precision Pipe Alignment Clamp. Used by pipeline welders for aligning and securing pipe during welding operations across pipe diameters from small (under 6 inches) to very large (72+ inches).
• Internal Pipe Alignment Clamps Internal pipe alignment tools including Large Manual Clamp, Large Hydraulic Clamp, Small Manual Clamp, Jack Screw, Tackless Internal Clamp, and Spider Clamp for fast, accurate alignment of flanges, fittings, and short pipe sections.
• Welding Tools Specialized welding aids including Grasshopper (anti-arc-burn tool), Grinder Holder, Spacing Tool, Canadian Spacing Tool, Hi-Lo Wedge, Jackscrew Wedge, Hi-Lo Gauge, Welders 3rd Hand, Welding Rod Bucket, and Mini Chain Clamp. Used by professional pipeline welders to improve fit-up accuracy, manage tool organization, and solve common welding problems.
• Weld Testing Equipment Destructive weld testing equipment including 15 Ton Strap Bender, 25 Ton Guided Bend and Tensile Tester (up to 50,000 lbs pressure), 55 Ton Guided Bend and Tensile Tester, 55 Ton Guided Bend Tensile and Fillet Tester (up to 100,500 lbs pressure), and Coupon Cutter. Used by pipeline welders and inspectors to verify weld quality.
• Pipe Stands Pipe support stands including Folding V Head Pipe Stand, Fixed V-Head Pipe Stand, Short Folding V-Head Pipe Stand, Short Fixed V-Head Pipe Stand, and Mega Jack Pipe Stand for rotating and positioning large diameter pipe during welding and assembly.
• Pipe Handling Equipment Pipe handling tools including Pipe Hooks (with aluminum inserts to protect pipe coating) and End Caps (to prevent damage and keep interiors free of dirt, debris, and moisture).
• Auxiliary Equipment Supporting pipeline equipment including ACCUWRAP II portable tape wrapping tool for pipeline coating applications, Hydraulic Dent Remover for pipe reclamation, and Pipe Expander for combating pipe egging (out-of-round deformation).
• Sawyer Fabrication (Custom Metal Fabrication Services) Custom metal fabrication division offering full-service ASME code welding with R and U stamps, specializing in heavy structures, vessels, tanks, piping systems, skids, and custom fabricated components for energy, construction, wastewater, sewer lines, and marine applications.
• Equipment Repair Services Equipment repair services for all Sawyer beveling machines and other brands/models of band beveling machines and hydraulic cylinders.
• Replacement Parts Replacement parts for beveling machines and other equipment sold directly to customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products utilized in over 75 countries worldwide

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• PSW Consultants Engineering LTDcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013Sawyer acquired PSW Consultants Engineering LTD in 2013 to invest in global manufacturing, adding products and providing global support. This acquisition enabled Sawyer to expand its international beveling machine lineup with the MX1 and Excalibur models.
• International Pipeline and Offshore Contractors Association (IPLOCA)coreOthersSawyer joined IPLOCA in 2025 as an Associate Member. IPLOCA is a non-profit organization representing companies in the pipeline construction industry, providing networking, industry leadership, collaboration, and global market reach opportunities.
• Pipeline DepotminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline distributor partnership for select Sawyer products in the United States through pipelinedepot.com
• AmazonminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline marketplace partnership for select Sawyer products available for purchase in the United States
• Charles Hicks (West Virginia Rig Welder)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Charles Hicks to develop and manufacture the Grasshopper welding tool that solves arc burn, a common welding deformity
• Oklahoma State University / Oklahoma Manufacturing AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with OSU in a program to help Oklahoma manufacturers design new products. OSU students created designs and drawings for the Grinder Holder product.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Mathey Dearman Inc. Specializes in pipe cutting, beveling, and alignment equipment for the pipeline and welding industry, directly overlapping with Sawyer's core product categories including chain clamps, alignment clamps, and beveling tools. Comparable in scale and customer base as a niche specialist serving pipeline welders and contractors.
• Tri Tool Inc. Manufactures portable pipe machining and welding preparation equipment including beveling machines and pipe cutting tools, serving pipeline, power, and process industries. Direct competitor to Sawyer's Band and Crawler, Quick Set, and Compact beveling machine lines.
• Reed Manufacturing: Produces pipe tools, cutters, vises, and welding equipment for the mechanical, plumbing, and pipeline trades. Comparable niche industrial manufacturer with overlapping customer segments in pipeline construction and maintenance.
• Sumner Manufacturing Co. Manufactures pipe stands, jack stands, and material handling equipment used in welding and pipeline construction. Directly comparable to Sawyer's pipe stand and pipe handling product categories, serving similar welding professional customers.

Broad incumbents

• Lincoln Electric: Global leader in welding equipment, consumables, and cutting systems serving industrial, automotive, energy, and pipeline customers. Broad incumbent whose welding products and automation solutions overlap with the broader pipeline welding equipment market Sawyer addresses.
• Miller Electric Mfg. Co. (ITW): Major manufacturer of arc welding equipment, plasma cutters, and automation systems owned by Illinois Tool Works. Broad incumbent whose welding power sources and pipeline-related equipment overlap with end-customers in the oil and gas pipeline segment.
• ESAB Corporation: Global welding and cutting equipment manufacturer with a portfolio spanning welding consumables, power sources, and automated cutting systems. Serves pipeline, shipbuilding, and industrial fabrication customers that overlap with Sawyer's energy and infrastructure segments.
• Bohler Welding (voestalpine): Welding consumables and equipment division of voestalpine serving energy, pipeline, and heavy fabrication industries globally. Broad incumbent with significant presence in oil and gas welding applications overlapping Sawyer's primary customer segment.

Emerging players

• Hypertherm: Manufacturer of plasma, waterjet, and laser cutting systems used in metal fabrication and pipe cutting applications. Adjacent peer with overlapping end-customers in industrial cutting and a comparable focus on durable, high-precision cutting technology relevant to Sawyer's Excalibur cold cutting tool.
• Anvil International: Manufactures pipe fittings, pipe hangers, supports, and related fabrication products for mechanical, plumbing, and industrial piping systems. Relevant peer for Sawyer Fabrication's ASME code piping work and the Sawyer Pipe Supports sub-brand, sharing industrial piping customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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