Description

Refax, Inc., established in 1983, is a family-run industrial fabrication and repair company headquartered in Gary, Indiana. Initially founded to serve the steel industry in Northwest Indiana with a competitive and quality fabrication shop, Refax has since expanded its offerings to include world-class wear solutions, heavy plate and pipe fabrication, industrial equipment repair, and chrome carbide wear application solutions. The company prides itself on long-term employee retention, with many staff members having over a decade of experience and some with the company since its inception. This depth of expertise enables Refax to deliver tailored solutions to complex industrial challenges. Their team includes mechanical engineers and certified professionals who utilize a comprehensive array of advanced equipment to ensure high-quality workmanship, on-time deliveries, and competitive pricing. Refax's 32,000-square-foot facility is strategically located near major highways, waterways, and rail systems, facilitating efficient transportation and logistics. The fabrication and repair shop features multiple overhead cranes with capacities up to 25 tons, large bay doors accommodating sizeable projects, and dedicated welding and fitting stations equipped with jib cranes. The company serves diverse industries including mining, transportation, steel production, and slag processing, demonstrated through various projects such as manufacturing steel wear packages, refurbishing bridge components, and fabricating fume hoods. Led by President Kristin Oliver Mahle and supported by a team including engineers, supervisors, and sales executives, Refax maintains a mission focused on innovation, quality workmanship, professionalism, and customer satisfaction. Their comprehensive service portfolio and experienced team position them as a trusted partner for industrial equipment maintenance, fabrication, and wear solutions in the Midwest region.