ABOUT INDUSTRIES PRODUCTS SERVICES LOCATIONS CONTACT Home » About About Driven to improve the way the world processes fluids, Feldmeier Equipment was founded in 1952 when Robert H. Feldmeier developed the world’s first Triple Tube™ Heat Exchanger. From this revolutionary advancement grew a family inspiration to expand ingenuity and forward thinking to a variety of industries. Feldmeier Equipment has since become a respected supplier to some of the most elite companies worldwide in their respective trades. From pharmaceutical, biotech, and cosmetic clients to brewers and food, dairy, and beverage processing facilities, the Feldmeier name has become a trusted resource for quality, dependable stainless steel processing equipment. As we have grown from a single facility in Syracuse NY to now six manufacturing facilities in four states with global reach, there continues a constant theme that keeps us true to our original principles; The Feldmeier name and family which remains the backbone of the company today, now three generations strong. From the advent of the Triple Tube Heat Exchanger, to the Spray-Up silo cleaning system, and most recently the Feldmeier’s entire Farma Mixer agitation line; Innovation has been, and will continue to be, a family tradition. PHOTO GALLERY Feldmeier History Expand all items 2019 Feldmeier starts renovation on Townline Facility In early 2019, Feldmeier Equipment started renovation on their former Syracuse Townline location. This renovation will allow Feldmeier to launch it’s new Components Division. 2018 Feldmeier moves into new manufacturing facility and headquarters Feldmeier Equipment moves into their new state of the art manufacturing facility and corporate headquarters on June 17th, 2018. The new facility has 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space, 33,000 square feet of office space and room for a $40,000 square foot expansion. Shortly after moving in, the road was changed from Brooklawn Parkway to Robert Feldmeier Parkway in honor of Mr. Robert H. Feldmeier. 2018 R. H. Feldmeier Day The Town of Dewitt dedicates September 24th, 2018 as R. H. Feldmeier Day in honor of Mr. Robert H. Feldmeier who was born on this very day. He was a proud member of the US Marine Corps and served as 2nd Lt. in WWII. Driven to improve the way the world processes fluid, Mr. Feldmeier invented the world’s first Triple Tube Heat Exchanger and in 1952 founded Sanitary Processing Equipment which is now Feldmeier Equipment, Inc. 2017 Syracuse breaks ground on new facility In 2017, Feldmeier Equipment breaks ground on a new 133,000 square foot, high-tech manufacturing facility and corporate headquarters in DeWitt, NY 2014 Riverside Facility Goes Live! Our newest production facility has officially gone on-line as of February 2014! With this our sixth facility overall, and the second facility in Little Falls NY, we are poised to further expand our medium-to-large tank fabrication capabilities and unparalleled flexibility in production. 2013 Riverside Facility Groundbreaking As we break ground on our newest production facility, we eagerly look forward to our future and the services we can offer! Nested on the banks of the historic Erie Canal in Little Falls NY, our newest facility will be equipped to produce some of our largest factory-built products yet. 2012 Syracuse Facility Expansion of Manufacturing Space A wall-to-wall renovation of our floorspace and general process flow has allowed us to more efficiently fabricate our products, to the point that we needed to expand! Our expansion builds on the flow we have already put in place, and gives us more production space for additional client projects. 2010 Nevada Facility Expansion of Manufacturing Equipment A tooling upgrade in our Nevada facility will enable us to produce more tank heads in-house without the time delay associated with their transit from other operations. One more example of how Feldmeier is constantly evolving. 2008 Robert H. Feldmeier Inducted into the MACNY Wall of Fame Feldmeier Equipment founder Robert H. Feldmeier has been honored by the Manufacturers Association of Central New York with an induction into this year’s wall of fame, recognizing his professional and civic contributions to his Central New York home. 2001 Iowa Facility Begins Operations Feldmeier Equipment officially commences work in our fifth production facility, located in the heart of the continental United States. Our mid-west facility is positioned for fast, efficient service to the central states. 1999 Nevada Facility Opens its Doors West coast clients now have a practical option for regional fabrication as Feldmeier Equipment officially start fabrication in our fourth production facility. Our Nevada location is convenient for production of tanks for industries in the southwest to the northwest, and in between. 1998 Little Falls NY Facility; Acquisition of Cherry-Burrell Tank Operations Cherry-Burrell’s tank production operations in Central New York, has officially become part of the Feldmeier Equipment family as our third facility. The proud history of the Little Falls NY factory’s legacy, and its home as the birthplace of D.H. Burrell’s dairy equipment company, will expand the production capabilities of the company to serve our clients more effectively. 1996 Alabama Facility is Completed Increasing Feldmeier Equipment’s east-coast coverage, our Alabama facility is our second concurrent production facility. Now with production in the northeast and southeast, we are now able to offer clients more effective fabrication and shipping options. 1990 Syracuse NY Facility Moves into Townline Road Location Feldmeier Equipment’s current corporate headquarters and fabrication facility in Syracuse NY has been our home for nearly 25 years. Originally acquired for its convenient location and floorspace to expand immediate production with room for future growth, this facility has served us well, and will continue to do so following our 2012 building expansion here! 1989 Sanitary Processing Equipment Inc Becomes Feldmeier Equipment As we enter a new era and continue to expand to service a variety of applications, Robert Feldmeier’s Sanitary Processing Equipment Inc officially becomes Feldmeier Equipment. 1985 Syracuse NY Facility Moves to Lodi Street Location With the solid success and rapidly expanding loyal client base, our Butternut Street location can no longer offer us the physical room to grow into the company that we know we will become. With space to build more variety and more efficient handling of the equipment during the fabrication process, the Lodi Street location is the pivot point that solidifies our role in the sanitary processing equipment market. 1980 Robert H. Feldmeier Patents the Spray-Up Cleaning Device Looking for a way to improve the tank sanitation process while simplifying the actual equipment required, Robert H. Feldmeier develops and patents the “Spray Up” in-place cleaning device for vertical tanks. The revolutionary cleaning process eliminates the need for external cleaning solution supply lines, vent lines, and overflow lines to the top of the tank, therefore also removing the need for ladders, catwalks, and the general need for top head access. The “Feldmeier Advantage” is born, and is still being supplied for use in new Feldmeier Equipment dairy silos today. 1965 Syracuse NY Facility at Butternut Street As a growing company, it is from our Butternut Street production facility that Robert H Feldmeier’s company will transform the sanitary process equipment market. 1964 Sanitary Processing Equipment Tubular Heat Exchangers Robert H. Feldmeier’s advancements in tubular heat exchanger design built the foundation of Sanitary Processing Equipment Inc. Here an early heat exchanger is displayed, and being admired by Mr. Feldmeier’s children Robert Jr. and Lisa. 1952 Robert H. Feldmeier Founds Sanitary Processing Equipment Inc With a well-engineered, innovative design and an aspiration to change the heat exchanger market, Robert Feldmeier begins his company as Sanitary Processing Equipment Inc. The company will grow to become the nation’s largest manufacturer of stainless tanks and a global supplier to a wide variety of industries as we evolve into the Feldmeier Equipment of today. 1871 Harvey Feldmeier (1871—1935) Serving as Chief Engineer for Cherry-Burrell Corporation in Little Falls NY, Harvey Feldmeier (1871—1935) earns the respect of his fellow colleagues and neighbors both professionally and privately. The holder of an amazing 56 patents, Harvey Feldmeier’s ingenuity and forward thinking continues to inspire the employees of Feldmeier Equipment today. 6715 Robert Feldmeier Parkway Syracuse, NY 13211 (315) 454-8608 About Downloads News & Events Videos Industries Bio-Tech & Pharmaceutical Cosmetic & Personal Care Food & Dairy Beverage Brewery Other Industries Products Tanks & Vessels Agitation Specialty Services Field Service Replacement Parts Engineering Services FAT/SAT Locations Syracuse, NY – Headquarters Syracuse, NY Little Falls, NY Montgomery, AL Shell Rock, IA Fernley, NV Contact Careers