Forrest Manufacturing

Forrest Manufacturing approaches each project by first evaluating the exact cutting and fabrication requirements, then engineering a machine that meets those needs. Based in Houston, Texas, the company designs and builds specialty industrial bandsaws and sheet‑metal fabrication equipment for insulation jacketing and other applications. With more than five decades of experience, Forrest’s engineers create both horizontal and vertical bandsaws that can handle a variety of materials—including plastic pipe, wallboard, vacuum‑formed parts, graphite blocks, cooling‑tower filler media, urethane, EPS, aluminum, stainless steel, and other light‑ to medium‑density products.

Every system is assembled in the United States using durable components and precision engineering, aiming for robust performance, easy maintenance, and long‑term reliability even in harsh industrial environments. When an off‑the‑shelf solution does not exist, the team modifies its standard designs or develops entirely new machines to achieve the desired cut quality and production efficiency. This custom‑design capability is highlighted by customer requests that begin with “you have probably never cut this before,” which the company welcomes as an opportunity to apply its expertise.

Forrest Manufacturing serves insulation contractors, metal‑fabrication facilities, and other industrial customers who need accurate, repeatable cuts for elbows, tees, valve covers, and similar components. The firm’s equipment is intended to optimize production, reduce waste, and deliver consistent results that support profitability. Interested parties can reach the factory at 7505 Prairie Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77086, United States, or call 713‑864‑