Commercial Metal Forming

Akron Plating Company is a member of the National Association of Metal Finishers and the Ohio Association of Metal Finishers. Its facility is ISO registered and the National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program approved its copper line for chemical processing. Akron Plating offers hard chrome and bright nickel chrome, copper and zinc coatings and engravings.

In 1940 our founder, Bob Grim, had a vision. Beginning with a portable welder and working in coal mines and steel mills, Bob Grim began manufacturing steel fuel-oil tanks, and purchased a truck to deliver them. As his two boys, Dick and Bill, grew up, they became involved in the family business. They brought their own interests and expertise with them, and the company expanded by adding a crane, two tractors and trailers. In time, the second generation of sons became active in the business too, and Grim's Crane Service evolved into a third-generation, family-owned corporation. Grandsons Scott Grim and Rob Grim plan to continue the family tradition by providing quality service to all of their customers. For over 60 years, Grim's Crane Service has built strong relationships with our customers that have allowed us to emerge as an industry leader in specialized cranes, rigging and transportation services. We are ready to assist you with any project, large or small. Call us today and discover how our family-owned enterprise can meet your business's needs.