Business Details
32 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Industrial Loss Restoration Experts in Dallas
Continental Machinery specializes in rapid industrial restoration following catastrophic events. Founded in 1994, our expertise stems from decades of machine tool rebuilding and over 30 years of disaster recovery experience. Our team of certified professionals provides comprehensive services including damage assessment, mitigation, equipment restoration, and project management. We serve manufacturing, commercial, and governmental clients globally, with a proven track record of minimizing revenue loss and restoring operations to pre-loss conditions. Our technical specialists, including President Jeff Schwenk and Vice President Jeff Williams, combine deep industry knowledge with litigation support capabilities.Recognized by insurance professionals for accurate reporting and forensic analysis, we mobilize quickly to mitigate further damage and deliver detailed repair scopes. Clients like Koike Aronson, Inc. and The Greenspan Co. attest to our ability to expedite recovery processes while maintaining strict adherence to manufacturer specifications. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, we operate internationally with a focus on maximizing restoration efficiency and client trust.
Services
Fire Loss
Flood Loss
Explosion Loss
Chemical Reaction
Hurricane/Tornado Loss
Equipment Valuation
Project Management
Litigation Support
Damage Mitigation
Forensic Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized industrial restoration expertise
- Our team mobilizes within hours of catastrophic incidents
- We provide detailed forensic analysis and damage assessment reports
- Our litigation support includes expert witness testimony
- We operate internationally with proven cross-border project management
What people say
Quick technical response
Detailed scope of repairs
Thorough forensic analysis
Helped restore production
Immediate damage mitigation
Services
Fire Loss Restoration
Our fire loss specialists conduct immediate site assessments to prevent further equipment damage. We develop detailed repair scopes for production machinery, including cleaning with ultrasonic technology and dip tanks. Our team coordinates equipment replacement and facility restoration while maintaining compliance with manufacturer specifications.
Flood Loss Recovery
We implement corrosion prevention measures and moisture mitigation strategies for flood-affected equipment. Our technicians perform comprehensive damage assessments and develop cost-effective repair plans. We manage complete facility drying and equipment restoration processes to minimize operational downtime.
Explosion Loss Mitigation
Our team responds rapidly to explosion incidents, securing sites and preventing secondary damage. We conduct forensic analysis to determine root causes and develop detailed repair protocols. We coordinate specialized equipment replacement and facility reconstruction while maintaining safety standards.
Chemical Reaction Assessment
We evaluate chemical exposure impacts on industrial equipment and facilities. Our specialists develop decontamination protocols and material compatibility assessments. We provide detailed reports on equipment salvageability and implement corrosion prevention measures for affected systems.
Project Management
Our certified project managers oversee all restoration phases from initial assessment to final commissioning. We coordinate subcontractors, manage timelines, and ensure compliance with insurance requirements. We provide regular progress updates and cost tracking throughout the recovery process.
People
Jeff Schwenk
President
With 30+ years in disaster recovery, Jeff leads Continental Machinery's assessment and restoration efforts. He specializes in equipment valuation and has served as expert witness in multiple litigation cases involving industrial losses across manufacturing and governmental sectors.
Jeff Williams
Vice President
As Director of Technical Operations, Jeff oversees equipment refurbishment and project execution. His expertise in mechanical rebuilding and laser alignment ensures precise restoration of production machinery to manufacturer specifications during complex loss scenarios.
Ron Gross
Mechanical Systems
Ron manages site assessments and restoration projects globally. His manufacturing engineering background enables effective mitigation strategies for diverse industrial facilities, including international assignments in Thailand and the Bahamas.
Klinton Marler
Consultant
With a decade of service, Klinton provides forensic analysis and damage evaluation expertise. He develops cost estimates and loss determination reports for public adjusters and insured clients across multiple industries.
Jeff Stiles
Equipment Specialist
Jeff leads semiconductor equipment evaluations and calibration projects. His technical expertise in electron beam lithography systems supports precise restoration of high-tech manufacturing equipment following catastrophic losses.
Questions
What types of industrial losses do you handle?
We specialize in fire, flood, explosion, chemical reaction, and hurricane/tornado losses affecting manufacturing, commercial, and governmental facilities.
How quickly can you respond to an emergency?
Our team mobilizes within hours of initial contact and can deploy internationally for urgent loss mitigation requirements.
Do you work directly with insurance companies?
Yes, we collaborate with insurers, public adjusters, and legal professionals to provide accurate damage assessments and restoration documentation.
Can you handle complex equipment restoration?
Our technicians specialize in precision machinery restoration using ultrasonic cleaning and advanced calibration techniques for production equipment.
What project management services do you offer?
We coordinate all restoration phases including subcontractor management, timeline scheduling, and compliance documentation for complete loss recovery.
Do you provide litigation support services?
Yes, our experts provide forensic analysis, expert reports, and court testimony for equipment loss disputes and insurance claims litigation.
