Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Industrial Equipment & Engineering Solutions
Lefiell has been a leader in the meat processing equipment industry since its founding in 1910. Originally established as John's Hanger Company, we transitioned to serving the meat industry by developing innovative solutions like the first prefabricated overhead rail switch and the walking beam system. Our century-long expertise spans designing and manufacturing durable kill floor equipment, overhead conveyor systems, and custom-engineered components for beef, pork, and small animal processing. With a team of seasoned professionals averaging over 15 years of tenure, we provide comprehensive services from concept design to AutoCAD layouts and complete plant construction.Our commitment to innovation is evidenced by industry-first technologies like electrical stimulation systems and award-winning rail components. As a trusted partner to major meat processors and independent operations alike, we combine deep industry knowledge with responsive service to deliver equipment that maximizes operational efficiency and minimizes maintenance costs.
Services
Beef Kill Floor
Pork Kill Floor
Overhead Conveyor Systems
Custom Equipment Design
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1910
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of specialized meat processing equipment expertise
- Our team provides custom engineering solutions for unique facility requirements
- We manufacture durable equipment proven in demanding global meat plants
- Our staff includes professionals with 20-30 years of industry experience
- We deliver comprehensive services from concept design to plant construction
Services
Beef Kill Floor
We design and manufacture complete beef kill floor equipment systems. Our solutions include bleeding shackles, spreaders, and specialized components engineered for efficiency and durability. These systems handle high-volume processing while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance standards in modern meatpacking operations.
Pork Kill Floor
Our pork kill floor systems feature hydraulic dehairers, head splitters, and elevating platforms. These specialized machines optimize pork processing efficiency while ensuring consistent quality. The equipment is built to withstand demanding production environments and maintain strict hygiene requirements.
Overhead Conveyor Systems
We engineer overhead conveyor rail systems with patented components like our SST Switch and Easy-Glide Trolley. These systems ensure smooth product movement through processing facilities. Custom configurations accommodate various production volumes and plant layouts while minimizing maintenance needs.
Custom Equipment Design
Our engineering team creates customized equipment solutions for unique processing requirements. From specialized rail components to complete system integrations, we combine CAD design capabilities with decades of industry experience to deliver equipment that meets specific operational needs and facility constraints.
Project Management
We offer comprehensive project management for meat processing facility development. Services include layout design, equipment specification, and system integration. Our team coordinates from initial concept through installation, ensuring cohesive implementation of complete processing lines and supporting infrastructure.
Questions
What industries does LeFiell Company serve?
We specialize in meat processing equipment for beef, pork, and small animal facilities worldwide.
How long has LeFiell been in business?
We've been manufacturing meat processing equipment since 1910, with over a century of industry experience.
Do you provide custom engineering solutions?
Yes, our team creates customized equipment designs and complete plant engineering solutions tailored to specific needs.
What types of equipment do you manufacture?
We produce kill floor equipment, overhead rail systems, conveyor components, and specialized processing machinery.
Can you support international projects?
Yes, we've provided equipment and engineering services to meat processing facilities worldwide.
