Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Robotic & Welding Positioners in Tulsa, OK
Preston Eastin designs and manufactures robotic and welding positioning systems with over 50 years of industry experience. Founded in 1972, our Tulsa, Oklahoma-based facility specializes in precision-engineered solutions for automation challenges across aerospace, automotive, energy, and heavy equipment sectors. Our consultative approach prioritizes understanding client needs to deliver customized, high-quality positioners with industry-leading lead times. We serve OEMs, robotic integrators, and machine shops nationwide, combining foundational principles of safety and reliability with continuous innovation.Our team of experts ensures long-term customer satisfaction through rapid response times, proven solutions, and a commitment to solving complex positioning challenges. With strategic investments in manufacturing capabilities, we remain positioned to meet 21st-century automation demands while maintaining our reputation for durable, dependable equipment.
Services
Robotic Positioners
Welding Positioners
Custom Solutions
Cobot Positioners
5-Axis Positioners
Welding Manipulators
Turning Rolls
Gantries
Skyhooks
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience in robotic positioning solutions.
- Our US-based manufacturing ensures short lead times and quality control.
- We provide customizable positioners for specialized industrial applications.
- Our team delivers world-class customer service and technical support.
- We serve major industries including aerospace, automotive, and energy sectors.
What people say
High-quality product
Consistently delivers on time
Outstanding customer support
Dependable partner
Proven solutions
Services
Robotic Positioners
Our robotic positioners add precision and flexibility to industrial automation systems. Designed for aerospace, automotive, and heavy equipment manufacturing, these positioners improve access to complex geometries while reducing cycle times. With customizable load capacities and motion ranges, our solutions integrate seamlessly with robotic arms for optimal performance in welding, painting, and material handling applications.
Welding Positioners
American-made welding positioners enhance productivity and ergonomics in fabrication processes. Our systems reduce welder fatigue by 30% through continuous welding motion and improved deposition rates. Available in 2-axis, floor turntable, and manipulator configurations, these positioners ensure consistent quality across batches while accommodating custom requirements for specialized industrial applications.
Custom Solutions
We engineer bespoke positioning systems for unique manufacturing challenges. Our consultative approach develops solutions exceeding standard product capabilities in load capacity, motion range, or integration requirements. From concept to delivery, our team collaborates with clients to create precision-engineered systems that optimize automation efficiency and operational workflows in demanding industrial environments.
Cobot Positioners
Designed for collaborative automation environments, our cobot positioners enable safe human-robot interaction in light industrial applications. The RTRM-2.5-I transport unit and RTUs provide flexible, cost-effective automation solutions with rapid deployment capabilities. These systems enhance productivity in machine tending, assembly, and precision welding tasks while maintaining operator safety.
5-Axis Positioners
Advanced 5-axis positioners deliver complex motion control for precision manufacturing applications. These systems enable simultaneous multi-directional movement of workpieces, improving access to intricate geometries in welding, thermal spray, and fabrication processes. Engineered for aerospace and defense industries, our 5-axis solutions combine high load capacity with sub-micron accuracy for critical production requirements.
People
Gary Gamino
CEO
Gary Gamino leads Preston Eastin with strategic vision, driving innovation in robotic positioning systems. With decades of industrial engineering experience, he focuses on advancing manufacturing solutions while maintaining the company's 50-year legacy of quality and customer-centric values.
Brad Beall
Vice President
Brad Beall oversees operational excellence at Preston Eastin, ensuring efficient production of precision positioning equipment. His leadership in manufacturing processes maintains the company's reputation for reliability and timely delivery of complex automation solutions.
Kevin Dooley
Director of Robotic Solutions
Kevin Dooley specializes in robotic integration, developing tailored automation strategies for clients. With technical expertise in robotic positioning systems, he bridges customer requirements with innovative engineering solutions to optimize manufacturing productivity and efficiency.
Philip Bugg
Director of Robotic Solutions
Philip Bugg provides technical leadership in robotic positioning applications. His 20+ years of industry experience focus on solving complex automation challenges through customized positioner systems that enhance robotic performance in welding and material handling.
Jim Tero
Director of Operations
Jim Tero manages production operations at Preston Eastin's Tulsa facility. He ensures manufacturing processes meet quality standards while maintaining short lead times for standard and custom positioning equipment through strategic resource optimization.
Questions
What industries do Preston Eastin positioners serve?
Our positioners support aerospace, automotive, defense, energy, transportation, shipbuilding, and heavy equipment manufacturing sectors with specialized automation solutions.
Can you customize positioners for specific requirements?
Yes, we design and manufacture custom positioners when standard products don't meet load capacity or motion range specifications for unique applications.
What support options are available?
Our engineering team provides technical assistance via phone or email, with rapid response times for troubleshooting and system optimization.
How do your positioners improve productivity?
Our systems reduce welding cycle times by 30% through continuous motion, improve ergonomics, and minimize material waste in production processes.
What is your typical lead time?
We maintain industry-leading lead times through US-based manufacturing, with standard products available from stock and custom systems built to schedule.
Do you offer cobot-compatible solutions?
Yes, our cobot positioners like the RTRM-2.5-I enable safe, flexible automation for light industrial applications with rapid deployment capabilities.