Company Founded
Founder CEO Manny Gandhi starts the company in a 9,000 sq. ft. facility.
Company History
Since our founding over 20 years ago, Power Plant Services has been growing to better serve our customers
The rich history that PPS presents in our industry is also testimony of the might diversity and expertise can create in one of the most demanding industrial markets in the world. With this in mind, we invite you to glance over the achievements we have made, but also stay tuned to where we are going because our company is committed to making its mark in the industry and the world.
1998
2001
Expanding Facilities
PPS is relocated to a 69,000 sq. ft. facility in Melrose Park, IL, adding a new turbine repair division.
2001
2006
ISO Certification
PPS achieves its ISO certification by NSF-ISR and adds sandblasting capabilities to its services.
2007
Trucking Division
PPS launches trucking division: flatbed, Sprinter van, and multiple semi-trucks.
2007
2008
Manufacturing Services
Added 6,000 sq. ft. facility to manufacture standard parts in Melrose Park, IL
2010
Geographic Expansion
Company adds 40,000 sq. ft. facility in Oswego, IL and Ball Ground, GA.
2010
2011
New Services
PPS relocates standard plant to 30,000 sq. ft. facility; starts OCIC company and purchases General Manufacturing.
2013
Strategic Acquisitions
Opened 25,000 sq. ft. packing and seals division; purchased C&F Machining and employee count soars to more than 200.
2013
2015
Our Team Keeps Growing
PPS moves General Manufacturing and NB Finishing adjacent to the Melrose Park, IL facility.
2016
Additional Acquisitions
PPS adds a pump division to repair sector and purchases an additional machining facility.
2016
2017
AS 9100 Certification
The company achieves the prestigious AS 9100 certification by NSF-ISR and acquired FMS (Field Machining Services).
2018
New Wave of Expansion
PPS acquires a new 40,000 sq. ft. facility in Bedford Park, IL with 40 and 50-ton OH cranes.
2018
2019
Leadership Team Grows
PPS hires a Chief Operating Officer of Manufacturing, a Chief Operating Officer of Service, and a Corporate Director of Quality.
2020
Looking Beyond the Horizon
PPS remains committed to the industries we serve through the COVID-19 pandemic, continuing to grow and develop new markets.
2020
2021
New Company Branding
PPS releases a new brand to communicate its value and commitment as a leading service provider in the industries it serves.
2021
PPS Acquired by Center Rock
Center Rock is one of the world’s leading private equity companies with a proven track record of successful acquisitions.
2021