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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

    Company Founded

    Founder CEO Manny Gandhi starts the company in a 9,000 sq. ft. facility.

  • 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

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Power Plant Services’ Headquarters:

3131 W Soffel Ave,
Melrose Park, IL 60160
Email: sales@ppsvcs.com
Phone: (708) 345-8600

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