Who We Are
Latanick Equipment, Inc. is a family-owned industrial machinery and fabrication company headquartered in Huron, Ohio. Founded in 1973, we have spent more than five decades building a reputation for quality craftsmanship, engineering expertise, and reliable service across Northeast Ohio and beyond.
We specialize in the design and fabrication of custom industrial machinery, heavy steel and aluminum structures, precision machining, and welding, both in our shop and on-site at customer locations. We also supply and install WATT-brand telescoping rack-and-pinion valves for pipeline applications.
Today, the company is led by President and Owner Richard "Rick" Poorman, with Office Manager Judy Poorman supporting day-to-day operations. Rick and Judy are supported by their sons, Brandon Poorman and Ryan Poorman, who are also part of the team, carrying the family tradition of custom machining and fabrication into the next generation. Our team of 15+ skilled employees brings deep hands-on expertise to every project, large or small.
Industries We Serve
Our customers span a wide range of sectors, from local contractors and farms to municipal utilities and research institutions.
"A diverse custom machine design and equipment builder… offering complete fabrication services, machining and assembly."
- Western States Valves linecard
Notable Projects
NASA Cylinder Rack
Fabricated a custom 20×50-ft steel cylinder rack for Garrett Research (NASA). Due to its size, the rack was built in sections and assembled on-site at the NASA facility.
Gull Harbor Floating Docks
Designed and fabricated steel and aluminum floating dock systems for Gull Harbor marina, demonstrating our versatility across marine and waterway applications.
Flying Cut Off Machine
Engineered and built a custom Flying Cut Off Machine for a regional industrial client, an example of our end-to-end design and build capability.
Our History
Founded and incorporated by Ken Watt, acquiring the business from Frank Latanick.
Operations relocated to 720 River Road, Huron, Ohio, the company's home to this day.
Fabricated a massive 20×50-ft custom steel cylinder rack for Garrett Research (NASA), assembled on-site.
Built floating boat docks for Gull Harbor marina and engineered a custom Flying Cut Off Machine for a local client.
Richard "Rick" Poorman takes ownership, continuing the company's mission of custom industrial machinery and fabrication.
Founder Ken Watt passed away. Rick Poorman continues leading the company forward.
Received a USDA REAP energy grant of $14,875 for LED lighting upgrades, saving ~$4,400/year in electricity.
Recognized by Team NEO in their regional Advanced Manufacturing impact report for Erie County.
Facility Expansion: the company received site and design plan approval for a new 7,200-square-foot cold storage building at our 720 River Road campus.
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Huron, OH 44839