Jul 1939
Fred J. Mika Starts B & F Metal Fabricating
Located in South Euclid, Ohio the company would remain at this original location for the next 28 years primarily producing custom HVAC duct work.
We have a long and rich history of quality craftmanship and are positioning the organization to meet the goals of the 21st century customer.
Under new leadership since the Fall of 2020, Mika is undergoing a transformation to improve efficiencies that will drive down costs, reduce turnaround times and build a culture that puts Fans First, supports Team Always, serves the Greater Good while ensuring long-term Sustainable Success for the organization.
MEET OUR TEAM
Scott Shelfer
Chairman
Ryan Thomas
President
Rebecca Cole
Director Sales & Marketing
Kelley Farkas
Business Operations Director
Jim Gunvalsen
Sales Operations Manager
Kevin Timms
Manufacturing Engineer
Matthew Brinkman
Production Manager
CORE VALUES
At Mika Metal Fabricating if we don’t deliver our customers can’t deliver. Whether making a fully assembled product ready to sell immediately to the market, or a single component of a larger project, Mika strives for impeccable quality and on-time delivery. This is key for our success; but more importantly, it’s paramount to the success of our customers.
At the same time, Mika will not jeopardize the well-being of our employees, the sustainability of our planet or put short-term gain before the long-term financial health of our company.
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We Fanatically Put Fans First
Our customers are the reason we exist. Mika’s goal is to meet and exceed expectations for every project entrusted to us. We strive for exceptional workmanship and communication throughout each area of production. We offer a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with the quality of the product delivered, we will work diligently until you are!
We Serve Team Always
By teaming tenured industry veterans with future sheet metal professionals, we combine tribal knowledge with energy and exuberance for the benefit of all to learn and continue growing no matter where they are in their professional journey.
We value treating one another with respect and kindness, bringing a positive work-life balance, promoting family first, and encouraging healthy habits. Providing every team member with a satisfying and rich personal and professional life will only make our team, stronger and more successful.
We Strive For Sustainable Success
Mika encourages people to challenge assumptions while embracing change and continuous improvement. To be successful in today’s ever-changing world requires our employees to think and act based on reason and logic.
We Promote The Greater Good
By supporting and serving both the local and global community we strengthen the human ties that bind us. Mika seeks opportunities that help organizations, people and the planet prosper.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
Our team of dedicated professionals and craftspeople have varying backgrounds, life experiences, ideas and perspectives, all of which contribute to our shared “maker” mentality. Regardless of gender, race, age, national origin, sexual orientation or culture, Mika Metal Fabricating is committed to building a diverse, equitable culture where everyone is included and belongs.
HISTORY / TIMELINE
Jul 1941
Mika Becomes A Custom Sheet Metal Fabricating Shop
During WWII, the company switches focus and begins making metal ammunition boxes that go on tanks, for Cleveland Tank Company, located in the spot where the Cleveland IX Center is today.
Jul 1967
Mika-Kidd Manufacturing Company Is Born
Fred J.G. Mika becomes partners with his brother-in-law. In addition to changing the name, they move the business to Hamann Parkway in Willoughby, Ohio and become heavily involved in manufacturing complex electronic assemblies. Customers include Keithley Instruments, Elgin Electronics and Bailey Controls.
Jul 1970
Name Changes to Mika-Snyder Metal Fabricating
One brother-in-law pursues new opportunities while another brother-in-law steps in. In addition to products for the electronics industry, the company begins producing vending machines for Dixie-Narco, well into the 1980’s.
Jul 1994
Name Changes to Mika Metal Fabricating Company
Fred J.G. Mika’s sons join the company. Company is on the precipice of explosive growth and expansion.
Jul 2002
The Company Expands
Moving to an 80,000 sq.ft. location across the street on Hamann Parkway, the company continues growing and remains there to this day.
Jul 2020
A New Beginning
While the world reels from the Covid-19 Pandemic, Scott & Ryan set out to transform Mika Metal Fabricating. Significant upgrades were made to the building, shop floor and office spaces to support a more progressive and innovative culture for the 21st century and beyond.
Jul 2020
Major renovations made to shop floor and offices which provides a much-improved employee environment and a better experience for our customers.
Sep 2020
Purchased new Chevy extended cab delivery van which was wrapped to reflect new corporate branding.
Oct 2020
Core Values, Vision and Mission Statements established.
Jun 2021
Launched a new and improved website showcasing our updated branding.
Sep 2021
Assisted portable power supply OEM with the launch of a new UL electrical enclosure.
Oct 2021
Rebuilding Relationships
Rekindled ties to the vending industry by bringing on major new customers to manufacture self-service kiosks.
Oct 2021
Purchased a new Lissmac SMW 123
Nov 2021
Installed new Amada HRB press brake to bending department.
Nov 2022
Expanded into environmental test chamber market, making humidifier vessels for applications that rely on specific uniformity, humidity and pressure levels.
Dec 2022
Late 2022 Mika’s entrée into the telecommunications market as we partnered with organizations who needed to outsource capacity for laser cutting and bending operations to supplement their in-house fab shops.
Jan 2023
Mike Metal Fabricating is selected as Small Business of the Year by the Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce.
Jun 2023
The company was proud to sponsor the Akron University Zips Racing Team with their electric car project by providing pro-bono welding services.
Jul 2023
Installed new Amada Ventis 4kW fiber optic laser further enhancing our cutting and punching capabilities.
