About Us

Who We Are

Our History

Sargent Metal was founded in Anderson, South Carolina in 1975 by J.D. and Donnie Sargent. With very little equipment, the father and son team worked hard to support local textile mills by providing machinery guarding and HVAC ductwork. It was a humble beginning, but they had a lofty goal: to become one of the best fabricators in the Southeast.

Our founders quickly learned that success would require ultimate flexibility, a commitment to continuous learning and improvement, investment in high-quality equipment and technology, and, above all else, superior customer service. The pair strategically added new machinery over the years to expand their capabilities and adapt to emerging industry needs.

Bringing Innovation to Fabrication Through Advanced Manufacturing Processes

Sargent Metal has made strides to continue innovating in different ways throughout the years. From our early adoption of CNC processes to our 80,000 square foot plant expansion, totaling 160,000 square feet of manufacturing space. We’ve invested in our company so that we can have a greater impact on our clients who have remained at the forefront of all that we do.

Our History

1975

Donnie Sargent founded Sargent Metal Fabricators in Anderson, SC. Their primary accounts supported the local textile industry with material handling equipment and metal fabricated duct work.

1976

Sargent began to repair armor cars for Anderson Armor Car Company.

1978

Sargent moved from its River Street location to Standridge Road.

1980

Sargent won a contract with Dunbar to build their armor trucks.

1992

JD Sargent retired. Sargent bought it’s first CNC equipment.

2003

Sargent moved to its present location on Airport Road.

2011

Donnie & Rita Sargent retired.

2015

Sargent opened its Innovation Center focused on prototypes and quick run parts.

2019

Vice President Mike Pence visits to discuss the United States Mexico Canada Agreement (USMCA) concerning fair trade between the 3 countries. Read More.

2020

Sargent Metal announces plans for a 80,000 square-foot expansion and the addition of new state of the art equipment, including a second 8000 kW Fiber Laser and a 1,200 foot automated powder coating system. Read More.

2020

Sargent Metal celebrated the upcoming facility expansion with a ground breaking ceremony with team members, friends of the company and local county leaders on September 22, 2020. Read More.

2022

The new 80,000-square-foot facility expansion officially opened on February 7, 2022, with SC Governor Henry McMaster on hand to commemorate the occasion. The expansion includes a new 1,200-foot automated powder coating system and additional space for value-added assembly operations. Read More.

Our Mission

Our mission is to be the supplier of choice providing fabricated-metal-products by utilizing a balanced value system of quality, delivery, price, and responsiveness.