Our story

Over 25 Years Of Excellence

McKenzie Valve & Machining LLC was placed in McKenzie, Tennessee and started producing the UTLX brand of valves and tank car components in 1997. The facility is centrally located in a 40,000+ square foot manufacturing facility conveniently located with access to major transportation venues for fast and efficient delivery to customers.

McKenzie Valve has increased its customer base outside of those facilities. The Tennessee facility was created by relocating the machinery and designs from the East Chicago facility. By bringing in new equipment, McKenzie Valve was able to more than double the existing valve manufacturing capacity.

Over the past decade, McKenzie Valve has continually improved. The teamwork seen at McKenzie Valve is a testimony to the culture that exists and the superior effort that is put forth to make high quality products.

welder working on a piece of metal with sparks

1997

Humble Beginnings

McKenzie Valve & Machining is born and established in McKenzie, TN.

2014

Our Top Ball Valves Launch

McKenzie Valve launches three new products: our UTR, UTFR, and UFD top ball valves. Here, we solidify that our products not only meet expectations but go beyond as some of the highest quality top ball valves in the market.

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a large group of pipes in a building

2018

ISO 9001 Certified

McKenzie Valve receives our ISO 9001 Certification. This certification allows us to continuously improve our products from build to testing, reinforcing our commitment to providing quality valves.

2022

Our 25th Anniversary

McKenzie Valve celebrates 25 years as a trusted industry leader, supplying customers with the highest quality products and customer service.

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A woman wearing a hard hat and glasses.

2023

5 Years Without Injury

McKenzie reports its 5th consecutive year without a recordable injury, solidifying our safety-first workplace culture.

Humble Beginnings

McKenzie Valve & Machining is born and established in McKenzie, TN.

A person holding a large metal object in their hands.
1997
A bunch of metal containers sitting on top of a conveyor belt.
2014

Our Top Ball Valves Launch

McKenzie Valve launches three new products: our UTR, UTFR, and UFD top ball valves. Here, we solidify that our products not only meet expectations but go beyond as some of the highest quality top ball valves in the market.

ISO 9001 Certified

McKenzie Valve receives our ISO 9001 Certification. This certification allows us to continuously improve our products from build to testing, reinforcing our commitment to providing quality valves.

A man working on a piece of machinery.
2018
A train is traveling down the train tracks.
2022

Our 25th Anniversary

McKenzie Valve celebrates 25 years as a trusted industry leader, supplying customers with the highest quality products and customer service.

5 Years Without Injury

McKenzie reports its 5th consecutive year without a recordable injury, solidifying our safety-first workplace culture.

A person holding a gauge in their hand.
2023
Our values

The Future of McKenzie Valve & Machining

As we celebrate our achievements, we’re ready for the next evolution of McKenzie Valve.

Innovation

For the next stage of rail products, we’re just getting started. Evolving products and services like rising stem angle valves, external safety valves, expanding our physical locations, and more, we’re ready to take on the world.

Excellence

Since 1997, we’ve provided first-rate products, service, and industry-leading expertise to rail customers with industry-best value. Our precise engineering, advanced processes, and top-quality valves ensure you’ll always be satisfied with your McKenzie Valve & Machining experience.

Impact

As a top-class manufacturer of rail products, our impact on the rail industry is undeniable. We are devoted to providing game-changing products and exceptional customer service. We’re making sure your tank car valves are made right.

Meet Our Team

Discover the passionate minds behind our success – a diverse assembly of talents, each contributing their unique expertise to forge a formidable team.

Jimmy McClain

Jimmy McClain

General Manager
Tommy Summers

Tommy Summers

Product & Process Improvement Manager
Colleen Eldredge

Colleen Eldredge

Group Controller — Railcar Components
Brandon Breaux

Brandon Breaux

QA Manager
Daniel Tucker

Daniel Tucker

Buyer
Jessie Cox

Jessie Cox

Shop Supervisor
Brittnie Shell

Brittnie Shell

Customer Service
David Dabbs

David Dabbs

Sr. Customer Service Representative
Matthew Floyd

Matthew Floyd

Customer Service
Michael Travathan

Michael Travathan

Materials Supervisor
Cole Rankin

Cole Rankin

Valve Engineer
Roger Danzy

Roger Danzy

Engineer