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On-Site Field Machining Services
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On-Site Field Machining Services Global Overview

Definition

Summary

On-site field machining services, also known as in-situ machining and portable machining, involve providers traveling to buyers' facilities to provide planned and emergency repair, maintenance, and modification services for equipment that cannot be easily shipped. Providers service a variety of onshore and offshore machines and equipment, including commercial refrigeration equipment, generators, turbines, valves, mining equipment, drilling rigs, pipes, and pipelines.

This Report Includes:

  • Drilling Services
  • Turning Services
  • Hole & Line Boring Services
  • Pipe Cutting Services
  • Weld Testing Services

Not in this Report:

  • Machine Shop Services

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Global On-Site Field Machining Services Procurement Trends

Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global On-Site Field Machining Services market.

Warning Trends


United States announces additional tariffs on China

  • In February 2025, the United States announced 10.0% tariffs on imports from China. The tariffs took effect on February 4, 2025.
  • The tariff plan applies to all merchandise imported for consumption and applies in addition to other duties and fees that are in place, with limited exceptions.
  • In response, China announced a 15.0% tariff on products such as coal and natural gas, as well as a 10.0% tariff on crude oil, agricultural machinery, pickup trucks, and large cars. The tariff executive orders indicate retaliatory tariffs could lead to further escalation in rates.
  • Providers in this market rely on inputs often sourced from China. As such, ProcurementIQ will continue to monitor developments in this space and update analysis accordingly.

United States postpones plans for sweeping tariffs on Canada and Mexico

  • In February 2025, the United States announced 25.0% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico.
  • Though initially set to take effect on February 4, 2025, the implementation of tariffs on Canada and Mexico has been postponed 30 days to allow for further negotiation.
  • The tariff plan initially proposed by the US applies to all merchandise imported for consumption and applies in addition to other duties or fees that are in place, with limited exceptions.
  • Providers in this market rely on input costs often sourced from an affected country. As such, ProcurementIQ will continue to monitor developments in this space and update analysis accordingly.

Global On-Site Field Machining Services Market - Suppliers by Region

Country/Region Number of Suppliers
#1 Europe 3,350
#2 China 2,625
#3 India 1,905

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  • Canada
  • United States
  • Mexico
  • Latin America
  • South America
  • India
  • China
  • Europe
  • Africa & Middle East
  • Australi & New Zealand
  • Oceania & Southeast Asia

Geography Drilldown - US

Average Cost of On-Site Field Machining Services

United States

2026 Market Pricing
$96.00 to $XXX.XX
per hour

Average Price

Prices in the On-Site Field Machining Services market range from $96.00 to $XXX.XX, depending on Equipment Being Serviced, Type of Services and Distance from Provider. For example, lower prices are associated with Pipelines ($96.00 to $225 per hour), whereas higher prices are associated with Turbines ($160 to $400 per hour), Drilling rigs ($150 to $400 per hour) and Generators ($96.00 to $200 per hour).

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On-Site Field Machining Services Category Price Trends

Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the On-Site Field Machining Services market, prices in the US have grown 2.6% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more

United States (2022-2025)

2.6%
Compound Annual Growth Rate
United States (2025-2028)

Compound Annual Growth Rate

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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for On-Site Field Machining Services

Total cost of ownership is Low in the On-Site Field Machining Services market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Hidden Fees may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.

Negotiated Before

Transportation

Suppliers are required to transport their machining equipment and tools to the buyer’s location, which involves truck depreciation or rental fees, driver wages, and the cost of fuel. Additionally, technicians travel with the equipment or, depending on the urgency of the repair, are flown to the buyer’s location, which further raises the TCO, in turn hindering buyers.

Other Fees

Some vendors charge separately for food and accommodation costs when traveling to the buyer's location.

Unforeseen

Hidden Fees

Under the fixed bid pricing model, there are little to no hidden fees involved with the services. By comparison, if a time and materials pricing model is chosen, the potential for hidden costs increases dramatically, as does the risk of a higher TCO.

Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations

In 2026, buyer power amounts to -1.2 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Product Specialization. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more

United States

-1.2

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Supply Chain Risk

The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as High, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:

1st

Tier Suppliers

  • Power Tools & Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturers
  • Truck & Bus Manufacturers
  • Fuel Dealers

2nd

Tier Suppliers

  • Iron & Steel Manufacturers
  • Automobile Engine & Parts Manufacturers
  • Petroleum Refiners

Biggest On-Site Field Machining Services Suppliers in the US by Revenue

The largest On-Site Field Machining Services vendors by revenue in the US are Universal Plant Services, Bevel Tech Group Inc. and In-Place Machining Company. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more

Supplier Operational Size Headquarters Number of Employees Market Share (%) Market Share Performance (3yr trend) Total Revenue ($ million) Profit Level (%) Risk Level
Rockwell Automation Inc. Global MILWAUKEE, WI >10,000 5-10
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Voith Gmbh & Co. Kgaa Global Heidenheim, DE >10,000 5-10
Atlas Technical Consultants, Inc. National AUSTIN, CA 1,001-10,000 5-10
Universal Plant Services National Deer Park, TX 1,001-10,000 < 5
Team Inc. Global SUGAR LAND, TX 1,001-10,000 < 5
Bevel Tech Group Inc. Regional Geismar, LA 25-50 < 5
In-Place Machining Company Global Milwaukee, MI 101-250 < 5
Integrated Power Services LLC International Greenville, SC 501-1,000 < 5
Mactech Inc. International Red Wing, MN 101-250 < 5

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Profit Analysis

The average profit margin across vendors in the On-Site Field Machining Services market is 5.6% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Overhead. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more

Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis

The stable and low market share concentration benefits buyers by ensuring a high level of competition in this market, which ensures price growth for on-site field machining services is kept in check.

Average vendor risk in this market is moderate, as low competition from substitutes cancels out the risks associated with highly competitive markets.

The high level of supply chain risk threatens providers' operations and makes it more difficult for buyers to gain negotiation leverage.

The United States is a net importer of machinery and mechanical parts, which indicates a high level of competition in the market from foreign vendors. While buyers benefit from the increased competition and wider selection of vendors, the increased reliance on overseas vendors heightens the risk of supply chain disruptions.

Supplier Information

Atlas Technical Consultants, Inc.

Atlas Technical Consultants, Inc. is a public company operating nationally in the professional, scientific and technical services and other services (except public administration) sectors. The company's offerings include on-site field machining services and workplace safety consulting services. Founded in... Subscribe to learn more

Rockwell Automation Inc.

Rockwell Automation Inc. is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing, professional, scientific and technical services and other services (except public administration) sectors. The company's offerings include circular saws, machine shop services, electric ac motors, electric dc motors, power... Subscribe to learn more

Voith Gmbh & Co. Kgaa

Voith Gmbh & Co. Kgaa is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing and other services (except public administration) sectors. The company's offerings include hydraulic turbines and on-site field machining services. Founded in 1867, the company is currently headquartered in Heidenheim, Germany... Subscribe to learn more

Bevel Tech Group Inc.

Bevel Tech Group Inc. is a private company operating regionally in the other services (except public administration) sector. The company's offerings include on-site field machining services. Founded in 1998, the company is currently headquartered in Geismar, Louisiana, United States of America with an estimated... Subscribe to learn more

In-Place Machining Company

In-Place Machining Company is a private company operating globally in the other services (except public administration) sector. The company's offerings include on-site field machining services. Founded in 1976, the company is currently headquartered in Milwaukee, Michigan, United States of America with an... Subscribe to learn more

Integrated Power Services LLC

Integrated Power Services LLC is a private company operating internationally in the other services (except public administration) sector. The company's offerings include on-site field machining services. Founded in 2007, the company is currently headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, United States of... Subscribe to learn more

Mactech Inc.

Mactech Inc. is a private company operating internationally in the other services (except public administration) sector. The company's offerings include on-site field machining services. Founded in 1974, the company is currently headquartered in Red Wing, Minnesota, United States of America with an estimated... Subscribe to learn more

Psc Industrial Holdings Corp.

Psc Industrial Holdings Corp. is a private company operating nationally in the other services (except public administration) sector. The company's offerings include on-site field machining services. Founded in 1977, the company is currently headquartered in Deer Park, Texas, United States of America with Subscribe to learn more

Team Inc.

Team Inc. is a public company operating globally in the mining, construction, professional, scientific and technical services and other services (except public administration) sectors. The company's offerings include maintenance turnaround services, industrial leak detection services, pressure safety valve... Subscribe to learn more

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Procurement Management KPIs for the On-Site Field Machining Services Market

Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Average Resolution Time and Customer Retention Rate. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Availability and other factors.

KPI Level of Importance (1-5) Measurements Key Considerations
Average Resolution Time

Total resolution time

Number of resolved issues

The average resolution time indicates how quickly a supplier is able to resolve customers' issues.

The average resolution time can be used to determine a company’s support responsiveness.

Customer Retention Rate

Number of customers at start of period

Number of customers added within period

The customer retention rate can be used to determine the extent to which a company’s customer base fluctuates over time.

The customer retention rate represents the number of customers a company is able to retain over a set time frame.

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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations

How can I gain leverage during negotiations?

Qualifications

What qualifications does your staff have and what measures do you take to keep those qualifications up-to-date?

Tell me about similar projects you have worked on in the past. What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?

Timeliness

What is your average turnaround time for projects of this type?

How accurate are your time estimates for projects? What is your process for working on multiple projects concurrently?

Geographic Coverage

Do you provide services on a national level or on a local level? What markets do you primarily serve?

Do you partner with any other vendors that offer services in other regions?

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On-Site Field Machining Services RFP Guidelines

What should my RFP include?

Organizational Overview

Buyers should provide an overview of their company.

Buyers should specify the cities, counties and state(s) where they require on-site machining services.

Statement Of Need

Buyers should specify the type(s) of equipment that requires machining services.

Buyers should provide a detailed description of the scope of the machining project, expected frequency of services and number of technicians required.

Project Budget

Buyers should specify preferred payment terms and length of the contract.

Buyers should specify their total budget.

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