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McIlvanie Machine Works
Yakima, WA, U.S.A.
Manufacturer Class: Metal Working Machinery

History

Last Modified: Dec 2 2023 4:56PM by Jeff_Joslin
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Established in 1922 by William P. McIlvanie, the McIlvanie Machine Works made "Century" engine lathes and drill presses.

Information Sources

Northwest Railway Museum has an article on the McIlvanie Machine Works factory that includes photographs of a McIlvanie lathe, drill press, and an aluminum pattern for the main drill press casting.
Photography website's photos of this firm's plant.
Obituary for Bill McIlvanie (1921-2014), son of the founder and longtime owner-operator of McIlvanie Machine Works.

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