Ship to Shore (STS) Container Crane and Port Equipment

AWS-certified welding, line boring, and in-field machining services

J.R. Smith Welding Service, Inc. provides AWS-certified welding, line boring, and in-field machining services for the service departments of leading global manufacturers of ship-to-shore (STS) container cranes, rubber-tired gantry cranes, automated rail-mounted gantry cranes, and all types of shipping container handling machinery.

Our port equipment specialists are proud members of the International Longshoremen’s Association Local 1804-1, bringing union-backed skill and professionalism to every project.

We serve the maritime industry throughout New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania – delivering safe, precise, and durable repairs that keep critical port operations running smoothly.

Why Trust J.R. Smith with Your Machining?

Infield machining requires a unique blend of surgical precision and industrial strength. Since 1986, we have specialized in performing these high-tolerance repairs in unpredictable field conditions. By utilizing advanced boring bar systems and custom-engineered mounting setups, we ensure your bores are perfectly concentric and your surfaces are perfectly flat.

Service Area & Availability

With coverage across the Mid- Atlantic, our fully mobile AWS certified welding and machining teams are available for both scheduled maintenance and emergency breakdown support .
We follow OEM approved repair procedures to ensure your equipment returns to service in peak operational condition.