Other machine builders rely on subcontractors for machining, controls, or fabrication. That slows projects down, increases costs, and limits flexibility. At Southern Tooling we rely on our 400+ years of experience to bring you an integrated, 100% in-house, model. This means:
Learn the Southern Tooling story. Skilled engineers, machinists, and programmers delivering automation with integrity, speed, and partnership.
Founded in 2007, Southern Tooling grew from a simple idea: that custom automation should be fast, flexible, and rooted in trust. Today, we’re a team of 25 professionals with a combined 400+ years of experience, half of whom have worked together for three decades. That longevity matters—it means our customers are working with a unified team that knows how to collaborate and solve problems without administrative red tape.
Our culture is simple but powerful: one team, no strangers. Every person here, from the machinists and welders to designers and programmers, is cross-trained and accountable. We flex to meet the needs of each project and back each other up, which means when challenges arise, you get real-time solutions – not excuses.
This year we’ve expanded our team by 20% to prepare for record demand and the evolving needs of our customers. This new generation is learning directly from our seasoned veterans, ensuring that the deep knowledge we’ve built doesn’t just stay in-house but gets passed down.
What truly defines Southern Tooling is the way we treat people. Customers are partners, not just end users. Your wins are our wins. Internally, we’re the same—respect, collaboration, transparency and accountability aren’t slogans; they’re how we show up every day.
Our story is about people.
The machines we build matter, but the trust we build matters more.
We quote projects with the goal of building long-term partnerships. If you’re serious about creating automation that gives your company an edge, we’ll be there with you from start to finish—and long after the machine is installed.”
For our customers, the door is always open. Drop in and see how your project is going – no heads up needed.
Speed matters, but so does efficiency. Southern Tooling is proud to have achieved industry-recognized milestones in automation efficiency per operator—benchmarks that any manufacturer would be proud to match.
Our most successful innovation to date increased automation efficiency by more than 4x, dramatically reducing operator headcount, eliminating wasteful scrap, and slashing downtime. That system didn’t just pay for itself—it transformed the way our customer thought about what was possible on their production line.
Every project we deliver is designed with this same philosophy: results that improve efficiency, maximize ROI, and make production more resilient.
Our process is designed to maximize efficiency and quality at every stage of production. By integrating advanced technologies and best practices, we ensure seamless workflows.
Fast delivery without sacrificing quality.
Systems that can be adapted, retooled, and repurposed.
A high-touch customer experience where your project is our priority.
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