How We Got Started

Early in the year 2000 . . .

Specialty Stainless is a NSF certified fabricator. We currently have many local and national restaurant customers as well as hotels, school systems and other government customers. We also fabricate residential counter tops, hood systems, and outdoor grill systems.

Early in 2000…
I took the opportunity to fulfill my dream of opening my own business. Working from my garage behind my house, I spent many hours fabricating miscellaneous parts for John Deere. During this time I was also a welding instructor at Tennessee Tech in Knoxville. One of my students Andy Burleson asked about stainless steel fabrication. His brother, Randy Burleson owner of Aubrey’s and other local restaurants, needed a stainless steel fabricator.

After meeting with Randy, my vision of opening my own fabrication shop was going to happen. In 2003, during my father’s last few months, I realized I couldn’t run Specialty Stainless on my own. Chris Covington, a former student, came to work for Specialty Stainless Inc. Over the next several years we worked hard to provide an exceptional product and service and needed to hire two welders and one fabricator. In 2007, I earned my mechanical contractors license and formed the partnership of Specialty Stainless LLC with Chris and Rusty Goddard. We continued hiring and purchased new equipment to help us grow.

Specialty Stainless is a NSF certified fabricator. We currently have many local and national restaurant customers as well as hotels, school systems and other government customers. We also fabricate residential counter tops, hood systems, and outdoor grill systems.

The Specialty Stainless team consists of:
Myself (Bill Giron) , Chris Covington, Rusty Goddard,
Will Davison, Kevin Gidcumb, Austin Grigsby, Todd Warren, Bob Auer, Drew Geary, Gavin Sweet, and Carlos Luiz.

Each member of this team has helped to fulfill my vision of being the best stainless fabrication and services company. Thank you all for your commitment to Specialty Stainless.

To our customers, thank you for your business. We consider our relationship with each one of you Priceless.

We look forward to the future,

Thank you,
Bill Giron

We build quality products – We are an NSF certified fabricator. We currently have many local and national restaurant customers as well as hotels, school systems and other government customers. We also fabricate residential counter tops, hood systems, and outdoor grill systems.

26+

Years of Manufacturing Experience & Counting

Trusted expertise

Innovative ideas

Quality assurance

Laser Cutting

Manufacturing & Production

Our manufacturing and production capabilities are built for precision, consistency, and quality.

From custom stainless steel components to repeat production runs, we combine skilled craftsmanship with efficient processes to deliver reliable results that meet your exact specifications.

meet our team

exceeding your expectations

Bill Giron

Bill Giron

Founder/President

35+ years in the welding/fabrication industry, 25+ years of kitchen design/layout and being a former welding instructor allowed him to establish Specialty Stainless from scratch and build it into a successful business.

Chris Covington

Chris Covington

Sales & Marketing

Nearly 25 years in the welding/fabrication industry, with the last 15+ as a leader here at Specialty Stainless, gives him the knowledge and insight to ensure a successful project from start to finish.

Rusty Goddard

Rusty Goddard

Sales & Marketing

50 years business management experience gives Specialty Stainless a unique insight to ensure a quality experience for our customers.

Todd Warren

Todd Warren

Office Manager

Graduating with a degree in C.A.D. he has over 25 years of drafting experience with 15 years in the metal fabrication industry.

Will Davison

Will Davison

Shop Supervisor

Will, has over 15 years at Specialty Stainless…Joined the team shortly after studying for a BS degree in Agricultural Systems Technology at the University of Tennessee, Will has an “Eye” for R&D from start to finish on all projects and the attention to the “craftsmanship” side of the trade.

Kevin Gidcumb

Kevin Gidcumb

Welder/Fabricator

Over 40 years of stainless steel fabricator experience with 30 years of installation experience to insure the product goes according to plan.

Bob Auer

Bob Auer

Fabricator/CNC Brake

Has 45 years of stainless steel fabrication/CNC brake operator experience; extensive R&D on custom stainless steel commercial kitchens; and NFS certified dish tables and countertops. Bob’s knowledge and experience in the field of stainless steel fabrication adds to the ‘exceeds expectation ‘ environment at Specialty Stainless.

Austin Grigsby

Austin Grigsby

Welder/Fabricator

While being the newest member to the team, upon his completion of our apprenticeship program Austin has shown to be a valued employee for Specialty Stainless and with his welding/polishing skills and attention to detail he will be for a long time to come.

Drew Geary

Drew Geary

Welder/Fabricator

Has over 20 years experience in stainless steel fabrication, CNC brake work, laser programming, welding and field installation. Drew has an eye for detail and is a valuable recent addition to Specialty Stainless.

Gavin Sweet

Gavin Sweet

CAD Drafting

Upon graduating from TCAT with a mechanical drafting degree, Gavin completed Specialty Stainless’ apprenticeship program. With an open mind and great attention to detail he will be heading up our CAD department in the very near future and for years to come.

Carlos Luiz

Carlos Luiz

Welder/ Fabricator

Upon relocating from Seattle, Carlos brings 10+ years of welding and fabication experience to our team and with his work ethic has proven to be a valued addition

large production capabilities

Built to Handle More Than Just the Fabrication.

From one-of-a-kind custom pieces to larger production requirements, Specialty Stainless combines experienced craftsmen, precision equipment, and a wide range of in-house capabilities to keep projects moving efficiently from concept to completion.

Whether we’re producing a single specialty component or coordinating a complete fabrication package, our focus remains the same: consistent quality, accurate workmanship, and dependable service.

Quality at Every Stage

Quality isn’t something we check only at the end of a project. From material preparation and cutting through forming, welding, finishing, and final assembly, attention to detail is built into every stage of our process.

Efficient Production

Keeping more capabilities under one roof allows us to reduce handoffs, maintain control over quality, and move projects efficiently through production. Our team can support your project from initial design and fabrication through delivery and installation.

Production Capabilities

Precision cutting for custom components, profiles, openings, and production parts.

Shearing, rolling, forming, machining, tube bending, notching, punching, and custom assembly.

Experienced welding and fabrication for stainless steel, aluminum, copper, carbon steel, and custom applications.

Design consultation, fabrication, on-site welding, delivery, installation, and job-site coordination.

One Team.
From Concept to Completion.

Our capabilities extend beyond the shop floor. By bringing design, production, fabrication, welding, and installation together, Specialty Stainless can provide a more complete solution with one experienced team responsible for getting the details right.

We can help with any phase of your stainless steel fabrication projects.We can help with any phase of your stainless steel fabrication projects.
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