THE COMPANY
Founded in 1989 in San Diego, R. J. Kates Company maintains a multi-million dollar inventory to serve our welding and cutting rental, sales, and repair customers.
We offer a comprehensive range of services for welding and cutting, supporting both on-site construction and ship repair, as well as welding and fabrication shops.
- CNC Equipment – Service, Retro-fit, and Sale
- Rental of Welding, Cutting, Power Service, and Air Compressor Equipment
- Factory Authorized Repair
- Sale of New and Used Welding & Cutting Equipment
- Consultation of Handheld and Automated Welding & Cutting Equipment
Since its founding in 1989 in San Diego, R. J. Kates Company has grown significantly, expanding its operations to serve a wide range of customers across the Southwest. With a robust, multi-million dollar inventory, we are uniquely positioned to meet the needs of the welding and cutting industry, offering a full suite of rental, sales, and repair services. Our strategic expansion has allowed us to provide high-quality solutions not only to the San Diego region but also to construction sites, shipyards, and fabrication shops throughout the Southwest.
Our extensive inventory and commitment to service excellence enable us to support a variety of applications, from large-scale on-site construction projects to complex ship repair operations. Whether you need equipment for short-term rental or permanent integration into your business, R. J. Kates Company has the resources and expertise to help. Our rental fleet includes top-of-the-line welding and cutting equipment, offering flexible solutions that are tailored to the unique needs of your project, no matter the size or scope.
In addition to rentals, we specialize in comprehensive repair services, keeping your equipment in optimal working condition. Our factory-trained technicians ensure that your machinery is serviced quickly and efficiently, minimizing downtime and helping your business stay productive. As we continue to expand our reach, R. J. Kates Company remains dedicated to delivering high-quality welding and cutting solutions across the Southwest, combining decades of experience with a forward-thinking approach to meet the evolving needs of the industry.
If you need on-site service, rental, repair or new welding or cutting machinery, call R. J. Kates at Office: (855) 223-9353 (WELD) and let us help you with your needs.
R. J. Kates is registered with the U.S. government Department of Defense in the Central Contractor Registration (DOD/CCR). CAGE/NCAGE #1RPX6; DUNS #610895732.
