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Leading Manufacturer of Meat Processing Products for over a Century
100 years of experience
We have Set the Standard for Manufacturing Meat Cutting Solutions Since 1924
With a comprehensive line of products, including meat grinder/mincer knives and plates, bone collector systems, blade inserts, deboning machine components, skinner tooth rollers/blades, and emulsifier replacement parts, Speco consistently delivers on its mission to help customers achieve increased efficiency and profitability.
12,000+ Products Manufactured
120+ Partners Worldwide
Family Owned
Built in the USA
The Management Team
The Company
Since 1924, Speco has been at the forefront of the meat processing industry, providing cutting-edge solutions to meet the needs of its customers. With a comprehensive line of products, including:
Meat grinder/mincer knives and plates
Bone collector systems
Blade inserts
Deboning machine components
Skinner tooth rollers and blades
Emulsifier replacement parts
Speco has been family owned and operated for over 100 years. Fourth generation family members are now running the business with plans to grow the business for the next 100 years. All of our manufacturing is done on-site in the USA with the latest manufacturing equipment.
Our Principals
Quality
We do everything we can to make our products better! We are constantly testing and improving materials, as well as adding features and small design details that others don't.
Customer Service
The customer is boss!
We believe that what is best for our customer is best for all of us. Everyone at Speco understands that concept. Our sales and service people are trained to know our products, and to be friendly and helpful.
Value
We give you the highest quality at a competitive price, making us the best value on the market.
Integrity
Integrity is the basic element of Speco.
Our products are guaranteed, period. No fine print, we stand behind them 100%!
Leading Manufacturer of Meat Grinder Plates and Knives for a Century
100 Years
Speco History
100 Years of Manufacturing Excellence!
100 Years
1924
- Carl W. Dieckmann founded Specialty Manufactured Sales Company out of his home in Chicago.
- Patented Removeable Insert Blade
- Patented Reversible Grinder Plate
1930
Charles W. Hess, grandson of Carl Dieckmann joins the business.
Purchased first equipment to begin manufacturing.
Patented Triumph Blade
1940
- Specialty Manufactured Sales Company incorporates and becomes Speco Inc.
- First to introduce “Triumph” material for grinder plate longevity and wearability
1950
- Moved to Schiller Park location to increase manufacturing capacity.
- Patented Automatic Drill Press
1960
- Designs customer Numerical Controlled drill press
- Introduction of the Speco retainer bearing
1970
- Third generation, Craig W. Hess, son of Charles Hess, joins the business.
- Patented Speco Double Cut System
- Patented Free-Floating Emulsifier Blade
- Patented First American Bone Collection System
1980
Acquired additional building and expanded production capabilities.
Expanded product lines to include Mechanical Deboning and Toothroller equipment.
1990
Facility expansion
Machinery improvements
Global expansion
2000
- Largest U.S. manufacturer of grinder plates and knives
2010
- Expand product line by working with partner OEM’s to develop bone collection Reclaiming systems.
- Fourth generation, Jaclyn & Charlee Hess, join the business.
2020
- Increased manufacturing capabilities
- Introduction of robotics in our daily production
- Partners in all 50 States and 60+ Countries Worldwide
