McEnglevan Industrial Furnace Company, Inc. (MIFCO) - History

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McEnglevan Industrial Furnace Company, Inc. (MIFCO)
Danville, IL, U.S.A.
Company Website: https://mifco.com/
Manufacturer Class: Metal Working Machinery

History

Last Modified: Jan 3 2026 8:54PM by Jeff_Joslin
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The McEnglevan Industrial Furnace Co., Inc. or MIFCO was founded in 1938 as a supplier of foundry equipment for vocational school programs. During WWII, the company started providing commercial heat treat services and as a result added heat treatment equipment to its line.

Information Sources

More information on the history of this company can be found on their Company Website

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