ABOUT
Many industry professionals in the Pittsburgh region know about the K & I Sheet Metal, Inc. team and our capabilities. They know we’ve handled many challenging projects since our founding in 1982. Plant engineers, building managers and mechanical contractors in scores of Pittsburgh firms recognize the K & I Sheet Metal, Inc. name and logo. Perhaps you’re already familiar with our reputation for solving tough design and fabrication problems. You may have been involved in the innovative solutions we have developed for many customers throughout the Pittsburgh area.
You may be surprised to discover the unusual depth of our capabilities and the level of skills we bring to an amazing range of intricate problems. Meeting and exceeding customer expectations has allowed us to build a strong track record and a solid foundation of service on which to build the future. As one of Pittsburgh’s leading sheet metal firms, we’re mobilizing our size and sophistication in better ways than ever before, to meet your metalworking needs.
K & I Sheet Metal, Inc.
K & I SHEET METAL, INC.
History
In 1982 the husband and wife team of Kenneth C. Kotchey and Irene N. Kotchey formed K & I Sheet Metal, Incorporated, a Woman Business Enterprise. In 1984, the corporation moved to a small building in Sharpsburg after outgrowing the space in their garage. In 1994, K & I relocated to their current 22,000 square-foot manufacturing and office facility at 2010 Chapman Street. Started by a team of two, K & I Sheet Metal, Inc. now has 30 fulltime employees.
K & I Sheet Metal, Inc. was founded on Irene and Ken’s philosophy of giving every job the ultimate in top quality service and personal attention. Through growth and change, that philosophy has remained constant.
Our philosophy, combined with the dedication to excellence of our team of highly skilled professionals, ensures that our reputation for prompt, reliable solutions to your HVAC and mechanical system needs will remain unchanged as we continue to grow.
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Our Beliefs
We believe when a strong, effective family owns a business, there are many mutual benefits: The family benefits the business; the business benefits the family; the family business benefits all of its constituents.
- A strong family with sound values creates a strong business with sound values.
- We value integrity, trust, commitment, personal growth and respect for individuals.
- Family businesses are responsible to employees, business partners, the community-at-large, the private enterprise system and to past and future family generations.
- Family businesses which strive to be role models for other family businesses benefit society by sharing their learning with others and by supporting and promoting private enterprise.
- A strong family business adds value to society by creating change, promoting healthy competition, generating growth and exemplifying good citizenship.
Our beliefs are fundamental to the health of our family and to the success of our business.
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Safety First
K & I Sheet Metal, Inc. has received the SMACNA of Western Pennsylvania recognition for Outstanding Accident Prevention and Safety Program every year from 1993-2020. We are committed to the safety and health of our employees. We ensure their work environment meets or exceeds government regulations (Federal, State, and Local). We fulfill this commitment through the aggressive education and training of all employees. Our ongoing Safety Awareness Program is designed to help our employees detect, understand and resolve potentially hazardous situations and accidents before they occur.
All Shop and Field personnel must successfully complete five years of the Sheet Metal Work Apprenticeship Training including the 30 hour OSHA and ICRA training. Field and management personnel participate in Safety Programs and Weekly Tool Box Meetings.
K & I Sheet Metal, Inc. continually emphasizes the importance of safety and is committed to operate in full compliance with all safety codes and regulations. K & I Sheet Metal, Inc. strictly enforces safety policies and procedures with all personnel, including all team members in management positions.
K & I Sheet Metal, Inc. meets our clients’ safety requirements including drug testing and background checks.
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A Continuity of Trust
We hope you’ve come to know a little more about K & I Sheet Metal, Inc. – a competitive company devoted to total customer service and satisfaction. We’re naturally proud of the trust our work has earned over the years, and we’re committed to continuing to earn that trust.
We’ll do it by analyzing your project, planning it with accuracy and cost-conscious strategy, and coming through on time and on budget with durable, meticulously executed performance-guaranteed solutions..
