# James Eagen Sons Co.

This MFR.ID profile was supplied, reviewed, and approved by James Eagen Sons Co.. Originally approved on 9/2/2025; last updated 4/27/2026. Capability data is manufacturer-approved for public sourcing and RFQ use.

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## Company Overview

Founded in 1875, James Eagen Sons Co. designs and manufactures custom and standard screw conveyors, helicoid and sectional flights, ribbon screws and blenders up to 150 in. diameter in carbon, stainless and specialty alloys. Operating from a 45,000 sq ft Wyoming, PA plant with ASME-qualified welders, CNC turning centres and five helicoid winders, the company supplies high-precision components to cement, food, chemical, pulp and wastewater industries with typical lead times of two to six weeks.

## Quick Reference

- Processes: Conveyor Screws / Auger Shafts, Sectional-Flight Fabrication, Helicoid-Flight Fabrication, Ribbon & Blender Screws, Engineering & Design Services, Value Added Services
- Lead Time: 2-6 weeks
- Location: West Wyoming, Pennsylvania 18644
- Employees: 11-50
- Revenue: $1M-$5M
- Founded: 1875
- Contact: jegolden@jameseagen.com - +1 570-693-2100
- Verified: Manufacturer Approved

## Capabilities

### Custom Screw Conveyors & Feedscrews

James Eagen Sons designs and fabricates auger-type conveyor screws up to 120 in ID and 65 ft long, forming sectional, helicoid, ribbon, or dual-start flights from heavy plate or strip. ± 1/16 in pitch tolerance and AWS-certified welds deliver smooth, reliable bulk-handling for abrasive, food-grade, or high-speed applications.

- Process: Conveyor Screws / Auger Shafts
- Highlights: Ø 2″–60″ screws built in one-piece or precision-coupled sections, Sectional, helicoid, tapered, cut, folded & double-start flights formed in-house, AWS D1.1/ASME IX certified welding with submerged-arc and pulse-MIG processes, ±0.0625″ pitch accuracy via CNC-plasma cut blanks and hydraulic flight press, Dynamic balancing available for quiet operation
- Subprocesses: Short-Pitch Conveyor Screw, Long-Pitch Conveyor Screw, Variable-Pitch Conveyor Screw, Tapered-Flight Conveyor Screw, Cut-Flight Conveyor Screw, Cut-and-Folded Flight Conveyor Screw, Dual-Start Conveyor Screw, Paddle Conveyor Screw
- Specifications:
  - Flight Thickness Range: 0.1875-2 in - 3/16 in – 2 in plate or strip to suit duty cycle and abrasion level.
  - Outside Diameter Range: 0.5-120 in - Standard sectional & helicoid capacities; larger diameters reviewed per project.
  - Surface Finish After Fabrication: Mill finish - Default as-fabricated finish; optional secondary machining/polish to ≤ 63 µin Ra for hygienic service.
  - Maximum Screw Length: 0.5-65 ft - Longer assemblies shipped as match-marked, precision-coupled sections.
  - Dynamic Balance: As required - Applied per application; ISO 21940 balance certificate provided when specified.
  - Minimum Order Quantity: 1+ pcs - Supports single replacement screws through high-volume OEM supply programs.
  - Typical Lead Time: {"production":{"unit":"weeks","value":6},"prototype":{"unit":"weeks","value":2}} - Lead time assumes stocked raw material; extended for exotic alloys or coatings.
  - Pitch Styles Supported: Short-Pitch (≤0.5×Ø), Long-Pitch (≥1.5×Ø), Variable-Pitch, Tapered-Pitch/Shaft, Cut Flight, Cut-&-Folded Flight, Double-Start (Dual-Flight) - In-house forming capability enables precise volumetric throughput tuning.

### Sectional Flight Fabrication

CNC-nested plate blanks are plasma-cut and press-formed into 360° sectional flights as large as 150 in OD and 2 in thick. Presses exceeding 1 000 kN form short, long, or variable-pitch segments in carbon, stainless, abrasion-resistant, or nickel alloys. Tight ±0.25 mm blank accuracy and fixtured welding produce concentric flights ready for shaft assembly or loose shipment for on-site fit-up.

- Process: Sectional-Flight Fabrication
- Highlights: Handles Ø 4″ – 150″ (100 – 3,810 mm) and plate ≤ 2″ (50 mm) for large-diameter, heavy-duty screws, CNC plasma cutting holds ±0.25 mm blank tolerance for accurate pitch control, Press capacity > 1,000 kN for thick AR plate and exotic alloys, Custom notched or perforated flight patterns for mixing, dewatering, aeration, AWS-certified welding fixtures ensure ≤ 1.5 mm/m run-out on assembled shafts
- Subprocesses: Plasma Cutting, Sectional-Flight Press-Forming, Notched & Perforated Flight Fabrication, Flight-to-Shaft Sub-Assembly Welding, Heavy-Gauge Sectional Flight Forming, Integral-Leg Ribbon Flights
- Specifications:
  - Typical Lead Time: 1-3 weeks - Based on job size, alloy, and press availability.
  - Plate Thickness Range: 0.06-2 in - 16 gauge minimum; thicker sections reviewed case-by-case.
  - Common Materials: Carbon & alloy steels (A36, 1045), Stainless steels (304L, 316L), Abrasion-resistant steels (AR400/Hardox), Nickel alloys (Inconel 600/625) - Other alloys such as A514 or duplex stainless available on request.
  - Concentricity (Run Out) After Welding: 0.01 in TIR - Measured as total indicator runout (TIR) on a rotating fixture; straightening performed if out of spec.
  - Pitch Tolerance After Forming: 0.5 mm - Measured chord-wise over full 360°; tighter tolerances possible with post-machining.
  - Surface Finish After Forming: Mill finish - Others upon request.
  - Production Scale: No minimum or maximum - Order quantities from one-off replacements to long-run OEM programs.
  - Outside Diameter Range: 4-150 in - Forming dies and weld fixtures accommodate very small test flights through large screw conveyor sections.

### Helicoid Flight Fabrication

Continuous helicoid flights are cold-formed from strip bar on five dedicated winders. Post-forming spirals can be cut to specific lengths or shipped as Mill Length Spirals.

- Process: Helicoid-Flight Fabrication
- Highlights: Continuous one-piece flights to 40 ft length—no sectional joints, superior balance, Diameter capability 2 in → 36 in; strip thickness 1⁄8 in → 1⁄2 in (heavier sizes by review), Five winders allow parallel production and quick-turn emergency runs, ±0.75 mm pitch accuracy and ≤1 mm ⁄ m straightness after weld, Lower cost and weight than sectional flights; ideal for repeat OEM orders
- Subprocesses: Helicoid Flight Rolling / Cold-Forming, Helicoid Flight Cut-to-Length, Plasma Cutting, Helicoid Flight-to-Pipe Welding, Flight Splicing & Hybrid Helicoid-Sectional Welding
- Specifications:
  - Strip Thickness Range: 0.06-1.25 in - 16 gauge minimum; up to 1.25 in maximum depending on alloy and coiler setup.
  - Surface Finish (As Coiled): Mill finish - Polish available upon request.
  - Production Scale: Per request - Based on OEM program volume and coiler availability.
  - Typical Lead Time: 1-4 weeks - Prototype or emergency flights in 1 week; standard production 2–4 weeks depending on alloy and load.
  - Common Materials: A36 / mild carbon steel strip, 304 / 316 stainless steel strip, Aluminum 6061-T6 strip, 4140 / 8620 alloy strip (normalized) - Hard-facing or wear-edge bead optional for abrasive duty.
  - Pitch Tolerance: 0.0625 in
  - Outside Diameter Range: 0.25+ in - Helicoid method is most economical when practical.
  - Pitch Styles Supported: Standard Pitch (≈ Ø), Short Pitch (≤ 0.5 × Ø), Long Pitch (≥ 1.5 × Ø), Variable Pitch Helicoid - Multi-start (dual-flight) helicoid produced by coiling two strips in opposite 180° phases.
  - Run Out After Shaft Weld: 0.01 in TIR - As required.
  - Maximum Flight Length: Per request - Dependent on winder setup, handling, and shipping constraints; spooled or sectioned supply available.

### Ribbon & Blender Screws

Fabrication of single-, double-, and paddle-style mixing screws for ribbon blenders, paddle mixers, and agitator troughs. Flights and paddles are CNC-cut, press-formed or helicoid-rolled, then fixtured and welded to precision-machined shafts. Final assemblies can be dynamically balanced, polished to sanitary standards if required, and delivered ready for drop-in installation.

- Process: Ribbon & Blender Screws
- Highlights: Single or concentric double-ribbon screws up to 60 in (1 520 mm) OD and 25 ft (7.6 m) long, Paddle or cut-&-folded flights for aggressive mixing / deagglomeration, Precise ribbon-to-wall clearances (≤ 0.25 in) for homogeneous blending, AWS D1.6 stainless & D1.1 carbon welding; optional ISO G6.3 dynamic balance, Food- and pharma-grade polish to ≤ 32 µin Ra with full material traceability
- Subprocesses: Single-Ribbon Mixer Screw, Double-Ribbon Mixer Screw, Paddle Mixer Shaft, Cut-and-Folded Ribbon Screw, Mixer-Auger Assembly & Balance
- Specifications:
  - Ribbon Flight Width: 0.125-24 in - Widths selected for desired residence-time and shear characteristics.
  - Ribbon / Paddle Length (Single Section): 40 ft - Longer assemblies supplied in match-marked spools with flanged couplings.
  - Typical Lead Time: Per request
  - Material & Finish Options: 304 / 316L stainless – polished or bead-blast, A36 / 1045 carbon steel – epoxy-coated or galvanized, AR400 wear plate paddles, Nickel alloys (Hastelloy®, Inconel®) on request - Electropolish and passivation available for pharmaceutical service.
  - Clearance To Trough Wall: 0.25 in - Standard build ≤ 0.25 in; tighter tolerances achievable for high-efficiency blenders.
  - Outside Diameter Range: 2-120 in - Custom spacer arms support double-ribbon sets concentric to the drive shaft.
  - Dynamic Balance: Available upon request

### Engineering & Design Support

Eagen’s engineering group partners with customers from concept through release—translating native CAD, calculating flight blanks, conducting structured DFM audits, and selecting alloys/finishes that fit duty and cost targets.

- Process: Engineering & Design Services
- Highlights: DFM reviews flag stack-ups, undercuts, and cost drivers; annotated 3-D PDFs returned in ≤ 3 days, Flight-blank calculator outputs ±0.25 mm accurate patterns up to Ø 4 500 mm, Native support for SOLIDWORKS®, Inventor®, STEP, Parasolid, DWG/DXF, and MBD workflows, Alloy & surface-finish guidance for food, abrasion, or high-temp screws, Mixer/blender screw design collaboration achieves < 5 % blend Cᵥ in pilot trials
- Subprocesses: DFM Analysis, CAD Model Import & Translation, Flight Geometry Calculation & Development, DFM / DFA Consulting, Alloy & Temper Guidance
- Specifications:
  - Supported CAD Formats: SOLIDWORKS (.sldprt/.sldasm), Autodesk Inventor (.ipt/.iam), STEP AP203/AP214, Parasolid (.x_t), DWG / DXF 2-D, IGES, PDF-MBD - Native import preserves feature tree where applicable; geometry healing on request.
  - Typical DFM Review Turnaround: 1-3 days - Clock starts upon receipt of complete CAD and requirements package.
  - Confidentiality & Compliance: Mutual NDA standard
  - Flight Blank Pitch Accuracy: 0.0625 in - Accuracy of flat-pattern output prior to press forming; verified on sample build.
  - Maximum Model Size: 250 MB - Larger assemblies accepted via segmented upload or secure cloud transfer.
  - Engineering Response SLA: 0.5-1 days - Initial email/phone response within 12 hours (Monday–Friday).

### Secondary Services

Beyond core flight-forming, Eagen provides turnkey value-added support—precision shaft machining, hard-facing, emergency rebuilds, and ISO-traceable quality packets—so buyers receive drop-in-ready screws with minimal scheduling risk.

- Process: Value Added Services
- Highlights: 65 ft (20 m) max screw/shaft envelope on CNC lathes; Ø ≤ 60 in swing, Powder-coat, industrial spray paint, or welded hard-facing applied in-house or managed with approved partners, ISO 21940-11 dynamic balancing to Grade G6.3 standard, G2.5 optional for high-RPM feeders, 24 / 7 rapid-response rebuild crew; replacement screw shipped in ≤ 48 h when raw material is stocked, Complete documentation set—material certs, weld maps, balance report, coating thickness log—delivered with every order
- Subprocesses: CNC Machining, Technical Documentation & Regulatory, Powder Coating, Industrial Painting, Hard Coating, Expedited Screw-Conveyor Manufacturing, Conveyor Re-Flighting & Refurbishment, Vendor Coordination & Supply-Chain Management, Dynamic Rotor Balancing (ISO 21940-11 G2.5)

## Certifications

- Made in USA (Domestic Manufacturing) (Type: Compliance; Authority: U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC); Status: Active; Scope: Products manufactured in the United States under FTC domestic-origin guidelines.; Issue date: 2024-01-01; URL: https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/complying-made-usa-standard)
- ASME Section IX Weld Qualification Compliance (Type: Compliance; Authority: American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME); Status: Active; Scope: Welding procedures and personnel qualified to ASME BPVC Section IX.; URL: https://www.asme.org/codes-standards/find-codes-standards/bpvc-section-ix)
- ASME Standards Compliance (Type: Compliance; Authority: American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME); Status: Active; Scope: Demonstrates adherence to applicable ASME engineering codes and standards.; URL: https://www.asme.org/standards)
- ANSI Standards Compliance (Type: Compliance; Authority: American National Standards Institute (ANSI); Status: Active; Scope: Self-declared compliance with applicable ANSI standards.; URL: https://www.ansi.org)
- ASTM Standards Compliance (Type: Compliance; Authority: ASTM International; Status: Active; Scope: Confirms materials, tests, or processes meet relevant ASTM specifications.; URL: https://www.astm.org/standards)
- Thomas Verified Supplier (Type: Accreditation; Authority: Thomas Publishing Company LLC; Status: Active; Scope: Identity, ownership, capabilities, and financials verified under the Thomas Verified Supplier program.; URL: https://www.thomasnet.com/about/verified-supplier.html)

## Industries Served

- Industrial Machinery & Heavy Equipment: James Eagen Sons Co. manufactures custom and standard screw conveyors, flights, ribbon screws, and blenders used in industrial machinery and heavy equipment applications. Their precision machining and fabrication capabilities support the production of reliable, high-performance components for material handling and processing machinery.
- Food & Beverage Processing: James Eagen Sons Co. produces precision-machined screw conveyors and related components for the food and beverage processing industry. Their products are designed to meet sanitary standards and are used in automated material handling systems within regulated food production environments.
- Chemicals, Plastics & Advanced Materials: James Eagen Sons Co. fabricates and assembles screw conveyors and flights for chemical, plastics, and advanced materials manufacturing. Their precision machining and welding services enable the handling and processing of bulk chemical materials with high durability and corrosion resistance.
- Pulp, Paper & Wood Products: James Eagen Sons Co. manufactures large-diameter screw conveyors and flights for the pulp, paper, and wood products industry. Their fabrication and assembly capabilities support material transport and processing equipment critical to pulp mills and paper production lines.
- Water & Waste-Water Treatment: James Eagen Sons Co. provides precision-machined screw conveyors and components for water and wastewater treatment applications. Their products are used in municipal and industrial systems for sludge handling, filtration, and chemical dosing processes.
- Mining, Metals & Minerals Processing: James Eagen Sons Co. supplies fabricated screw conveyors and flights for mining, metals, and minerals processing industries. Their precision machining and welding services produce wear-resistant components essential for material extraction, handling, and processing equipment.
- Logistics, Warehousing & Material Handling: James Eagen Sons Co. manufactures screw conveyors and related components for logistics, warehousing, and material handling systems. Their precision machining and assembly capabilities enable the production of durable conveyor parts used in automated storage and retrieval systems.

## Facilities

### James Eagen Sons Co. Manufacturing Facility

45 000 sq ft Wyoming, PA plant with five helicoid winders, seven sectional presses, CNC turning and plasma cutting (2 in. plate) enabling screw conveyors 3⁄8–150 in. Ø in carbon, stainless or AR alloys; ASME-certified welders provide code-compliant fabrication and rapid turnaround.

- Type: manufacturing_facility
- Headquarters: Yes
- Email: jegolden@jameseagen.com
- Phone: +1 570-693-2100
- Address: 200 West 8th Street, West Wyoming, Pennsylvania 18644, United States

## Verification Status

- Business Entity: Verified 7/17/2025
- Technical Capabilities: Verified 9/2/2025
- Locations & Facilities: Verified 9/2/2025
- Reviews & Ratings: Not yet verified
- MFR.ID Created: 6/25/2025
- Last Updated: 4/27/2026