Used Mattison Grinders for Sale

Who Mattison wasMattison Machine Works was founded in 1902 by Chris Mattison, according to Planers, Matchers and Molders in America, though the company's own trademark filing dates it to 1900. It operated in Beloit, Wisconsin before moving to Rockford, Illinois in 1918, and it ran as two businesses in one: Mattison Surface Grinders and Mattison Woodworking Machinery. The company also traded under names including C. Mattison Machine Works, Mattison Machine Co. and Mattison Technologies. Mattison machines were noted for solid construction, high-quality castings and precise machining.

What Mattison is known forMattison built surface grinders in both horizontal-spindle reciprocating-table and vertical-spindle rotary-table designs, along with woodworking machinery such as ripsaws. For used-equipment buyers today, the reciprocating-table surface grinder is the machine that comes up most often, in table sizes from roughly 12 x 36 inches up to 14 x 72 inches and larger, with spindle motors commonly in the 7.5 to 25 HP range. Rotary-table grinders were built in sizes up to 120 inches. The 1957 catalogue Mattison High Power Precision Surface Grinders documents the large-grinder line and its accessories.

Model series buyers search forMattison surface grinders are usually identified by table size rather than a marketing series name, so listings read 12 x 36, 12 x 42, 12 x 48, 14 x 60, 14 x 72, 24 x 72 and similar. Rotary machines are listed by chuck diameter, such as 36-inch, 46-inch, 60-inch and 120-inch. On the woodworking side, the Mattison 202 glue-line ripsaw and the Mattison 404 ripsaw are the models most often named by operators and rebuilders.

Ownership and parts supportMattison was bought by DeVlieg Bullard II, Inc., which continued to supply OEM parts and service from Rockford. In 2011 those divisions were acquired by Bourn & Koch, Inc., also of Rockford, Illinois, in a bankruptcy proceeding. Bourn & Koch states that it has been the OEM for all makes and models of Mattison surface grinder since 2004 and holds the intellectual property, prints, manuals, electrical diagrams and hydraulic schematics. It supplies OEM repair parts, field service and rebuild/retrofit work for Mattison grinders, including magnetic chuck and spindle rebuilds, gearbox repairs and control retrofits. Note that Bourn & Koch does not provide field service or rebuild for Mattison woodworking machinery.

What to check on a used machineBecause these grinders are often decades old, condition matters more than the year. Inspect the table ways and lubrication system for scoring and wear, and check the hydraulic table drive for smooth reversal without chatter. On the grinding spindle, look for runout, bearing noise and evidence of a recent rebuild. Verify the magnetic chuck for flatness, pole condition and control function, and confirm the coolant and filtration system is intact. Electrical controls are a common retrofit point, so check whether the machine still runs original contactors or has been updated, and confirm the voltage and phase match your plant. Finally, confirm parts availability with the current OEM before committing, since manuals and drawings for these machines are held by Bourn & Koch in Rockford.

Meadoworks is your trusted source for used Mattison equipment. As third-generation industrial equipment dealers and AMEA-certified appraisers with over 50 years of experience, we offer quality-inspected Mattison machines at competitive prices. Browse the 1 used Mattison machine listed above, or call 800-323-0307 for equipment not yet listed.

Every machine includes detailed specifications and high-resolution photos, and inspection visits are available for most equipment. We ship worldwide with experienced rigging partners and offer financing for qualified buyers. Have Mattison equipment to sell? Get a free valuation or contact our team.