For over 101 years, Tate Engineering has proudly served the Mid-Atlantic region as a family-owned mechanical services company. We specialize in delivering expert solutions for steam and hot water boiler systems, compressed air and air treatment, HVAC and mission-critical environmental systems, filtration, pumps, audits, preventative maintenance, and rentals.
With a century of experience, we combine tradition with innovation to meet the evolving needs of our clients. Whether you're looking for cutting-edge equipment or reliable maintenance, Tate Engineering provides the expertise and dedication you can trust.
Tate offers comprehensive industrial system solutions and field services, including a dedicated preplanning process that identifies optimal construction processes, seeks opportunities to modularize critical mechanical equipment and meets or beats project and shutdown schedules.
We were founded in 1924 by William Tate to service the Baltimore marine industry. We’ve been continually based in Baltimore and family-owned to this day, evolving with the needs of the market to expand our service to the entire Mid-Atlantic region. In January of 2020, we acquired Site Support Services (SSS) to further broaden our service and equipment offerings and provide our valued customers with complete floor-to-basement mechanical services and solutions.
In 1920, William J. Tate embarked on a journey from Belfast, Ireland, to Baltimore, where he laid the cornerstone for a legacy that would endure a century. In 1924, he established Tate Engineering & Supply Co., focusing on specialized marine boiler replacement parts, while welcoming the birth of his son, Bob Tate, into the world. Tragedy struck in 1948 with William’s unexpected passing, prompting Bob to step into leadership and incorporate Tate Engineering, Inc.
By 1968, the company had burgeoned, expanding beyond marine affairs into industrial products and services, spawning sister companies like Tate TEMCO, Tate Architectural Products, and Tate Technical Services. The 1980’s marked a decade of significant growth, with Tate Industries flourishing under Bob’s guidance, while strategic divestitures like Tate Andale and Tate Access Floors found new homes within the third generation of the Tate Family under Bill Tate and Dan Baker. Transition beckoned again in 2001 when Tate Engineering Services was sold to the Baker Family, setting the stage for Alec Baker to assume leadership in 2018.
At Tate, we recognize that downtime leads to lost revenue, and that’s simply not an option. We prioritize getting your mechanical systems right the first time—with the right equipment, handled by the right people, exactly when you need it.
Guided by our Core Values—Cooperative, Competent, Respectful, Proactive, Resourceful, Trustworthy, and Communicative—we ensure these principles shine through in everything we do.
With our expertise, we’re ready to tackle even the most complicated technical challenges. Our commitment is to keep your business’s mechanical systems running smoothly, ensuring satisfaction for both your internal and external customers. No matter the challenge, we’re here to make it happen.
At Tate Engineering, we prioritize safe, high-quality production as our core philosophy. We continually provide superior safety planning and training, adhering to OSHA, ASME, and NBIC standards. This commitment ensures that we maintain our position as leaders in safety excellence across the industry.
From the very beginning, we’ve focused on energy-efficient solutions that optimize operations and reduce carbon output for facilities. In addition, Tate Engineering delivers LEED-certified, sustainable energy solutions to help customers achieve their environmental, energy, and sustainability goals. Through these efforts, we not only help protect the planet but also drive operational efficiency for our clients.
Tate Engineering operates from seven strategically located offices, each positioned to serve a wide range of industries and clients. Our geographic reach enables us to deliver exceptional service and support, ensuring we meet the unique needs of clients across multiple sectors.
We proudly serve industries such as:
With our widespread presence, we provide local, responsive service for virtually any mechanical system. Furthermore, our extensive network of technical experts across the company ensures clients have access to a wealth of knowledge and resources, all backed by our dedicated local offices.
