About Us Die Grinders, Angle Grinders, Air Marking/Engraving Pens, Scalers and Hammers - 100% Made in the USA
PATCO Air Tools roots go back to 1961 when the company began as amachine shop making replacement parts for air tools. Over time it became apparent that the company was making enough parts to be assembled into complete tools.
In 1980 PATCO Air Tools was incorporated as a proud U.S. manufacturer. We have been located in Michigan since our beginning and we are dedicated to remaining a U.S. manufacturer and supporting local small businesses.
We continue to supply industries with air tool components as well as our own line of U.S. made air tools.
A Family Operation
PATCO has been a family-owned business since its founding in 1980 by
Jon Kirsch, the father of our current owner, Jacqueline.
Our History
1962: Ty & Harry Purdy begin machining
1971: Harry's son-in-law Jon Kirsch joins the company after completing school & apprenticeship for metal pattern making
1979: Jon's daughter and son-in-law Judy & Charlie begin working in the business
1980: PATCO is founded by Ty Purdy & Jon Kirsch
1991: Jon's second daughter, Jacqueline, joins to help grow PATCO
1995: Jacqueline takes over leadership role of PATCO
2000: Joe, Jacqueline's husband, joins PATCO
2015: Jon retires
2017: Jacqueline & Joe's first son, Jacob, joins PATCO
2018: Jacqueline & Joe's youngest son, Jack, joins PATCO
2021: Jacqueline & Joe purchase PATCO from Jon Kirsch
2025: Jacqueline & Joe's daughter, Jillian, joins PATCO
MISSION STATEMENT
We will manufacture and develop durable, high quality industrial air tools and components.
We are committed to exceeding the service expectations of our customers.