History

Egan History

Founded in 1919

Mr. Andy Egan founded Andy J. Egan Co. in 1919 out of an office in his garage. With his expertise in the application and installation of coal-fired boilers, stokers and steam distribution systems, the company developed a reputation for high quality work and exceptional customer service resulting in steady growth.

Jasper Family Legacy

Following Mr. Egan's death in 1932, Harold Jasper, a long-time employee, purchased the company.

Since assuming ownership, the Jasper family has embraced the values and vision pioneered by Mr. Egan. The result is a highly respected and diversified business with a history of excellence in quality and service.

Tom Jasper, current owner and Harold's grandson, took over as president upon the retirement of his father, Earl Jasper, in 1990. Tom's three children are part of the Egan team in various management capacities.

Company Timeline

1919	Andy J. Egan Co. started.
1932	Mr. Andy Egan passes away. Long-time employee Harold Jasper purchases the company, then located on Bond Avenue in Grand Rapids, MI.
1953	24/7 service department is added.
1960	Company relocates from Bond Avenue to Winter Street.
1978	Harold Jasper passes away. His son, Earl, takes over as president.
1985	Company relocates from Winter Street to Waldorf Court.
1990	Earl’s son, Tom Jasper, takes over as president.
1998	Egan relocates from Waldorf Court to Waldorf Street. The new facility undergoes three additions over the next several years to expand the fabrication shop.
2001	The company expands their fabrication capabilities from just in-house projects to outside customers.
2001	Building Information Modeling (BIM) and 3-D coordination are first used.
2008	13,000 square foot building next to Egan's headquarters is purchased for custom sheet metal fabrication
2011	Custom sheet metal fabrication department becomes Walker Custom Sheet Metal, a union labor shop. The companies remain partners to create turnkey projects for customers.

"Here are some things I appreciate most about Egan:
-The employees listen, and because they listen expectations are met
-They always present multiple options, allowing us to make informed budgetary decisions
-It is done right the first time. If not, they stand by their work"
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