Our Story

Kerry Mechanical Engineering, founded in 1997 in Kilmorna, near Listowel, has grown from a small fabrication workshop into a multidiscipline engineering company serving clients across construction, manufacturing, energy, agri-machinery and industrial sectors. From the beginning, the business has focused on delivering reliable workmanship, practical engineering solutions and dependable service.

Over the years, KME has invested in advanced technologies such as CNC machining, tube and flatbed laser cutting, automated fabrication processes and modern blasting and painting facilities. This combination of skilled people and technical capability allows us to manage projects from raw material right through to finished, installation-ready components. While the company continues to expand its facilities and expertise, the commitment to quality and customer partnership remains unchanged.

Our Timeline

  • 1997

    Company Founded

    Company founded in Kilmorna, Listowel, Co. Kerry by Fergus O’Keeffe; initial focus on high-end steel fabrication and engineering.

  • 2005

    KME Incorporated

    Kerry Mechanical Engineering Limited Incorporated (CRO No. 409059).

  • 2012

    Shotblasting hall commissioned

    Shotblasting hall commissioned; in-house surface preparation capability established for small parts to large structures.

  • 2013

    Painting facility expanded

    Painting facility expanded and process formalised for bulk spray painting; pre-treatment workflow standardised.

  • 2018

    ISO 9001

    ISO 9001 Quality Management System certified

  • 2019

    EN 1090

    EN 1090 certification achieved

  • 2022

    Bystronic FL300

    Commissioning of Bystronic FL300 tube laser

  • 2024

    Expansion

    Headcount passes 60; continued investment in yard/storage and workflow digitisation.

  • 2025

    DNM 6700 XL

    DN Solutions DNM 6700 XL vertical machining centre added to expand precision machining capacity

  • 2025

    BLM LT7 tube laser

    Commissioning of BLM LT7 tube laser

  • 2025

    Irish Steel Awards finalist

    Irish Steel Awards finalist (Constructional Steelwork – Civil Works)