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Founded in West Michigan in 1987, we began by building custom pallet pass dismantlers and bandsaws for the pallet recycling industry. Over the past 35+ years, we’ve expanded to designing heavy-duty pallet sort systems, paint lines, and fully customized machinery—including robotic solutions—all built to withstand the abrasive demands of our industry.
The IR Difference
Proven Systems. Reliable Partners.
Built to Perform
Heavy-duty, high-speed equipment designed for long-term, real-world use.
Custom-Fit Solutions
From new builds to retrofits, every system is tailored to your operation.
End-to-End Support
Full design, project management, installation, and ongoing service.
Smarter Automation
Integrated vision and robotic tech reduce labor needs and boost consistency.
Quality You Can Trust
Automated inspection ensures every pallet meets your standards—protecting your brand and your bottom line.
Our Mission
At Industrial Resources, we design and build custom automation equipment that helps manufacturers solve complex challenges with reliable, efficient, and safe machinery built for long-term performance.
We strive to be the trusted leader in custom machinery solutions across a wide range of industries, delivering advanced systems that sort, inspect, repair, and recycle to extend pallet life, reduce waste, and boost profitability. We’re committed to automating labor-intensive and hazardous processes to drive greater efficiency and ensure worker safety. Through innovation, sustainability, and exceptional service, IR is committed to building equipment that drives resilient and responsible manufacturing operations.