Blanchard Grinding Professionals Serving the Twin Cities & Central Minnesota
About Anoco Metal Services Inc.
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Our Story as a Minnesota Blanchard Grinding Company
Serving Twin Cities & Central Minnesota Manufacturers Since 1967
Founded in 1967, Anoco Metal Services Inc. has long been part of Minnesota’s manufacturing supply chain. The shop has built its reputation on dependable results, straightforward communication, and consistent turnaround times for industrial customers.
Today, Anoco is owned and operated by Zach Hoffman, continuing the company’s legacy while making it easier for manufacturers across the Twin Cities and Central Minnesota to access reliable plate grinding services when they need them.
Blanchard Grinding for Twin Cities & Central Minnesota Manufacturers
Ground-to-Spec Steel Plates for Machining, Fabrication, and Assembly
Anoco Metal Services specializes in Blanchard grinding for manufacturers who need flat, parallel, ground-to-spec steel plates ready for machining, fabrication, or assembly.
Our work is typically used to:
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Prepare plate stock for machining
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Improve flatness and parallelism
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Reduce machine time downstream
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Maintain consistency across parts
We regularly support manufacturers in oil & gas, medical manufacturing, food production, heavy equipment, defense, and general fabrication throughout Minnesota.
Why Manufacturers Across Minnesota
Work With Anoco
Reliable Accuracy and Predictable Turnaround for Production Environments
Manufacturers across Minnesota work with Anoco because they know what to expect from every job and how our work fits into active production schedules.
✔️ Consistent tolerances
We deliver flat, parallel, ground-to-spec plates that help parts start true and reduce downstream adjustments during machining.
✔️ Reliable turnaround times
Our workflow is built around production realities, allowing manufacturers to plan machining, fabrication, and assembly without unnecessary delays.
✔️ Clear, direct communication
We communicate clearly about specifications, timelines, and expectations so there are no surprises during production planning.
✔️ Experience with production environments
We understand how ground plate is used next—whether for machining, welding, or assembly—and grind with downstream processes in mind.
✔️ Efficient alternative to milling
For large plate work, Blanchard grinding is often faster and more economical than milling when flatness and repeatability matter more than surface finish alone.
✔️ Consistency across repeat work
Manufacturers rely on us for repeat jobs because our grinding results remain consistent from plate to plate and job to job.
✔️ Practical, no-nonsense approach
We focus on what matters to production teams: accuracy, timelines, and getting material ready to move to the next step.
For large plate work, Blanchard grinding is often a faster and more economical option than milling, especially when flatness and repeatability matter more than cosmetic finish. Our experience working with production environments allows us to align our grinding work with how parts are actually used downstream.
Material Sourcing Support
Optional Raw Plate Sourcing to Simplify Your Workflow
Anoco Metal Services is not a steel supplier, but we do maintain purchasing power with established steel vendors. For manufacturers looking to reduce handoffs and streamline procurement, we can coordinate raw plate sourcing as part of the grinding process.
This support may include:
By handling both sourcing and grinding in one workflow, manufacturers can reduce lead times, simplify coordination, and keep projects moving efficiently.
Blanchard Grinding Service Areas in Minnesota
Serving the Twin Cities, Central Minnesota, and Regional Manufacturing Hubs
Anoco Metal Services works with manufacturers throughout Minneapolis, St. Paul Twin Cities and Central Minnesota. When needed, we also ship ground steel plates to nearby states such as Wisconsin, Iowa, and Texas.
Contact Anoco Metal Services Inc.
Blanchard Grinding Professionals Serving Minnesota Manufacturers
Manufacturers looking for dependable, production-ready steel plates can contact Anoco Metal Services Inc. to discuss project requirements or request a quote from experienced Blanchard grinding professionals serving Minnesota.
