Sub-Arc Welding
Premier submerged arc hardfacing for rebuilding wire drawing blocks and steel sleeves, including PK-503 and PK-200 alloy options selected for hardness, surface quality, and crack-control requirements.
For Houston manufacturers, energy operators, and port-related facilities, precision welding and fabrication must stand up to heat, abrasion, corrosion, and heavy use. Parkway-Kew Corporation delivers hardfacing, rebuilding, CNC machining, and wear-resistant component solutions engineered to extend service life, reduce downtime, and keep demanding industrial equipment performing reliably.
High-performance welding, rebuilding, machining, and hardfacing solutions for industrial components exposed to demanding wear.
Premier submerged arc hardfacing for rebuilding wire drawing blocks and steel sleeves, including PK-503 and PK-200 alloy options selected for hardness, surface quality, and crack-control requirements.
Fuse welding for wire drawing rings used with copper and aluminum, offering a cost-effective alternative to solid ceramics while reducing breakage and slippage concerns.
Fabrication of wear parts with or without coatings, including redesigned steel carrier components with solid tungsten carbide inserts for dramatically improved wear performance.
Manufacturing and rebuilding coated pump plungers for fracking applications, with PK-62 nickel chrome and PK-730 tungsten carbide coating options for demanding operating conditions.
Precision CNC turning capabilities support coated and uncoated wear parts, with machining capacity up to 72 inches in diameter for large industrial components.
Full-service rebuilding and hardsurfacing for wire drawing blocks and capstans using sub-arc welding, HVOF, plasma, metallizing, fuse welding, and proprietary repair processes.
Houston’s energy, manufacturing, and port operations depend on components that can survive abrasive service and harsh operating cycles. Parkway-Kew Corporation combines hardfacing, precision machining, and advanced coating technologies to rebuild or fabricate parts for longer wear life, better corrosion resistance, and reduced downtime. Each solution is matched to the part’s material, function, and failure pattern.
Choose a proven industrial partner for precision wear-resistant component solutions.
Established in 1952, with decades of proven industrial hardfacing and rebuilding experience.
Advanced HVOF, plasma, metallizing, and welding options support Houston’s demanding industrial equipment.
In-house turning, milling, and grinding capabilities help control quality across complex rebuilds.
Solutions are built to reduce downtime for energy, port, and manufacturing operations.
Experienced industrial specialists focused on longer-lasting machine parts.
Founder
Eugene Walter Klein is the visionary founder of Parkway-Kew Corporation, establishing the company in 1952 after identifying an innovative solution to a pressing industrial challenge. As a welding supply salesman, Eugene was approached by a valued customer seeking help repairing worn machine parts and improving their wear resistance. Drawing on his expertise, he recommended a specialized hardfacing wear-resistant weld alloy, proved the concept by welding the first test piece in his own garage, and secured the company's landmark first order to rebuild 100 wire drawing blocks. His entrepreneurial spirit and deep technical knowledge laid the foundation for what would become the world leader in hardsurfaced wire drawing blocks and capstans, a legacy that has endured for over 70 years.
President
Eugene Edward Klein Sr. serves as President of Parkway-Kew Corporation, carrying forward the legacy established by his father, the company's founder. Under his leadership, Parkway-Kew has experienced remarkable growth, outgrowing four separate facilities before relocating to its current headquarters in North Brunswick, NJ in 1999. Eugene has been instrumental in driving the company's continuous technological innovation, from the introduction of HVOF coating for wire drawing blocks in 1989 to the development of the proprietary Restore & Grind process. A recognized industry authority, he has traveled throughout the country delivering presentations on wire drawing block maintenance, cementing the company's reputation as the world leader in precision metal coating and hardsurfacing solutions.
Latin America Sales and Marketing Director
MBA Ing. Antonio Ayala R. serves as Latin America Sales and Marketing Director for Parkway-Kew Corporation, bringing an exceptional combination of business acumen and industry expertise to the role. As CEO of AA Enterprise, he leads Parkway-Kew's regional outreach across Latin American markets, connecting industrial clients with the company's world-class precision metal coating and wear-resistant solutions. A distinguished figure in the wire industry, Antonio previously served as President of Wire Association International (WAI, Inc.), demonstrating his deep engagement with the global wire and cable sector. His bilingual capabilities, executive leadership experience, and extensive professional network make him an invaluable asset in expanding Parkway-Kew's reach and partnerships throughout Latin America.
Parkway-Kew Corporation supports heavy industrial applications where parts face abrasion, corrosion, heat, and repeated mechanical stress. Common customers include wire mills, oil and gas operations, fracking companies, shipping terminals, crane operations, heavy equipment manufacturers, and earth-moving equipment users. Solutions are built around extending component life and reducing costly changeouts.
Get practical guidance for your component, coating, or rebuilding challenge.
Industry membership supporting wire and cable expertise.
Industrial hardfacing experience dating back to 1952.
Recognized authority in hardsurfaced wire drawing blocks.
Share your component dimensions, operating conditions, coating requirements, or rebuilding needs, and the team will help identify the right repair, fabrication, or hardfacing approach.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (732) 398-2100. You can also send us a quick email at info@parkwaykew.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (732) 398-2100. You can also send us a quick email at info@parkwaykew.com.