Pictured is an Amada 2204 Smart Brake, the newest piece of equipment installed recently at Dawson Metal Company of Jamestown.

Dawson Metal Company has added a new piece of machinery to its Jamestown operation — an Amada 2204 Smart Brake.

The newest technology is a 240-ton, 14-foot smart brake press that includes the latest advancements in manufacturing. The addition of the new brake press will allow for higher tolerances and repeatability for Dawson Doors.

Dawson Metal also purchased new technology at the end of 2022 to help with the influx of business. A new routing table was purchased with an emphasis on being used for door products and a laser welder, which is used for multiple customers in both the company’s architectural and industrial departments.

“Dawson’s ability to drive change and seek the latest technology allows us to stay ahead of our competition and meet industry demands. Whether it’s manufacturing doors for stadiums, museums, and business parks, industrial components, or powder coating at our Spray Tech Finishing facility, our customers can be assured we will have the latest technology and ship our quality products on time and within budget,” company officials said in a news release.

Dawson Metal Company has been in operation in Chautauqua County for 77 years and has been owned and operated by the Dawson family since its inception.

“Being successful doesn’t happen overnight. Adapting to the changing manufacturing environment is a must. To do this requires significant capital investments in both machinery and our employees,” company officials said.