Business Details
28 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Industrial Maintenance & Construction Experts in SC
Founded in 1998, Solution Services has established itself as one of the Southeast's leading industrial contractors. Our in-house expertise spans maintenance, engineering, and construction solutions tailored to paper, chemical, municipal, and manufacturing clients across the East Coast. With a relentless focus on safety, we implement rigorous protocols to protect our team and clients on every project, regardless of scale. Our commitment to craftsmanship and attention to detail has built a reputation for excellence spanning decades. By staffing projects with experienced professionals, we deliver turnkey solutions that streamline client vendor interactions, reduce project timelines, and ensure seamless communication.Our leadership team brings decades of combined industry experience, including specialized expertise in 3D scanning, structural analysis, and complex industrial systems. We prioritize building lasting relationships through personalized service, adapting to evolving client needs while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory standards. Our track record of successful projectsfrom precision laser shaft alignment to complete plant relocationsdemonstrates our ability to tackle complex challenges with innovative solutions. With offices in West Columbia and Gaffney, South Carolina, we combine local market knowledge with national-scale capabilities to serve diverse industrial sectors.
Services
Maintenance Services
Engineering Solutions
Construction Projects
Welding & Fitting
Electrical Systems
Equipment Installation
Piping & Tubing
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 38 years of combined leadership experience in industrial contracting
- ISO 14001-certified safety management systems
- Full-service provider eliminating multi-vendor coordination challenges
- Specialized expertise in 3D scanning and structural analysis
- Proven track record with Fortune 500 clients in chemical and manufacturing sectors
Associations and certifications
- ISO 14001
What people say
Exemplary professionalism
Prompt communication
Superior communication practices
Professional and SAFE
Instrumental in our growth
Services
Maintenance Services
Our comprehensive maintenance solutions ensure continuous industrial operations through preventive and corrective strategies. We specialize in contract maintenance, equipment repair, and shutdown support for manufacturing and chemical facilities. Our certified technicians perform precision laser shaft alignment, heat exchanger cleaning, and pump replacement, minimizing downtime while extending equipment lifespan. With 24/7 emergency capabilities, we address urgent maintenance needs across South Carolina and the Southeast.
Engineering Solutions
We provide end-to-end engineering services from 3D scanning to structural analysis. Our team creates detailed CAD models for equipment layouts, performs pipe stress calculations, and develops customized rigging plans. With expertise in P&ID development and process piping design, we support projects from concept through execution. Our engineering managers hold multiple professional certifications, ensuring code-compliant solutions for complex industrial systems in chemical plants and manufacturing facilities.
Construction Projects
Our construction division handles complete project delivery including electrical systems installation, piping infrastructure, and plant relocations. We specialize in equipment removal/installation with minimal operational disruption, supported by in-house welding and fabrication capabilities. From initial design to commissioning, our project managers coordinate all phases while maintaining strict safety protocols. Recent projects include pharmaceutical cleanroom construction and hazardous material handling systems implementation across the Southeast.
Welding & Fitting
We offer ASME Section IX-compliant welding services for carbon steel, stainless steel, and alloys. Our certified welders perform orbital welding for sanitary applications, structural steel fabrication, and field piping connections. With expertise in gas, arc, and resistance welding techniques, we support pharmaceutical, chemical, and manufacturing clients requiring precision instrumentation tubing and pressure vessel repairs. Quality assurance includes ultrasonic testing and weld procedure specifications.
Electrical Systems
Our electrical services cover preventive maintenance, system upgrades, and emergency repairs for industrial facilities. We install and service power distribution systems, lighting infrastructure, and control panels. Certified electricians handle hazardous location wiring, motor control systems, and arc flash analysis. With experience in 480V+ systems and PLC integration, we support continuous operations for manufacturing plants and chemical processing facilities across the Carolinas.
People
B. Stone Crider
Founder/Owner
With 38 years of maritime and industrial experience, Stone founded Solution Services in 1998. A former oil tanker officer, he combines technical expertise with operational leadership to guide the company's strategic direction and client relationships.
Dan Krebs
Engineering Manager
Licensed professional engineer with 24 years in mechanical system design and project management. Oversees engineering projects from concept to completion while maintaining active SC, GA, and PA engineering licenses and client relationships.
Brian Baldwin
Safety Manager
20+ year safety professional with ISO 14001 auditor certification and OSHA 30 training expertise. Develops and implements comprehensive safety programs across all project sites to ensure regulatory compliance and accident prevention.
Jacob Black
Project Manager
11-year construction industry veteran with MSHA and OSHA 10 certifications. Manages project execution from planning to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards for industrial clients.
Matt Terwilliger
Branch Manager
PMP-certified leader with military leadership training and operational experience. Directs West Columbia operations while maintaining focus on sales growth and service excellence in industrial contracting.
Questions
What industries does Solution Services specialize in?
We serve paper mills, chemical plants, manufacturing facilities, and municipal operations across the Southeast with specialized equipment and code-compliant solutions.
Do you offer emergency maintenance services?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency response team handles urgent equipment failures and production-critical repairs with rapid mobilization across South Carolina.
Are your technicians certified for industrial welding?
Our welders hold ASME Section IX certifications and perform orbital, structural, and process piping welds meeting pharmaceutical and chemical industry standards.
Can you handle complete plant relocation projects?
Yes, we manage full plant relocations including disassembly, transportation, reassembly, and commissioning with minimal operational disruption.
What safety certifications does your team hold?
We maintain ISO 14001 environmental standards, OSHA 30 certifications, and specialized safety training for confined spaces, rigging, and hazardous materials.
Do you provide engineering design services?
Our engineering team offers 3D scanning, CAD drafting, pipe stress analysis, and P&ID development for new installations and system upgrades.
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