Davenport Machine has been committed to innovation and excellence since its foundation 130 years ago.

We’ve always followed Mr. Davenport’s vision to place the customer first, which is why we place a special focus on delivering a superior return on investment. Davenport machines are faster, have a smaller footprint, and require less training and investment than any other multi-spindle machines.

You can also customize your business with over 1,000 attachments and 3,000 certified ISO replacement parts. Learn more about our history in the timeline below.

1894

William Simeon Davenport establishes the Davenport Machine Tool Company in New Bedford, Mass. The company initially produced clock pinion turning machines and progressed into manufacturing intricate multiple-spindle automatic bar machines.

1902

Mr. Davenport’s Model B Automatic Screw Machine design is patented. In Mr. Davenport’s words, “The development of a machine is a growth process. My first machine had about 350 parts. Improvements and simplification added the other 1,500.”

1919

The Davenport Machine begins playing a key role in the US military. This year also marked Davenport’s move to Rochester, NY. Strategically placed a long the Erie Canal, Rochester was the perfect geographical midpoint to serve the companies growing consumer base. The expanding automotive business in Detroit, and the watchmaking industry in New England.

1925

Earl Brinkman, a young mechanic, begins working at Davenport. Brinkman’s many innovations, some patented, drove the company to new heights.

1939

Davenport is granted AAA priority during World War II, operating 24 hours a day to produce much-needed materials to support the war effort.

1966

Earl Brinkman becomes president of Davenport. He became known throughout the screw machine industry as “Mr. Davenport”, as his name became synonymous with the company and the machine.

1979

Earl Brinkman retires, leaving the company to eventually be led by his son, Bob Brinkman.

1996

Davenport launched the Model B Servo. Using state-of-the-art servo technology, the machine offered better accuracy, easier set up and more flexible operation. The Servo was the first step towards the Davenport Machines seen today.

2003

Bob Brinkman takes over Davenport Machine, now part of Brinkman International Group, Inc. The company continues to focus on the needs of the precision machined parts industry.

2017

Davenport’s Exploration & Advancement group develops the Hybrid Concept Machine. A stand-alone offering; meshing the latest CNC technology with legendary Davenport speed and productivity.