About Schaeffer's
Four and a half decades of excellence in tank and trailer services
Our Story
Since 1978, Schaeffer's Tank & Truck Service has been Ohio's trusted partner for tank and trailer repairs. What started as a small family business has grown into the region's premier tank service facility, known for quality workmanship and reliable service.
Our ASME R-Stamp certification demonstrates our commitment to the highest industry standards. Every repair, modification, and fabrication project meets or exceeds strict safety and quality requirements, giving our customers confidence in our work.
Today, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to serve customers throughout Ohio and beyond. Our experienced team takes pride in solving complex challenges and getting you back on the road quickly and safely.
Our Journey
Milestones in our commitment to excellence
Founded as Schaeffer Machine Co.
Specialized in general machining; fabricated machinery guards, bases, frames, tanks, and performed welding. Founded by Jack Schaeffer Sr.; his son Jack began working there while in high school.
Renamed Schaeffer Metal Products
Company name changed to Schaeffer Metal Products.
Moved to Ravenna warehouse
Relocated to a small rented warehouse in Ravenna and operated there from 1972 to 1978.
Relocated to Kent; incorporated and "U" Stamp achieved
Moved operations to Kent, Ohio (1978 to 1981). Incorporated and attained the National Board "U" Stamp, permitting fabrication of ASME pressure vessels at the Kent facility.
Moved to 357 Commerce Road, Ravenna
Relocated to our current location at 357 Commerce Road in Ravenna, Ohio, the former Industrial Metal Products site where Jack Schaeffer Sr. had been a mechanical engineer.
"R" Stamp achieved
Attained National Board "R" Stamp, allowing alterations and repairs to ASME pressure vessels; held ever since. Primarily serviced carbon steel MC312 rubber-lined tank trailers hauling corrosives.
Expanded to MC307 stainless tanks
Expanded into servicing stainless steel MC307 tanks for the chemical industry.
Expanded to MC306 petroleum trailers
Began servicing MC306 trailers hauling petroleum and other non-corrosive liquid commodities.
Third generation joins the business
Jack Schaeffer Jr.'s son Jake started working while in high school; in 2010 he joined full time after college.
MC330/MC331 and propane trucks
Ventured into working on MC330/MC331 tank trailers hauling compressed gases (butane, propane, etc.) and, by extension, home delivery propane trucks.
Technician training for meters and pumps
Began sending technicians to service schools for Neptune Meters, Liquid Controls Meters, and Blackmer and Corken product pumps to better serve home delivery truck customers.
Registered for liquid meter calibration
Registered with the Ohio Department of Agriculture and purchased equipment to perform liquid meter calibration in-shop and on-site for propane and fuel custody transfer applications; enabled service for airports, fuel companies, and propane companies.
Filed trade name: Schaeffer's Tank & Truck Service
Filed a new trade name to better reflect servicing all mechanical and cargo tank needs for truck tanks and tank trailers.
Expanded into truck hydraulic systems
Expanded further into servicing and installing truck hydraulic systems as the industry moved toward hydraulically driven apparatus.
Rechassis, upfitting, and gravimetric calibration
Today we are increasing our footprint in truck rechassis and upfitting. As of March 2025, we purchased equipment to begin gravimetric calibration and to perform adjustments and repairs on bulk oil meters.
Looking ahead
Going forward, we will continue maintaining our customer-centric focus that has driven our business since its inception over fifty years ago.
Our Mission & Values
Quality First
Every project meets the highest standards of quality and safety, backed by our ASME R-Stamp certification.
Customer Focus
We understand the importance of uptime and work efficiently to minimize downtime and get you back in operation.
Continuous Innovation
We invest in the latest technology and training to provide cutting-edge solutions for complex challenges.