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Where It All Started
In 1996, Chris Braun founded Braun’s Manufacturing & Welding with a simple goal: to provide craftsmanship that lasts. What began as a one-man operation fueled by a passion for design and fabrication has grown into a cornerstone of the St. Peter community. For nearly three decades, Chris has remained at the heart of the shop—you’ll still find him active in the design process, managing the office, and personally connecting with every customer who walks through our doors.
A Family Tradition
We aren't just a business; we’re a family. Braun’s MFG has been the training ground for Chris’s three sons, who have grown up in the shop and contributed to the business in countless ways over the years. This family-first approach isn't just internal—it extends to our clients. When you work with us, you’re treated like a neighbor, not a job number.
The Heart Behind the Steel
We take immense pride in the reputation we’ve built within the industry. We are the team people call when they have a problem no one else can solve. There is a unique satisfaction in taking an "impossible" repair and making it whole again. For us, it’s not just about the weld; it’s about the challenge, the creativity, and the commitment to getting it right.
Our Community & Partners
Our clients range from local individuals to large commercial and governmental entities, but the story is always the same: once a project is finished, a relationship begins. We don’t just want to finish your project; we want to be the shop you trust for the next twenty years.