Malloy Electric breaks ground on new 200,000-square-foot motor facility in Cedar Rapids

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Malloy Electric has broken ground on a new 200,000-square-foot motor facility in Cedar Rapids, a project the company says will expand its service capacity for industrial customers throughout the region.

The facility is expected to open in mid-2026 and will include a 60-ton crane system and equipment to support motor services up to 20,000 horsepower, according to the company.

Malloy CEO Chris Houwman said the expansion reflects a long-term commitment to serving manufacturers and industrial clients in Iowa.

“We’re excited to open our new facility in Cedar Rapids,” Houwman said in a statement. “This investment shows we’re here for the long haul, both for Iowa and for our neighbors in this community.”

The Cedar Rapids project coincides with a recently completed expansion at Malloy’s Mandan, North Dakota location. That facility now operates a 45-ton crane system and has commissioned new equipment for motor repair, including a vacuum pressure impregnation system and a CAM undercutter. A Laser Clad system is expected to be commissioned there in mid-2026.

Malloy said the expansions support the company’s “We service what we sell” operating philosophy and are designed to ensure industrial customers have access to advanced motor repair technology and technical expertise aimed at reducing downtime.

“Investing in talent, technology, and state-of-the-art facilities is not just about growth; it’s about fostering an environment where great ideas and innovation thrive,” Houwman said.

Malloy provides industrial motor services across a seven-state region, including South Dakota, North Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, Montana, and Wyoming.