The Van Buren Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, to welcome McVay Mobile Welding to the local business community.

Founded by Gabe McVay, the company represents a growing segment of regional service businesses focused on bringing skilled trade work directly to the job site — a model that can reduce downtime for agricultural, industrial, and commercial customers across Arkansas and Oklahoma.

After more than seven years of professional welding experience, McVay identified what he describes as a recurring issue in the industry: strong technical skill paired with inconsistent service. McVay Mobile Welding was created to address that gap by combining craftsmanship with reliability — showing up on time, communicating clearly, and completing work that holds up under real-world conditions.

That approach has helped the company expand quickly. In a relatively short time, McVay Mobile Welding has been called on by operations in the cattle industry, major regional contractors, and commercial facilities, including work connected to Bud Walton Arena.

Operating out of 2707 South 4th Street in Van Buren, the business offers both shop-based and mobile welding and fabrication services, allowing repairs and custom work to be completed on-site when moving equipment isn’t practical.

For industries such as agriculture, logistics, and construction — where equipment downtime can be costly — mobile fabrication can mean faster turnaround and fewer disruptions.

According to the business, McVay Mobile Welding serves customers throughout Arkansas and Oklahoma, and advertises availability for emergency repair situations in addition to scheduled work.

Beyond equipment and certifications, McVay emphasizes the people behind the work. The company’s crew is described as a team selected not only for technical ability, but for character, work ethic, and accountability — qualities that tend to matter just as much as weld quality on long-term projects.

“When you hire McVay Mobile Welding, you’re getting more than a service,” the company notes in its public materials. “You’re getting a team that treats your project as if it were their own ranch, business, or manufacturing floor.”

As McVay Mobile Welding continues to expand its footprint across the region, the Van Buren location marks another step in what has become a fast-rising local business rooted in skilled trades, dependable service, and regional demand.

Learn more about McVay Mobile Welding in the River Valley Local Directory.