Whelan Machine Expands with New 70,000-Square-Foot Facility in Jeffersontown, Kentucky

A new chapter is unfolding, and we’re gearing up for a big move! Whelan Machine is expanding into a brand-new, 70,000-square-foot facility, designed to support our continued growth and innovation.

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The Whelan Machine team, led by CEO Patrick Malcor and President John Triplett, attended a special event at Raytheon Louisville to celebrate the successful delivery of the 250th MK49 Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM).

Our CEO Patrick Malcor had the honor of attending a special event at Raytheon Louisville, celebrating the successful delivery of the 250th MK49 RAM (Rolling Airframe Missile). This incredible program is a testament to international partnership and innovation—providing critical defense capabilities that help protect our Navy and Marines at sea.

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Big News from Whelan Machine!

A new chapter is unfolding, and we’re gearing up for a big move! Whelan Machine is expanding into a brand-new, 70,000-square-foot facility, designed to support our continued growth and innovation.

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Whelan Machine on Capitol Hill: Strengthening the Defense Industry and Community

Bringing the defense industrial base to Washington at every level - from large corporation to small family owned - is key to the mission of BG. Their story is important to the warfighter and the community in which they live, especially when their our home state of Kentucky and one of our favorite Members, Rep. Brett Guthrie (KY-02).

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President John Triplett Attends Jtown JOBS Incentive Meeting with City Council, Mayor Carol Pike, and Matthew Meunier, Director of Community and Economic Development

On February 4th, our President, John Triplett, had the honor of attending the Jtown JOBS Incentive Meeting with the City Council, Mayor Carol Pike, and Matthew Meunier, Director of Community and Economic Development.

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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear Awards Economic Incentives to Ajax Defense and Whelan Machine

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A discussion with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear underscored the state’s commitment to industry growth, strategic investment, and advancing the future of manufacturing in the Commonwealth.