About BERMO
Behind Minnesota's Leading Manufacturing Partner
Learn More About BERMO – Minnesota’s Manufacturing Solutions Provider
BERMO Inc. was founded in 1947 by Fred Berdass.
Fred’s ingenuity took the company from his humble garage to their Minneapolis, Minnesota, headquarters. BERMO has developed over the years into a vertically-integrated contract manufacturer specializing in sheet metal stamping and fabrication.
BERMO, Inc:
- Is a privately-held, family-owned business,
- Engages over 120 employees, and
- Occupies a 285,000 square foot facility.
With over seventy years of experience, BERMO Inc. proudly serves the following markets:
- Agriculture
- Automotive
- Distribution (for e-Commerce)
- Electrical / Electronics
- Filtration
- Fitness
- Hardware
- Kitchen Appliances
- Medical
- Window manufacturing
- BERMO’s overall goal is to deliver high-quality products, on time, and at a cost that benefits our customers’ bottom line. We pride ourselves on the overall customer experience – from the RFQ to shipping out the parts.
Our leadership team brings deep expertise in engineering, operations, customer service, and continuous improvement, ensuring that every project is supported with strategic oversight and a commitment to excellence. With in-house tooling, progressive stamping capabilities up to 600 tons, 12kW fiber laser cutting, CNC press brake forming, and automated welding systems, BERMO provides scalable, cost-effective production for both short and long runs.
Our leaders foster a culture of integrity, innovation, and collaboration—empowering teams, strengthening customer partnerships, and driving the operational performance needed to meet today’s demanding manufacturing requirements.
BERMO's History: Our Company Timeline
1957 – Founding
- Founded by Fred Berdass in Bloomington, Minnesota.
- Started as a small toolmaking and stamping operation run from Fred’s garage.
- Early products included automotive aftermarket parts such as curb scrapers.
1978 – Growth and Innovation
- BERMO employed about 45 people, focused on stamping, welding, and tool building.
- Specialized in soft tools for low-volume production.
1982 – Expansion into Progressive Tooling
- Introduced progressive hard tools for high-volume stamping.
- Acquired larger presses (up to 400 tons) to support growing demand.
- Began serving electronics customers like Xerox, IBM, and Kodak.
1988–1989 – Major Relocation and Consolidation
- Outgrew multiple facilities in Bloomington.
- Purchased and moved into a new building in Circle Pines, Minnesota.
- Combined operations into one climate-controlled facility with three 400-ton presses and 15 smaller presses.
- Expanded services to include plastics, metal stamping, and assembly.
Late 1980s–Early 1990s – Electronics Boom
- Despite an initial business slowdown, BERMO rebounded by winning major electronics contracts.
- Became known as the “Keyboard King” producing frames for IBM and Digital Equipment Corporation.
- Operated 24/7 to meet demand and added major clients including HP and Sun Microsystems, which became one of BERMO’s largest customers.
1990s – Global Expansion and Electronics Focus
- Expanded manufacturing presence abroad to Scotland, Mexico, and California.
- Doubled the size of the Circle Pines facility.
- Built a new computer chassis facility in St. Cloud, Minnesota, producing nearly 2 million units for Intel over three years.
- The company’s core business became electronics manufacturing.
2001–2003 – Dot-Com Crash and Refocus
- The dot-com bubble burst severely impacted the electronics market.
- BERMO sold or closed external facilities and consolidated operations back to Circle Pines and began rebuilding.
- Shifted focus toward agriculture, lawn & garden, and industrial customers.
2003–Present – Diversification and Modernization
- Expanded into transportation, medical equipment, and fitness equipment. Built a reputation for precision stamping, toolmaking, and welding expertise.
- Continues to serve a diverse customer base across critical industries.
- Our core strengths remain:
- Stamping capability
- Toolmaking craftsmanship
- Advanced welding and laser fabrication
BERMO Today and in the Future
- BERMO stands as a multi-generation company with over 70 years of manufacturing excellence.
- We are known for engineering-driven partnerships and manufacturing innovation.
- BERMO will continue to evolve, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology.