525 N 20th Street, Battle Creek, MI 49037 (MLS# 26038069)

Property Use: Business

Uses: Auto Service; Distribution; Manufacturing; Professional Service; Storage; Other

Ownership: Proprietorship

Business Includes: Equipment; Furniture; Inventory; Real Estate

Construction Type: Block; Steel

Roofing: Rubber

Additional Features: Clearspan; Expandable; Fenced Storage; Outdoor Storage; Over Head Crane

Sewer: Public Sewer

Water: Public Water

Utilities Attached: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected

Util Avail at St: None

Heat Source: Natural Gas

Heat Type: Forced Air

Street Type: Paved; Public

Purchase Terms Avail: Cash; Conventional; Lease Purchase

Docs at List Office: Other

Docs Req Conf Agrmnt: Environmental Reports; Rent Roll; Soil Tests

Sale Conditions: None

Possession: Close Of Escrow

inventory, vehicles & operational assets, allowing a new owner to continue operations with minimal interruption or repurpose the facility for a variety of industrial uses. This place was designed around production efficiency. The property features multiple dedicated work areas that support virtually every stage of industrial finishing, including: Abrasive Blasting, Powder Coating, Wet Coating, Assembly, Material Handling, Warehousing, Shipping/Receiving, & Trucking/Logistics. The layout allows projects to move efficiently from preparation through final finishing, inspection, storage & shipment. Offering a collection of industrial improvements that would cost millions of dollars to duplicate today. Highlights include multiple paint booths, powder coating systems, blasting equipment, large curing ovens, conveyorized finishing capabilities, overhead doors, loading areas, warehouse space, fabrication areas, office space, employee facilities & dedicated assembly areas. Material handling is equally impressive with multiple forklifts, overhead cranes, I-beam crane systems & lifting equipment. The property also includes delivery vehicles & trucks used to transport customer projects, allowing the business to provide convenient pickup & delivery services throughout the region. The front portion of the building provides attractive office space designed to support day-to-day business operations. Features include: Multiple private offices, Reception area, Management office, Break room, Employee restrooms & Administrative workspace. The production areas include many features sought after by manufacturers, including: Numerous overhead doors, High-clearance work areas, Large loading and shipping zones, Dedicated warehouse space, Indoor material staging, Extensive electrical service, Multiple production bays, Heavy-duty concrete floors, Crane-supported workstations, multiple filtration systems & access for semi-truck deliveries. Throughout its history, Beech & Rich has serviced an incredibly diverse customer base. Projects have included: Heavy equipment, Construction machinery, Agricultural equipment, Structural steel, Bridges, Marine components, Aircraft components, Automotive parts, Architectural metals, Fencing/Railings, Light poles, Benches, Tanks, Industrial piping, Commercial equipment, Wind/Solar components & Government/Municipal projects. They also specialized in powder coating & wet coating applications utilizing many of the industry's leading coating systems. Capabilities have historically included: Epoxy coatings, Urethane coatings, Hybrid coatings, TGIC polyester, Wrinkle/Textured finishes, Zinc coatings, High-temperature coatings, Plastisol coatings, Industrial epoxy systems & Specialty corrosion-resistant coatings. One of the standout features of this property is its exceptional material-handling capability. Overhead crane systems, steel I-beams, lifting equipment, forklifts, loading docks & warehouse staging areas allow large/heavy projects to move efficiently throughout production. This infrastructure makes the facility especially attractive for manufacturers handling oversized fabrications or heavy industrial components. In addition to the production areas, the property offers significant indoor storage capacity for raw materials, work-in-progress inventory & finished goods. Outside storage areas further increase flexibility for larger projects & equipment. The property's layout allows for excellent separation between production, inventory, assembly & shipping operations. One of the most valuable aspects of this offering is that all equipment & inventory are included with the sale. Rather than purchasing an empty industrial building & spending years acquiring machinery, the successful buyer will receive an extensive collection of production equipment, manufacturing assets, material handling equipment, vehicles, inventory & operational infrastructure. This represents tremendous value for manufacturers looking to expand or entrepreneurs seeking an established industrial operation. While the facility has operated successfully as a blasting & coating company for generations, the possibilities extend far beyond its current use. Potential uses include: Industrial manufacturing, Steel fabrication, Powder coating, Paint/Finishing operations, Machine shop, Equipment rebuilding, Agricultural equipment service, Municipal fleet maintenance, Marine repair, Restoration services, Warehouse/Distribution, Contractor headquarters, Custom manufacturing, Multi-tenant industrial space. The combination of office space, warehouse capacity, heavy-duty infrastructure, crane systems & production equipment creates an opportunity that is becoming increasingly difficult to find in today's market. For over 100 years, Beech & Rich has been synonymous with quality craftsmanship, dependable service & industrial excellence throughout Michigan & the Midwest. Now, this landmark business & facility are ready for new ownership. Whether you intend to continue the company's proud tradition or leverage the incredible infrastructure for your own manufacturing operation, opportunities like this rarely become available. If you've been searching for a true turn-key industrial property with generations of history, extensive equipment, exceptional production capabilities & room for future growth, this opportunity deserves your attention. Industrial facilities of this caliber—offered with the real estate, equipment, inventory, vehicles & operational assets included—are exceptionally rare. Schedule your private tour with Eric Blair, 269-420-6868, today and discover everything this remarkable property has to offer.