Who We Are
Krantz Enterprises is owned and operated by Christopher Krantz, a local entrepreneur and lifelong builder with a passion for both technology and hands-on craftsmanship.
Christopher’s background is anything but ordinary. He grew up surrounded by tools, machinery, and computers — fixing what others couldn’t and designing what others hadn’t yet imagined. Over the years, this curiosity developed into a broad set of skills spanning mechanical repair, robotics, AI development, information technology, digital media, and small-business support.
This unique combination led to the creation of Krantz Enterprises — a company built to embrace both the old and the new.
Our Mission
To create, repair, innovate, and empower.
We believe that technology and craftsmanship don’t have to be separate worlds. A sewing machine from 1975 deserves the same attention and respect as a next-generation robotics prototype. A small business website deserves the same reliability as enterprise systems.
Our mission is to make advanced solutions accessible, practical, and personal — for everyone from local families to growing businesses.
Our Vision
A future where:
- Local service feels personal again
- Technology is built, not just bought
- Innovation solves real-world problems
- Creativity and engineering work hand in hand
- Businesses and individuals have access to tools that help them succeed
From repairing a sewing machine that’s been in a family for decades, to developing robotics that push boundaries, Krantz Enterprises is built to support the future — and the people who live in it.
Our Values
Craftsmanship
Whether we’re repairing a machine or printing a precision part, quality is non-negotiable.
Innovation
We don’t accept “that’s impossible.” If it can be built or solved, we’ll find a way.
Community
We are proud to serve Lexington and Central Illinois.
Local service is personal service.
Integrity
Honest work, fair pricing, and clear communication — always.
Curiosity
From AI research to mechanical design, we never stop learning and exploring.
Building the Future While Serving the Community
Krantz Enterprises is a multidisciplinary company based in Lexington, Illinois — where innovation, craftsmanship, and community all come together under one roof. We repair the practical. We build the futuristic. And we help people and small businesses with the tools they need to move forward.
Our work spans multiple fields: sewing machine repair, 3D printing, robotics, AI systems, hosting solutions, and creative digital media. And while these services might seem unrelated at first glance, they share a single foundation:
A commitment to solving real problems with precision, creativity, and integrity.
Our Divisions
Krantz Enterprises is composed of several specialized branches, each reflecting our blend of expertise:
🧵 Krantz Sewing Machine Repair (DBA)
Formally know as Montgomery Sewing Center. Trusted sewing machine repair and restoration, now operated under Krantz Enterprises.
🖨️ 3D Printing & Custom Manufacturing
High-quality prints in PLA, PETG, PETG-CF, and more for prototypes, custom parts, and functional components.
🤖 Robotics & Innovation Lab
Home of the K-LIN OS, humanoid robotics research, exoskeleton projects, and early-stage medical transporter concepts.
💻 IT & Hosting Solutions
Small-business hosting, website management, networking, and computer repair.
🎙️ AI & Digital Media
VoiceQuill, automated audio/video workflows, storytelling tools, and creative content production.
Why People Choose Krantz Enterprises
Because we’re not a typical business.
We serve customers who need something repaired, something printed, something built, something improved, or something imagined from the ground up.
We’re local enough to know your name,
Skilled enough to build advanced technology,
And focused enough to treat every project with care.
Whether you’re a homeowner, a small business, or a creator with a big idea —
we are here to help bring your project to life.
Let’s Build Something Together
Have a project in mind? Need something repaired, printed, or developed?
We’d love to work with you.
Meet the Team
Chris Krantz
Owner and Operator
I'm Chris, the owner, and operator of Krantz Enterprises
I have always had a love for technology and what it can do for our society and what it can do for the world.