Dennis Coppersmith

Dennis brings more than 31 years of industry experience to Industrial Consultants LLC. Throughout his career, he has developed extensive expertise in ammonia refrigeration systems, as well as the operation, maintenance, and supervision of large commercial warehouse facilities. His strong technical background and years of hands-on operational experience provide clients with practical, real-world insight into maintaining safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

As a qualified ammonia refrigeration professional, Dennis understands the complexities and demands of industrial refrigeration systems and the importance of balancing operational performance with safety and regulatory compliance. His experience working directly within large-scale facilities allows him to approach client challenges from an operational perspective, helping organizations implement solutions that are both effective and practical in day-to-day environments.

Dennis is known as a hands-on, team-oriented leader who values communication, accountability, and collaboration. His ability to work closely with employees, management teams, and facility personnel helps foster productive relationships and successful project outcomes. Clients appreciate his practical mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to developing solutions that support both operational reliability and workplace safety.

Through his technical knowledge, leadership experience, and conscientious work ethic, Dennis plays an important role in helping clients strengthen their safety programs, improve operational processes, and achieve long-term compliance and performance goals.

Why I Do This Work
When I was younger, I was drawn to working with ammonia refrigeration. Everyone needs to eat, and ammonia refrigeration is a critical part of the food industry, so I knew it offered stability and purpose. I was also fortunate to have people in my life who explained the mechanics of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration to me, and I became fascinated by how these systems work.

Over the years in the ammonia industry, I’ve gained a deep understanding of the hazards involved and the importance of addressing issues safely and correctly when they arise. You can be lucky for a long time, but all it takes is one moment of thinking, “It’s not going to happen to me,” for everything to change. That understanding is what drives my commitment to safety, training, and helping others protect both people and operations.

Quick Personality Snapshot
Coffee order: I take my coffee black, 2-3 cups morning, afternoon and evening.
Favorite place to travel: my house!
Favorite hobby: golf – no matter how often the ball gets wet or goes to the right.
Favorite music: Rock, Blues, Trumpets (my father was a trumpet player), maybe even a little southern country
Favorite movie: science fiction – “The Fifth Element”
Something people don’t expect about me: I’m always evaluating my work and constantly striving to improve on everything I do.