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Why Choose Our Sheet Metal Services

End-to-End Sheet Metal Fabrication

Laser cutting, CNC bending, welding, hardware insertion, and finishing — all managed under one roof for quality and speed.

High-Precision Cutting

Fiber laser cutting to ±0.005" on sheets up to 48" × 120". Clean edges, minimal HAZ, and burr-free finishes on aluminum, stainless, and carbon steel.

Up to 0.5" steel / 0.375" aluminum
±0.005" flat tolerance

Complex Forming

CNC press brake bending up to 12 ft with air bending and bottoming. Multi-bend assemblies, tight radii, and repeatable angles across production runs.

±0.010" single-bend tolerance
±1° angularity

Full Finishing Suite

Powder coating (any RAL color), anodizing (Type II & III), plating (zinc, nickel, chrome), passivation, brushing, and bead blasting — all coordinated in one order.

MIL-spec & commercial finishes
PEM fasteners, rivets, studs

Our Process

STEP 01
Upload & Quote
Send your STEP/DXF and get a detailed quote
STEP 02
Laser Cut
Fiber laser cuts flat patterns from stock
STEP 03
Form & Weld
CNC bending, welding, hardware insertion
STEP 04
Finish & Ship
Coat, inspect, and ship to your door
Core Fabrication Processes

Choose Your Process

Every sheet metal job combines one or more of these processes. We handle the full workflow so you get finished parts, not half-done blanks.

Laser Cutting

Tolerance±0.005"
Max Thickness0.5" steel
Bed Size48" × 120"
Edge QualityBurr-free

Best For

  • Complex 2D profiles and cutouts
  • Prototypes through high-volume blanks
  • Thin-gauge decorative panels

Press Brake Forming

Bend Tolerance±0.010"
Max Length12 ft
Angularity±1°
MethodsAir & Bottom

Best For

  • Enclosures, chassis, and U-channels
  • Multi-bend structural brackets
  • Production runs requiring repeatable angles

Welding & Assembly

TIG WeldingAluminum & SS
MIG WeldingCarbon & mild steel
Spot WeldingThin-gauge joins
HardwarePEM & rivets

Best For

  • Weldments and multi-part assemblies
  • Structural frames and mounting plates
  • Cosmetic weld-and-grind finishes
FeatureLaser CuttingPress BrakeWelding
Typical Tolerance±0.005"±0.010"±0.030"
Max Part Size48" × 120"12 ft lengthAssembly-dependent
Material Thickness0.020"–0.500"0.020"–0.250"0.020"–0.250"
Surface FinishBurr-free edgeTooling marks on bendGrind / dress available
Best Volume1–10,000+1–10,000+1–1,000
Sheet Metal Material Library

Stock Materials

We keep common gauges in stock for faster turnaround. Custom alloys and tempers available on request.

Aluminum Alloys

5052-H32

Excellent formability and corrosion resistance. The most common sheet metal aluminum.

Thickness: 0.020"–0.250"
6061-T6

Higher strength, good weldability. Ideal for structural brackets and frames.

Thickness: 0.040"–0.250"
3003-H14

Cost-effective general purpose. Great for non-structural enclosures and shields.

Thickness: 0.020"–0.190"

Steel Alloys

304 Stainless

The workhorse — excellent corrosion resistance for food, medical, and outdoor use.

Thickness: 0.024"–0.188"
316L Stainless

Superior chemical resistance. Required for marine, chemical, and pharmaceutical.

Thickness: 0.024"–0.188"
A36 Carbon Steel

Low-cost structural steel. Ideal for welded frames, bases, and mounting plates.

Thickness: 0.030"–0.250"
1008/1010 CRS

Cold-rolled, smooth finish. Good for enclosures that will be powder coated.

Thickness: 0.030"–0.125"
Galvanized (G90)

Zinc-coated for corrosion protection without additional finishing.

Thickness: 0.030"–0.125"

Specialty Metals

Copper C110

High electrical and thermal conductivity. Used for bus bars, heat sinks, and RF shields.

Thickness: 0.020"–0.125"
Brass C260

Corrosion-resistant with an attractive finish. Common for decorative panels and connectors.

Thickness: 0.020"–0.125"

Not sure which alloy?

Upload your design and our engineers will recommend the optimal material based on your application, environment, and budget.

Sheet Metal Parts Across Industries

From rack-mount server enclosures to aerospace structural brackets — our sheet metal capabilities serve every sector.

Enclosures & Chassis

Server racks, telecom housings, control panels, battery enclosures, and consumer electronics chassis — laser cut, formed, welded, and powder coated as turnkey assemblies.

ElectronicsTelecomEV / BatteryIndustrial Controls

Structural Brackets & Mounts

Load-bearing brackets, mounting plates, gussets, and weldments for aerospace, robotics, and automotive applications — engineered for strength and weight.

AerospaceRoboticsAutomotiveRenewable Energy
Medical
FDA-ready
Energy
High volume
Aerospace
AS9100
Consumer
Cosmetic finish
48" × 120"
Max Sheet Size
12 ft
Max Bend Length
99.8%
On-Time Delivery
24/7
Production Capacity
Design for Manufacturability

Sheet Metal DFM Tips

Follow these rules to reduce cost, shorten lead time, and improve part quality. Our engineers review every order for DFM — but designing it right upfront saves everyone time.

Minimum Bend Radius

Aluminum: 0.5× thickness. Stainless: 1.0× thickness. Carbon steel: 0.5–1.0× thickness.

Going below the minimum radius causes cracking on the outside of the bend, especially in work-hardened alloys like 5052-H32.

Minimum Flange Length

4× material thickness (absolute minimum 0.200").

Short flanges slip off the press brake die and produce inconsistent angles. A longer flange gives the tooling enough material to grip.

Hole-to-Edge Spacing

Keep holes at least 2× material thickness from the nearest edge.

Holes too close to an edge will deform during bending or shearing, causing bulging and dimensional loss.

Hole-to-Bend Spacing

Keep holes at least 2.5× thickness + bend radius from the bend line.

The material in the bend zone stretches. Holes placed inside this zone will warp into ovals and lose concentricity.

Relief Cuts

Add a relief notch (width = material thickness) where a bend line meets another feature or edge.

Without relief cuts, the material tears or buckles at the intersection. A small notch lets the bend form cleanly.

K-Factor & Bend Deduction

Use K=0.33 for air bending, K=0.42 for bottom bending as starting points.

The K-factor determines how much material is consumed by each bend. Getting it right means your flat pattern unfolds to the correct 3D shape.

Sheet Metal FAQ

Common questions about our sheet metal fabrication services

What tolerances can you hold for sheet metal parts?

For flat/laser-cut dimensions we hold ±0.005". Single-bend dimensions are ±0.010", and multi-bend dimensions are ±0.030". Bend-to-hole/feature tolerance is ±0.010", angularity is ±1°, and insert diameters are +0.003"/-0.000".

What materials do you offer for sheet metal fabrication?

We stock aluminum (5052-H32, 6061-T6, 3003-H14), stainless steel (304, 316L), carbon steel (A36, 1008/1010), galvanized steel (G90), copper (C110), and brass (C260). Thickness ranges from 0.020" to 0.250" depending on the alloy.

Is there a minimum order quantity?

No — we accept orders starting at 1 piece. Whether you need a single prototype enclosure or a 1,000-unit production run, we quote every job individually based on complexity, material, and finishing requirements.

What file formats do you accept?

We accept STEP (.stp/.step), SolidWorks (.sldprt), IGES (.igs), DXF, and DWG files. For flat patterns, DXF is preferred. For formed parts, a 3D STEP file with bend lines noted is ideal. Include an engineering drawing (PDF) for critical tolerances and finish callouts.

What is the typical turnaround time?

Standard lead time is 7–14 business days from order confirmation, which includes laser cutting, forming, hardware insertion, and any finishing. Rush orders (5–7 business days) are available with a surcharge — contact us for availability.

What finishing options are available?

We offer powder coating (any RAL color), anodizing (Type II and Type III / hardcoat), plating (zinc, nickel, chrome), passivation (for stainless steel), brushing, bead blasting, and silk-screening. Parts can also be shipped raw or with a conversion coating (chromate / alodine) for paint prep.

Ready to Start Your Sheet Metal Project?

Upload your STEP or DXF file and get a detailed quote with DFM feedback — typically within one business day.

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