Sheet Metal Fabrication
Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication
Precision sheet metal fabrication from prototype through to production, covering laser cutting, bending, welding, assembly and powder coating in aluminium, stainless steel and brass. Prototyping brings a concept into physical form so it can be checked, and welding joins the finished components into a single assembly.
- Aluminium
- Stainless steel
- Brass
Product Overview
Precision sheet metal fabrication from prototype through to production, covering laser cutting, bending, welding, assembly and powder coating in aluminium, stainless steel and brass. Prototyping brings a concept into physical form so it can be checked, and welding joins the finished components into a single assembly. Custom solutions are developed around each customer's design, material and finish requirements.
Key Benefits
- Prototype and production handled by the same process route, so the production part matches the prototype
- Cutting through to coating completed in house rather than passed between suppliers
- Design, material and finish specified per customer rather than from a fixed menu
- Welded assemblies delivered complete instead of as loose components
- After sales support continues after the parts are delivered
Problems It Solves
- Prototypes made one way and production parts made another, so the two do not match
- Fit up problems when cut, formed and welded parts come from different sources
- Coating damage caused by shipping parts between finishing suppliers
- No support once the parts have been delivered
Where It Is Used
Applications And Buyers
Application Scenarios
- Prototyping a new enclosure before committing to production
- Producing welded frames and chassis assemblies
- Manufacturing panels, covers and guards for machinery
- Coated parts where appearance matters as much as fit
Who It Is For
- Product developers moving from concept to first build
- Machine builders needing frames and enclosures
- Electrical equipment manufacturers
- Companies whose prototype supplier cannot handle production volume
Technical Features And Specifications
Technical Features
- Prototyping as a defined stage of the service
- Laser cutting and bending
- Welding of multiple components into a final product
- Assembly of complete units
- Powder coating and finishing
| Materials | Aluminium, stainless steel, brass |
|---|---|
| Processes | Laser cutting, bending, welding, assembly, powder coating |
| Stages Covered | Prototyping through production |
| Supply Basis | Custom to customer design and finish |
| Support | After sales support after delivery |
How It Is Made And Checked
Materials Process And Quality Control
Materials
- Aluminium
- Stainless steel
- Brass
Manufacturing Process
- Laser cutting
- Bending
- Welding
- Assembly
- Powder coating
Quality Control
- Specification agreed in writing before production starts
- First article or sample approved against the agreed specification
- Goods inspected and photographed at the factory before loading
- Inspection report sent to you before the container sails
Customisation Options
What Can Be Varied
- Design developed with you at prototype stage
- Material and thickness per part
- Welded or bolted assembly
- Finish type and colour
- Production volume from first article upward
Compared With The Alternatives
| Sheet metal services | The same capability described from the prototype end: this route puts more weight on getting the first build right before production tooling and fixtures are fixed. |
|---|---|
| 3D printed prototypes | Printing is quicker for shape checking; sheet metal prototypes behave like the production part because they are made the same way. |
Use Guide
- Prototype with the production material and thickness so results transfer
- Fix the bend allowances at prototype stage and reuse them in production
- Agree weld positions before coating colour is chosen, since welds are finished first
- Keep the approved first article as the reference for later batches
Questions
Questions Buyers Ask About This Product
Do you make prototypes as well as production parts?
Yes, prototyping is part of the service and uses the same processes as production, so the parts behave the same.
Which finishes are available?
Powder coating and other finishing, specified per part.
Do you weld assemblies or supply loose parts?
Either. Welding and assembly into a final product are part of the service.
What materials do you work with?
Aluminium, stainless steel and brass among others.
Is support available after delivery?
Yes. The relationship does not end at the sale; send questions about fit or finish and we will deal with them.
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