Parts are cut out of metal by sawing, shearing or chiseling either by hand or more commonly with the aid of a specialized machine in a fabrication shop. If a sheet metal part is designed to function with two pieces joined together, the pieces are joined by welding, the use of adhesives, rivets or threaded fasteners. Read More…
Leading Manufacturers
Advanced Metal Components, Inc.
Swainsboro, GA | 888-394-9633As an ISO 9001- and ISO 14001-certified fabricator of sheet metal components and assemblies, Metcam is an award-winning leader in quality, lean manufacturing and sustainability. For more than two decades, we have maintained a consistent focus on lean practices, viewing our operations not only as a business, but also as an innovation center for front-line efforts in waste reduction and quality management.
Maysteel Industries, LLC
Allenton, WI | 262-251-1632Maysteel provides complex sheet metal fabrication with a focus on design for manufacturing. Founded in 1936, we combine our extensive engineering experience and market knowledge with an expanding supply chain footprint, allowing us to fabricate products that others can’t. We design, engineer and manufacture custom OEM sheet metal enclosures, kiosks, cabinets and racks. We have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, as well as partnerships in Europe. For more information, visit www.maysteel.com.
M & W Shops
Union Grove, WI | 262-878-4220In business since 1972, our team at M & W Shops can assist you with all of your sheet metal fabricating needs. Capabilities include custom work, design assistance, volume production, and more.
American Industrial Company
Gurnee, IL | 847-855-9200Since 1981, American Industrial has been on the cutting edge of all things sheet metal. This has helped us achieve our spot as a leader of the industry.
Brakewell Steel Fabricators Inc.
Chester, NY | 888-914-9131Brakewell Steel has been satisfying its hundreds of customers since 1969 with its consumer based custom fabrication. With our skilled craftsmanship and years of expertise, Brakewell has the means to get you exactly what you need and when you need it. We are dedicated to creating long-term partnerships with our customers by providing reliable service and dependable products.
Metcam
Alpharetta, GA | 888-394-9633As an ISO 9001- and ISO 14001-certified fabricator of sheet metal components and assemblies, Metcam is an award-winning leader in quality, lean manufacturing and sustainability. For more than two decades, we have maintained a consistent focus on lean practices, viewing our operations not only as a business, but also as an innovation center for front-line efforts in waste reduction and quality management.
Southeast Texas Industries, Inc.
Bridge City, TX | 800-423-7173The STI Group provides you diversified service capabilities for your industrial capital construction, maintenance, piping spools, heavy structural steel & plate, sheet metal, modular, material processing, vessel fabrication, boiler & heater, exchangers, and related specialty services. We have been a dynamic partner committed to quality built on over 30 years of expertise in contract manufacturing.
Sheet Metal Parts - Astro Engineering & ManufacturingDepending on the purpose of the parts being manufactured, engineers will determine which methods are used to ensure that the part will be as durable as possible. These parts are manufactured with enough precision to make them interchangeable, so that repairs and replacements can easily be made to whatever piece of equipment or structure the new parts are being used for.
Sheet metal parts offer the advantage of being both lightweight and durable. They are flexible enough that they can be pressed and bent into shape by hydraulic and brake presses during the manufacturing process, but strong enough that they will not break during use unless an unusually high level of force is applied to them. Sheet metal parts are utilized in the many common consumer goods such as computers, cars, cabinets and air ventilation systems.
Typically, vendors approach a sheet metal fabrication shop with an explanation of the parts that they need to have manufactured for their product. Engineers from either the vendor of the fabrication company will then design a solution that meets the needs of the project. These engineering specifications are then put into use at the sheet metal fabrication site as a process is put in place to effectively create the parts.
Along the way, quality control processes maintain a high standard so that all parts are being produced with identical specifications and quality that meets or exceeds the level expected by the vendor. These parts are put to use for a variety of important applications, so it is critical that no corners are cut during the manufacturing process.