Fabrication & What to look for in a shop
Metal fabrication is one of those all encompassing terms that can refer to many of the stages which helps to bring a metal component or product from raw material to end result. The raw forms are many and, in the custom welding and fabricating we do here at Customweld we have experience in working with sheet metal, metal rods and bars, structural steel, stainless steel, iron, aluminum..the list goes on. Through our network of suppliers we have access to virtually any type and quantity of raw material you could possibly need. When custom metal fabrication projects arise and require unique, non standard specification we step into the picture.Types of Custom Metal Fabrication Services
Custom fabrication services can be helpful in all stages of the product development process. Whether you require a complete production run of items or support on a component assembly project, you may find the following types of custom services beneficial:
- Design: The conceptualization, creation, or analysis of exact part or product characteristics.
- Build: The actual construction of the metal product.
- Finishing and assembly: The improvement of product quality through post-fabrication treatments.
- Conceptualizing: If provided with a general idea of how a product should look and which features (strength, versatility, appearance, etc) are important, conceptualization assistance can help determine the exact parts or material characteristics necessary to accomplish the project.
- Computer-aided design (CAD): CAD programs provide manufacturers with a computer-generated three-dimensional representation of their product. Inputting designs into a CAD program will help to identify potential structural weaknesses prior to actual production.
- Tooling design: Custom fabricators can also assist with designing specialized production tools.
Manufacturing a unique product often requires considerable design and planning. Insufficient preparation can result in a custom metal part with structural weaknesses, improper dimensions, or other unwanted attributes that may compromise its quality. To ensure optimal results, consider some of the following custom design services: