Sheet metal fabrication is a versatile manufacturing process that involves numerous techniques to produce the finished component. This process is compatible with various types of metals and offers a range of benefits that make it popular across diverse applications. At Birl’s Light Fab, we offer custom sheet metal fabrication services tailored to meet your unique requirements.
What Is Sheet Metal Fabrication?
Sheet metal fabrication is a subtractive manufacturing process that creates components out of thin metal sheets. To produce the desired part, sheet metal fabrication can involve a combination of various techniques, such as bending, cutting, blanking, stamping, shearing, assembling, and more. While many of these techniques can be performed manually, the use of automated machinery produces more accurate results that better align with tolerance requirements.
Due to its versatility, sheet metal fabrication is well-suited for producing precision parts with high durability, such as enclosures, chassis, and brackets. As an expert sheet metal fabricator, Birl’s Light Fab has the necessary experience and equipment to produce high-quality end products that meet our customers’ needs.
Sheet Metal Fabrication Applications
Birl’s Light Fab serves these and other industries with comprehensive sheet metal fabrication services:
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Construction
- Electronics
- Energy
- Medical
Features and Capabilities
We offer the following sheet metal fabrication services:
- Cutting. Our fabrication team uses various cutting techniques to cut sheet metal into the desired shape. Common cutting methods include stamping, shearing, blanking, and more.
- Bending. Bending processes are used to bend sheet metal into a U- or V-shape to create the desired form. This process can be performed manually or with automated equipment, depending on the complexity of the part.
- Assembling. Our assembly capabilities ensure you receive a completely finished product. Typical assembly methods include welding, riveting, adhesives, and more.
Benefits of Sheet Metal Fabrication
Sheet metal fabrication is a cost-effective option for creating high-quality, precise products. Key benefits of sheet metal fabrication include:
- High-precision parts. Automated sheet metal fabrication technology uses CAD software and CNC machinery to ensure precise bending, cutting, and forming operations. This level of accuracy ensures tight tolerances and consistent dimensions, which is critical for various industries.
- Custom-built designs. Sheet metal fabrication allows for the production of custom-built parts and components. Birl’s Light Fab can take your ideas from prototype to finished product.
- High-capacity production. Sheet metal fabrication is a suitable process for producing a large number of parts with fast turnaround times.
- Durability. Sheet metal fabrication is compatible with various durable metals, including steel, aluminum, copper, and more. Depending on the type of sheet metal you choose, your finished product can be corrosion-resistant, weather-resistant, and high-strength.
- Modern finish. Even without coating or surface finishing, many sheet metals have an aesthetically pleasing and modern appearance that enhances the look of the finished product.
Sheet Metal Fabrication Services From Birl’s Light Fab
At Birl’s Light Fab, we offer custom sheet metal fabrication services for projects across all major industries and applications. Our experience and precision work combined with quality engineering principles reduce development costs for end-use products. We offer a range of sheet metal fabrication techniques, including small footprint cutting, bending, and assembling. With these capabilities, we can create prototypes as well as small production runs for small businesses. Our certified process engineers have extensive experience in AutoCAD and Solidworks to ensure we deliver precise, high-quality finished products.
For more information about our sheet metal fabrication capabilities, please contact us or shop our website today.