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Sheet Metal Fabrication

Sheet Metal Fabrication

Laser cutting, CNC bending, welding, and assembly for enclosures, panels, and chassis. Fast turnaround on aluminum and stainless structures.

Why Procurement Teams Choose Us for Sheet Metal

Offshore sheet metal often means mystery bend deductions, inconsistent hole positions, and panels that don't square up on assembly. We quote from your actual flat pattern and verify critical dimensions before release.

1

DFM on Bend & Cut Geometry

We flag tight bend radii, hole-to-bend conflicts, and tab/slot issues before nesting — so your first article fits the assembly line, not the scrap bin.

2

Batch-to-Batch Consistency

Stored CNC programs, fixed bend tooling, and in-process gauge checks keep hole patterns and flange heights identical across repeat orders.

3

One-Stop Fabrication

Laser cut, bend, weld, insert PEM hardware, and powder coat under one roof — fewer vendors, one PO, one ship date.

Full Sheet Metal Capabilities

We match cutting, forming, and joining processes to your material, thickness, and volume — from rapid prototypes to scheduled production runs.

Laser Cutting

Fiber laser cutting for aluminum, stainless, and mild steel flat stock. Clean edges, tight nesting, and complex contours without hard tooling investment.

CNC Press Brake Bending

Multi-axis press brakes with automated back gauges for repeatable bend angles, hems, and box forms. Accurate k-factor compensation for your material grade.

Welding (TIG / MIG / Spot)

Certified welders for seam, tack, and spot welding on enclosures and frames. Stainless TIG for cosmetic seams; MIG for structural joints in mild steel.

Assembly & Hardware Insertion

PEM inserts, rivets, hinges, and sub-assembly of panels into finished enclosures — ready for your electronics or mechanical integration.

Fiber laser cutting sheet metal panels

Typical Sheet Metal Specifications

Standard capabilities for most projects. Heavier gauges and tighter tolerances are quoted case-by-case.

ParameterStandard Capability
Sheet thickness0.5 – 12 mm (0.020 – 0.47 in)
Minimum bend radius1× material thickness (tighter on request)
General tolerance±0.1 mm on cut features; ±0.2 mm on bent dimensions
Bend angle accuracy±0.5° typical
MaterialsAluminum (5052, 6061), stainless (304, 316), mild steel (CRS, galvanized)
Maximum sheet sizeUp to 1,500 × 3,000 mm
Prototype lead time3–5 business days typical
File formatsSTEP, DXF/DWG flat pattern, PDF drawing with bend notes
Fabricated sheet metal parts in aluminum and stainless steel

Materials We Fabricate Every Day

Material choice drives bendability, corrosion resistance, and cost. Specify your grade or tell us the application — we'll recommend the right sheet stock and finish.

Aluminum

  • ? 5052-H32 (excellent formability)
  • ? 6061-T6 (structural panels)
  • ? Anodized-ready surfaces

Stainless & Steel

  • ? 304 / 316 stainless
  • ? Cold rolled mild steel (CRS)
  • ? Galvanized & pre-coated sheet

Post-fabrication finishes — powder coat, anodize, plating — coordinated in the same project. View full material library →

Industries We Support

Custom sheet metal for products where fit, airflow, and repeatability matter on every batch.

Electronics Enclosures

Rack-mount chassis, desktop housings, EMI-shielded panels, and vented covers with PEM hardware pre-installed.

Industrial Panels

Control cabinet doors, machine guarding, operator interfaces, and labeled front panels with cutouts for displays.

Server Racks

19-inch rack frames, mounting rails, cable management brackets, and sheet metal sub-assemblies for IT infrastructure.

HVAC Ducting

Custom duct sections, plenums, transition pieces, and galvanized fittings for commercial and industrial airflow systems.

How Your Sheet Metal Project Moves — Start to Ship

Transparent steps so you always know where your parts stand.

  1. 1

    Upload Drawings

    Send STEP, DXF flat pattern, or PDF with bend callouts. NDA available same day.

  2. 2

    Quote & DFM

    Detailed pricing with bend and cut feasibility notes within 2 hours.

  3. 3

    Nesting & Programming

    Optimized laser nests and press brake programs for material yield.

  4. 4

    Fabricate & QC

    Cut, bend, weld, and inspect critical dimensions against your drawing.

  5. 5

    Ship Worldwide

    DHL/FedEx express — door to door in 3–7 days.

★★★★★
"We've run 14 batches through SanFordCNC over 18 months. Parts are consistent, QC reports are detailed, and they never miss a committed ship date."
Andrea K.
Supply Chain Lead, German Medical OEM

Common Questions

What files do you need for a sheet metal quote? +

STEP (preferred for 3D), DXF flat pattern, or PDF drawing with material, thickness, bend directions, and hardware callouts. We can unfold from 3D if you don't have a flat pattern.

How do you handle bend deductions and k-factors? +

We apply material-specific k-factors validated against our press brake tooling. First-article dimensions are measured and adjusted before production release on repeat orders.

Can you weld and install PEM hardware? +

Yes. We offer TIG, MIG, and spot welding plus PEM stud, standoff, and nut insertion. Specify the hardware part numbers on your drawing or BOM.

What's the minimum order quantity? +

MOQ from 1 piece for prototypes. Production batches of 50–5,000+ units benefit from stored programs and lower per-part cost.

Ready to Start Your Project?

Upload your CAD files and get a detailed quote with DFM feedback within 2 hours. MOQ from 1 piece.

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