Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication for Custom Metal Parts
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Overview
What is Sheet Metal Fabrication?
Sheet Metal Fabrication Capabilities
Laser Cutting
- Maximum Sheet Size: 3000mm × 1500mm (Large format: 6000mm × 2000mm)
- Thickness Range: 0.5mm to 12mm (material dependent)
- Cutting Accuracy: ±0.1mm
- Kerf Width: 0.1-0.3mm
- Minimum Feature Size: 1mm (1× material thickness)
- Edge Quality: Smooth, minimal dross
- Materials: Mild Steel (12mm), SS (10mm), Aluminum (8mm), Brass (6mm)
Bending & Forming
- Maximum Bend Length: 3000mm
- Maximum Force: 250 tons
- Bend Angle Range: 0° to 180°
- Bend Accuracy: ±0.5mm, ±0.5° angular accuracy
- Minimum Flange: 3× material thickness + bend radius
- Capabilities: Up/down bending, offset bends, hemming, box forming
- Maximum Thickness: MS (8mm), SS (6mm), AL (6mm), Brass (5mm)
Welding & Joining
- TIG Welding (GTAW): SS, Aluminum, Brass | 0.5-6mm | High precision
- MIG Welding (GMAW): MS, SS | 1-12mm | Strong, fast welds
- Spot Welding: All metals | 0.5-3mm | Clean, no filler
- Assembly: Riveting, self-clinching fasteners (PEM), adhesive bonding
- AWS Certified Welders
- Weld Quality: Visual inspection and dye-penetrant testing
Surface Finishing
- Mild Steel: Powder coating (any RAL), zinc/nickel/chrome plating, e-coating
- Stainless Steel: Brushed (#4), mirror polished (#8), passivation, electropolishing
- Aluminum: Anodizing Type II (clear/black/colors), Type III hard coat, powder coating
- Brass: Polishing, brushed finish, lacquer coating, antique finish
- Standard: Deburring (included), mill finish (no cost)
Available Materials for Sheet Metal Fabrication
1Mild Steel (MS)
2Stainless Steel (SS)
3Aluminum Alloys
Quality Assurance
- Manufacturability analysis before production
- Mill test certificates for all materials
- Complete dimensional check on first part
- Quality monitoring during cutting and bending
- Dimensional inspection with precision tools
- Visual and dye-penetrant weld testing
- Coating thickness and adhesion verification
- 100% inspection before packaging
Lead Time & Delivery
Design Guidelines for Sheet Metal
Optimize your design for manufacturability and cost-effectiveness
Automated Analysis
Download our complete Sheet Metal Design Guidelines PDF for detailed specifications
When to Choose Sheet Metal vs Other Processes
Choose Sheet Metal Fabrication For
- Enclosures, boxes, and housings
- Brackets and mounting plates
- Large flat or formed components
- Parts requiring welded assemblies
- Production quantities (10-10,000 units)
- Cost-effective structural components
- Parts with large surface areas
Choose CNC Machining For
- Thick, solid parts requiring material removal
- Complex 3D geometries and contours
- Tight tolerances (±0.025mm)
- High-strength solid components
- Parts requiring threads and precision holes
Choose 3D Printing For
- Rapid prototyping (1-5 units)
- Complex organic geometries
- Internal channels and structures
- Ultra-low volume (<10 units)
- Design iteration and testing
Why Choose Partwork for Sheet Metal Fabrication?
Complete Fabrication Services
Cutting, bending, welding, finishing - all under one roof. No coordination hassles between multiple vendors.
Fast Turnaround
Parts delivered in 3-12 days with expedited options available. One of the fastest in India.
Transparent Pricing
Instant online quotes based on material, processes, and quantity. No hidden costs or surprises.
Expert Engineering Support
Manufacturing engineers review designs for cost optimization and manufacturability before production.
End-to-End Service
From raw sheet to finished assembly with coating - we handle everything including logistics.
Quality Guaranteed
100% quality assurance with ISO-certified fabrication partners and AWS certified welders.
Volume Flexibility
From single prototypes to production runs of 10,000+ units. No minimum order quantity.
Made in India
Supporting Indian manufacturing with nationwide delivery and local customer support.
Traditional vs Partwork Advantage
| Feature | Traditional Process | Partwork Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Quote Time | 2-5 days, multiple vendors | Instant online quote in minutes |
| Vendor Coordination | Separate vendors for cutting, bending, welding, coating | Complete fabrication under one roof |
| Lead Time | 15-30 days with coordination delays | 3-12 days end-to-end |
| Minimum Order | Often 50-100 units minimum | No minimum - single prototypes accepted |
| Quality Assurance | Varies by vendor | ISO-certified partners, standardized QC |
| Design Support | Limited or additional cost | Free manufacturability review included |
| Pricing Transparency | Opaque, negotiation-based | Transparent instant pricing |
| Material Certificates | May require additional cost | Included at no cost |
From Prototype to Production
Seamlessly scale from prototype to production without changing processes or suppliers. Same quality, same partner, predictable pricing at every volume.
- 1Single prototypes for design validation
- 10Low volume production (10-100 units)
- ∞Medium volume batches (100-1,000 units)
- ∞High volume production (1,000-10,000+ units)
Industries We Serve
Frequently Asked Questions
We accept DXF, DWG for 2D flat patterns, and STEP/STP for 3D models. If you provide 3D models, we'll develop flat patterns for you at no additional cost.
Standard lead time is 7-10 days. Express service available for 3-5 days for simple parts. Parts requiring coating take 10-12 days total.
No minimum order quantity. We handle single prototypes to production volumes of 10,000+ units seamlessly.
Yes, we can bend mild steel up to 8mm, stainless steel up to 6mm, and aluminum up to 6mm. Thicker materials available on request with specialized equipment.
Yes, mill test certificates (MTC) are available for all materials upon request at no additional cost. Essential for aerospace and medical applications.
No, dissimilar metals cannot be welded directly due to metallurgical incompatibility. Consider mechanical fastening, adhesive bonding, or bimetallic transition joints.
Our welders are certified to AWS D1.1 (Structural Steel), AWS D1.2 (Aluminum), and ASME standards. We can weld to your specified standards and provide documentation.
Yes, we can integrate hinges, latches, handles, and other hardware. Specify your requirements or we can recommend standard commercial options.
Yes, we offer complete assembly including hardware installation, riveting, PEM fasteners, and multi-part welded assemblies. We can deliver fully assembled products.
Standard laser cutting bed is 3000×1500mm. Large format up to 6000×2000mm available for specialized projects. Larger parts can be fabricated in sections and welded.
Yes, our engineering team can create CAD files from sketches, but providing CAD files ensures accuracy and faster turnaround. Sketch-to-CAD service available for additional fee.
Yes, we offer powder coating in any RAL color. Custom color matching available for additional cost. Minimum quantity may apply for special custom colors not in our standard inventory.
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