METAL FABRICATION SERVICES
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Custom Metal Fabrication
Custom metal fabrication involves designing and manufacturing metal parts or structures based on specific client requirements. This process includes cutting, bending, welding, and assembling metals to create unique products. It is ideal for both large-scale production and one-off prototypes.
Welding Services
Welding is the process of joining metal parts together using heat, pressure, or both. Common types of welding include MIG, TIG, Stick, and Arc welding. Our welding services are ideal for both structural and intricate components, providing strength and durability to any project.
Known for its precision, TIG welding is perfect for thin materials or high-quality, clean welds on stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals.
A more versatile and faster welding method, MIG welding is great for both thin and thick materials and is widely used in manufacturing and fabrication.
Also known as Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), stick welding is ideal for heavy-duty welding applications and is highly effective in outdoor or challenging environments.
Similar to MIG welding but uses a flux-cored wire to make it easier to weld in different conditions.
Laser Cutting
Laser cutting uses a focused laser beam to cut through metal with high precision. This process ensures clean, accurate cuts with minimal waste. It’s suitable for cutting a wide range of metals and is often used for intricate designs, prototypes, and small batch runs.
CNC Machining
CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining involves using computer-controlled machines to precisely cut, mill, and drill metals into specified shapes. It is highly efficient for high-precision tasks and is commonly used for manufacturing components with tight tolerances.
Plasma Cutting
Plasma cutting uses a high-speed jet of ionized gas to cut through metals. This method is efficient and cost-effective for cutting thicker materials compared to laser cutting. It’s suitable for projects that require both speed and precision.
Metal Bending and Forming
Metal bending and forming are processes where metal is shaped by applying force to create curves, angles, or custom forms. This can be done using press brakes, rollers, or other forming machines. It is ideal for parts such as pipes, beams, and brackets.
Metal Rolling
Metal rolling involves passing metal sheets through a pair of rollers to reduce the thickness or create specific shapes like cylinders, cones, or arcs. This service is perfect for producing curved or cylindrical metal pieces such as pipes, ducts, and rings.
Punching and Shearing
Punching is a process where holes are made in metal sheets using a punch press. Shearing involves cutting metal into sheets or strips with a shearing machine. Both services are ideal for creating holes, slits, or notches in large quantities with high precision.
Metal Casting
Metal casting involves pouring molten metal into molds to create a specific shape. This technique is commonly used for complex shapes that would be difficult or expensive to fabricate through other methods. It’s ideal for creating parts like engine blocks, gears, or sculptures.
Structural Steel Fabrication
Structural steel fabrication involves the creation of beams, columns, trusses, and other structural components from steel. It is crucial for building frameworks, bridges, and large infrastructure projects. This service ensures that the steel elements meet the required strength and safety standards.
Prototyping and Product Development
Prototyping is the creation of a preliminary model of a product to test design, functionality, and material properties. This service is ideal for inventors and designers looking to test a concept before full-scale production, helping to refine and perfect the final design.
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Sheet metal fabrication involves shaping metal sheets through processes such as cutting, bending, and welding. It is used for products such as enclosures, panels, and ductwork. This service provides flexibility in both custom and mass production of metal parts.
Powder Coating
Powder coating is a dry finishing process that applies a powdered paint to metal surfaces, which is then cured under heat to create a durable, uniform finish. This service is ideal for providing a high-quality finish that is resistant to scratching, fading, and corrosion.
Metal Machining
Metal machining involves removing material from a metal workpiece to create parts with specific dimensions and features. This process includes turning, milling, grinding, and drilling. It is used for high-precision parts and components in industries ranging from aerospace to medical devices.
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We lead the greater Des Moines area in metal fabrication with more than 10 years in custom steel fabricating and the most dedicated staff to serve your metal fabrication needs.
Des Moines Metal Fabricating is located on the east side of Des Moines on Broadway Avenue, south of I-80 between 2nd Ave and Hwy 69/E. 14th St.
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