Sheet metal is used in many different Industries from big automotive or aerospace objects to small that can best suit your requirements?

The manufacturing processes differ when it comes to specific requirements of a client. You need to consider what type of material the fabricator can work with as there are many kinds of sheet metals, i.e. brass, steel, aluminum, brass, copper and many others each requiring different processes of fabrication.

Do they make use of the right machinery for working on different metals and can they perform all the processes needed for your end product such as drilling, punching, forming, welding and cutting? And most importantly, the finishing processes that involves painting or blasting. A company that ensure they are in line with modern fabrication techniques and are equipped with the latest cutting-edge technology is a sure sign that they are serious about providing efficient and exceptional quality fabricated products.

When you need fabrication of a few pieces, then it’s generally not an issue but what are the company’s capability to produce bulk orders within a certain time frame.

The infrastructure of sheet metal fabricators is crucial, but you’ll also want a company with tradespeople that have a certain measure of experience and talent to do the work you require. They must be familiar with issues such as safety regulations, codes and industry standards. It will be good to find out how long the company has been trading in the metal fabrication industry and if they can provide you with information about past projects, especially since some fabricators specialize in the fabrication of certain sized objects.

Does the company employ an adequate number of workers to allow them to finish a big project and are the employees trained and skilled to provide you with exceptional service?

Make sure you compare quotes from a few fabricators and that you receive a comprehensive quote that contain costing of all areas of the fabrication process and that there are no hidden costs.

It is highly recommended to find out the location of the company and which areas they service and are their facilities in line with the type of project you need to be completed. It’s no use making use of a company that does not have space or capacity to finish your project.

The first part of the project is only one small part of the process. It is always better to do business with a fabricator that is equipped to do the finishing (blasting, painting etc.) as opposed to one that subcontracts the finishing stage. 

The sheet metal fabricator must be aware of quality standards relating to sheet metal fabrication and must hold relevant certifications to provide their clients with exceptional quality irrespective of the size of the project.

It’s always recommended that you obtain references and check out rating sites to determine whether this company has received excellent ratings from others.