CUSTOM SHEET METAL FABRICATION
From prototypes to production assemblies, HordRT provides integrated laser cutting, bending, welding and surface finishing for custom sheet metal components.
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WHAT IS SHEET METAL FABRICATION?
Sheet metal fabrication transforms flat metal sheets into finished parts and assemblies through controlled cutting, forming, joining and finishing operations.
The process is widely used to manufacture enclosures, brackets, panels, chassis, cabinets and structural components. Because designs can be produced without complex production tooling, sheet metal fabrication supports fast prototyping, design changes and flexible production quantities.
Enclosures · Brackets · Panels · Chassis · Cabinets · Assemblies
Laser cutting, punching and shearing
Bending, rolling and press forming
Welding, riveting and fastening
Coating, plating and final inspection
SHEET METAL CAPABILITIES
Integrated laser cutting, bending, stamping and assembly capabilities for custom sheet metal prototypes and production components.
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CNC laser cutting produces detailed profiles, openings and contours from flat metal sheets with clean edges and consistent dimensional accuracy.
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CNC press brakes form flat sheets into accurate angles, flanges and profiles while maintaining reliable bend position and repeatability.
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Metal stamping uses controlled press operations and dedicated tooling to produce formed features and repeatable components efficiently.
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Welding, riveting, hardware insertion and mechanical fastening combine individual fabricated parts into complete assemblies.
SHEET METAL MATERIALS
Select from commonly used aluminum, steel, stainless steel and conductive alloys. Material selection is reviewed according to strength, weight, corrosion resistance, formability and cost.
FEATURED MATERIAL
A lightweight, corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy with excellent formability, making it a practical choice for bent enclosures, panels and general sheet metal components.
Electrical enclosures, equipment panels, brackets, housings, covers and lightweight structural components.
5052 · 6061 · 3003
304 · 316 · 430
CRS · HRPO · Carbon Steel
Zinc-Coated Steel Sheet
C101 · C110
C260 · C268
SURFACE FINISHING OPTIONS
Select from functional and cosmetic surface treatments to improve appearance, corrosion resistance, durability and electrical performance.
Natural material surface with fabrication marks cleaned and sharp edges deburred.
Fine media creates an even matte texture and reduces the visibility of minor fabrication marks.
Improves aluminum corrosion resistance and provides durable clear or colored surface options.
A durable colored coating offering consistent appearance and protection against corrosion and wear.
A chromate conversion coating that adds corrosion protection while maintaining conductivity.
Nickel, zinc and other plating options improve corrosion, conductivity, wear performance or appearance.
Coating thickness, masking areas, gloss level and appearance standards should be included with your CAD files and drawings.
PRECISION & QUALITY CONTROL
Critical dimensions, formed features, welded assemblies and cosmetic surfaces are reviewed throughout production to ensure parts meet the approved drawing and project requirements.
CONTROLLED MANUFACTURING
Sheet metal accuracy depends on material, thickness, feature geometry, bend sequence, welding heat input and final finishing. Our engineers review these factors before production and establish appropriate inspection points for critical requirements.
Critical dimensions, datums, tolerances and cosmetic surfaces are identified before fabrication.
Initial parts are checked to confirm dimensions, formed features, hardware and assembly fit.
Key characteristics are monitored during cutting, forming, welding and assembly.
Finished parts are reviewed for dimensions, appearance, finish quality and assembly requirements.
COMMON APPLICATIONS
From small mounting brackets to complete equipment housings, our fabrication capabilities support functional, durable and production-ready sheet metal components.
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Protective housings for electrical controls, power systems and sensitive electronic components.
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Structural platforms designed to support components, maintain alignment and provide mounting interfaces.
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Formed components used to locate, support and secure equipment, sensors and mechanical assemblies.
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Exterior and access panels featuring openings, ventilation, formed edges and installed hardware.
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Fabricated housings and cabinets for industrial machinery, automation and power-control equipment.
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Complete assemblies combining formed panels, brackets, hardware and welded structural components.
WHY SHEET METAL?
Sheet metal fabrication provides a practical balance of design flexibility, strength, production speed and cost for custom metal components.
From early prototypes to repeat production, parts can be cut, formed, joined and finished without the cost and lead time associated with complex production tooling.
Suitable for design validation, bridge production and ongoing manufacturing requirements.
Suitable for prototypes, small batches and repeat production without requiring high minimum order quantities.
Digital cutting and programmable forming reduce setup time and allow production to begin quickly after design approval.
Cutting, bending and joining support enclosures, brackets, panels, frames and complex multi-part assemblies.
Formed flanges, ribs and joined structures provide stiffness while maintaining efficient material use and lower weight.
Powder coating, anodizing, plating and other finishes improve appearance, protection and functional performance.
Efficient part nesting and controlled cutting help maximize sheet utilization and reduce unnecessary material waste.
Please send your 3D CAD file, relevant 2D drawings, preferred material, sheet thickness, required quantity, tolerances and surface-finish requirements. If some details are not confirmed, our engineers can recommend practical options.
We work with aluminum, stainless steel, mild steel, galvanized steel, copper and brass. Available grades and sheet thicknesses depend on the manufacturing process, part geometry and project requirements.
Our capabilities include laser cutting, CNC bending, stamping, welding, riveting, fastening, assembly and surface finishing. We support both individual components and completed sheet metal assemblies.
Tolerance depends on material, sheet thickness, part size, feature type and bend geometry. Critical dimensions are reviewed against the technical drawing before production to confirm achievable requirements.
Lead time depends on part complexity, material availability, quantity, assembly requirements and surface finishing. Simple laser-cut and bent prototypes can generally be completed faster than stamped or welded assemblies.
Yes. With no minimum order quantity, we support one-off prototypes, design iterations, bridge production and flexible low-volume manufacturing.
Depending on your project, we can provide CMM inspection, first article inspection and dimensional inspection reports for critical features.
