Heavy Metal Fabrication

At Zetwerk, our heavy metal fabrication capabilities set us apart as leaders in the industry. Leveraging advanced technology and extensive expertise, we deliver precision-engineered solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients across various sectors.

Capabilities

Our state-of-the-art facilities are equipped with cutting-edge machinery and tools, allowing us to handle a diverse range of materials including steel, aluminum, and other heavy metals. We specialize in fabricating components with plate thicknesses ranging from 10 mm to 50 mm and beyond, ensuring robustness and durability for the most demanding applications.

Sheet metal is typically below 4 mm in thickness, while metal fabrication between 6mm and 10mm is considered medium metal fabrication. Light fabrication encompasses smaller, detailed items and more than 10 mm is so-called heavy metal fabrication.

SUPERIOR STRENGTH AND PRECISION WITH OUR HEAVY METAL FABRICATION SERVICES

Our skilled team uses cutting-edge technology to craft durable, high-quality components tailored to your exact specifications.

Whether you need custom pieces, large-scale production, or specialized fabrication, we deliver excellence that meets the highest industry standards.

Key Materials

We utilize a wide range of materials to meet various industrial requirements:

Hot Rolled Steels

Quenched and Tempered Steels

Abrasion-Resistant Steels

Stainless Steel

Mild Steel

Aluminum

Production Process

Our comprehensive production process includes:

Design for Manufacturability (DFM): Reviewing designs for ease of manufacturing and ensuring technical feasibility.

Material Qualification: Ensuring materials meet the required specifications through rigorous testing and validation.

Process Planning: Developing detailed process flow diagrams and Production Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Fixture Design: Creating welding and machining fixtures to ensure precise and consistent fabrication.

Quality Control: Implementing thorough inspections at every stage, from material receipt to final assembly, using methods such as visual inspection, ultrasonic testing, and CMM measurements.

Industries Served

Our heavy metal fabrication services cater to a wide array of industries, including:

Construction Equipment

Agriculture Equipment

Material Handling

Earth Moving
Equipment

Forestry and Land
Clearing

Quality Assurance

Quality is at the core of our operations. We adhere to stringent quality control measures and hold several industry certifications, including adherence to American Welding Society (AWS) standards and ISO certifications. Our quality assurance process involves:

Material Verification: Ensuring the correct grade and thickness of materials.
Weld Inspection: Using methods like ultrasonic testing (UT), penetrant testing (PT), and magnetic particle testing (MT).
Dimensional Checks: Conducting thorough measurements using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and other precision tools.

Innovation and Future Prospects

Innovation drives our continuous improvement. We regularly invest in the latest technology and training for our team, ensuring that we stay ahead in the fabrication industry. Our future plans include expanding our capabilities and exploring new fabrication techniques to better serve our clients.

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THE ZETWERK MANUFACTURING DIFFERENCE

Zetwerk provides a full suite of manufacturing services focused on reducing turnaround time and improving efficiency and value. Zetwerk delivers projects that are more cost effective and are brought to market sooner.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Zetwerk offers project management throughout the manufacturing extrusion process. After you create a PO, our team will guide you through each step. They will keep you up-to-date with the information you need to monitor production and share project information with internal stakeholders.

TOOLING DESIGN

Tooling design is an optimization step that can improve speed when manufacturing aluminum extrusions. The tooling’s design considers manufacturing tolerances and typical wear from usage.

Optimizing tooling is an often overlooked step when processing extrusions. Adding this step into the manufacturing process saves critical time during process development and ensures the tooling will meet your project’s needs.

FAIR APPROVAL

A first-article inspection report (FAIR) is a part of any robust product development program. It is also critical to conduct detailed inspections to avoid out-of-tolerance components and rework for extruded parts. Zetwerk’s process incorporates this essential step, giving you complete confidence in the parts you receive.

MANAGED INVENTORY FOR JIT

Global events of the early 2020s have demonstrated the importance of inventory management and supply chain resiliency. The traditional approach to JIT strains your ability to react to market or order fluctuations. Having a globally connected supply partner is an effective way to build resiliency and multi-source supply.

GET A QUOTE FOR HEAVY METAL FABRICATION

Zetwerk is your one-stop solution for complete end-to-end contract manufacturing and distribution. We provide:

Unlimited manufacturing capacity decreases risk and improves your ability to respond to demand fluctuations.
Global raw material sourcing to protect cost and supplier resiliency.
Secondary processing, including anodizing, powder coating, and CNC machining.
Assembly, packaging, and distribution.
Quality control – AS 9100D & ISO 9001:2015 certified.
Vendor managed inventory to optimize material availability.
Supply chain management for efficient raw material conversion.
Project management for a hands-free experience, with weekly updates for project and timing accountability.

Experience the difference Zetwerk makes in your manufacturing process. Request a quote today for heavy metal fabrication or any other manufactured component.

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