Sheet Metal Fabrication Services

SHEET METAL
FABRICATION
SERVICES

Precision sheet metal fabrication for prototypes and production volumes, with laser and waterjet cutting, CNC bending, welding, custom enclosures, complex assemblies, tight tolerances, excellent edge quality, and personalized engineering support for flexible production requirements.

What is Sheet Metal Fabrication?

Sheet metal fabrication is a manufacturing process that transforms flat metal sheets into functional parts and assemblies through cutting, bending, welding, and finishing operations. It is widely used to produce enclosures, brackets, panels, chassis, frames, and structural components with high precision, strength, and design flexibility.

This process is highly efficient for both rapid prototyping and production volumes, offering excellent cost-effectiveness, short lead times, and consistent quality.

At Imago, we combine advanced equipment with deep process expertise to deliver reliable sheet metal parts tailored to your specific requirements.

Our Sheet Metal Fabrication Capabilities

From precision cutting and bending to welding and complete enclosure fabrication, our sheet metal capabilities support prototypes, low-volume production, and complex industrial assemblies.

Precision Cutting

Laser Cutting

Laser cutting uses a high-powered laser beam to precisely cut metal sheets into complex shapes with excellent edge quality and tight tolerances. It is ideal for intricate patterns, high accuracy, and clean finishes.

Key Capabilities:

Carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and brass

Carbon steel thickness up to 25 mm

Stainless steel & aluminum up to 15 mm

Repeatability ±0.05 mm

Typical cutting tolerance ±0.2 mm

Maximum part size up to 1.5 m × 3 m

Advantages: High precision, clean edges, minimal secondary finishing, and excellent suitability for complex geometries.

CNC Forming

Metal Bending

Metal bending (press brake / CNC bending) deforms sheet metal into precise angles and shapes such as V, U, or channel profiles without significantly altering material thickness.

Key Capabilities:

High-tonnage bending capability

Bend angle tolerance: ±1°

Bend radius typically equal to material thickness

Industrial bending length and thickness support

Advantages: Creates strong, functional forms from a single piece, reduces welding and assembly steps, and delivers high repeatability.

Cold Cutting

Waterjet Cutting

Waterjet cutting is a cold-cutting process that uses a high-pressure water stream mixed with abrasive media. It produces clean edges without heat-affected zones, making it ideal for materials sensitive to thermal distortion.

Key Advantages:

No heat-affected zone

Clean edges with minimal burrs

Thick materials up to 150 mm depending on material

Metals, plastics, composites, glass, and more

Ideal For: Aerospace components, medical parts, thick metals, and materials where heat distortion must be avoided.

Profile Cutting

Tube Laser Cutting

Tube laser cutting uses a focused laser to precisely cut tubes, pipes, and structural profiles in a single operation. It can create complex features, holes, contours, and joints efficiently.

Key Capabilities:

Round tubes: 10–240 mm diameter

Square / rectangular tubes up to 200 × 200 mm

Maximum length up to 6,000 mm

Wall thickness: 0.5–12 mm

Tolerance up to ±0.1 mm

Advantages: Fewer fabrication steps, faster lead times, improved assembly accuracy, and lower total cost compared with traditional methods.

Metal Assembly

Welding Services

We offer professional welding services including MIG, TIG, spot welding, and other methods to create strong, durable assemblies.

Key Capabilities:

Aluminum, stainless steel, carbon steel, and other metals

Material thickness typically 0.5–20 mm

Enclosures, frames, brackets, chassis, and assemblies

Controlled processes to minimize distortion

Quality Focus: In-process inspection, proper fixturing, and post-weld verification ensure dimensional accuracy and structural integrity.

Custom Fabrication

Custom Enclosures

We specialize in custom metal enclosures for electrical, electronic, and industrial applications. These protective housings are fabricated using laser cutting, bending, welding, and finishing processes.

Key Features:

Electrical cabinets and control panels

Industrial housings and electronic enclosures

Various protection levels and functional requirements

Aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel

Integrated mounting features and cutouts

Complete cutting, bending, welding, and finishing support

Materials for Sheet Metal Fabrication

We work with a wide range of metals optimized for strength, formability, corrosion resistance, and cost. Our engineering team helps you select the most suitable material based on your part’s functional, environmental, and aesthetic requirements.

Common Materials:

Aluminum 5052, 5083, 6061, etc. — Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and excellent strength-to-weight ratio.

Stainless Steel SUS 304 and others — High corrosion resistance and excellent strength.

Carbon Steel / Mild Steel SPCC, Q235, etc. — Strong and cost-effective for structural parts.

Galvanized Steel Excellent corrosion resistance with a protective zinc coating.

Copper & Brass High conductivity and excellent formability; thickness limitations may apply.

Surface Finishes: Powder coating, anodizing, plating, and painting are available to meet functional and aesthetic needs.

Design Considerations & Capabilities

Sheet Metal Fabrication Design Considerations and Capabilities

Successful sheet metal parts start with good design. Key considerations include:

Material thickness and formability

Bend radius (typically equal to or greater than material thickness)

Bend angle tolerance (±1° typical)

Hole-to-edge and bend-to-feature distances

Cutting tolerances (±0.2 mm typical for laser cutting)

Welding accessibility and distortion control

Surface finish and post-processing requirements

Our experienced engineers review every project and provide practical recommendations to improve manufacturability, reduce cost, and ensure consistent quality.

Our Sheet Metal Fabrication Process

Submit your project requirements and files

Engineering review and process/material recommendations (manual expert assessment)

Detailed quotation and realistic lead time

Cutting, bending, welding, and assembly

Surface finishing and secondary operations as required

Quality inspection and documentation

Packaging and on-time delivery

You will have a dedicated point of contact throughout the project for clear communication and updates.

Applications & Industries

Sheet Metal Fabrication Applications and Industries

Our sheet metal fabrication services support a wide range of industries and applications, including:

Electrical & Electronic Enclosures Custom cabinets, control panels, housings, and protective enclosures

Industrial Equipment & Cabinets Machine cabinets, equipment panels, frames, and industrial housings

Automotive Brackets & Structural Components Precision brackets, panels, supports, chassis, and structural parts

Robotics & Automation Frames Frames, guards, brackets, mounting structures, and automation assemblies

Aerospace & Defense Parts Lightweight precision components, brackets, housings, and structural parts

Medical Equipment Housings Precision housings, panels, cabinets, and equipment enclosures

Architectural & Custom Metalwork Custom panels, covers, frames, decorative components, and fabricated structures

Common parts include enclosures, chassis, panels, brackets, frames, ducts, and complex welded assemblies.

Why Choose Us for Sheet Metal Fabrication

Our sheet metal fabrication services combine manufacturing experience, engineering expertise, quality control, and reliable production support to help bring your metal products to market efficiently.

19+ years of experience in precision manufacturing and international supply chain management

Deep expertise in Shenzhen’s world-class tooling and manufacturing ecosystem — enabling fast production and stable supply

True partnership approach — we act as an extension of your team rather than a transactional supplier

Personalized engineering support with proactive communication

Strong focus on quality, reliability, and long-term value

Flexible production volumes from prototypes to low-volume runs with clear scalability

Transparent processes and reliable on-time delivery

SHEET METAL
FABRICATION
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What is Sheet Metal Fabrication?