Sheet Metal Parts
Your Professional Sheet Metal Parts Supplier
Founded in June 2018, Wuhu Aochuang Electrical Equipment Co., Ltd. is a national high-tech enterprise based in Wuhu City, Anhui Province, China, specializing in electrical machinery and equipment manufacturing. With a registered capital of 10 million RMB, Supported by an experienced engineering and production team, the factory operates complete in-house production lines, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, assembly, and commissioning. With patented laser-processing technologies and structured production management, the company provides stable, consistent, and customizable manufacturing solutions for industrial control and power distribution applications.
Why choose us
Our Certificate
Our company holds ISO9001 certification, ensuring strict quality management and reliable products that meet global standards.
Service Advantages
We provide full-service support, including pre-sales customization, in-sales quality control, and after-sales maintenance for worry-free cooperation.
Technological Innovation
Empowered by 2 independent patented technologies, our company leads in laser processing and precision sheet metal manufacturing, ensuring cutting-edge product quality and customization capabilities.
Customized services
The company supplies standard electrical cabinets and also offers custom products based on customer drawings and samples to meet different project needs.
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Sheet metal fabrication is the process of turning flat sheets of steel or aluminium into metal structures or products, by cutting, punching, folding and assembling. Sheet metal can be cut, bent or stretched into nearly any shape, which is generally done by cutting and burning the metal.Special tools, such as band saws and chops saws, can also be used in the sheet metal fabrication process. These ensure even cutting throughout the process. Cutting torches are capable of cutting large sections of sheet metal with minimal effort.
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Material |
Carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper, etc. |
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Finishing |
Brushing, polishing, anodizing, powder coating, painting, plating, screen printing, sandblasting, etc. |
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Process |
Laser cutting, precision stamping, bending, CNC punching, threading, riveting, drilling, welding, etc. |
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Drawing |
Jpg/.pdf/.dxf/.dwg/.igs./.stp/x_t. etc. |
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Test |
CMM, digital height gauge, caliper, coordinate measuring machine, projector, roughness tester, hardness tester, etc. |
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Delivery |
10-15 days for the sample, 35-40 days for the bulk order. |
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Packaging |
Plywood pallet, plywood box, or as per your requirements. |
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Inspection |
IQC, IPQC, FQC, QA. |
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Service |
Fast and friendly response service provided by professionals. Export sales team with many years of experience in managing exports to the United States, Europe, Japan and other countries and regions. |
Benefits of Sheet Metal Fabrication
Strong & Durable
When looked after well, metal fabrications can last many years without needing to be replaced, making them great for projects that require long-term durability.
Versatile
It can be used for a wide range of different-sized projects, making them a valuable asset for many businesses as well as for individuals.
Easily maintained
Metal fabrications are not susceptible to rust or corrosion and are resistant to fire and heat, making the process great for industrial and commercial settings.
Types of Sheet Metal Fabrication
Aluminium: Used for automotive parts, electrical devices, and cooking vessels. Offering numerous benefits including a good strength-to-weight ratio, and high conductivity.
Aluminised steel: This metal combines the high strength of carbon steel with aluminium’s superior corrosion resistance. Sheets of aluminised steel are used for products intended for high-temperature environments, such as kitchen appliances.
Carbon steel: Carbon steel is used in the industrial and consumer markets for a range of products. It is a steel alloy that contains carbon, resulting in the material increasing in hardness and strength when it undergoes heat treatment.
Copper: Examples of products made from copper are sinks, roofs, rain gutters, and doors. Copper features higher electrical and thermal conductivity in comparison to aluminium but can be more expensive.
Galvanised steel: Sheets of galvanised steel tend to be used for making automobile bodies, water pipes, fences, roofs, and staircases. It is made by coating steel with zinc through a hot dipping process, helping to make it more corrosion-resistant.
High-strength steel: Military armour plates tend to be made from sheets of high-strength steel. The material is produced by alloying steel with a range of elements such as carbon, manganese, and copper. This helps to improve its hardness.
Stainless steel: Used for kitchen vessels, storage tanks for chemicals and food processing machinery. Stainless steel offers superior corrosion resistance, fire and heat resistance, strength-to-weight ratio, and manufacturability.
Titanium: Typical products made from titanium include aviation parts, medical equipment, and construction elements. It is primarily used for its high strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance. It is also recyclable.
Kiosks, vending machines & enclosures
Vending machines and kiosks bring in significant revenue for many customer-facing companies – for example, gyms and leisure centres. This is why care needs to be taken in their construction.
Construction & Security
The construction and security sectors use the application of sheet metal fabrication for products such as security doors, guard rails, security grills and bespoke security enclosures.
Retail
Creating appealing visual merchandise, as well as product displays, in the retail sector requires sheet metal fabrication.
Science, medical & food
Particularly the scientific, medical and food industries utilise sheet metal fabrication to create products found in commercial and industrial kitchens such as worktop surfaces, storage units, and sinks.
Transportation
The transportation sector uses thousands of different products made using metal fabrication. For example, emergency vehicles rely on sheet metal fabrication for the construction of products such as glove-box enclosures, side steps, door-handle mounts, and steel surrounds for tail-lift doors.
How to Choose Sheet Metal Fabrication
Functionality
What the part will be used for (load-bearing, decorative, etc.)
Corrosion Resistance
Essential for outdoor or high-humidity sheet metal applications.
Weight
Lighter materials are ideal for aerospace and transportation.
Cost
Balancing performance and budget.
Formability
Some metals are easier to bend and form without cracking.
Finish Requirements
Some projects may need painting, coating, or polishing.
How the Sheet Metal Fabrication Process Works
Design
The design stage is where the groundwork for the project is laid out. Designers will usually create initial sketches or 2D/3D models of the product, which may be done using computer-aided design (CAD) software or by hand.
Cutting
Laser cutting is typically the first step in the manufacturing process. Laser cutting is one of the most precise ways of cutting sheet metal as the lasers are able to follow the programmed design and cut through the material accurately.
Bending
The bending process is known as CNC folding and is a practice that can be completed using a variety of machines. For example, a manual press brake or automated panel bending machine.
Forming
The forming process bends or deforms the material into the required shape. Different from cutting, which subtracts the material, forming actually reshapes the material without decreasing any of its mass.
Welding
There are a variety of welding techniques that can be used when working with sheet metal, including MIG welding, TIG welding, robotic MIG welding and spot welding.
Finishing
Finishing is the last step when preparing metal products for use and makes products more resistant to corrosion, adding another layer of durability. It also helps make the surfaces look appealing.
Assembly
In a sheet metal fabrication project, assembly refers to the assembling of the required products before they are packaged and delivered to where they need to be.
Tools and Equipment Needed for Sheet Metal Fabrication
Fittings: These are crucial for joining and connecting individual sheet metal pieces, ensuring a secure and functional assembly.
Plate Metal: This type of metal is often used as a base or core structural component in many sheet metal projects, providing foundational strength and stability.
Castings: Adding castings to a sheet metal design can boost its overall strength or introduce specific features that are hard to achieve with sheet metal alone.
Formed and Expanded Metal: Perfect for items like outdoor furniture, this material is designed to allow water to drain easily, preventing pooling.
Flat Metal: This can be integrated into fabricated designs to add visual interest or unique textures, as it's great for shaping and adding fine details.
Sectional Metals: Used for creating divisions or frameworks, these come in various profiles like L-beams, Z-sections, rods, and bars.
Welding Wire: Depending on the welding technique, you'll need the correct welding wire or filler metal. Common examples include MIG wire, TIG rods, and electrode wires used in arc welding, each suited for different processes and materials.
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