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  • Sheet Metal Fabrication Service

    Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication for Prototypes and Production

Trustbridge offers world-class sheet metal fabrication services through a global network of certified partners. Whether you're building early-stage prototypes or scaling to full production, our platform intelligently matches your project with suppliers that specialize in cutting, bending, forming, and welding sheet metal to your exact specifications.

With in-house engineering support and access to advanced equipment — from fiber lasers to CNC brakes and robotic welders — we ensure consistent quality, fast lead times, and turnkey production for parts that demand strength, precision, and scalability.

What Tolerances Can You Expect?

Sheet metal tolerances depend on material, thickness, and process, but our network consistently delivers:

  • Cutting Tolerances: ±0.005–0.010 in (±0.13–0.25 mm) typical for laser and waterjet
  • Bending Tolerances: ±1° and ±0.010–0.030 in depending on flange length and material
  • Hole/Punch Accuracy: ±0.005–0.010 in for CNC punching
  • Welding & Assembly Fit-Up: Designed for tight alignment; post-weld machining optional
  • Surface Finish: As-fabricated, bead blasted, brushed, anodized, powder coated, painted

Tight tolerances or cosmetic surfaces? Our engineers will guide material and tooling decisions accordingly.


Materials We Support in Sheet Metal Fabrication

We work with a wide variety of metals, finishes, and gauges to meet diverse performance needs:

  • Aluminum: 5052, 6061, 7075
  • Steel: CRS, HRS, A36, 1018, 4140
  • Stainless Steel: 304, 316, 430
  • Copper and Brass: C110, C260
  • Galvanized & Galvannealed Steel
  • Titanium (limited partners)

Standard gauges range from 22ga to 10ga, with thicker materials available for plate work.

Technologies in Our Sheet Metal Network

Trustbridge suppliers leverage advanced fabrication methods to deliver tight-tolerance, high-performance parts:

  • Laser Cutting (CO₂ & Fiber): High-speed precision for complex geometries
  • Waterjet Cutting: Cold cutting for thicker metals and heat-sensitive materials
  • Plasma Cutting: Fast, efficient cutting for thicker plates
  • CNC Punching: Fast hole patterns, louvers, and countersinks
  • Bending & Forming: CNC press brakes, rollers, and panel benders
  • Welding: MIG, TIG, spot, and robotic welding for clean structural bonds
  • Assembly & Fastening: PEM insertion, riveting, tapping, hardware installation
  • Finishing Services: Powder coating, anodizing, e-coating, painting, and silk screening

We match your requirements to the right mix of processes for speed, cost, and performance.


Industries We Serve

Sheet metal fabrication is the backbone of many industries. We support:

  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Automotive & Transportation
  • Medical Equipment & Enclosures
  • Industrial Automation & Robotics
  • Energy, HVAC, and Infrastructure
  • Construction Equipment & Agricultural Machinery

Our partners are equipped to meet aesthetic, structural, and regulatory standards in your industry.

Our Global Supplier Network

Trustbridge connects you with sheet metal specialists around the world:

  • 300+ fabrication shops across North America, Europe, and Asia
  • Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS9100, IATF 16949, ITAR
  • Rapid-turn U.S. shops for prototyping and short runs
  • Scalable overseas capacity for cost-effective volume production
  • Integrated finishing and assembly under one roof at select partners

We validate each supplier’s capabilities, quality systems, and past project success before onboarding.

Case Study Highlight

Customer: Commercial Drone Manufacturer
Service: Sheet Metal Cutting + Bending + Powder Coating
Challenge: Needed 1,200 custom aluminum chassis components in 3 weeks
Solution: Trustbridge matched the customer with a U.S.-based laser cutting and bending shop with in-house powder coating
Result: All parts delivered in 13 business days, passing both structural and cosmetic inspection

“Trustbridge streamlined our supply chain and eliminated weeks of coordination across vendors. One PO, full visibility, zero delays.”
Director of Ops, Drone Manufacturer



Why Choose Trustbridge?

1. Designed for Real-World Manufacturing (DFM-First Approach)

Most design firms operate like architects—we operate like builders.
We don’t just sketch ideas; we design products that are actually ready to be manufactured. Our team specializes in Design for Manufacturing (DFM), applying deep knowledge of materials, processes, tolerances, and cost drivers from the very beginning. The result? Designs that move seamlessly into production—faster, cheaper, and with fewer headaches.

2. Built-In Access to a Global Manufacturing Network

Most design houses stop at the CAD file—we take you to the finish line.
Trustbridge is uniquely embedded within a global network of trusted manufacturing partners. Whether it’s CNC machining, injection molding, 3D printing, or casting, we know the vendors who can do the work—and we introduce you directly. No gatekeeping. No middlemen. No production black box

3. A Strategic Partner, Not Just a Design Vendor

We’re not order takers—we're problem solvers.
We collaborate with your team to optimize function, manufacturability, and cost from the outset. Whether you're an early-stage startup or an enterprise engineering team, our agile, expert-led design process keeps your project moving forward with speed and precision.



Frequently Asked Questions

What’s your minimum and maximum sheet thickness?

We typically support 22ga to 10ga, but can go as thin as 30ga and as thick as 1 in. (25 mm) for plate-based projects.

Can you provide assembled or finished enclosures?

Yes — we offer tapping, fastener insertion, spot welding, and full powder coating/painting.

How fast can I get parts?

Prototypes in 3–5 days; full production in as little as 7–10 days depending on complexity.

Can I combine sheet metal with machined or molded parts?

Absolutely — we regularly manage multi-process projects involving CNC, injection molding, and casting alongside sheet metal.