In-House Fabrication Capabilities
Custom metal fabrication for gates, fencing, and related components.
5402 184th St E, Puyallup, WA 98375
Our fabrication shop produces custom gates, frames, brackets, and components to specification. In-house capability means quality control and schedule flexibility.
What We Do
- Custom gate frame fabrication
- Ornamental pickets and panels
- Hinge and pivot assemblies
- Mounting brackets and hardware
- Structural components
- Repair fabrication for damaged elements
Best Fit For
- Custom gate projects with specific designs
- Projects requiring non-standard components
- Repairs needing matched replacement parts
- Architects and designers with custom specifications
- Contractors needing fabrication support
How We Deliver
- Shop drawing review and approval
- Material selection and procurement
- CNC cutting and forming when applicable
- Welding by certified welders
- Dimensional inspection
- Preparation for coating or galvanizing
Standards & Compliance
- AWS D1.1 structural welding
- Material certifications (MTR)
- Dimensional tolerances per drawings
- Weld inspection and documentation
Why In-House Fabrication Matters
Controlling fabrication means controlling quality and schedule. When we build gates and components in our own shop, we control every detail, material selection, weld quality, dimensional accuracy, and finish preparation. Nothing leaves until it meets our standards.
In-house fabrication also means schedule flexibility. We can respond to urgent needs, adjust to design changes, and coordinate timing with installation schedules. Outside vendors introduce variables we cannot control. Our shop eliminates those variables.
Cost efficiency comes from eliminating middle-man markup and reducing transportation. We buy materials direct, fabricate in our own facility, and deliver to the job site. The savings pass to our customers without sacrificing quality.
Shop Capabilities
Our fabrication shop handles the full range of fence and gate metalwork. We cut, form, weld, and finish steel and aluminum in sizes from small ornamental pickets to heavy industrial gate frames. The equipment and skilled trades needed to do this work right are under one roof.
Cutting capabilities include saws, plasma, and shear for different applications and material thicknesses. Forming equipment handles bends, curves, and shapes required for gates and decorative elements. Welding stations accommodate everything from thin ornamental material to heavy structural sections.
Beyond cutting and welding, we drill, tap, punch, and otherwise prepare components for assembly and hardware mounting. Gates leave our shop ready for installation, holes drilled, hardware attached, and finish applied.
- Plasma and saw cutting to precise dimensions
- Forming and bending for frames and decorative elements
- MIG, TIG, and stick welding as appropriate
- Drilling, punching, and tapping for hardware prep
- Full assembly before finishing
Materials We Work With
Steel is our primary material for gates and heavy-duty components. We work with tube, pipe, angle, flat bar, and plate in various thicknesses. Mild steel takes paint and powder coat well. Galvanized steel offers corrosion resistance for certain applications.
Aluminum serves applications where weight matters or corrosion resistance is critical. We fabricate aluminum gates and components, though the welding techniques differ from steel. Aluminum can be anodized or powder coated for finish.
We also work with stainless steel for specialized applications requiring maximum corrosion resistance. Stainless fabrication requires different techniques and equipment, but we have the capability when specifications require it.
Welding Quality
Welding is where fabrication succeeds or fails. Poor welds create weak points, ugly appearance, and coating failures. We take welding seriously, it is a skilled trade that requires proper training, technique, and equipment.
Different applications require different welding processes. MIG welding handles most structural work efficiently. TIG welding provides the control and appearance needed for ornamental work and aluminum. Our welders select the right process for each application.
Weld preparation matters as much as the weld itself. Clean material, proper fit-up, and correct joint design produce strong, clean welds. We grind, clean, and prepare joints before welding. Post-weld cleanup removes spatter and prepares surfaces for coating.
Dimensional Accuracy
Gates must fit their openings. A gate fabricated to wrong dimensions requires field modification or refabrication,both expensive and time-consuming. We verify dimensions before cutting and check assemblies before finishing.
We work from verified field measurements, not assumed dimensions. Openings are rarely perfectly plumb, level, or the nominal dimension. We measure actual conditions and fabricate to fit reality, not drawings.
Jigs and fixtures ensure consistency when fabricating multiple identical components. Template-based production reduces measurement errors and speeds production. For repeat items, the first piece becomes the template for quality verification of subsequent pieces.
Repair and Replacement Fabrication
Not all fabrication is new construction. Damaged gates and components need repair or replacement. Missing or obsolete parts need reproduction. Our shop handles this work as readily as new fabrication.
Matching existing work requires attention to detail. We measure existing components, match materials and dimensions, and fabricate replacements that fit and match. The goal is repairs that are invisible, indistinguishable from original construction.
Sometimes the best repair is partial replacement. A damaged gate might need a new bottom rail while the rest is salvageable. We can fabricate the needed section and integrate it with existing structure, often more economical than full replacement.
Design Support
Fabrication starts before metal is cut. Design decisions affect fabricability, cost, and performance. We provide input during design to ensure the specified work can be built efficiently and will perform as intended.
Shop drawings translate design concepts into fabrication instructions. We develop shop drawings that specify every dimension, material, weld, and finish. Approval of shop drawings ensures everyone agrees on what will be built.
When designs present challenges,difficult joints, structural questions, or specification conflicts,we raise them early. Solving problems in the design phase costs nothing. Solving them during fabrication costs time and money.
Quality Control
Inspection happens throughout fabrication, not just at the end. Material is verified when received. Cuts are checked against dimensions. Welds are inspected during and after welding. Assemblies are measured before coating.
Final inspection before release confirms the fabricated item meets specifications. We check dimensions, weld quality, surface preparation, and coating. Items that do not pass do not ship.
Documentation supports quality claims. Material certifications trace components to their source. Inspection records document what was checked and by whom. This documentation has value for certain specifications and project requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the lead time for custom gate fabrication?
- Standard lead time is typically 2-4 weeks from approved shop drawings to completion, depending on complexity and current shop workload. Simple gates may be faster; complex custom work may take longer. We provide specific timelines at quote and confirm at order.
- Can you fabricate from my drawings or do you need to provide them?
- We can work either way. If you have complete fabrication drawings, we can build to your specifications. If you have a design concept or sketch, we can develop shop drawings for your approval. Most projects involve some back-and-forth to finalize details.
- Do you do small jobs like a single bracket or repair piece?
- Yes, we handle jobs of all sizes. Small repair parts, single brackets, and one-off pieces are part of our regular work. Minimum charges may apply to very small jobs, but we do not turn away work based on size.
- Is your welding certified?
- Our welders are qualified to AWS standards appropriate for the work we do. We can provide welder certifications when required by specification. For structural work requiring certified welding, we document welder qualifications and weld procedures as needed.
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