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Sheet Metal Fabrication Service

Sheet metal prototypes and low-volume production components in as fast as 2 day. Get a quote today.

Our On-Demand Manufacturing Services

UTM offers high-precision machining backed by an incredible breadth of manufacturing capabilities. Whether you need prototyping or mass production, our experts utilize advanced technologies to craft products with intricate geometries and superior aesthetics. From complex components to highly-finished parts, we deliver an extensive range of on-demand machining services. Leverage our skilled manufacturing prowess to bring your designs to life with uncompromising quality.

Metalworking CNC milling machine.

CNC Machining

Your precision turned parts, produced by our skilled machinists on imported or domestic CNC lathes in China.
Metalworking CNC milling machine.

CNC Milling

Precision CNC milled components, expertly crafted to bring your wonderful designs to reality.
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CNC Turning

Precision machined prototype and production parts, crafted using our advanced CNC turning stations.
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Sheet Metal Fabrication

Custom sheet metal fabrication solutions, precisely crafted to meet your unique specifications.

Sheet Metal Fabrication materials

We can generate instant machining quotes for 50+ metals and plastics.

Name
Type

Aluminum

Aluminum 1100
Aluminum 5052
Aluminum 6061

Copper

Copper 101
Copper C110
Copper C110, H02
Copper 260 (Brass)

Bronze

Bronze 220
Bronze 510

Stainless Steel

Stainless steel 301
Stainless steel 304
Stainless steel 316/316L

Steel

Steel 1018 (Low Carbon)
Steel 1045 (Hot Rolled)
Steel A569/ASTM A1011 (Hot Rolled)
AZ55 Galvalume
A653 Galvanized
1095 Spring Steel
Steel A36
Steel A366/1008

Nickel Alloys

Inconel 625
Nickel Alloy 200
Nickel Alloy 400

Titanium

Titanium 
Titanium 6AI-4V

We can source any other material on request, but quotes take up to 48 hours.

Sheet Metal Fabrication Surface Finishes

We can instantly quote a wide variety of post-machining surface finishes.

Name
Applicable Materials
Machining marks
Tolerances

As  machined  

Metals, Plastics

Visible, light surface scratches 

Tolerances are not affected

Bead blasting

Metals

Removed for non-cosmetic, removed on primary surfaces for cosmetic  

Not affected except for specific features

Anodizing Type II

Aluminum

Reduced for non-cosmetic, removed on primary surfaces for cosmetic 

Met after anodizing

Anodizing Type III

Aluminum

Visible under anodizing

Met after anodizing

Electroless nickel plating

Mild steel, Aluminum, Stainless steel

Reduced but visible

Met after electroless nickel plating

Powder coating

Metals

Removed

Met before powder coating

Sheet Metal Fabrication Tolerances

Dimension Detail
Metric Units
Imperial Units

Edge to edge, single surface 

+/- 0.127 mm

+/- 0.005 in

Edge to hole, single surface

+/- 0.127 mm

+/- 0.005 in

Hole to hole, single surface

+/- 0.127 mm

+/- 0.005 in

Bend to edge / hole, single surface

+/- 0.254 mm

+/- 0.010 in.

Edge to feature, multiple surface

+/- 0.762 mm

+/- 0.005 mm

Over formed part, multiple surface

+/- 0.762 mm

+/- 0.005 mm

Bend angle

+/- 1°

What Is Sheet Metal Fabrication?

Sheet metal fabrication is a subtractive process that forms precise, durable, and versatile parts from thin metal sheets, making them ideal for robust components across industries. Engineers favor sheet metal parts for their high dimensional accuracy, material strength, ability to produce lightweight structures, cost-effectiveness in high volumes, and customization possibilities.

Types of Sheet Metal Fabrication

  • Cutting: Various methods are used to cut sheet metal, including shearing, punching, laser cutting, plasma cutting, and waterjet cutting.
  • Bending: Sheet metal can be bent into desired shapes using press brakes, folding machines, or roll forming equipment.
  • Stamping: This process involves using dies and presses to shape sheet metal into specific forms, often for high-volume production.
  • Punching: Holes, slots, or other cutouts are created in sheet metal using a punch and die set.
  • Welding: Different welding techniques, such as MIG, TIG, and spot welding, are used to join sheet metal parts together.
  • Assembling: Sheet metal components are assembled using techniques like riveting, fastening, crimping, or adhesive bonding.
  • Finishing: This involves processes that improve the appearance, durability, or functionality of the fabricated sheet metal, such as powder coating, painting, plating, or anodizing.
  • Hydroforming: This process uses high-pressure fluid to shape sheet metal into complex forms, often for automotive or aerospace applications.
  • Spinning: A sheet metal disc is rotated at high speeds and formed into axially symmetric parts using tools and rollers.
  • Extrusion: Sheet metal is forced through a die to create profiles with a consistent cross-section, such as channels or tubes.

Features of Sheet Metal Fabrication

UTM Sheet Metal Fabrication Shops

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About Us

UTM Precision Machining, located in Qingdao China, offers precision CNC milling and turning services for innovative companies around the world. We work with you through every stage of product development and have a team of highly-trained technicians to help you bring your product ideas to life. Whether you need a custom prototype or low-volume production for up to 1000+ units, our service is second to none. With a strong emphasis on quality control, we get the job done right, every time. We’ll go above and beyond to help you bring your product ideas to life!

Dedicated Employees
58 +
CNC Machine
100 +
Satisfied Customers
800 +

Why Choose us

Manufactured by UTM

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Work With Numerous Industries

From prototyping to production, UTM ensures superior quality and reliable functionality. With a wide selection of production-grade metal and plastic materials as well as highly advanced on-demand manufacturing techniques, we offer high-quality products across several industries.

Auto industry

Automotive

Our low-volume manufacturing services is the ideal manufacturing solution for on demand automotive parts.

Aerospace

Aerospace

The durability and precision that our precison manufacturing services provide meets the sophisticated needs the different phases of the aerospace industry required.

Medical

Medical Devices

Medical supplies manufacturers, tech startups, and research labs benefit significantly from the prototyping solutions we provide.

Consumer Goods

Strong partnerships with leading consumer manufacturers help us accelerate the prototyping process and improve the consumer goods industry.

robotics

Robotics

Our industrial-grade robotics prototyping and parts manufacturing services aid in the continuous evolution of the robotics market.

Industrial-machinery

Industrial machinery

Multiple material choices make industrial parts more competitive.

Quality Services

Clients Love

They do what they say they'll do. Sometimes they even finish sooner than promised. If we have any problems or questions, they always give us helpful answers. You can count on them.

Wim

UTM is an extremely professional company with great customer service. Everything we ordered arrived as expected. There were some initial problems, but Kobe helped find a solution that worked for both sides. We will definitely use them again.

Urban

For my last order, the customer support was amazing. Kobe helped me solve a logistics issue and the algo parts were excellent quality as expected. I'm super happy with the support and service. For my next order, I'll be increasing the number of parts since I know the quality and service will be great.

Andres C

I ordered 50 CNC machined stainless steel parts and they turned out great. The dimensions were right on and the parts were clean and smooth. I'll definitely order from them again.

Wim Peter

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