Brackets & Plates
Structural brackets and mounting plates that need to hold their shape under real mechanical load.
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Extended Range · Metal
Metal parts, manufactured to spec.
For parts that need rigidity, conductivity, heat resistance, or long-term wear performance beyond what plastics offer, we manage machining, cutting, bending, engraving, and finishing from quotation through delivery.
Holds tight tolerances and tolerates heat and repeated mechanical load far better than any polymer, and takes a permanent engraved finish for branding or part identification.
Nameplates & Engraving
Permanent identification panels, nameplates, and branding that won't fade or wear off.
Mechanical Hardware
Gears, spacers, and hardware that need metal's stiffness and wear resistance to perform.
Frames & Assemblies
Rigid frames, formed components, and integrated assemblies built for repeated use and dependable alignment.
Properties
What metal is — and isn't — the right call for.
Aluminium offers a strong strength-to-weight ratio and natural corrosion resistance, mild steel is the economical choice for general structural parts, stainless steel adds corrosion and heat resistance for demanding environments, and brass and copper serve decorative, conductive, or specific mechanical needs. Metal holds tighter tolerances and outperforms any polymer under heat or sustained load, but turnaround and cost depend on thickness, alloy, and finishing (deburring, bending, plating) required — it's not the fastest or cheapest option for a quick prototype iteration.
AluminiumMild SteelStainless SteelBrassCopper
Common Applications
Where we typically use it.
- Structural brackets and mounting plates
- Enclosure panels and chassis parts
- Nameplates and engraved identification panels
- Gears, spacers, and mechanical hardware
- Heat sinks and conductive components