Steel Fabrication Contractor
Long Island Fencing, Railing & Gate Installations
Bobco Ornamental Iron specializes as a contractor of steel fabrication, which we use to complete many different iron works projects. Our steel fabrication services are mainly used for the creation of fences for home and business owners across Long Island, New York. But we also offer custom iron works services for wrought iron railings and gates. Use our steel fabrication services for any custom iron works project!
What Is Steel Fabrication?
Since we offer steel fabrication, it is prudent to fully understand what this process is comprised of. For starters, steel fabrication involves taking raw materials and shaping them into the fence, gate, what have you. During this process, the raw materials are melted down and mixed into steel before being constructed into the desired shape. The process requires a skilled technician who has the experience in taking raw components and transforms them into what you need. Learn more about our custom ironworks designs and how our fences, gates, and railings are of the highest quality.
The basic methods of steel fabricating includes cutting or burning, forming, machining, or welding. Let’s go over how some of these services work.
Machining
Machining involves shaving away parts of the metal to make the desired object. Fabricators use lathes, mills and drills to complete this task.
Cutting
Cutting, or commonly known as jet cutting, is an abrasive process that uses high pressure water to cut any material with great precision. And does so with no distortion.
Welding
Welding is the most common form of steel fabrication. Fabricators use this process to bend or combine pieces to make them one piece.
Proper fabrication of steel allows for expert use for gates, fences, railings and more. And as trusted contractors on Long Island, we can get you the materials you need.
Basic Materials Involved with Steel Fabrication
When it comes to steel fabrication, there are a few different raw materials to use. So when you know which items to keep on site helps speed up the fabrication process. Here are some of the basic materials to use for any metal fabrication project.
Plate Metal
Fabricators use this to shape the pieces that are working with. Plate metal makes sure they have all options available.
Fittings
The use of fittings is needed for creating and completing almost any job.
Castings
Castings add a visual interest during the steel fabrication process. Making sure you have some on hand can speed up the creation process.
Formed and Expanded Metal
Expanded metal is grate-like. So it is suits things like outdoor furniture that need to be able to let moisture flow off.
Sectional Metal
“L” beams and “Z” shapes are common types of sectional metals. Bar metal and rod metal also commonly used.
Flat Metal
Flat metal like sheet metal and plate metal are all great for fabrication. Add flat metal to pieces to create visual interest, texture and different shapes.
Welding Wire
Since fabrication requires welding metal pieces be together, it is critical to keep various types and thicknesses of welding wire on hand. So you can easily join these pieces with one another.
Contact Bobco Ornamental Iron Today
Bobco Ornamental Iron has years of experience working in this industry and provides professional grade steel fabrication for gates, railings, and fences. We work across Long Island, New York. For more information about our contracting services, please reach out to us today. We will happily answer any questions you may have about our ironworks services. Request a quote by filling out a form today.
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When you reach out to use, we can provide you with a no-obligation consultation and go over exactly what you want. Our professional contractors will take the time to carefully measure your property and fill you in on the steel fabrication process. Which will allow us to offer you a fair and accurate estimate for the work. So please, do not hesitate to reach out to us today. Let’s get started on that new project!