FABRICATION
Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities
FABRICATION CAPABILITIES
SMD Structures & Utilities offers comprehensive fabrication services with state-of-the-art equipment and skilled craftsmen. Our fabrication capabilities span cutting, forming, welding, and machining operations to produce high-quality utility infrastructure components.
Cutting Services
- CNC Plasma Cutting: High-precision cutting up to 3" thick steel
- Oxy-Fuel Cutting: Heavy-duty cutting up to 8" thick materials
- Ultra-Cutting with Beveling: Weld-prep edges for optimal joint preparation
- Pipe Cutting: Specialized cutting for tubular sections
- Laser Alignment: Plate alignment pointer for quick setup and nesting
Forming Capabilities
- Press Brakes: Up to 60 ft capacity for long plate forming
- Rolling: Tapered tubular section forming
- Custom Forming: Specialized shapes for utility applications
- Precision Bending: Accurate angle control for structural components
Welding Services
Our welding capabilities include:
- Submerged Arc Welding (SAW): Longitudinal seam welding for structural components
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW): Attachment and arm welding
- AWS D1.1 Compliance: Certified weld procedures and qualified welders
- Quality Control: Visual and non-destructive testing (VT, UT, MPI)
- Custom Jigs: Repeatable welding fixtures for consistent quality
Drilling & Machining
- CNC Drilling: Bolt holes and custom hole patterns
- Controlled Tolerances: ±1/16" hole-to-hole spacing for field assembly
- Machining Capabilities: Milling, counter boring, chamfering
- Hole Interpolation: Complex hole patterns and thread milling
- Automated Tool Changes: Under 3 seconds for maximum efficiency
Equipment Specifications
- Table Size: 128" x 500" for large component processing
- Automated Systems: Fume extraction and safety systems
- Percussion Marking: Component identification and tracking
- Quality Assurance: Dimensional inspection at each stage
Contact
Sukhi Kohli
Cell: 832.526.0407 or sukhi@smdstructures.com
