Metal Fabrication and Machining Services
Frigate delivers precision metal fabrication and machining with advanced CNC systems. We use high-grade materials and tooling to ensure exact tolerances and complex geometries.
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Advantages of Metal Fabrication and Machining Services
Consistent Repeatability
Metal fabrication and machining deliver identical results in high-volume production, maintaining uniformity across thousands of parts with precision.
Strength Retention
Processes preserve the material’s structural integrity, ensuring durability and reliability in demanding applications like aerospace and automotive.
Customizable Designs
Machining techniques allow design modifications, accommodating specific client needs without compromising accuracy or functionality.
Thermal Stability
Advanced equipment ensures dimensional stability during machining, even under varying thermal conditions, which is critical for high-temperature applications.
High-Performance Custom Metal Manufacturing
Custom metal fabrication and machining deliver precise, high-quality components for demanding applications. Advanced CNC systems ensure tight tolerances, consistent results, and optimal material usage. The process supports various metals, including aluminum, steel, and titanium, enabling flexibility in design and application. Complex geometries and intricate features are achieved with exceptional accuracy, meeting industry standards for performance and reliability. Ideal for prototypes or large-scale production, the process guarantees superior durability, dimensional precision, and surface quality.
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Our Metal Fabrication and Machining Process
Based on strength, durability, and machining properties, choose appropriate metals, such as aluminum, steel, or titanium.
Create detailed CAD models and prototypes to ensure dimensional accuracy and verify the feasibility of complex geometries.
Shape raw materials into precise components using advanced equipment such as laser cutters, water jets, or CNC machines.
Apply bending, stamping, or welding to achieve structural integrity and component configuration.
Refine surfaces, meet tight tolerances, and produce intricate features according to specifications using CNC lathes, mills, or grinders.
Apply surface treatments like polishing or coating, followed by rigorous testing to ensure adherence to technical and performance standards.
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Based on strength, durability, and machining properties, choose appropriate metals, such as aluminum, steel, or titanium.
Create detailed CAD models and prototypes to ensure dimensional accuracy and verify the feasibility of complex geometries.
Shape raw materials into precise components using advanced equipment such as laser cutters, water jets, or CNC machines.
Apply bending, stamping, or welding to achieve structural integrity and component configuration.
Refine surfaces, meet tight tolerances, and produce intricate features according to specifications using CNC lathes, mills, or grinders.
Apply surface treatments like polishing or coating, followed by rigorous testing to ensure adherence to technical and performance standards.
Our Metal Fabrication and Machining Process
Preventing Heat Distortion and Warping in Critical Machined Parts
Excessive heat during machining can lead to distortion, particularly in metals like aluminum and titanium. Controlling machining parameters such as cutting speed and feed rate is essential to counteract this. Proper cooling techniques, such as high-pressure coolant systems, ensure heat is dissipated evenly. Temperature monitoring tools and adaptive machining strategies can also be applied to prevent thermal damage. Frigate utilizes advanced equipment and precision techniques to maintain part integrity, reducing the need for additional finishing work.
Metal Fabrication and Machining Materials
At Frigate, precision fabrication and machining rely on advanced techniques and technology. This ensures high-quality components tailored to meet complex industry requirements.
Aluminum alloys, such as 6061 and 7075, offer excellent strength-to-weight ratios and high machinability. These alloys are widely used in aerospace and automotive for their resistance to corrosion and ease of forming.
Carbon steel, especially grades like 1045 and 4140, is strong and cost-effective. Its high carbon content improves hardness and strength, making it ideal for heavy-duty applications like gears, shafts, and structural components.
Stainless steel grades like 304 and 316 are highly resistant to corrosion and oxidation. Their excellent tensile strength and fatigue resistance make them suitable for marine, medical, and food processing applications.
Titanium alloys such as Ti-6Al-4V offer exceptional strength-to-weight ratios, excellent corrosion resistance, and stability under high temperatures. These alloys are commonly used in aerospace and military applications and provide superior performance under extreme conditions.
Copper alloys, including brass and bronze, provide high electrical and thermal conductivity. Due to their excellent machinability and corrosion resistance, they are often used for electrical connectors, heat exchangers, and marine applications.
Nickel-based alloys, like Inconel and Hastelloy, offer superior heat and corrosion resistance in extreme environments. These alloys are critical in the aerospace, power generation, and chemical processing industries.
Magnesium alloys such as AZ31 and AZ61 are lightweight yet durable and offer good machinability. They are ideal for reducing the weight of automotive and aerospace components without sacrificing performance.
Tool steels, including D2 and A2, are designed for high wear resistance and toughness. They are used in die-making, molds, and cutting tools, where high durability and precision are required under harsh conditions.
Zinc alloys, especially Zamak, are commonly used in die casting due to their low melting point and good fluidity. They provide excellent dimensional accuracy and surface finish for applications like automotive and electronics housings.
Enhancing Component Quality with Precision Metal Fabrication and Machining
Components must balance complex design with high performance and longevity, which can be challenging due to material wear, dimensional shifts, and weak joints. Frigate’s advanced metal fabrication and machining processes, including CNC milling, laser cutting, and stamping, offer effective solutions to these problems. These techniques ensure that parts are manufactured to exact specifications, providing strength and smooth surfaces. By leveraging optimal material selection and precise machining methods, Frigate enhances component quality and minimizes the risk of part failure over time.
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↑ 25%
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Expedition
↑ 30%
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Ensuring Dimensional Accuracy in Large Parts Throughout the Machining Process
Large parts often experience dimensional instability due to temperature fluctuations during machining. This can result in variations in size and shape, especially with metals that expand or contract under heat. Precise control of the machining environment, including temperature regulation and part cooling techniques, is necessary to maintain consistent dimensions. Frigate ensures dimensional stability by using CNC machines with integrated temperature compensation systems and employing staged cooling processes, resulting in accurate, stable parts even for large-scale applications.
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CNC machining uses computer-controlled tools to achieve extremely precise cuts and finishes. This technology eliminates human error, maintains tolerances down to thousandths of an inch, and ensures parts meet exact specifications for critical applications.
High-strength alloys like titanium and stainless steel provide superior performance in high-stress environments. These materials resist wear, corrosion, and fatigue, extending component life and improving reliability in aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications.
Complex parts are produced faster by utilizing high-speed CNC machining and multi-axis equipment. These advanced processes streamline operations, reduce cycle times, and minimize material waste while maintaining high accuracy and surface finish.
The choice of material directly impacts the quality of the surface finish. Softer metals like aluminum can be machined to a fine finish more easily, while harder metals may require specialized tooling or coatings to maintain surface integrity.
Frigate uses advanced welding techniques, including TIG and MIG, to ensure strong, clean welds. Rigorous inspection, such as ultrasonic or X-ray testing, ensures joints meet each application's required strength and integrity, preventing failure in critical components.
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LOCATIONS
Global Sales Office
818, Preakness lane, Coppell, Texas, USA – 75019
Registered Office
23, 6th West Street, Balaji Nagar, Kattur, Pappakuruchi, Tiruchirappalli-620019, Tamil Nadu, India.
Operations Office
9/1, Poonthottam Nagar, Ramanandha Nagar, Saravanampatti, Coimbatore-641035, Tamil Nadu, India. ㅤ
