No matter whether you need custom metal parts produced for your business or you want a custom metal railing built for your home — cost is an important thing to consider. We know it is at the top of the list for many clients who contact us at P&D Metal Works and many potential customers want to know — what factors affect the cost of custom metal fabrication? We are here to help answer your questions.
Top 5 Factors that Affect the Cost of Metal Fabrication
There are a lot of factors that will impact the cost of your custom metal fabrication project — from materials to delivery costs — and it all needs to be factored into your budget. We want to help you get a product that fits your specifications and your budget, and it is important to know what elements of the design and manufacturing processes will impact those costs.
1. Design
The time it takes to create a working design for your project and the intricacy of your design will impact the end costs of your project. The more intricate and detailed your design is and the more machines and processes that are needed to achieve the end result the higher the costs will be. The time it takes to create a design template for your project may also impact the costs.
2. Materials and Finishes
What materials and finishes are best for your custom metal fabrication project? You will have many different materials and finishes to choose from and some may be more cost effective than others due to availability and quality. Carbon steel is the most common material used in custom metal fabrication and is often more affordable compared to decorative materials like copper that are more expensive. Available finishes like a powder coat will lead to higher costs as well. Materials need to be an important consideration when you order your custom design.
3. Labor Costs
How many man hours will your project take to complete? Will your project require multiple machines and processes? Does your project require extra lead time? The time, effort, and wages required to complete your custom metal fabrication project from start to finish will be an important factor when you decide on a design.
4. Quantity
Is your custom metal fabrication project a one-piece order? Do you need a large volume of custom fabricated pieces? The quantity and volume of your order is a key factor that affects the cost of your order. A single, intricate large piece may be more expensive to manufacture than several pieces with a more basic design. The quantity of your order will undoubtedly impact the cost-per-unit in the end.
5. Shipping
Where are you ordering your custom metal project from? Where do you need it shipped? The size and weight of your project will impact the shipping costs and it is an important factor for you to consider with your order. Lower shipping costs are a highlight of choosing a local metal fabricator like P&D Metal Works in Neenah, WI.
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Do you have a custom metal fabrication project you need completed? You may be asking — what factors affect custom metal fabrication costs? We may be able to help answer your questions at P&D Metal Works. Contact P&D Metal Works today for more information!
