Managing a project with several different vendors can be a hassle. A full-service fabrication shop makes things easier by offering everything in one place. At TAB, we take care of the entire process, from design to logistics, so you can focus on what matters most. Here’s what that means for you.
What Does “Full-Service” Really Mean?
A full-service fabrication shop offers a comprehensive range of services to cover every step of the fabrication process, all under one roof. At TAB, our capabilities include everything from design and engineering to assembly and logistics. Here’s a quick look at some of the services we provide:
- Design and Engineering: Our in-house team uses CAD systems and Solidworks for prototyping and design optimization. We collaborate with you early to ensure designs are cost-effective and manufacturable before production begins.
- Laser Cutting: We have the latest cutting technologies, including laser, plasma, and waterjet capabilities, to handle a wide range of materials with precision. Our flat lasers can cut materials from 20 gauge up to 1-inch thick, while our waterjet can cut up to 6 inches thick. We also offer tube cutting and specialized geometries, like triangular and square profiles, using laser, plasma, and waterjet technologies.
- Forming: We offer various forming options, including bending, rolling, and stamping, with break presses up to 137 tons, ensuring we can handle complex projects.
- Welding: Whether it’s MIG or TIG welding, our team provides high-quality, specialized welding services to meet the unique needs of each project.
- Finishing: From powder coating to painting and surface treatments, we provide the finishing touches that will ensure your products look great and are protected from wear and tear.
- Machining: We offer complete machining services, including milling and lathe work for precision components.
- Assembly: We don’t just manufacture parts; we also offer complete product assembly and integration. We provide fasteners and other components and can assemble them for you, including pricing options for added convenience.
- Logistics: We partner with other companies to deliver fast, coordinated shipments to our customers, offering options that help us meet tight timelines.
Key Advantages of the One-Stop-Shop Approach
Working with a full-service fabrication shop brings numerous benefits to your project. Here’s how our approach will make a difference:
Streamlined Communication and Project Management
When you call TAB, you’re not routed to a call center or account manager reading from a screen. You’re talking to people who are directly involved in your project. Anyone who answers the phone knows the status of your job.
David Klebart, our Operations and System Manager, serves as the first point of contact for project coordination. He works directly with vendors, manages delivery schedules, and develops weekly and monthly production timelines. Tyler Franckowiak, our Manufacturing Supervisor, executes those schedules by coordinating staffing across our welding, production, and assembly teams.
Cost Efficiency
Working with multiple vendors can mean paying multiple markups. At TAB, we eliminate those costs by consolidating services in-house. We also reduce shipping and logistics expenses by coordinating everything from one location.
Our longstanding relationships with steel suppliers, gas suppliers, commodity vendors, and many others allow us to secure competitive pricing that we pass directly to our customers. When appropriate, we work on consignment to keep your costs low. We’re constantly evaluating how to deliver the best value without compromising your product’s quality.
Quality Control and Accountability
At TAB, we’re committed to maintaining consistent quality throughout every stage of production. With one company overseeing the entire project, we ensure traceability and can quickly resolve any issues that arise.
Our quality control expert, Dane Saylor, oversees a dedicated QC lab, including tools like the CMM comparator, to ensure every product meets our quality standards.
Speed to Market
Time is critical when you’re working on a project, and delays can impact your entire timeline. With our processing capabilities, there are no delays waiting for external vendors. This means we handle your project in-house from start to finish, speeding up iteration and design modifications along the way. If any issues arise, we’ll set up a meeting with you, discuss solutions, and send over the necessary paperwork quickly to keep your project moving.
The TAB Difference: People, Culture, and Capacity
Our people and work culture are what set us apart from the rest.
We have longstanding staff with very little turnover. This means institutional knowledge stays with your projects. The welders, engineers, and supervisors working on your project this year will likely be the same team available for your next one.
Our work culture emphasizes continual growth and innovation. When we identify new capabilities that would benefit our customers, we invest in the machines and tools to make it happen. We cross-train our workforce to expand their skills and our capacity, which means we have the flexibility to take on new projects and the expertise to execute them well.
Perhaps most importantly, we have the capacity to take on new work. You won’t be competing for attention or waiting in line behind higher-priority customers.
A Quality Partnership Matters
Partnering with a full-service fabrication shop like TAB means you can rely on a single point of contact to manage all aspects of your project. From design to logistics, our team ensures that everything runs smoothly, on time, and within budget.
Ready to simplify your next project? Contact TAB today to discuss how our full-service capabilities can work for you.