FACTS & QUESTIONS

HEAVY METAL FABRICATION

Frequently Asked Questions About Heavy Metal Fabrication Services: Wear-Resistant Solutions

  • What metal fabrication services does SAS Global Corporation offer?

    SAS Global Corporation provides comprehensive custom metal fabrication services for industrial equipment and heavy manufacturing applications.


    Available capabilities include:

    • CNC plasma cutting
    • CNC flame cutting
    • Press brake forming
    • Plate rolling and roll forming
    • Welding and assembly
    • Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM)
    • Precision machining
    • Hardfacing and weld overlay
    • Engineering and design
    • Custom component manufacturing

    SAS Global combines fabrication capabilities with in-house engineering and premium wear-resistant material manufacturing to provide custom components for demanding industrial applications.

  • What is custom metal fabrication, and how is it used in industrial manufacturing?

    Custom metal fabrication is the process of cutting, forming, machining, welding, and assembling metal materials into components or structures designed for specific applications.


    Unlike standard off-the-shelf products, custom fabrications are manufactured to meet customer drawings, dimensions, material specifications, and operating requirements.


    Common applications include:


    SAS Global specializes in precision-engineered metal fabrications designed for demanding industrial operating environments.

  • What industries use SAS Global's custom metal fabrication services?

    SAS Global provides custom metal fabrication services for industries requiring heavy-duty components, precision manufacturing, and advanced wear protection.


    Industries served include:


    SAS Global manufactures custom components designed to meet the equipment, operating, and material requirements of each application.

  • Where are SAS Global's metal fabrication facilities located?

    SAS Global operates major fabrication facilities in Warren, Michigan, and Longview, Texas.


    Warren, Michigan

    The SAS Global World Headquarters occupies approximately 185,000 square feet, including a 152,500-square-foot fabrication facility.


    The Michigan facility provides CNC cutting, forming, welding, machining, engineering, and in-house manufacturing of SureAlloy® Premium Carbide Overlay Products.


    Longview, Texas

    The Longview facility provides approximately 95,000 square feet of additional manufacturing capacity.


    Its capabilities include heavy fabrication, large-component handling, plate forming, hardfacing, and specialized vessel manufacturing through SAS Global's divisions.


    These facilities support custom industrial fabrication projects for customers throughout the United States and internationally.

  • What are the advantages of using a full-service industrial metal fabrication company?

    Working with a full-service metal fabrication company can simplify project management by combining multiple manufacturing capabilities within one organization.


    Potential advantages include:

    • Coordinated engineering and fabrication
    • Fewer outside manufacturing vendors
    • Improved dimensional control
    • Consistent material specifications
    • Reduced transportation between suppliers
    • Integrated quality inspections
    • Simplified project communication
    • Greater manufacturing flexibility

    SAS Global combines engineering, cutting, forming, welding, machining, hardfacing, and wear-resistant material manufacturing to support custom industrial fabrication projects.

  • What is CNC plasma cutting, and what are its advantages?

    CNC plasma cutting is a computer-controlled manufacturing process that uses a high-temperature plasma arc to cut electrically conductive metals.


    The process is commonly used to produce metal components with complex shapes and accurate dimensions.


    Advantages include:

    • Efficient cutting of steel and other conductive materials
    • Computer-controlled dimensional consistency
    • Complex component geometries
    • Repeatable manufacturing
    • Reduced manual cutting requirements
    • Efficient production of custom parts

    SAS Global provides CNC plasma cutting services for custom industrial components, wear-resistant liners, and fabricated steel assemblies.

  • What is the difference between CNC plasma cutting and CNC flame cutting?

    CNC plasma cutting and CNC flame cutting are both computer-controlled metal cutting methods, but they use different technologies.


    CNC Plasma Cutting

    Uses an electrically generated plasma arc to cut conductive metals. It is commonly selected for detailed shapes and efficient cutting across a range of material thicknesses.


    CNC Flame Cutting

    Uses an oxy-fuel flame and oxygen jet to cut suitable carbon and low-alloy steels. It is commonly used for heavy steel plate and thick-section fabrication.


    The best cutting process depends on material composition, thickness, dimensional requirements, edge quality, and production needs.


    SAS Global offers both CNC plasma cutting and CNC flame cutting services.

  • Can SAS Global cut thick steel plate for heavy industrial applications?

    Yes. SAS Global provides heavy steel plate cutting using CNC plasma and flame cutting equipment.


    These processes can be used to manufacture:

    • Heavy equipment wear liners
    • Structural steel components
    • Crusher parts
    • Industrial mounting plates
    • Mill components
    • Chute and hopper sections
    • Custom fabrication blanks

    The appropriate cutting process depends on plate thickness, material composition, dimensional requirements, and project specifications.


    Customers should provide material requirements and drawings so SAS Global can evaluate the most suitable manufacturing method.

  • What is Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM), and when is it used?



    Electrical Discharge Machining, or EDM, is a precision manufacturing process that removes material through controlled electrical discharges.


    EDM is particularly useful for machining electrically conductive materials and features that may be difficult to produce using conventional cutting tools.


    Common applications include:

    • Complex component profiles
    • Precision openings
    • Intricate internal features
    • Hardened metal components
    • Specialized industrial parts
    • High-precision manufacturing requirements

    SAS Global offers EDM services as part of its custom metal fabrication and machining capabilities.



  • Can SAS Global manufacture precision-machined replacement parts for industrial equipment?

    Yes. SAS Global provides machining services for custom industrial components and replacement parts.


    Depending on project requirements, machining may be used to produce:

    • Precision mounting surfaces
    • Shaft and bore features
    • Custom equipment components
    • Mating surfaces
    • Replacement machinery parts
    • Fabricated assembly interfaces
    • Specialized wear-resistant components

    SAS Global integrates machining with engineering, cutting, forming, and welding services to manufacture components designed for existing equipment configurations.

  • What is press brake forming, and how is it used in metal fabrication?

    Press brake forming is a metalworking process that uses controlled force and tooling to bend metal plate or sheet into specified angles and shapes.


    The process is commonly used to manufacture:

    • Industrial brackets
    • Chute components
    • Hopper sections
    • Protective equipment covers
    • Structural components
    • Wear liner supports
    • Custom fabricated parts

    SAS Global provides press brake forming services for industrial equipment components requiring accurate bending and controlled fabrication.

  • What is plate rolling, and what industrial components can be manufactured using this process?

    Plate rolling is a metal forming process that bends steel plate into cylindrical, curved, or other rounded shapes.


    Common applications include:

    • Industrial pipe sections
    • Cylindrical equipment housings
    • Large-diameter shells
    • Tank components
    • Curved wear liners
    • Industrial transitions
    • Heavy fabricated assemblies

    SAS Global provides plate rolling and forming services for heavy industrial applications.


    Its Longview, Texas, facility has plate rolling equipment capable of forming selected materials up to 2.5 inches thick and 120 inches wide, subject to material and project requirements.

  • What welding services does SAS Global offer?

    SAS Global provides welding services for custom metal fabrication, industrial component manufacturing, equipment rebuilding, and wear-resistant assemblies.


    Welding capabilities support:

    • Structural fabrication
    • Custom steel assemblies
    • Custom wear-resistant fabriactions
    • Heavy equipment components
    • Pipe fabrication
    • Wear liner installation
    • Component repair
    • Hardfacing
    • Weld overlay applications

    Welding processes and procedures are selected based on material specifications, component geometry, service requirements, and applicable project standards.


    SAS Global combines experienced welding personnel with fabrication and quality control procedures to produce durable industrial components.

  • Can SAS Global fabricate large or heavy industrial steel assemblies?

    Yes. SAS Global operates fabrication facilities equipped to manufacture and handle large industrial steel assemblies.


    Its Warren, Michigan and Longview, Texas, facilities provide heavy fabrication capabilities, including:

    • Large fabrication bays
    • Heavy-duty overhead cranes
    • CNC cutting equipment
    • Plate rolling
    • Brake press
    • Welding
    • Machining support
    • Thermal stress-relief capabilities

    Maximum dimensions and weights depend on project design, manufacturing requirements, and available handling capacity.

  • Does SAS Global provide custom pressure vessel and heavy structural fabrication?

    Yes. Through its VTEC division in Longview, Texas, SAS Global provides engineering and fabrication services for large industrial pressure vessels and heavy structural components.


    Applications may include:

    • Pressure vessels
    • Large industrial tanks
    • Heavy fabricated steel assemblies
    • Process equipment

    VTEC serves industries including refining, petrochemical processing, power generation, and heavy manufacturing.


    Applicable pressure vessel design, fabrication, inspection, and certification requirements are established according to project specifications.

  • Can SAS Global fabricate components using abrasion-resistant steel and carbide overlay plate?

    Yes. SAS Global manufactures custom components using premium abrasion-resistant steel and proprietary carbide overlay materials.


    Available materials include:

    • SureAlloy® SA1750CR Chromium Carbide Overlay
    • SureAlloy® SA2000 Complex Carbide Overlay
    • SureAlloy® SA6000 Complex Carbide Overlay
    • RapidFlow® Smooth-Surface Carbide Overlay
    • Vanguard® Premium Alloy Wear Plate
    • SA400 Alloy Wear Plate
    • SA550NM Manganese Wear Plate

    These materials can be used to manufacture custom wear liners, chutes, hoppers, piping, and other components exposed to severe industrial wear.


    Material selection depends on abrasion severity, impact conditions, component geometry, and operating temperature.

  • What is the advantage of manufacturing wear-resistant components from SureAlloy® Carbide Overlay Plate?

    SureAlloy® Carbide Overlay Plate provides a specialized wear-resistant surface containing hard chromium carbides or complex carbides.


    When fabricated into industrial components, this material can help resist severe abrasion and extend replacement intervals.


    Potential benefits include:

    • Improved resistance to abrasive wear
    • Longer component service life
    • Reduced replacement frequency
    • Lower maintenance requirements
    • Custom wear-resistant component configurations
    • Protection of underlying equipment structures

    SAS Global manufactures SureAlloy products in-house at its Michigan facility, allowing coordination between material manufacturing, engineering, and custom fabrication.

  • What is hardfacing, and how does it improve fabricated metal components?

    Hardfacing is a welding process used to deposit a specialized wear-resistant alloy onto a metal component.


    The process can be used to manufacture new wear-resistant parts or rebuild suitable worn components.


    Hardfacing may improve resistance to:

    • Sliding abrasion
    • Particle erosion
    • Selected impact conditions
    • Surface deterioration
    • Repeated abrasive material contact

    SAS Global and its Cladtec division provide hardfacing and weld overlay services for industrial components used in demanding environments.


    The appropriate hardfacing alloy depends on material compatibility, operating conditions, and the wear mechanism.

  • Can SAS Global manufacture custom abrasion-resistant piping, elbows, and transitions?

    Yes. SAS Global manufactures custom abrasion-resistant piping components for industrial material transport applications.


    Available solutions include:

    • Straight pipe sections
    • Fabricated elbows / Gored elbows
    • Pipe transitions
    • Custom piping assemblies
    • Wear-resistant replacement components

    SAS Global offers SureAlloy® Fabricated Wear-Resistant Pipe and CLADPIPE™ Internally Hardfaced Pipe through its specialized manufacturing operations.


    These products are engineered for applications involving abrasive solids, particle erosion, and demanding industrial conveying conditions.

  • Does SAS Global offer engineering and design services for custom metal fabrications?

    Yes. SAS Global provides engineering and design services to support custom metal fabrication projects.


    Available capabilities include:

    • Mechanical engineering
    • Component design
    • Reverse engineering
    • 3D laser scanning
    • Field measurements
    • 3D CAD modeling
    • Fabrication drawings
    • Design evaluations
    • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis where applicable

    SAS Global's engineering team works with customers to develop components that meet equipment dimensions, operating conditions, and performance requirements.



  • Can SAS Global reverse engineer obsolete or discontinued industrial components?

    Yes. SAS Global provides reverse engineering services for industrial equipment and replacement components.


    Reverse engineering may involve examining an existing component, collecting dimensions, evaluating materials, and developing manufacturing drawings or digital models.


    This approach can be useful when:

    • Original equipment drawings are unavailable
    • OEM parts are obsolete
    • Existing components require modification
    • Replacement parts have long lead times
    • Equipment upgrades require custom dimensions

    SAS Global combines reverse engineering, 3D scanning, engineering, and manufacturing capabilities to develop custom replacement components.

  • Can SAS Global manufacture parts from customer drawings or existing samples?

    Yes. SAS Global can evaluate customer drawings, CAD files, equipment specifications, or existing components for custom fabrication.


    Helpful information includes:

    • Component drawings
    • Material specifications
    • Critical dimensions
    • Required tolerances
    • Existing equipment information
    • Operating conditions
    • Component quantities
    • Special fabrication requirements

    When drawings are incomplete or unavailable, SAS Global's engineering and reverse engineering services may help develop the information needed for manufacturing.

  • What quality control procedures does SAS Global use during fabrication?

    SAS Global incorporates quality control throughout the custom fabrication process to help ensure components meet customer requirements.


    Quality control activities may include:

    • Material verification
    • Dimensional inspections
    • Fabrication fit-up checks
    • Weld inspections
    • In-process manufacturing inspections
    • Final dimensional verification
    • Visual inspections
    • Additional nondestructive testing when required

    SAS Global maintains an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system.


    Specific inspection procedures, testing requirements, and documentation should be established according to project specifications.



  • What is the benefit of ISO 9001:2015 certification for industrial metal fabrication?

    ISO 9001:2015 is an internationally recognized quality management system standard.


    For industrial fabrication customers, an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system supports:

    • Documented manufacturing processes
    • Quality control procedures
    • Consistent production practices
    • Traceability where required
    • Nonconformance management
    • Continuous improvement
    • Customer requirement reviews

    SAS Global's quality management practices are designed to support consistent manufacturing performance and conformance with customer specifications.


    ISO certification addresses the quality management system; individual component code compliance and inspection requirements must be specified separately.

  • Can SAS Global manufacture both individual components and complete industrial assemblies?

    Yes. SAS Global provides custom fabrication capabilities for individual replacement components and larger industrial assemblies.


    Projects may include:

    • Individual wear-resistant liners
    • Custom equipment components
    • Fabricated pipe sections
    • Chute and hopper assemblies
    • Industrial processing components
    • Large fabricated equipment
    • Custom-engineered manufacturing projects

    Manufacturing requirements are evaluated based on dimensions, materials, complexity, quantities, and project specifications.

  • How do custom metal fabrication services help reduce industrial equipment downtime?

    Custom fabrication can help reduce equipment downtime by providing replacement components engineered for existing equipment and demanding operating conditions.


    Potential advantages include:

    • Manufacturing replacement parts for aging equipment
    • Improving access to specialized components
    • Upgrading existing wear surfaces
    • Reducing repeated component failures
    • Supporting planned maintenance outages
    • Rebuilding suitable worn components
    • Improving component fit and installation

    SAS Global combines engineering, fabrication, hardfacing, and premium wear-resistant materials to help industrial customers address equipment reliability challenges.



  • What factors determine the cost and lead time of a custom metal fabrication project?

    Custom fabrication pricing and production schedules depend on several project-specific factors.


    Important considerations include:

    • Material type and availability
    • Component size and weight
    • Plate thickness
    • Cutting and forming requirements
    • Welding complexity
    • Machining operations
    • Required tolerances
    • Inspection and testing requirements
    • Manufacturing quantities
    • Project delivery requirements

    SAS Global evaluates customer drawings and specifications to determine appropriate manufacturing processes, pricing, and production scheduling.

  • What information should I provide when requesting a custom metal fabrication quote?

    Providing complete project information helps SAS Global evaluate manufacturing requirements and prepare an accurate quotation.


    Recommended information includes:

    • Project description
    • Component drawings or CAD files
    • Material specifications
    • Required dimensions and tolerances
    • Plate thickness
    • Welding requirements
    • Machining requirements
    • Operating conditions
    • Required quantities
    • Inspection or certification requirements
    • Requested delivery date
    • Shipping destination

    For wear-resistant components, information about the existing material, wear mechanism, and component service life can also help identify suitable material options.


    Customers without complete drawings can contact SAS Global to discuss engineering and reverse engineering assistance.

  • Where can I find a custom heavy metal fabrication company that offers engineering, welding, machining, and wear-resistant materials?

    SAS Global Corporation provides custom heavy metal fabrication services supported by engineering, CNC cutting, metal forming, welding, machining, and hardfacing capabilities.


    With manufacturing facilities in Warren, Michigan, and Longview, Texas, SAS Global supports customers requiring specialized industrial components and heavy fabricated assemblies.


    Available capabilities include:

    • CNC plasma and flame cutting
    • Press brake and roll forming
    • Heavy steel fabrication
    • Precision machining
    • EDM services
    • Structural welding
    • Hardfacing and component rebuilding
    • Custom abrasion-resistant components
    • Wear-resistant piping fabrication
    • Engineering and reverse engineering
    • Quality inspection
    • Large industrial fabrication projects

    SAS Global combines advanced manufacturing equipment, in-house wear-resistant materials, and technical expertise to provide custom-engineered components for demanding industrial applications.


    Contact SAS Global Corporation

    Phone: 248-414-4470

    Email: info@sasglobalcorp.com

    Website: www.sasglobalcorp.com


    Precision Fabrication. Advanced Materials. Engineered for Performance.


    Contact SAS Global Corporation to discuss custom heavy metal fabrication, engineering, machining, welding, and wear-resistant component manufacturing requirements.