When it comes to metal fabrication, industries using it are not always what you’d expect!
We’ve talked about how metal fabrication is instrumental in the construction, automotive, aviation, and agricultural industries. But there are so many more industries out there that rely on precision metalwork to keep operations running smoothly. Here are five industries you might not have expected:
1. Healthcare & Medical Devices
Think about the last time you were in a hospital. From the surgical instruments used in life-saving operations to the titanium implants helping patients move pain-free, precision metal fabrication plays a vital role in modern medicine. Even MRI machines and remote surgical robots rely on metal fabrication for safe, accurate metal components. And with advanced technology like laser cutting, metal fabricators can create the small yet complex parts that keep the medical field advancing.
2. Food & Beverage
Ever enjoyed a crisp, cold Sierra Nevada beer? You can thank Metal Works in part for your refreshing sip! We were there when both the California and North Carolina facilities needed steel and metal fabrication for essential structural aspects, including their roof trusses and columns.
Even once these buildings are constructed, metal fabrication can still be found everywhere inside food and beverage facilities. You can see its influence on a day-to-day basis as stainless steel tanks, fermentation vessels, and commercial kitchen equipment all require food-grade metal fabrication to ensure cleanliness and efficiency. The food and beverage industry relies on custom-fabricated metal parts to withstand high temperatures, constant moisture, and rigorous sanitation processes.
3. Entertainment & Theme Parks
Disneyland may be the happiest place on earth, but behind the magic, it’s also a showcase of the wonders of metal fabrication. And we would know! Metal Works contributed to the construction of the fan-favorite Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge attraction by supplying the steel for the framework of the otherworldly mountains and immersive buildings surrounding the Falcon.
The next time you go to a theme park, just know everything—from towering roller coasters to the intricate props used in live performances—depends on metal fabrication as the backbone of the entertainment industry. Every theme park ride, concert stage, and movie set structure requires durable, custom-crafted metal parts to meet both aesthetic and safety standards. Thanks to techniques of metal fabrication, industries can get the technology and craftsmanship they need!
4. Fashion & Jewelry
When you think of metal fabrication, high fashion probably isn’t the first thing to come to mind, right? But luxury designers often use custom metal pieces for everything from handbag clasps to experimental, futuristic jewelry designs. The meeting of metal and fashion goes beyond aesthetics; it’s about durability, innovation, and craftsmanship. Some of the world’s most iconic accessories start in a metal shop, where skilled artisans bring designers’ bold visions to life.
5. Renewable Energy
As the world moves toward sustainability, metal fabrication is helping pave the way. Wind turbines, solar panel frames, and hydroelectric components all require high-strength, precisely crafted metal parts to function in extreme conditions. Leveraging durable materials, such as steel, and metal fabrication, industries can ensure these components are disaster resistant.
Once harnessed, renewable energy needs to be controlled in utility buildings throughout the country. No surprise here when metal fabrication experts are tapped for the construction of these crucial buildings—just like when we were tasked with supplying 289.6 tons of steel for the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD). From building essential renewable energy components to crafting the structures to keep power flowing, metal fabrication fuels a reliable energy future.
Behind the public-facing image of some of the most advanced and creative industries, metal fabrication is truly the unsung hero getting them up and running and continuing to advance. Whether it’s keeping hospitals healing, breweries brewing, or theme parks thrilling, metal parts make it all possible.
Want to learn more about what metal fabrication can do for your business? Get in touch with our team today!