There are two different options for an Original Equipment Manufacturer to consider when ordering aluminum sheet. One is to order the full sheet and have it delivered and then cut, and the other option is to order custom cut aluminum sheet.
The second option offers several benefits for the OEM. The first is the practical nature of having the custom cut aluminum sheet arrive ready for further processing or fabrication. There is no additional time involved, which saves money.
Additionally, when the sheet arrives custom cut, there is no waste shipped and no risk of waste if errors are made in the cutting process. This can be a considerable cost saving for the OEM as well, and there is no need to worry about disposal of scrap aluminum.
When choosing a company to provide custom cut aluminum sheet, there are several aspects of the process to consider. Depending on the size of the order and if it is an ongoing or a single order, different factors may have more relevance than others.
* Custom Cutting Capacity – what is the capacity of the provider to complete the specific cutting requirements? The equipment will typically be the determining point for custom cutting services.
* Order Size Requirements – many companies completing custom cutting orders for sheet metals will have minimum volume requirements. Others can accept custom cutting requires for any order volume.
* Customer Service Support – look for a metal sheet company with a focus on customer support. Customer support is essential in confirming the details of the order and also managing on-time deliveries for one time or ongoing custom cutting orders. For OEMs, consider looking into a metal sheet supplier offering JIT delivery services to effectively budget and to avoid having to manage a large inventory on-location.
The best sheet metal suppliers will be competitively priced in the market for both the sheet materials as well as custom cutting services. Take the time to compare a few companies and then choose the one best for your aluminum sheet needs.
