Vietnam's Sheet Metal Advantage
Sheet metal fabrication is one of Vietnam's strongest manufacturing sectors. The country has invested heavily in modern fiber laser cutters, CNC press brakes, and robotic welding cells — equipment on par with the best Chinese factories, at significantly lower operating costs.
For US buyers, the math is compelling: Vietnamese sheet metal parts are exempt from Section 301 tariffs, while identical Chinese parts face 25%. Combined with lower labor and overhead costs, our clients consistently see 35–55% total cost savings on sheet metal components.
DEWIN works with 30+ sheet metal factories across Vietnam — from small, agile shops specializing in low-volume precision work to large-scale operations running 24/7 progressive stamping lines. We match your project to the right facility based on volume, complexity, and certification requirements.
Capabilities
Laser Cutting
Fiber lasers up to 12kW for cutting steel up to 20mm, aluminum up to 16mm, and stainless up to 14mm. Accuracy ±0.05mm. Fast turnaround for prototypes.
Progressive Die Stamping
High-speed stamping presses from 25T to 800T. Progressive, compound, and transfer dies. Ideal for high-volume brackets, clips, terminals, and connectors.
CNC Bending
CNC press brakes up to 300T × 4m. Complex multi-bend parts with ±0.1mm angular accuracy. Offline programming for consistent first-piece quality.
Welding & Assembly
TIG, MIG, spot, and robotic welding. AWS D1.1 certified welders. Full assembly including hardware insertion, riveting, and sub-assembly integration.
Materials & Specifications
Materials
- Mild Steel (SPCC, SPHC, Q235)
- Stainless Steel (304, 316, 430)
- Aluminum (5052, 6061, 1060)
- Galvanized Steel
- Copper & Brass
- Spring Steel (65Mn, SK5)
Thickness Range
- Stamping: 0.3–6mm
- Laser cutting: 0.5–20mm
- Bending: 0.5–12mm
- Welding: 0.8mm+
Tolerances
- Stamping: ±0.05mm
- Laser: ±0.05mm
- Bending: ±0.1mm
- Welding: per AWS D1.1
- Assembly: ±0.2mm
Common Applications
Automotive
Brackets, heat shields, exhaust components, structural reinforcements, electrical enclosures
Industrial & HVAC
Equipment enclosures, ductwork, control panels, machine guards, frames
Furniture & Fixtures
Metal frames, shelf brackets, decorative panels, display stands
Electronics
Server racks, chassis, EMI shields, heat sinks, mounting plates
Agricultural Equipment
Tractor guards, implement brackets, wear plates, hoppers
Construction
Structural connectors, cladding panels, stair components, railings
Surface Finishing
Frequently Asked Questions
What sheet metal processes do you offer?
Laser cutting (fiber & CO2), CNC punching, progressive die stamping, CNC press brake bending, TIG/MIG/spot welding, robotic welding, and assembly. We handle the full workflow from flat blanks to finished assemblies.
What materials can you work with?
Mild steel, stainless steel (304, 316, 430), aluminum (5052, 6061), galvanized steel, copper, brass, and spring steel. Thickness from 0.3mm to 20mm depending on process.
What's the tooling cost for stamping?
Progressive dies typically range from $3,000–$15,000 depending on complexity and number of stations. Simple blanking dies start around $1,500. Tooling is 40–60% less than Chinese equivalents.
Can you handle weldments and assemblies?
Yes — many of our factories are full-service. They laser cut, bend, weld, finish, and assemble in one facility. This reduces handling, improves quality, and shortens lead times.
What certifications do your factories have?
ISO 9001 is baseline. Many also hold ISO 14001, IATF 16949 (automotive), and AWS D1.1 welding certifications. We match factory certifications to your industry requirements.
How fast can you deliver?
Prototypes: 5–7 days. First production run: 15–20 days. Repeat orders: 7–10 days. We maintain safety stock arrangements for high-volume recurring orders.
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