# Complex Metal Parts. From First Sketch to Production.

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Start with CAD, a drawing, photo, sketch, or sample. Ahner builds short-run parts, production work, weldments, and assemblies in Sandusky, Ohio.

## We Manufacture Your Metal Parts

Large Turn Key Systems

With 2 - 5 ton overhead cranes and plenty of jib cranes we are equipped to fabricate and move your larger products or designs

High Volume Parts

With 2 Lasers, 5 press brakes, robotic welders,laser welders and a crew of high skilled fabricators we are well equipped to run your higher volume parts.

## Frequently asked questions

### What metal fabrication services does Ahner provide?

Ahner provides fiber laser and plasma cutting, press-brake forming, MIG, TIG, robotic and laser welding, short-run and heavy fabrication, finishing, assembly, and contract manufacturing for prototype and production parts.

### Can I get an instant online sheet metal or laser cutting quote?

Yes. Upload a supported DXF file for finalized flat geometry or a STEP or STP file for flat or supported formed parts. Larger parts, special materials, welding, finishing, and assemblies receive a custom manufacturing review.

### Which sheet metal materials can I quote online?

The standardized online material set currently includes A1011 carbon steel, 304 2B stainless steel, and 3003 aluminum in the thicknesses offered by the live quote tool. Other materials can be submitted for custom review.

### What information should I include with a sheet metal quote?

Send what exists today: CAD, a drawing, photo, sketch, or sample-part information. Include material, quantity, critical dimensions, fit, finish, timing, and delivery context when known. The team will identify what is still needed for an accurate quote.

### How do I get an online sheet metal bending quote?

Upload the real formed STEP or STP model to the online bending workflow. Parts outside supported geometry or tonnage limits continue as a manufacturing review request instead of receiving an unreliable instant price.