Cutting & Forming
American Alloy delivers precision cutting and forming services for sheet, plate, tube, and structural materials. With advanced laser cutting, tube laser cutting, waterjet cutting, punching, rolling, bending, and forming capabilities, we produce accurate components ready for fabrication, machining, finishing, or assembly.
A Single Source for Precision Metal Processing
Whether you need prototype parts, production components, or large-scale fabrication support, our cutting and forming capabilities help reduce lead times, improve quality, and simplify supply chains. American Alloy supports customers across automation, industrial equipment, food processing, defense, infrastructure, and other demanding industries throughout North America.
Cutting & Forming Capabilities
Laser Cutting
High-speed, high-precision cutting for carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
Key Capabilities:
- (5) laser cutting systems
- Tight tolerances
- Production and prototype runs
Tube Laser Cutting
Precision cutting of tube, pipe, angle, and structural shapes.
Key Capabilities:
- (2) tube laser systems
- Round tube up to 8.625” OD
- Square tube up to 6” x 6”
- Angle and channel processing
- Complex cut features and coping
Waterjet Cutting
Ideal for thick materials and applications requiring minimal heat distortion.
Key Capabilities:
- Steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and plastics
- Complex geometries
- No heat-affected zone
Turret Punching
Efficient production of sheet metal components requiring repetitive features and formed details.
Press Brake Forming
Accurate bending and forming of sheet and plate materials.
Key Capabilities:
- (10) press brakes
- Up to 240 tons
- Bend lengths up to 168.5″
Rolling & Tube Forming
Custom rolled and formed components for tanks, frames, cylinders, and structural assemblies.
Materials We Process
Our cutting and forming capabilities support a wide range of materials, including:
- Stainless Steel
- Carbon Steel
- Aluminum
- Structural Shapes
- Tube and Pipe
- Select Plastics
Common Applications
Our cutting and forming services support projects such as:
- Machine Frames
- Equipment Enclosures
- Conveyors
- Industrial Ductwork
- Structural Supports
- Tanks and Hoppers
- Food Processing
- Equipment
- Electrical Enclosures
- Material Handling
- Systems
- OEM Components
More Than a Cutting Shop
Many suppliers stop at cutting and forming. American Alloy provides complete in-house manufacturing support through:
- Welding & Fabrication
- Large Fabrication
- CNC Machining
- Wet Painting
- Powder Coating
- Assembly
- Stainless Steel Fabrication
By keeping production under one roof, we help customers reduce vendor complexity, improve quality control, and accelerate project timelines.
Equipment Highlights
Laser Cutting
- (5) Laser Systems
- Up to 80″ × 160″ sheets
Tube Laser Cutting
- (2) Tube Lasers
- Up to 8″ OD Round Tube
Waterjet Cutting
- (2) Waterjets
- Up to 84″ × 252″
Forming Equipment
- (10) Press Brakes
- Up to 240 Tons
Rolling & Tube Forming
- Sheet Rolling
- Plate Rolling
- Tube Bending
- Section Rolling
Industries We Support
Automation & Equipment Builders
Custom components and assemblies for OEM equipment manufacturers.
Food, Medical & Sanitary Manufacturing
Precision stainless steel components and sanitary equipment applications.
Energy, Defense & Industrial Infrastructure
Durable components for demanding industrial and mission-critical environments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials can American Alloy cut and form?
We process carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, structural shapes, tube, pipe, and select plastics.
What is the difference between laser cutting and waterjet cutting?
Laser cutting offers speed and precision for many metal applications, while waterjet cutting is ideal for thick materials and applications requiring no heat-affected zone.
What tube laser capabilities does American Alloy offer?
Our tube laser systems process round tube, square tube, rectangular tube, angle, and channel materials up to specified capacity limits.
Can American Alloy support prototype and production quantities?
Yes. We support everything from prototype development and short runs to high-volume production.
Do you offer forming services after cutting?
Yes. We provide press brake forming, rolling, tube bending, and additional fabrication services entirely in-house.
Built for Precision and Quality
- AWS Certified Welding Programs
- ITAR Registered Operations
- Dedicated Stainless Steel Fabrication Areas
- In-House Inspection and Quality Controls
- 250+ Employees
- 250,000+ Square Feet of Manufacturing Space
Ready to Start Your Next Project?
Whether you need precision-cut components, formed parts, or complete manufacturing support, American Alloy has the equipment, expertise, and capacity to deliver.