Sheet Metal Prototyping for the Next Generation of Infrastructure
Turn complex CAD models into functional metal prototypes. Sintel’s vertically integrated facility accelerates your product development from concept to full-scale production.
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Why Choose Sintel for Sheet Metal Prototypes?
Sintel combines the speed of rapid prototyping with the engineering depth of a high-volume OEM partner.
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Every prototype project begins with a consultation to identify cost-saving opportunities, reduce weight, and improve manufacturability.
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Scale Without Friction
Our facility is designed to easily scale your large-part prototype into production runs of 5,000+ units, using high-quality equipment.
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Vertical In-House Process
From laser cutting and robotic welding to in-house powder coating and assembly, we handle the entire timeline to ensure on-time delivery. Our prototypes are engineered for our 30,000 lbs/hr paint capacity and automated vertical lines.
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OEM Partnership
We partner with you from start to finish, optimizing your design to handle heavy, large parts that no one else can.
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Our Prototyping Capabilities
1. Large & Heavy Weldment Processing
We engineer massive weldments for Data Centers. Our prototyping phase tests the limits of weight and scale.
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High-Speed Cobots: We apply the same robotic technique in prototyping as in production to ensure consistency.
2. Industry-Leading Finishing (The "Big Powder" Advantage)
Stop designing prototypes around small oven constraints.
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Massive Capacity: Prototype parts up to 53’ x 14’ x 14’.
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Large Powder Coating: Engineered for 30,000 lbs/hr, ensuring your prototype finish matches the durability of your final production run.
3. Optimized Logistics
Our facility features drive-thru truck loading/unloading, meaning we can move your massive prototypes from our floor to your testing site with zero friction.
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Prototyping Specifications (Heavy Industrial)
Feature | Sintel Standard |
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Logistics | Integrated Drive-thru loading for oversized loads |
Material Specialty | Heavy-gauge steel, Aluminum, High-strength alloys |
Welding Technology | Manual & Robotic |
Max Finishing Envelope | 53’ L x 14’ W x 14’ H |
Primary Focus | Large-scale weldments & OEM systems integration |
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The Process: From Prototype to Production
1. Design & Upload:
Upload your 3D CAD files. Our engineering team reviews your design for material utilization and feature proximity to bends.
2. Engineering Collaboration:
We provide feedback on how to optimize your part for "Real World" manufacturing, helping you avoid costly design changes during the production phase.
3. Rapid Fabrication:
Your parts are cut, formed, and finished in our facility.
4. Quality Assurance:
Every prototype undergoes extensive inspection to ensure it meets 99% first-pass quality yields before it leaves our dock.
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Industries We Serve
Our robotic welding services support manufacturers across industries such as
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Data Center
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IT Infrastructure
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Construction Machinery
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Defense
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Agricultural Equipment
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The Sintel Advantage
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Maximize Automation for Metal Fabrication
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Heavy and Large Weldments
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In-House Powder Coat (53’x14’x14’) and Paint 14’x14’x53’ parts
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Design for Manufacturing/Installation to guarantee products can be properly shipped, installed, and repeated on job site(s)
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40+ Years of Industry Experience
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100% Project Lifecycle Management
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Integrated Fabrication and Finishing
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Best-in-Class On-Time Delivery
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10+ Engineering staff and Owner Support
