The Role of Metal Fabrication in the Hospitality Industry
Metal fabrication is one of the major components of new infrastructure for the hospitality industry—transforming raw materials into the steel beams, supports, enclosures, panels, and more that are used in hospitality construction and design.
It bridges creativity and engineering, from functional infrastructure pieces to aesthetic designs and custom furniture and fixtures, and metal fabrication can be a large part of the hospitality industry.
Metal fabrication fuels efficiency and sustainability, and allows for durability and maintenance in hospitality, allowing every project to stand the test of time.
Benefits of Metal Fabrication in the Hospitality Industry
Custom metal fabrication ensures hospitality buildings withstand time, weather, and heavy use. Metals like stainless steel and aluminum are resistant to wear, corrosion, and extreme weather, making them perfect for high-traffic areas. The unmatched strength and reliability of customized metal fabrication minimizes maintenance costs and reduces the need for frequent replacements, making it a cost-effective choice that can last for decades without major repairs or replacements.
Durability
Custom metal fabrication allows designs to come to life with custom shapes, finishes, and patterns that suit your brand or design concept. Our team can create signature design elements, including laser-cuts, branded signage, and unique fixtures, to blend functionality and aesthetics for a one-of-a-kind space. Unlike buy-out products, custom-fabricated metal components are designed to fit precise specifications, which allows for greater design freedom and proper functionality.
Customization & Design Flexibility
Precision in metal fabrication ensures that every metal component fits perfectly, meeting the exact specifications and tolerances required for long-term functionality. Precision also enhances project integrity, ensuring the final product is as structurally sound as possible.
Precision
Using stainless steel for your custom metal fabrication in hospitality is ideal for commercial kitchens, bathrooms, food service areas, and more because it is non-porous and easy to sanitize. This makes it easier to maintain health and safety standards and allows your guests to feel comfortable in your space.
Hygiene & Cleanliness
Metal fabrication is a sustainable option that offers the hospitality industry eco-friendly solutions without compromising quality or performance. Metals like steel and aluminum are recyclable, helping to reduce environmental impact and material waste. Energy-efficient production processes and reusing scrap materials also contribute to greener construction practices.
Sustainability
Hospitality Industry Metal Fabrication: Our Areas of Application
Madden Fabrication can help with custom structural designs, repairs, or updates that your hospitality building might need. These might include beams, railings, ramps, stairs, walkways, and more.
Structural
We can also help with creating custom architectural designs that enhance aesthetic or safety, including:
Free-standing metal awnings
Wall-mounted awnings
Handrails
Guardrails
Gates
Fencing
Enclosures
Architectural
Madden Fabrication can fabricate parts for worn-down equipment and create new pieces necessary for the hospitality industry. From repairing beams and equipment to creating new parts and components, we can do it all.
Facility Maintenance
Types of Hospitality Facilities We Collaborate On
Lodging
Food & Beverage
Event & Convention
Wellness & Recreation
Outdoor & Leisure
Support & Service
Travel
Madden’s Equipment and Capabilities for Hospitality Projects
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5'x10' CNC plasma cutting table up to 1" thick
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Saw Cutting 18 inches x 18 inches
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120-ton ironworker punch, shear and break
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50-ton ironworker with shearing and coping tooling
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Programmable draw bender for pipe, tube, and steel shapes
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GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, SMAW, SAW welding capabilities in shop and field
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500# weld positioner
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75-foot 10-ton bridge crane
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11,000# and 3500# forklifting capabilities
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Flatbed and field trucks for quick direct shipping and service work
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Drilling, milling, overlay, and machining equipment
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Plasma and oxyacetylene, manual and semiautomatic cutting capabilities
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In-house Autocad and Solidworks software
Hospitality Industry: How To Get Started on Your Next Metal Fabrication Project
Start by sharing details of your hospitality-related project and fabrication needs by filling out our online form or calling us at (503) 226-3968.
Step 1:
Contact Us
Once we have all of your information, we’ll review the specifications of your hospitality project and create a bid to meet all the metal fabrication requirements.
Step 2:
Specs Review
Next, we’ll fabricate the components needed for your project with skill and precision, keeping you updated on our progress along the way.
Step 3:
Fabrication
Our team can provide expert installation of the final product for projects within a ~100-mile radius of Portland, Oregon.
Step 4:
Installation
Let Our Expert Fabrications Answer Your Hospitality Industry Metal Fabrication FAQs
Where is metal fabrication typically used in hospitality spaces?
Madden Fabrication can create nearly any custom metal fabrication your hospitality space might need, but we often fabricate kitchen equipment, furniture, structural and architectural features, decor, and outdoor fixtures.
Do we have to submit our hospitality project through a bidding system?
No bidding is needed to submit your metal fabrication hospitality project with Madden Fabrication. You can also reach out to us directly via phone or our online contact form to submit the details of your project so we can move forward with getting started.
Why choose metal over other materials for the hospitality industry?
How do you ensure the final product will meet code requirements?
We are familiar with local and state building codes and all standards related to kitchens, handrails, fire safety, and ADA-compliant structures, and we work with all stakeholders to ensure everyone is on the same page before beginning your hospitality project.
Do you offer all metal fabrication services in-house?
We can typically complete most aspects of our metal fabrication projects in-house, but we also have relationships with other fabricators who can facilitate any part of the process we don’t offer in-house. You will not need to source any services on your own.
The various metals we work with at Madden Fabrication are durable, customizable, and cost-effective for many hospitality industry projects. You’ll appreciate the ease of cleaning and maintenance compared to other materials, and the custom design flexibility you get when choosing metal fabrication.