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Fabrication & Welding Services — MIG, TIG, Spot & Fiber Laser Welding for Sheet Metal Enclosures

Eterna Global Solutions LLP operates a dedicated fabrication and welding department at our Noida facility with multiple MIG, TIG, resistance spot, and fiber laser welding stations to join, assemble, and finish sheet metal enclosures, server racks, telecom cabinets, battery housings, and OEM assemblies. We weld mild steel, stainless steel (304/316), aluminium, galvanized steel, and pre-coated steel across typical enclosure thickness ranges (0.5 mm to 6.0 mm), selecting the process based on joint design, structural requirement, corrosion intent, and cosmetic finish expectations.

Our welding cell is the production bridge between formed parts and finished assemblies. After blanks are laser-cut and press-brake formed, parts enter fabrication for fit-up, tack welding, full welding, hardware insertion, and sub-assembly. With four welding processes under one roof, we select the right method per joint — MIG for structural speed, TIG for clean visible seams (especially stainless steel), spot welding for overlap joints, and fiber laser welding for thin skins where minimal heat distortion is critical.

Have formed parts that need welding and assembly?
Share drawings or assembly models — we recommend the optimal welding approach and quote fabrication within 24–48 hours.

Fabrication and welding overview

Joining formed parts into finished assemblies.

What is sheet metal fabrication and welding?

Fabrication is the stage where formed sheet metal components are joined into sub-assemblies and finished products. It includes fit-up, tack welding, full welding, hardware insertion (clinch nuts/studs, rivets), grinding and surface preparation, and sub-assembly for multi-part enclosures. Welding quality affects structural strength, door sealing, IP performance, appearance, and long-term durability.

How Eterna fabricates for repeatability

We run dedicated welding bays for MIG, TIG, spot and fiber laser welding, with process selection defined by joint type, material, thickness, load case, and cosmetic requirement. Fixtures and jigs are used for recurring production to lock alignment and ensure batch-to-batch consistency. Welds are inspected visually on every assembly, and additional tests are applied on sample basis when required by customer specifications.

Why this matters for buyers: Multi-process welding capability in one facility reduces outsourcing risk, shortens lead time, and ensures the correct process is used for each joint instead of a “one-process-fits-all” compromise.

Welding and fabrication capabilities at a glance

Quantified for vendor qualification.
4 processesMIG, TIG, Spot, Fiber Laser
0.5–6.0 mmTypical thickness range
MS / SS / AlPlus GI & pre-coated
RoHSHardware compliant
Fixtures & jigsRepeatable batch assembly
Low distortionLaser/spot for thin skins
PEM / equiv.Insertion standard
Fast turnsScaling via multiple bays
Procurement note: If your program requires specific weld procedure documentation (WPS), third-party inspection, or customer-defined acceptance criteria, share requirements at RFQ stage.

Welding processes (click to expand)

MIG • TIG • Spot • Fiber laser — process per application.
Process selection guide: Structural + speed = MIG. Cosmetic + SS/Al = TIG. Overlap joints = Spot. Thin skins + distortion control = Fiber Laser. Many enclosure programs use a combination across different joints.

Hardware insertion during fabrication

Clinch hardware, rivets, rivet nuts — RoHS compliant.

Self-clinching hardware (PEM / equivalent)

We install self-clinching fasteners including clinch nuts (M3–M10), studs, standoffs, and floating nuts with controlled insertion tooling. This provides strong threaded points without welding and supports repeatable assembly at production scale.

Blind rivets and rivet nuts

Blind rivets and rivet nuts are used where welding is not preferred (for example on pre-coated, GI, or aluminium parts). Installation is controlled to ensure consistent seating and pull-up performance. Hardware compliance and documentation can be provided on request.

Weld nuts and weld studs (where required)

For higher pull-out strength points (heavy-duty bases, caster mounts, load-bearing brackets), weld nuts/studs are applied to meet mechanical requirements defined in drawings and BOM callouts.

Grounding hardware

We support earth points, grounding studs and bonding features for racks/cabinets and electrical enclosures, aligned to customer grounding requirements and assembly standards.

Quality commitment: Hardware is selected for fit, pull-out strength, corrosion intent, and compliance. Standard inventory helps reduce lead-time risk during production ramp-up.

Fabrication production flow

From formed parts to welded, dressed, paint-ready assembly.
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Parts kitting & fit-up check

Staging, alignment, revision control

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Parts are staged and verified against BOM and revision. Fit-up checks in fixtures reduce rework and ensure consistent build quality before welding begins.

  • BOM and drawing revision verification
  • Gap control and flushness check
  • Surface prep for weld quality (degrease / oxide removal as required)
Delivery assurance: Multiple welding bays and fixture-led assembly support stable output for pilot builds through serial production.

Post-weld surface finishing (standard service)

Every assembly dressed before coating.

Mild steel and galvanized steel

Weld dressing is applied to meet coating readiness and appearance intent. Surface preparation supports consistent powder coating adhesion and reduces rework at pre-treatment/coating stages.

Stainless steel and aluminium

Where stainless or aluminium welds are visible, finishing is performed to blend the weld line to the specified appearance standard. Corrosion intent and cosmetic requirements are aligned during RFQ/DFM review.

Key point: Surface finishing is treated as part of the build standard for enclosures — not an afterthought.

Quality control in fabrication and welding

Inspection, testing, and traceability.

Visual weld inspection (every assembly)

Each assembly is checked for weld profile and consistency, including common defects (porosity, undercut, spatter). Cosmetic surfaces receive additional appearance review where specified.

Dimensional inspection

Post-weld checks verify distortion control and fit-critical interfaces (door openings, gasket planes, alignment features, and rack/cabinet mounting interfaces).

Testing (as required)

When programs require enhanced verification, testing is performed on sample basis (spot weld peel checks, hardware pull/torque checks, and other customer-defined validations).

Fixtures for repeatability

Dedicated jigs and fixtures support consistent alignment and faster throughput on recurring assemblies — a key requirement for supplier qualification and stable serial production.

Traceability: Production order tracking and inspection sign-off can be provided where required for regulated or high-reliability programs.

Frequently asked questions

Welding, fabrication, and hardware insertion queries.

Need welding and fabrication for your sheet metal assembly?

Send drawings or 3D models — we recommend the optimal process mix and quote within 24–48 hours.

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