Playgrounds require durable, reliable construction to be safe for children to play on. Luckily, PBZ Manufacturing has extensive experience in metal fabrication for playground structures.
Our range of capabilities includes MIG and TIG welding, press brake, laser cutting, assembly, finishing and more. Read on to learn more about how we can assist your playground equipment fabrication project.
Playground equipment manufacturing requires durable materials to ensure compliance with safety standards. Some effective materials for playground equipment design include:
Metal fabricators complete a series of processes like bending, rolling, pressing, welding and finishing to shape and polish different types of metal, forming playground components and structures. There are typically three main stages of the metal fabrication process.
During planning and design, our team uses computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) or computer-aided design (CAD) software to create 2D and 3D product prototypes based on the manufacturer’s request.
This prototype helps us identify and address any flaws, ensuring a safe and functional product. We’ll also experiment with multiple materials to determine the best option for different playground components.
Next, we cut and shape each component based on the specifications determined during the design phase. We use various tools and techniques depending on the product’s or structure’s requirements, such as 2D or 3D laser cutting, tube bending, welding, press brakes or roll-forming equipment. We work carefully with the product’s design to ensure material, shape, size and other details are precise for the product’s desired purpose.
The final stage is assembling and finishing the metal product, rendering it ready for its intended use. Deburring involves removing excess material and smoothing rough edges.
Powder coating fuses a dry, thick powder to the metal’s surface, increasing its strength and preventing corrosion from exposure to chemicals and moisture. Powder coating comes in a wide variety of colors, making the playground structure more aesthetically appealing.
PBZ Manufacturing has the skill and resources to help you ensure a successful metal fabrication process for your playground. Contact us to learn more about what we do or request a free quote for our metal fabrication services today!
