Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Sheet Metal Fabrication Solutions
Established in 1985, V & F Sheet Metal is a family-run sheet metal fabrication company based in Fareham, Hampshire. We specialize in delivering tailored sheet metal solutions, from one-off prototypes to high-volume press work, serving industries such as lighting, heating, electronics, and audio across the UK and Europe. Our expertise spans CNC punching, laser cutting, bending, welding, and fabrication, supported by advanced machinery like the Trumpf 3000R CNC Punching Press and Radan CAD/CAM software. We pride ourselves on adaptability, offering free design advice, sub-assembly services, and finishes to meet exact specifications.With decades of experience, we combine technical precision with cost-effective manufacturing to transform client visions into reality. Our commitment to quality is underscored by regular deliveries to cities like Portsmouth, Winchester, and Southampton, alongside nationwide overnight services. By eliminating unnecessary tooling costs through our extensive CNC punch tool library, we help clients optimize designs and reduce expenses. Whether handling small batches or large-scale production, our Fareham facility serves as a hub for comprehensive sheet metal fabrication, ensuring flexibility and reliability at every project stage.
Services
Laser Cutting
CNC Punching
CNC Bending
Welding
Fabrication
Press Work
Assembly
Design Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer an extensive library of CNC punch tools to eliminate costly new tooling.
- Our in-house Trumpf fibre laser cutting ensures precision for complex designs.
- Free design advice helps optimize manufacturability and reduce costs.
- Comprehensive service from prototyping to high-volume press work.
- Decades of expertise in sheet metal fabrication for diverse industries.
Services
Laser Cutting
Our Trumpf 3030 3KW fibre laser cutting machine delivers high-precision cuts for intricate designs and complex shapes. This technology eliminates tooling costs for circular components and irregular profiles, ensuring efficiency and accuracy. Ideal for both prototyping and high-volume production, our laser cutting service supports rapid turnaround times without compromising quality.
CNC Punching
Using the Trumpf 3000R CNC Punching Press, we produce precise sheet metal components with speeds up to 1,500 strokes per minute. Our extensive tool library accommodates standard shapes like circles, rectangles, and ventilation slots, reducing the need for custom tooling. This service is perfect for cost-effective, high-volume production of electronic component cutouts and light fitting holders.
CNC Bending
Our Safan e-brake CNC bending machines and Trumpf 7036 systems ensure accurate, repeatable bends for complex sheet metal parts. With capabilities for U-bends, Z-bends, and small joggles, we handle projects from simple brackets to intricate assemblies. This service integrates seamlessly with our design and fabrication processes for end-to-end solutions.
Welding
We offer spot welding and stud welding services for durable, high-strength joints in sheet metal components. Our skilled technicians use advanced techniques to ensure structural integrity and precision, supporting applications in electronics, lighting, and industrial equipment. Welding is integrated into our fabrication workflows for seamless assembly.
Fabrication
From design to final assembly, our comprehensive fabrication service includes cutting, bending, punching, and welding. We handle projects of all scales, producing boxes, brackets, and custom enclosures tailored to client specifications. Using Radan CAD/CAM software, we optimize designs for manufacturability and cost efficiency.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We specialize in sheet metal fabrication for lighting, heating, electronics, audio, and allied industries across the UK and Europe.
What materials do you work with?
We handle mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium, offering treatments and finishes to meet specific requirements.
Can you assist with design optimization?
Yes, we provide free design advice to enhance manufacturability and reduce costs using our extensive tooling library.
What production volumes do you support?
From one-off prototypes to high-volume press work, we cater to both small batches and large-scale production.
Do you offer nationwide delivery?
Yes, we provide regular deliveries across the UK, including Portsmouth, Winchester, and Southampton, with overnight options.
What machinery do you use?
We utilize advanced equipment like the Trumpf 3000R CNC Punching Press, Trumpf 3030 laser cutter, and Radan CAD/CAM software.
Reviews (6)
Allan Cooper
Nov 24, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Great to deal with, professional, great workmanship and prompt answers to questions.
Great to deal with, professional, great workmanship and prompt answers to questions.
Owen Spicer
Nov 06, 2021
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V&F have been a loyal customer for a number of years and it has been a pleasure for us work with them. Great communication with clear and effective instructions they are always happy to work with us to achieve the end goal. We would recommend V&F if youre looking for reliable service, great customer service and flexible solutions.
Richard Goldingham
Nov 03, 2021
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Having had a business relationship with V and F for over 30 years, I have no hesitation in recommending this company to others. The company has rightly developed a sound reputation for delivering a quality product in a timely manner. A continual and well considered investment in staff, premises and machinery have all contributed to the success..
Tony Brierley
Nov 01, 2021
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We have been dealing with Ray at V & F for many years and have found the company to be very professional and produce high quality work. Hope to continue our relationship for many years to come.
We have been dealing with Ray at V & F for many years and have found the company to be very professional and produce high quality work. Hope to continue our relationship for many years to come.
Adam Poyser
Oct 30, 2021
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V&F are a great organisation who produce high quality work on time every time. HCA have been powder coating for them for 5 years and would always recommend V&F if asked about Sheetmetal suppliers.
V&F are a great organisation who produce high quality work on time every time. HCA have been powder coating for them for 5 years and would always recommend V&F if asked about Sheetmetal suppliers.
Andy Blandford
Oct 25, 2021
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We have worked with V&F Sheetmetal for many years, It's nice to do work for a professional company.
We have worked with V&F Sheetmetal for many years, It's nice to do work for a professional company.
