Direct Factory Access - No Middlemen
Unlike Alibaba or trading platforms, we work directly with factories we’ve personally visited and vetted. No agents, no middlemen adding their markup, no runaround.
Cut Your Manufacturing Costs by 30-50%
Expert Overseas Sourcing for Metal Fabrication & Steel Components
Perfect for Seasonal Equipment Manufacturers | Plan Ahead & Save | 12-16 Week Lead Times Work For You
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The Challenge Facing UK & Ireland Engineering Firms
Rising costs are crushing profit margins. There's a better way.
Sound Familiar?
- Seasonal demand means you need stock ready months in advance
- UK & Ireland lead times and costs make pre-building stock financially impossible
- Spring/harvest rush means you can't afford stockouts
- Electricity and fuel costs eating into your margins
- Raw material prices making quotes unprofitable
- Don't have CAD drawings for all your parts - just flat patterns
- Can't justify full-time drawing office staff for seasonal work
- Tried sourcing overseas but got lost in a maze of middlemen
- Wasted weeks on quotes that led nowhere
- Worried about quality from unknown factories
The Alibaba Problem: Why Most Overseas Sourcing Fails
You've probably heard about Alibaba, Made-in-China, and other sourcing platforms. Here's what they won't tell you:
- 90% of listings are trading companies and middlemen, NOT manufacturers
- The "factory" you think you're talking to is often just an agent adding their markup
- You waste months going back and forth with people who've never set foot in a factory
- Quality control is non-existent - you're gambling with every order
- When problems arise, the middleman disappears and you're left holding the bag
- No one understands engineering drawings or UK/Ireland quality standards
We eliminate the middlemen. We work directly with verified factories we've personally used and audited.
Solution
How Metal Fab Source Solves This
We've done the hard work so you don't have to. Direct access to verified factories in India, China, Vietnam, and Turkey.
CAD Modeling Service
Only have flat pattern DXF/DWG files? We’ll create full 3D models of folded parts and assemblies for you. No drawing office needed.
Custom Press Tooling
Need special tooling for your parts? We’ve solved complex manufacturing challenges by having custom press tools, dies, and fixtures made at our factories – eliminating expensive UK tooling costs.
Perfect for Seasonal Stock
12-16 week lead time lets you build inventory before peak season. Plan ahead, save money, never run out during rush periods.
Fast Turnaround Quotes
Send us your drawings today, get competitive quotes within days. Not weeks or months dealing with middlemen who don’t understand engineering.
Quality Guaranteed
We only use factories with proven track records that meet UK & Ireland standards. Your parts meet spec or we make it right.
Real Savings - No Hidden Markup
30-50% cost reduction on medium to high volume orders. Transparent pricing – you see the factory cost, our 10% fee, and shipping. No hidden agent fees.
Consolidated Shipping to UK & Ireland
Your parts ship in our containers. Share the cost, reduce your logistics expenses significantly. Regular shipments to UK and Ireland ports.
Your IP is 100% Protected
NDA provided BEFORE you submit drawings. We never share your designs without signed agreements. Your intellectual property and competitive advantage stays yours – guaranteed.
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Your Intellectual Property is 100% Protected
We understand your designs are your competitive advantage. Trust is everything.
NDA Before You Submit
Request our NDA and sign it BEFORE submitting any drawings. We never ask you to share IP without legal protection in place first.
Factory NDAs Included
Before your drawings go to any factory, we ensure comprehensive NDAs are signed between all parties. Your designs never leave our control unprotected.
We Never Share Without Permission
Your drawings stay confidential during our review. We only share with factories after you’ve approved, paid, and all NDAs are signed. Complete control, always.
Download Our Standard NDA Now
Review it with your legal team. Sign it before submitting any drawings. We're completely transparent about how we protect your IP.
We'll send it immediately. No strings attached, no obligation.
We've been in manufacturing for over 30 years. We understand how valuable your designs are because we protect our own the same way.
Who We Help
Specialist support for agricultural and construction equipment manufacturers
Seasonal Manufacturers
Build stock during off-season for spring rush or harvest time. Our 8-12 week lead time works perfectly with your planning cycle.
Agricultural Equipment
Trailers, feeders, handling equipment, attachments - we understand farming equipment requirements and timelines.
Construction Kit Suppliers
Pre-cut kits, modular components, repetitive assemblies - ideal for our volume pricing and container consolidation.
CAD Modeling Service Done For You
Don't have 3D models? We'll create them. Available as standalone service or included with fabrication.
What We Create
- 3D models from flat pattern DXF/DWG files
- Folded part models with bend lines and tolerances
- Full assembly models (STP/STEP files)
- Manufacturing-ready technical drawings
Why This Matters
Overseas factories need proper 3D models to quote accurately and manufacture correctly.
- Inaccurate quotes
- Manufacturing errors
- Endless back-and-forth
- Wasted time and money
Without them, you get:Stand-Alone Service
Need models but not fabrication? We offer CAD modeling as a separate service.
- Updating old drawings
- Design modifications
- Documentation projects
- No drawing office overhead
Perfect for:
Eliminates the need for full-time drawing office staff. Pay only for what you need, when you need it.
Partner Factories
From precision laser cutting to complex fabricated assemblies - quality work from our verified partner factories
Laser Cut & Folded Parts
Press Brake & Forming
Complex Fabricated Assemblies
Our Process
Getting custom parts manufactured overseas shouldn't be complicated. We've streamlined the entire process—from quote to delivery—so you can focus on building your product while we handle the manufacturing logistics.
Submit Drawings
Send us your CAD files (DXF, DWG, STP). Clear, complete drawings with all specifications.
Get Quotes
We contact our verified factories directly. You’ll have competitive quotes within days.
Order Placement & Deposit
Once you approve the quote, we place your order with the factory. 40% deposit required (USD). Balance due when order is complete and in transit.
Receive Parts
8-12 weeks from order to delivery. Quality checked and shipped in our containers.
Important: This Service Is For
Medium to high volume repeat orders only. If you need one-offs or prototypes, this isn't the right fit. Our model works best for:
- Seasonal manufacturers planning stock 3-6 months ahead
- Production runs of 50+ units minimum
- Repeat orders where setup costs are spread over volume
- Companies comfortable with 12-16 week lead times
Simple, Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. No surprises.
Our Fee Structure
- 10% commission on factory price
- Shipping costs shared based on volume
- Free quotes - no obligation
- Free consultation to assess your needs
- NDA provided at no extra cost
- CAD modeling - quoted separately or included with orders
Payment Terms
- 40% deposit when order is placed with factory
- 60% balance when order is complete and in transit
- Payment in USD (US Dollars)
Example: If the factory quotes £10,000, you pay £11,000 + your share of shipping. Compare that to £15,000-20,000 locally.
How to Get Your Quote
Simple 3-step process. Serious enquiries only.
Submit Your Drawings
Click the button below to schedule a time on our calendar for a Free, No-Obligation initial meet and greet phone call.
Book Your Free Consultation
On the call, we will discuss your requirements to establish if we can help.We Review & Confirm
We review your drawings to ensure your project is suitable for overseas sourcing.
If quotable, we'll send a payment link for the £199 + VAT quote fee (fully credited to your first order).
Fee only applies to projects we can quote. No charge if your project isn't suitable.Receive Your Quote
Factory-direct pricing within 2-3 business days
Detailed breakdown including manufacturing cost, our 10% fee, and shipping estimate.
What We Need for an Accurate Quote:
- 3D models from flat pattern DXF/DWG files
- Folded part models with bend lines and tolerances
- Full assembly models (STP/STEP files)
- Manufacturing-ready technical drawings
Concerned about IP protection? Request our NDA before submitting – we’ll send it immediately.
Don’t have 3D models? No problem – send us your flat patterns and we’ll model them for you.
Quick Email Quote (For Simple Parts)
For straightforward laser cut or folded parts, email us directly:
quotes@metalfabsource.com
Include: DXF/DWG files, material specs, quantities. We’ll let you know if it’s suitable for a quick quote or needs the full process.
Ready to See Real Savings?
£199 quote fee, fully credited to your first order. Most quotes returned within 2-3 business days.