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Looking for more information about our metal stamping, fabrication, powder coating, welding, or assembly services? This section covers common questions about our capabilities, lead times, prototyping process, engineering support, and more. Whether you’re starting a new project or refining an existing one, our FAQs are here to help you better understand how we work and how we can support your manufacturing needs.

What does Larsen Manufacturing do?
Larsen Manufacturing is a metal manufacturing and contract production partner specializing in precision sheet metal stamping, custom metal fabrication, machining, welding, powder coating, prototyping, and assembly. We support customers from early-stage prototype builds through full-scale production. Our goal is to deliver reliable, repeatable, and high-quality parts and assemblies based on your technical requirements.
What industries do you serve?
We serve a wide range of industries that require consistent, high-quality metal components and assemblies, including:

  • Industrial and general manufacturing
  • Automotive and transportation supply chain
  • Electronics and electrical systems
  • Medical and healthcare manufacturing
  • Energy and infrastructure
  • Commercial equipment and appliances

If you are unsure whether your application fits our capabilities, you can share your requirements (drawing/specifications), and our team can confirm feasibility and production approach.

What manufacturing services do you provide?
Larsen offers complete metal manufacturing capabilities, including:

  • Precision metal stamping
  • Sheet metal fabrication (cutting, punching, bending, forming)
  • Machining (components, features, and precision finishing)
  • Welding (MIG/TIG and other appropriate processes)
  • Powder coating & surface finishing
  • Prototyping and pilot runs
  • Assembly (subassemblies and finished goods)
  • Contract manufacturing solutions (end-to-end supply support)

Customers can engage Larsen for individual services or for turnkey production including fabrication + finishing + assembly.

Do you handle both prototyping and production?
Yes. We support:

  • Prototyping for functional testing and design verification
  • Pilot runs before full production
  • Low, medium, and high volume manufacturing

We work with customers to ensure prototype intent is preserved when transitioning to scalable production.

What materials can you work with?
We commonly work with several industrial metals depending on part type and application, such as:

  • Mild steel / carbon steel
  • Stainless steel
  • Aluminum
  • Coated materials and specialty alloys (as required)

The best material depends on strength, corrosion resistance, finish requirements, operating conditions, and cost targets.

What file formats can I submit for quotation?
For RFQ/quotation, customers typically submit:

  • PDF drawings
  • CAD files (STEP, IGES, DXF, DWG, etc.)
  • Sample photos or sketches (for early concepts)
  • ZIP folders containing multi-part assemblies

If you have only an idea or rough sketch, you can still contact us — we’ll advise the best next step.

What details are required to get a fast and accurate quote?
To generate an accurate quotation quickly, include:

  • Drawing/specification (preferred CAD + PDF)
  • Material type and thickness
  • Quantity (prototype quantity and expected annual volume)
  • Tolerance requirements and critical dimensions
  • Finish/coating requirement (if any)
  • Assembly needs (if the part is part of a larger assembly)
  • Target delivery location and expected timeline

The more complete the input, the faster we can respond with a firm quote and lead time.

Do you offer welding services? What types?
Yes. Larsen provides welding solutions for metal parts and assemblies, including (based on project requirements):

  • MIG welding
  • TIG welding
  • Spot welding / projection welding
  • Welded subassemblies and structural fabrication

Our team can recommend the appropriate welding process based on material type, strength requirements, and cosmetic finishing requirements.

Do you provide CNC machining?
Yes. We support machining operations for parts that require precision features such as holes, slots, threads, tolerances, or finishing details. Machining may be used as a standalone service or combined with stamping and fabrication for efficient production.
Do you provide surface finishing and powder coating?
Yes. Powder coating and surface finishing are available for parts and assemblies when required. Surface finishing improves corrosion resistance, durability, and aesthetics. Our team can advise finishing options based on product environment and performance needs.
Can you deliver fully assembled products?
Yes. We provide assembly services, including:

  • Mechanical assembly
  • Component integration
  • Subassemblies and full assemblies
  • Packaging and shipment support

If your product requires multiple components and fabrication stages, Larsen can often simplify your supply chain by delivering complete assembled units.

What quality standards do you follow?
Quality is a core focus at Larsen. We follow robust internal quality processes and continuous improvement practices. Depending on location/program requirements, our quality systems support:

  • ISO 9001:2015 compliance
  • IATF 16949 certification (for relevant facilities/programs)
  • PPAP support
  • Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured corrective action systems

If your project has industry-specific compliance requirements, you can share them during RFQ and we will confirm alignment.

What is PPAP and do you support it?
PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) is a standardized process used in automotive and other regulated manufacturing environments to validate that a supplier can consistently produce parts meeting the customer’s specifications.

Yes – Larsen supports PPAP requirements when needed for qualifying production parts.
What are typical lead times?
Lead time depends on many factors such as:

  • Complexity of part
  • Material availability
  • Tooling requirements
  • Finishing/coating steps
  • Order volume

Prototypes can often be completed faster than full production orders. The best method is to submit an RFQ with required quantity and delivery expectations so the team can provide realistic lead times.

Do you support long-term supply and repeat production?
Yes. Larsen is structured to support repeat manufacturing and long-term production programs. We prioritize consistency, documentation, and process control so parts remain stable across production batches.
Do you support custom parts?
Yes. Most of Larsen’s work involves custom parts manufactured to customer drawings/specifications. If you have a unique requirement, we can evaluate manufacturability, recommend improvements where needed, and help you achieve a production-ready design.
Where are your facilities located?
Larsen operates from multiple facilities including locations in Illinois (Mundelein) and Texas (El Paso). For the most current address information and contacts, please refer to our Contact/Locations page.
How do I contact Larsen Manufacturing?
You can contact Larsen through:

  • The Contact form on the website
  • Email/phone (as listed on the Contact page)
  • RFQ form submission (recommended for quotations)

For technical quotations, RFQ is the fastest path because it lets you attach drawings and requirements.

How can I apply for a job at Larsen?
Job openings are listed on our Careers page. You can select a job and apply online. If there are no openings currently, you may still submit interest for future opportunities (depending on the career portal options).
I have a question not listed here — what should I do?

Please send your query through the Contact page. If it’s related to manufacturing/quotation, the RFQ form is recommended because it helps our team respond quickly with accurate technical support.

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Our global leadership integrates world-class Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication, Stamping, CNC Machining, Powder Coating, Contract Manufacturing, and comprehensive Value-Added Services.

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