Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication Services in Havant
Havant Sheet Metal has been a trusted leader in precision sheet metal fabrication since 1939, combining over 85 years of expertise with cutting-edge technology. Based in Havant, Hampshire, we specialise in delivering high-quality components in stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminium to diverse sectors including defence, aerospace, marine, pharmaceuticals, and telecommunications. Our team of over 40 skilled professionals utilises state-of-the-art equipment such as CNC punching, fibre laser cutting, and welding to ensure exceptional precision and efficiency.With ISO 9001 accreditation, we maintain rigorous quality control while prioritising sustainability through recycling initiatives and energy-efficient practices. Our commitment to innovation, client collaboration, and on-time delivery has fostered long-term partnerships with industry leaders. By integrating in-house capabilities with trusted subcontractors, we provide end-to-end solutions tailored to complex project requirements, ensuring reliability and excellence in every fabrication.
Services
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Sheet Metal Finishing
Surface Coating
Subcontracting
CNC Punching
Fibre Laser Cutting
Folding
Welding
Tubular Fabrication
Stove Enamelling
Details
- Year established: 1939
Highlights and features
- We have over 85 years of experience in sheet metal fabrication.
- Our ISO 9001 accreditation ensures rigorous quality standards.
- We utilise state-of-the-art CNC and laser cutting technologies.
- Our team of 40+ experts delivers tailored solutions for complex projects.
- We maintain sustainability through recycling and energy-efficient practices.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
What people say
Precision and finesse
Excellent customer service
High quality workmanship
Responsive team
On-time delivery
Services
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Our precision sheet metal fabrication combines CAD design with advanced machinery to create custom components for defence, aerospace, and pharmaceutical sectors. Using materials like stainless steel and aluminium, we deliver complex geometries with tolerances as tight as 0.1mm. Our 85-year heritage ensures solutions that balance innovation with reliability for critical applications.
Surface Coating
We provide durable surface coatings including powder painting and wet spraying to enhance corrosion resistance and aesthetics. Our two large curing ovens accommodate components up to 3m x 1.5m, ensuring industrial-grade finishes for marine and defence equipment. Quality checks follow ISO 9001 standards to guarantee coating adhesion and longevity.
CNC Punching
Our CNC punching capabilities produce intricate sheet metal components at high speed with 0.05mm accuracy. This process creates complex shapes in materials up to 4mm thick, supporting rapid prototyping and large-volume production runs for electronics and commercial office equipment sectors.
Fibre Laser Cutting
Precision fibre laser technology enables us to cut complex profiles in metals up to 20mm thick with 0.02mm accuracy. This non-contact method ensures clean edges and minimal material distortion, ideal for aerospace components requiring tight tolerances and repeatable quality.
Tubular Fabrication
Specialist tubular fabrication services create complex 3D shapes in round, square, and rectangular sections. Using CNC bending machines with 0.1 angular accuracy, we produce structural frameworks and fluid systems for defence vehicles and industrial machinery applications.
People
Paul Rabbetts
Managing Director
Paul leads strategic growth while maintaining operational oversight. With 25+ years in metal fabrication, he champions innovation and sustainability, driving investments in advanced machinery to maintain industry leadership.
Tony Molloy
Operations Manager
Tony oversees production efficiency across 30+ staff. His 20-year expertise in lean manufacturing ensures optimal workflow, reducing lead times by 30% while maintaining ISO 9001 compliance across all fabrication processes.
Jon Elford
Operations Supervisor
Jon manages day-to-day shop floor activities with a focus on quality control. His engineering background ensures adherence to tight tolerances, particularly in aerospace components requiring 0.05mm precision.
Carl Benfield
Sales & Marketing Manager
Carl develops client relationships across defence and pharmaceutical sectors. He coordinates technical consultations to align fabrication capabilities with customer-specific requirements, ensuring solutions meet regulatory standards.
Emma Swiatek
Quality, Health & Safety Coordinator
Emma maintains ISO 9001 standards and safety protocols. She implements continuous improvement initiatives that reduced production waste by 22% while ensuring compliance with industry-specific quality documentation requirements.
Questions
What industries do you specialise in?
We serve defence, aerospace, pharmaceutical, marine, telecommunications, and electronics sectors with tailored fabrication solutions.
What materials can you work with?
We handle stainless steel, mild steel, aluminium, brass, copper, zinc, and galvanised steel for diverse applications.
Do you offer subcontracting services?
Yes, we coordinate trusted subcontractors for specialist tasks like electroplating and precision machining while maintaining quality oversight.
What quality standards do you follow?
We maintain ISO 9001 accreditation with rigorous in-process inspections and final quality checks for all components.
Can you handle urgent projects?
Our flexible production scheduling accommodates time-sensitive orders while maintaining our quality commitments.
What sustainability practices do you implement?
We recycle 95% of metal offcuts, use energy-efficient lighting, and employ eco-friendly packaging materials to reduce environmental impact.
