Fabrication Capabilities That Deliver

At WessDel, our fabrication is a commitment to excellence in every detail. Our capabilities are purpose-built to serve industries where precision, performance, and reliability are non-negotiable. From aerospace and defense to semiconductor and advanced research, we deliver fabrication solutions that meet the highest standards and support innovation at every level.

We enable mission success by fabricating parts that power some of the most advanced systems and technologies in the world.

Full-Spectrum Fabrication Services

WessDel offers complete in-house fabrication services tailored to meet the demands of highly complex and mission-critical applications. We have decades of experience working with both standard and exotic materials, including beryllium, AlBeMet, titanium, and other specialty alloys.

Our projects range from spacecraft components and structural frames to telescope housings, gimbal assemblies, and advanced enclosures—each one crafted with strict attention to quality and dimensional accuracy.

We operate a state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced technologies, allowing us to manage every stage of fabrication under one roof. Our in-house capabilities include:

  • CNC and manual milling and turning
  • Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM)
  • High-pressure waterjet cutting
  • Chemical and thermal processing
  • Precision forming and brazing
  • Mechanical and structural assembly

This vertically integrated approach enables faster turnaround times, consistent quality control, and reduced production risks, especially important for complex builds that can’t afford setbacks.

Expertise with Exotic Materials

WessDel is recognized for its specialized work with exotic and hard-to-machine materials. Our expertise in fabricating with beryllium and AlBeMet, materials often used in aerospace and scientific instrumentation, sets us apart from traditional machine shops.

These materials require precise handling due to their unique properties and challenges in fabrication. Our technicians are highly trained in working with sensitive materials and apply rigorous safety and quality protocols to ensure optimal performance and compliance.

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Proven Performance and Industry Trust

WessDel is a trusted fabrication partner to national laboratories, Tier 1 prime contractors, and research institutions across the country. Our components are found in high-stakes applications, from deep space to defense systems, where failure is not an option. Clients continue to choose us for our consistent quality, responsive service, and ability to meet demanding specifications.

We’re proud of our track record and our reputation for delivering with integrity, precision, and care.

Engineering Partnership and Problem Solving

What truly sets WessDel apart is our collaborative, engineering-first approach. We don’t simply follow blueprints—we work closely with your engineering and design teams to improve manufacturability, reduce costs, and solve fabrication challenges before they become production problems.

Whether you’re in the early prototyping phase or scaling up for full production, our team provides technical insights and flexible solutions that align with your project goals. Our engineers and fabricators bring decades of hands-on knowledge to every project, ensuring that even the most complex parts are built correctly the first time.

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We believe that quality processes create quality products

We operate every day with a focus on continual improvement. We always ask ourselves how we can perform better, faster and more economically. This guides us in how we perform the tasks necessary to meet customers’ demanding requirements.

Case Studies

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IPO NPOESS NASA Program
Brazed AlBeMet Structure
Brazed Beryllium Yoke Structure

Contact WessDel for Expert Fabrication Solutions

Ready to take your fabrication project to the next level? Contact WessDel online today or call (408) 496-6822 to learn how our fabrication capabilities can support your technical goals. 

For assemblies that require high-integrity joints between dissimilar or exotic materials, WessDel’s precision brazing capabilities include controlled atmosphere, dip, furnace, and vacuum brazing certified to ANSI, ASME, ASTM, AWS, and Mil-Spec standards. These processes complement our fabrication services and enable the production of complex, mission-critical structures that demand both dimensional accuracy and hermetic sealing.

Fabrication Products FAQs

What in-house processes are included in precision fabrication services?

WessDel keeps every stage of precision metal fabrication under one roof, covering CNC and manual milling and turning, electrical discharge machining, high-pressure waterjet cutting, chemical and thermal processing, precision forming and brazing, and mechanical and structural assembly. This in-house setup shortens lead times and tightens quality control versus multiple outside vendors.

What is the difference between machining and fabrication?

Machining is a subtractive process where material is removed from a workpiece until a finished part takes shape, while fabrication is the broader effort of cutting, forming, machining, joining, and finishing parts into a complete structure or sub-assembly. Aerospace and defense programs often use both, combining machined parts into the final fabricated build.

What types of components does precision fabrication typically produce?

Typical outputs include spacecraft structural components, telescope housings, gimbal assemblies, advanced enclosures, and structural frames built for mission-critical systems. These parts demand tight dimensional accuracy, traceable material certifications, and the integration of multiple processes, such as machining, brazing, and structural assembly, to meet the standards required across aerospace, defense, and research applications.

Can fabrication services support prototype and low-volume builds?

Yes. Precision fabrication suppliers routinely support prototype builds, low-volume runs, and limited production quantities, which are common in aerospace, defense, and research programs. The same process controls and inspection plans used for production are applied to prototypes to keep results consistent as the program scales.

What documentation is delivered with finished fabricated assemblies?

Deliverables typically include a certificate of conformance for sourced components, material certifications traceable to the lot, inspection reports tied to first article inspection, and process records for special operations such as brazing or thermal processing. For ITAR- and DFARS-regulated AS9100D programs, WessDel provides fully controlled, secure documentation packages tailored to the customer’s quality and traceability requirements.

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