The Steel Deal Blog.
One Prototype Is Easy. Building Fifty Is a Different Story.
Making one prototype proves an idea works. Making 50 means figuring out how to build it efficiently, consistently, and without reinventing the process every time. Here’s what changes when a custom fabrication project moves from prototype to small production run.
Steel, Aluminum, or Stainless? Here’s How We Decide.
Steel, aluminum, and stainless all have things they’re really good at…and things that make them a pain in the ass. Here’s how we decide which material actually makes sense for a custom fabrication project, and why the most expensive option isn’t always the best one.
Can You Build This Cheaper?
Customers ask us all the time if we can build a metal part cheaper than the one they found online. Sometimes the answer is yes…but most of the time, custom fabrication solves a different problem entirely. Here’s why one-off parts cost what they do, when custom fabrication is the right choice, and why we’ll sometimes tell you to buy the factory part instead.
The Power of Prototyping: Creating an Ergonomic Lifter from Scratch
See how JF Fabrication designed a custom ergonomic lifter prototype to improve safety and efficiency. Expert metal fabrication in Atlanta for prototypes and one-of-a-kind solutions.
what is welding?
Welding is at the core of what we do. Whether you're new to the concept or want a refresher, this post explains the fundamentals—types of welding, when to use them, and what makes the process so crucial.
Meet the Maker: Jeremy Farlow’s Journey from Film Special Effects to Atlanta’s Top Fabricator
From movie sets to metal shops, Jeremy of JF Fabrication brings imagination to life. Learn how a background in art, engineering, and special effects fuels a passion for building pieces that last—beautiful, functional, and anything but future trash.
What IS JF FABRICATION?
Design. Fabricate. Repair. JF Fabrication is a responsive, creative workshop where form meets function. From the smallest fix to the boldest vision, your ideas matter—and we’re here to bring them to life.