A sheet metal contractor is a professional who specializes in the fabrication, installation, repair and maintenance of metal products and systems, such as ductwork, roofing, siding, gutters, flashing, hoods, vents and more. Sheet metal contractors work with various types of metals, such as steel, aluminum, copper, brass, zinc and stainless steel, as well as other materials like fiberglass and plastic. Sheet metal contractors can provide services for residential, commercial and industrial projects, ranging from HVAC systems to architectural features to industrial equipment.
According to the Law Insider website, a sheet metal contractor in the United States must have the experience, knowledge and skill necessary for the manufacture, fabrication, assembling, handling, erection, installation, dismantling, conditioning, adjustment, insulation, alteration, repair, servicing or design of metal work of U.S. No. 10 gauge or its equivalent or lighter gauge and of air-handling systems. A sheet metal contractor may also be required to obtain a license or certification from the state or local authorities, depending on the jurisdiction and the scope of work.
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The sheet metal industry is a large and diverse sector in the United States, with many sheet metal contractors operating across the country. According to the Thomasnet website, some of the top metal manufacturers and fabricators in the United States are O'Neal Manufacturing Services (Birmingham, AL), Ryerson (Chicago, IL), MetalTek International (Waukesha, WI), TW Metals (Exton, PA) and Arconic (Pittsburgh, PA). Some examples of sheet metal contractors that offer specific services or serve specific regions are KK Metal Works (San Francisco Bay Area), Hudson Sheet Metal Company (Ashland, VA), South Industrial Sheet Metal (Salina, KS), Roofmasters Roofing and Sheet Metal (Hays, KS) and Wichita Sheet Metal Supply Inc (Wichita, KS).
The sheet metal industry is also facing some challenges and opportunities in the current market. According to the Levelset website, some of the factors that affect the sheet metal contractors are urbanization, supply chain disruptions, labor shortage, technology adoption and environmental regulations. The website also lists the 10 biggest sheet metal contractors in the U.S. in 2022 based on their annual revenue. These are TDIndustries (Dallas, TX), Limbach Holdings Inc (Pittsburgh, PA), Southland Industries (Garden Grove, CA), ACCO Engineered Systems (Glendale, CA), MMC Contractors (Kansas City, MO), University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors Inc (El Cajon, CA), Brandt Companies LLC (Carrollton TX), Hill York Service Corp (Fort Lauderdale FL), Wm. T. Spaeder Co Inc (Erie PA) and Hermanson Company LLP (Kent WA).
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