Structural supports, equipment platforms, pipe racks, mezzanines, and heavy-duty custom components fabricated to spec in our Sandy, Utah shop.
⸻ Fabrication Services
Industrial
Fabrication
⸻ INDUSTRIAL METAL FABRICATION UTAH
Fabrication that holds
Under real load.
Industrial metal fabrication is not about aesthetics. It is about precision, load capacity, and the confidence that what we build will not fail when it matters. Lucas Services fabricates heavy-duty steel and aluminum components for manufacturing facilities, warehouses, energy operations, and infrastructure projects across Utah and the Mountain West.
Every industrial project begins with a site visit and a thorough review of your load requirements, material specifications, and installation constraints. We produce full shop drawings before any steel is cut, and every weld is performed by AWS-certified welders in our Sandy, Utah facility. We do not subcontract fabrication work.
From single custom brackets to full mezzanine structures, we handle the complete scope: design coordination, material procurement, fabrication, surface treatment, and on-site installation. Our team has experience working alongside mechanical and structural engineers, and we are comfortable operating within the documentation requirements of commercial and industrial general contractors.
INDUSTRIAL METAL FABRICATION Capabilities
Structural steel mezzanines and elevated work platforms
Equipment support frames, skids, and base plates
Pipe racks, cable trays, and utility support structures
Stairways, catwalks, and industrial access platforms
Custom brackets, weldments, and structural connections
Heavy steel handrails and OSHA-compliant guardrail systems
Tank supports, vessel saddles, and process equipment frames
Miscellaneous metals and secondary structural steel
Field welding and on-site structural modifications
Hot-dip galvanizing coordination and industrial coating prep
⸻ Why Industrial Clients Choose Lucas Services
One shop. No
subcontractors.
No surprises.
AWS-Certified Welders on Every Project
All welding is performed by American Welding Society certified welders. We maintain documentation of weld procedures and certifications, which is a standard requirement on commercial and industrial projects with third-party inspection.
Shop Drawings Before Steel Is Cut
We produce detailed shop drawings for every industrial project. These drawings are submitted for engineer or owner review before fabrication begins, eliminating costly rework and ensuring every component is fabricated to the correct dimensions and tolerances.
Material Traceability and Mill Certs
For projects requiring material certification, we procure steel with mill test reports and maintain traceability through fabrication. This is standard practice on projects with structural engineering oversight or third-party inspection requirements.
In-House Fabrication, On-Site Installation
We fabricate everything in our Sandy, Utah shop and install it with our own crew. This single-source accountability means there is no handoff between a fabricator and a separate installation contractor, and any field fit issues are resolved by the same team that built the components.
Coordination with Engineers and GCs
We are experienced working within the documentation and approval workflows of structural engineering firms and general contractors. We submit shop drawings for review, respond to RFIs, and coordinate delivery and installation to match your project schedule.
⸻ Capabilities and Standards
Industrial Fabrication Standards and Capabilities
Lucas Services fabricates industrial components to meet the structural and quality requirements of commercial construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure projects in Utah.
Welding
CertificatioN
AWS D1.1 Structural Steel, AWS D1.2
Aluminum
Primary Materials
A36 structural steel, A500 HSS, A572 high-strength steel, 6061 aluminum
Plate Capacity
Up to 1.5" plate, heavy structural shapes including W-sections and HSS tube
Surface Treatment
Primer and industrial coating, galvanizing coordination, abrasive blast prep (SSPC-SP6)
Shop Drawings
AutoCAD and SolidWorks, submitted for engineer review prior to fabrication
Quality Documentation
Mill test reports, weld procedure specifications (WPS), welder qualification records (WQR)
Field Capability
Portable welding equipment for on-site modifications, field welding, and installation
Service Area
Utah statewide — Salt Lake, Utah, Davis, Weber, Summit, and Wasatch counties
⸻ WHO WE WORK WITH
Who We Work With on Industrial Projects
Industrial fabrication projects typically involve multiple stakeholders. We are structured to work within the documentation and approval requirements of each.
General Contractors
We submit shop drawings, respond to RFIs, coordinate delivery to your schedule, and install with our own crew. We are familiar with the subcontractor documentation requirements of commercial GCs in Utah.
Structural Engineers
We work from your structural drawings and produce shop drawings for your review and approval before fabrication. We maintain weld procedure documentation and can provide material certifications on request.
Facility Owners and Operators
For direct owner projects, we handle the full scope from design coordination through installation. We can work with your in-house engineering team or coordinate with a third-party engineer of record.
⸻ COMMON QUESTIONS
Industrial Fabrication Questions
Do you fabricate to AISC and AWS standards?
We fabricate structural steel components consistent with AISC standards and AWS D1.1 welding requirements. All structural welds are performed by AWS-certified welders, and we maintain weld procedure specifications and welder qualification records. For projects requiring third-party inspection, we can coordinate with a certified welding inspector.
Can you work from engineer-stamped structural drawings?
Yes. We regularly work from engineer-stamped structural drawings and produce shop drawings that are submitted back to the engineer of record for review and approval before fabrication begins. This is standard practice on commercial and industrial projects in Utah.
Do you provide mill certifications for the steel you use?
Yes. For projects requiring material traceability, we procure steel with mill test reports (MTRs) and can provide copies as part of the project closeout documentation. This is a standard requirement on projects with structural engineering oversight.
Do you subcontract any of your fabrication work?
No. All fabrication is performed in-house at our Sandy, Utah shop by our own AWS-certified welders. We do not subcontract fabrication. This gives us direct control over quality, schedule, and communication throughout the project.
Can you handle field welding and on-site modifications?
Yes. We have portable welding equipment and can perform field welding, on-site modifications, and installation work. Our installation crew is the same team that fabricated the components, which means field fit issues are resolved quickly without a separate contractor involved.
What is your typical lead time for industrial fabrication?
Lead time depends on project scope, material availability, and current shop capacity. For most industrial projects, we can provide a realistic schedule during the initial consultation. We recommend engaging us early in the design phase so we can plan material procurement and shop time accordingly.
Do you work on projects outside of Salt Lake County?
Yes. We serve the entire state of Utah and have completed industrial projects in Salt Lake, Utah, Davis, Weber, Summit, and Wasatch counties. For larger projects, we can also work in neighboring states.
Ready to discuss
your industrial project?
Send us your drawings, specifications, or a project description. We will review the scope and respond with a realistic timeline and approach.