Manufacturers of custom precision sheet metal and machined components
The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented period for everyone and it is more important than ever to come together, communicate and share information. Why are we open? Hansen Industries Ltd. Is considered an essential service as defined by the Provincial Government of BC. Our parts go into machines that are making vaccines against COVID-19, into …
Metal stamping turns flat sheet metal into simple or complex shapes and designs. It can be a cost-effective method of forming sheet metal for your next project because stamped parts typically have higher repeatable accuracy and lower part cost. How metal is stamped We will import your CAD drawings into our metal stamping machines. Accuracy …
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Do you buy local in your business? When you’re looking for a metal manufacturing fabricator for your next project do you look to oversees manufacturers or one in your home country? Here are 4 reasons to hire a Canadian- or North American-based metal manufacturer: Save on Tariffs: Tariffs and import/export fees from overseas manufacturers can …
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our company founder Bjorn Hansen. Bjorn was a wonderful man who came to Canada and had the courage and vision to start a small metal fabricating firm. The Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. on February 15, 2020 at 2021 Indian Fort …
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We’ve shared before how we use lean manufacturing processes to ensure we’re getting products to you in the most efficient way possible. But, our “technical” processes are only part of the story. Our staff is the other part of our lean processes. Even the leanest, efficient manufacturing processes will do no good if we’re not …
The years seem to go by faster and faster every year. It feels like just yesterday it was Jan 1, 2019. Well, they do say “time goes by fast when you’re having fun,” so I guess we had a great year! No matter your background or beliefs, for most of us the holidays are centered …
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Metal, plastic, rubber, and aluminum are just a small sample of the materials you can use to make a part or design a project. We, obviously believe that sheet metal and machined components are the best. Today we thought we’d take a step back from our waterjet cutters and our CNC machines to look at …
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Another fun Halloween celebration at Hansen Industries! Lots of great costumes, tricks and treats enjoyed!
How Lean Manufacturing will save you money on your next Sheet Metal Fabrication Project We’ve been doing this for a while. We use and develop productivity and manufacturing practices that allow us to produce quality finished products in the most efficient way possible so that we can save you money. We commonly use Synchronous Manufacturing …
We get clients asking about our turn-around times so much, we thought we’d write a blog post about it! Here’s what you need to know about how long it takes to complete your sheet metal project. How long does it take to get a project quote? We aim to turn-round all project quotes within 24 …
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