Coombes Sheetmetal and Fabrication Ltd is a long-established precision sheet metal fabrication business in Christchurch. We are specialists in bespoke sheetmetal work and offer a comprehensive range of custom metal laser cutting and fabrication services.

Coombes Sheetmetal and Fabrication is centrally located at 309 Blenheim Road, Christchurch.

Coombes Sheetmetal and Fabrication has been operating in Christchurch at its current site since 1957.

We work with industries across the board, doing custom precision steelwork for everyone from DIY to agriculture, architects, and commercial and residential builders.

We provide precision sheetmetal fabrication services nationwide.

Yes, Coombes Sheetmetal does sitework when required.

The main reason our customers choose Coombes Sheetmetal over other fabricators in Christchurch is our dedication to quality and our focus on meeting their specific needs. We’re also extremely responsive. We’ll do everything we can to get the job done when you need it. Even if it’s the same day!

We provide a large range of sheet metal fabrication services. We design and build to customer requirements, and repair and maintain sheet metal structures and parts.

Stainless steels 304, 316, SAF2205 grades
Aluminium in various grades
Mild steel – hot and cold rolled
Galvanised sheets up to 3mm thick
Zinc-coated sheets (EG or Zintec)
Copper sheet
Brass sheet and sections

We work with both steel and aluminium, as well as stainless steel, copper and brass.

Yes, we offer stainless steel fabrication, as well as fabrication in aluminium, copper and brass.

Yes, we can fabricate custom parts or one-off projects – in fact, that’s what we specialise in. Our workshop is set up to handle custom jobs. We can work with everything from an initial idea to professional CAD files.

Yes, we definitely do. Coombes Sheetmetal can handle large commercial fabrication projects.

The following are the thicknesses of the sheet metals we work with:
CNC Guillotine – 3meters long x 6mm max carbon steel, 4mm thick stainless steel, 8mm aluminium
CNC Press Brakes – Up to 4 meters long x < 6mm carbon Steel, 4mm stainless steel, 8mm aluminium 
Rolling – 1220mm x 3mm sheets

Yes, we do fabricate copper or brass sheet products.

We can apply a range of finishes to our fabricated products, including paint, galvanising, powder coating, electroplating, and rust proofing.

Yes, we can repair damaged metal parts.

Laser cutting is a type of thermal cutting using a very high powered laser beam to burn through metal. Laser cutting is extremely accurate and is a very efficient way to cut complex shapes.

The laser cutting services we offer in Christchurch include laser sheet metal and pipe cutting, plus handheld laser welding.  

We can laser cut steel, stainless steel, carbon steel, aluminium, copper and brass.

Laser cutting can be as precise as it needs to be for the specifications of each individual job.

Yes, we do provide custom laser cutting for one-off jobs.

Yes, we can laser cut intricate patterns or designs. We work with a lot of art projects that can demand the incorporation of extremely intricate patterns and designs. Laser cutting is an excellent way to bring an artist’s intentions to life.

Our laser cutter can handle the following thicknesses of steel and aluminium:
4KW Fibre Laser Flat Sheet Cutter
2000mm x 4000mm x < 20mm mild steel,  <15 mm stainless steel,   <12mm aluminium  
4KW Fibre Laser Pipe Cutter
Up to 150×150 x 6.5 meters long, and up to 205mm diameter x 6.5 meters long      

Yes, we do a lot of laser cutting for signage and decorative panels – for commercial and private clients, including a lot of local artists working in metal.

We aim to turn around laser cutting jobs within 2-3 days, depending on our workload. However, for breakdown, we are extremely responsive and will literally drop everything to help get you going again in the minimum possible time.

Yes, we provide CAD file support for laser cutting. We can handle most CAD files, but DXF files are preferred.

Yes. We can work with drawings, files or even ideas for a custom laser cut.

Yes. It’s common for us to combine laser cutting with our other sheetmetal fabrication services.

Laser cutting itself doesn’t cost a lot. It’s a very efficient process. Where the cost comes in is preparing the job for cutting. If you have a project, please get in touch to discuss it and get a quote.

Yes, we provide aluminium fabrication in Christchurch to everyone from DIY people to large businesses.

Yes, we offer professional steel fabrication services in Christchurch, working with both home DIY projects and large-scale commercial clients.

Yes, we carry out copper sheet fabrication in Christchurch, supporting everything from one-off DIY needs to major business requirements.

Yes, we sell a variety of offcuts of steel, aluminium, and copper. They are not free.

We work with these grades of stainless steel. 304, 316, SAF2205 duplex stainless steel.

Yes, we can bend, fold, punch, and cut sheet metal to suit your project needs.

Yes, welding is included as part of our full fabrication services.

To get a quote from Coombes Sheetmetal, please contact us here or give us a ring at 03 348 6023.

We will take all the information you have and work with that. Drawing, CAD files, and even ideas are sufficient for us to produce the result you want

Yes, we provide design assistance for custom parts. We have an in-house design and draughting service. Talk to us by giving us a call at 03 348 6023 or send us a message here.

We aim to finish your project as quickly as possible. The actual time will depend on its complexity and the completeness of the information we have to work with.

No, we have no minimum order size, but we do have a minimum charge of $45+GST.

Yes, we accept one-off jobs from the public as well as trade customers. Our workshop is equipped to handle custom projects.

Yes, we provide prototype fabrication and can help bring your design concepts to life.

Yes, we offer same-day and urgent laser cutting services. Get in touch with us to discuss your requirements, and we’ll do our best to help.

Yes, we deliver fabricated sheet metal products throughout Christchurch.

Yes, we can ship all fabricated products nationwide across New Zealand.

We provide both installation and fabrication services.

Yes, we offer on-site welding, including MIG, TIG, and handheld laser welding.

Yes, you can collect orders directly from our workshop.
Smaller items: please pick up at the office/completed items rack at 309 Blenheim Rd.
Larger items: drive down Midway Lane to our back door for forklift handling.

Our workshop is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm.

All our staff are qualified tradesmen, and we comply with all relevant industry standards.

Yes, we meet all required New Zealand building and engineering standards for product end use.

Laser cutting is extremely precise, and our system gives us full control to ensure accuracy and consistency on every job.

Yes, we stand by our products and provide after-sales support.

Yes, we carry out maintenance and repairs on fabricated parts.

Yes, we provide ongoing fabrication support tailored to business needs.

Yes, we can supply both raw sheet metal and fully fabricated products.

You can contact us here or call 03 348 6023.