Business Details
36 Years
experience
Custom Metal Fabrication & Machining Services in Duncan, BC
Established in 1990, Duncan Iron Works has built a reputation as a trusted provider of custom metal fabrication and machining solutions on Vancouver Island. Our team of qualified professionals specializes in delivering precision-engineered components for diverse industries including pulp and paper, marine, forestry, and construction. We maintain CSA W47.1 certification for welding and fabrication, ensuring compliance with rigorous technical and environmental standards. Our capabilities span from 3D design and plasma cutting to bearing sales and heavy-plate rolling up to 6" thickness. With decades of collective experience, we combine innovative design approaches with efficient production processes to meet client needs safely and cost-effectively.Our investment in modern equipmentincluding CNC plasma tables, milling machines, and boring millssupports our commitment to quality craftsmanship. We serve both industrial and residential clients, offering tailored solutions from concept development to final fabrication. Our material inventory includes steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and specialized plastics for wear-resistant applications. Through consistent delivery of complex projects on schedule, we have earned lasting relationships with clients across British Columbia. Our focus remains on transforming technical challenges into practical, durable solutions that exceed industry expectations.
Services
Welding & Fabrication
CNC Machining
Steel Sales
Plasma Cutting
Bearing Supply
Industrial Design
Plastic Components
Plate Rolling
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of Vancouver Island industrial fabrication experience
- CSA W47.1 certified welding and fabrication shop
- In-house 3D design and engineering capabilities
- Competitive pricing with just-in-time delivery
- Expanded material inventory including specialty plastics and metals
Associations and certifications
- CSA W47.1
Services
Welding & Fabrication
Our CSA W47.1 certified shop produces structural steel fabrications, custom machinery frames, and industrial equipment. Using advanced welding techniques and precision measurement tools, we deliver durable solutions for forestry, marine, and construction sectors. Projects range from custom gates to complex industrial support structures.
CNC Machining
Equipped with milling machines, lathes, and boring mills, we manufacture precision components to tight tolerances. Our capabilities include shaft repair, sprocket fabrication, and custom bushing production for industrial equipment maintenance and new builds.
Plasma Cutting
Our 6'x12' CNC plasma table creates complex steel, aluminum, and stainless steel profiles. This technology supports efficient production of custom machinery parts, timber framing components, and decorative metalwork with high accuracy and repeatability.
Industrial Design
Our design team uses 3D modeling software to transform concepts into fabrication-ready drawings. We specialize in optimizing designs for manufacturability while maintaining structural integrity, supporting both one-off projects and production runs across multiple industries.
Steel Sales
We maintain comprehensive inventory of carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel products. Stock includes plate, sheet, structural shapes, and mechanical components, with options for immediate delivery or integration into fabrication projects.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We support forestry, marine, construction, pulp and paper, agriculture, mining, hydro-electric, and government sectors with custom metal solutions.
Are your welders certified?
Yes, our welding shop maintains CSA W47.1 certification for structural steel welding applications.
What materials can you work with?
We handle steel, aluminum, stainless steel up to 1" thickness, and specialty plastics like UHMW and polycarbonate.
Do you offer design assistance?
Our team provides full 3D modeling services to develop fabrication-ready drawings from conceptual ideas.
What machining capabilities do you have?
Our shop includes milling machines, lathes, and boring mills for shafts, sprockets, bushings, and custom components.
Can you cut custom plate profiles?
Our CNC plasma table cuts complex steel, aluminum, and stainless steel profiles up to 6'x12' sheet size.
