At Apache Steel Works, heavy plate processing in Houston is one of our core specialties. Our 32,000-square-foot fabrication facility is outfitted with top-of-the-line equipment explicitly designed to handle heavy-duty plate processing jobs with efficiency and precision. 

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We have the capabilities to cut, drill, bevel, and form thick steel plates into virtually any configuration required.

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The Techniques Behind Heavy Plate Processing

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So what specific methods fall under the heavy plate processing umbrella? Here's a brief overview of a few of the key techniques we use:

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Oxy-Fuel Cutting

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Oxy-fuel cutting is an incredibly powerful and versatile process. It relies on a concentrated stream of oxygen and fuel gases to melt through steel plates with surgical precision. The intense heat generated can cut plates up to a staggering 14 inches thick into custom shapes and designs. It's an essential tool for heavy plate processing.

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Plasma Cutting

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Plasma cutting increases the level of both cut quality and speed for thinner plate materials. Instead of combustible gas, this process uses an electrically ionized gas stream to cut through conductive metals with high accuracy. We can plasma cut plates up to 2 inches thick with an incredibly clean, bevel-free edge that often eliminates the need for additional grinding or finishing work.

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Machining and Drilling

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Heavy plate processing involves more than just cutting operations. Our facility is also fully equipped for machining processes like drilling holes at specific locations or milling plates to exact dimensional specs. Our skilled machinists have extensive experience producing quality machined components of all shapes and sizes.

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The Industries Relying on Heavy Plate Processing

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With such versatile heavy plate processing capabilities at our disposal, we're able to serve the needs of customers across a wide range of sectors, including:

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Construction and Infrastructure

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It's unlikely to find a major construction or infrastructure project not relying on heavily processed steel plates in some capacity. Everything from high-rise building frames to bridges uses these ultra-strong plates as critical structural components able to support immense loads.

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Energy and Power Generation

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Power plants, refineries, and pipelines frequently experience high temperatures, high pressures, and corrosive environments. These settings involve using machinery made from heavily processed steel plates. Our precise plate processing ensures these critical components can withstand even the most extreme operating conditions.

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Shipping and Transportation

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The shipping, rail, and trucking industries all depend on heavy steel plates processed to strict specifications. From durable ship hulls to impact-resistant rail car bodies, these heavy-duty plates keep cargo and passengers safe while standing up to years of tough service.

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Why Partner with Apache Steel Works?

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At Apache Steel Works, we are committed to achieving outstanding customer service, fast turnaround times, and competitive pricing - all while never sacrificing an inch on quality.

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We know how important it is for our clients to have a flexible, dependable, and communicative heavy plate processing partner. That's why we offer the best heavy plate processing in Houston and take a hands-on approach to promoting open communication

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