Using Oxygen in Metal Fabrication: How nexAir Enhances Precision and Efficiency

Metal fabrication shops live and die by their ability to cut steel quickly and accurately. When a customer needs fifty brackets by Thursday or a custom frame that fits perfectly the first time, there’s no room for slow cutting speeds or rough edges that need hours of grinding. Oxygen-fuel cutting has become the backbone of modern fabrication because it delivers the speed and precision that keeps shops profitable and customers happy.

Why Oxygen Makes a Difference in Your Shop

Oxygen cutting slices through thick steel plates faster than any other thermal cutting process. While plasma might work for thin materials, oxygen torches power through six-inch steel like it’s cardboard. This speed advantage means you can take on bigger jobs and finish them in timeframes that seemed impossible with older cutting methods.

The cut quality makes an even bigger difference than speed for most shops. Oxygen cuts come out smooth and square with minimal slag buildup that would otherwise require extensive cleanup. Parts often go straight from the cutting table to welding or assembly without any edge preparation, which saves hours of labor on every job. Backed by our expert KnowHow™, we understand how oxygen helps your shop deliver high-quality work efficiently while keeping costs under control and delivery schedules on track.

Reduced secondary processing transforms job profitability because labor costs disappear when parts don’t need grinding, filing, or machining after cutting. Many fabricators find that switching to oxygen cutting eliminates entire process steps that used to eat into their margins.

Reliable Oxygen Supply for Every Operation

Fabrication schedules don’t accommodate supply delays, especially when you’re working on rush jobs or coordinating with other trades on construction projects. We maintain delivery schedules that keep your oxygen tanks full without tying up cash in excessive inventory or storage space that most shops don’t have.

Cutting applications require industrial-grade oxygen that balances purity with cost effectiveness. Higher purity grades cost more but don’t improve cutting performance for most fabrication work, while lower grades can affect cut quality and torch performance. Our technical team helps you select the right oxygen grade for your specific cutting applications and workload.

Safety support becomes especially important with oxygen because it accelerates combustion and requires proper handling procedures that protect both workers and facilities. We provide training on safe storage, handling, and emergency procedures that meet OSHA requirements while keeping your shop insurance in good standing. With a reliable supply from nexAir, you can Forge Forward with confidence, knowing your oxygen supports every job you take on while maintaining the safety standards that protect your business and your people.

Let’s Work Together to Support Your Success

Metal fabrication success depends on having the right tools, skills, and materials available when you need them. Oxygen cutting gives you the speed and quality advantages that help you compete for better jobs while improving profitability on every project.

Want to see how reliable oxygen supply could improve your fabrication capabilities? Contact nexAir today to discuss oxygen solutions designed specifically for metal fabrication shops. We’ll help you optimize your cutting operations while ensuring the supply reliability that keeps your business moving forward.