I'm looking for metal brackets / architectural frames / sign holders by the end of the day Monday, in NYC

October 23, 2009 12:26 PM

I'm looking for some metal brackets / architectural frames / sign holders by the end of the day Monday, in NYC.

These are fairly simple metal pieces, either polished or chromed steel or aluminum, much like an L-bracket. They are 4 inches wide, with or without mounting holes. I need 23 sets (46 pieces total) by the end of the day Monday. I don't care if they're retail, wholesale, or custom - I need these ASAP. Do you know a store or fabricator I can get a hold of?

I have attached a drawing here.

posted by Optimus Chyme to grab bag (5 comments total)

Creative Metal Works
New York Metal Works

those seem pretty good

and these people (Metalworks Inc.)have an extensive list of stuff they can make - despite their terrible website - so they may have more stuff onhand.

Also, here's a more complete list of metal fabricators available in nyc. Everything is rated so maybe you can get a better idea there.
posted by scrutiny at 12:50 PM on October 23

I would try small machine shops. This is not really a fabricator's cup of tea. They could be milled from a 1/4 x 1/2 bar and drilled at the same time. You're going to need some help from a fairy godmother to get them by Monday afternoon though.
posted by digsrus at 2:01 PM on October 23

Speaking generally, as I have no NYC-specific knowledge: You might be able to get something cut to shape, but I don't think polishing or chrome is on the table for Monday.
posted by jon1270 at 2:06 PM on October 23

Yeah, looks like satin / brushed aluminum is what's going to happen. I spoke to a shop we occasionally work (whom I'd forgotten about until scrutiny's post) so I should know by tomorrow if I need to just kill myself or what.
posted by Optimus Chyme at 2:16 PM on October 23

The good folks at Kammetal in Brooklyn are my fairy godmothers. Thanks to everyone for your help!
posted by Optimus Chyme at 12:24 PM on October 26