Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Metal Fabrication Services in Houston
Walkup Company has been a cornerstone of metal fabrication excellence since 1944, serving Houston and the Gulf Coast region with precision and innovation. Founded by Bill Edward Walkup Company, our four-generation family business combines decades of hands-on expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver custom solutions for industrial plate processing and sheet metal fabrication. As an ISO 9001-certified leader, we maintain rigorous quality standards while offering comprehensive services including laser cutting, bending, rolling, welding, and prototyping. Our 88,000-square-foot facility houses advanced machinery like Bystronic Lasers and CNC press brakes, supported by a skilled workforce committed to meeting exact specifications. With a legacy of overcoming challengesfrom the Great Depression to World War IIwe've evolved into a trusted partner for complex metal fabrication needs.Our financial stability, technical capabilities, and dedication to long-term relationships ensure clients receive both personal service and professional execution. By eliminating secondary operations through integrated solutions, we help clients reduce costs while maintaining dimensional accuracy and structural integrity. Our ASME-certified welding division meets industry-specific requirements for energy, chemical, and manufacturing sectors, while our prototyping expertise transforms concepts into market-ready products. Through 75+ years of continuous improvement, we've built a reputation for rapid turnaround times without compromising quality craftsmanship. Walkup Company remains Houston's premier choice for metal fabrication, combining tradition with technological advancement to serve diverse industries across the United States.
Services
Laser Cutting
Bending
Rolling
Welding
Prototyping
Details
- Year established: 1944
Highlights and features
- We are ISO 9001 certified for quality management systems
- Our workforce has 75+ years of combined metal fabrication experience
- Family-owned operation with four generations of industry expertise
- 88,000 sq. ft. facility with advanced Bystronic laser technology
- ASME-certified welding shop meeting Section VIII standards
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
Services
Laser Cutting
Our Bystronic laser systems cut carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum up to 3/4" thick with 10,000-watt output power. This non-contact method eliminates tooling requirements while achieving complex shapes with tight tolerances. The automated process handles sheet metal from 6'x12' dimensions, offering faster production cycles compared to traditional methods.
Metal Bending
With multiple CNC press brakes up to 700 tons capacity, we bend materials up to 1/2" thick and 16' lengths. Our equipment includes Pullmax and Cincinnati machines with automated back gauging systems to maintain consistent angles and dimensions across production runs.
Plate Rolling
Our Bertsch, Pullmax, and Roundo plate rolls form carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum from 16-gauge to 1/2" thickness. This equipment creates cylinders, cones, and custom curved components up to 8' lengths for industrial applications.
Welding
As ASME Section VIII certified welders, we perform MIG, TIG, SMAW, and flux core welding on carbon, stainless, aluminum, and exotic metals. Our 16 Miller Dimension welding machines ensure structural integrity for pressure vessels and industrial equipment.
Prototyping
We transform design concepts into functional metal prototypes using production-grade materials. This process validates form, fit, and function before full-scale manufacturing, reducing development costs while maintaining material properties for accurate testing.
People
Bill Edward Walkup
Founder
Established Walkup Company Sheet Metal in 1944 after inheriting his father's tin shop in 1927. Pioneered mobile equipment services during the Great Depression and rebuilt the business post-WWII in Houston.
Questions
What metal fabrication services do you offer?
We provide laser cutting, bending, rolling, welding, and prototyping services for sheet metal and plate processing using advanced industrial equipment.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we maintain ISO 9001 certification for our quality management systems and manufacturing processes.
How long have you been in business?
We've served Houston and the Gulf Coast since 1944, providing metal fabrication solutions for over 75 years.
What industries do you serve?
We support energy production, chemical manufacturing, construction, offshore equipment, and industrial manufacturing sectors with custom metal solutions.
Do you handle large-scale projects?
Our 88,000 sq. ft. facility with multiple cranes and advanced machinery accommodates both small and large production runs.
Can you assist with metal prototyping?
Yes, our prototyping services help transform design concepts into functional metal components for market testing and production.
