Business Details
32 Years
experience
Precision Metal Fabrication & Welding Services in Seneca, PA
Since 1994, Hards Fabrication & Welding has delivered precision welding, fabrication, and machining services to critical industries including mining, oil & gas, and aerospace. Our ASME Section IX-certified welders and 30-person team operate from a 25,000-square-foot facility equipped with advanced machinery like CNC lathes, waterjet cutters, and hydraulic press brakes. We specialize in working with diverse materials ranging from stainless steel and aluminum to urethane and stone, maintaining a near-perfect quality rating through rigorous standards.Our commitment to innovation is reflected in annual technology upgrades since our founding in Seneca, PA. As a small-town company with global capabilities, we combine local responsiveness with industrial-scale expertise to deliver superior quality, fast turnaround, and competitive pricing for custom orders.
Services
Machining
Welding & Fabrication
Precision Cutting
Bending
Quality Inspection
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- ASME Section IX-certified welders for critical applications
- 30+ employees with expertise in diverse material types
- 25,000-square-foot facility with advanced CNC machinery
- Specialized in custom orders since 1994
- Proven track record serving aerospace and energy industries
Associations and certifications
- ASME Section IX
Services
Machining
Our machining division utilizes advanced equipment including HAAS CNC lathes and mills, OMAX waterjets, and precision cutting tools to produce complex components with tight tolerances. Capabilities include 2D/3D CAD/CAM programming and high-accuracy metal shaping for industrial applications. Quality assurance is maintained through Keyence CMM and FARO metrology systems.
Welding & Fabrication
ASME Section IX-certified welders perform pipe and plate welding using TIG/MIG processes on materials like steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. Our fabrication services include structural assembly, pressure vessel construction, and custom metalwork using positioners with capacities up to 24,000 lbs for demanding industrial projects.
Precision Cutting
We offer advanced cutting solutions featuring OMAX 120X waterjet systems with bevel capabilities, Alltra plasma cutting, and Marvel band saws. This equipment enables precise 2D/3D profiling of metals and specialty materials up to industrial thickness requirements while maintaining dimensional accuracy.
Bending
Our bending capabilities include 500-ton CNC press brakes, tube benders with mandrel support, and hydraulic brake systems. These tools allow precision forming of steel, aluminum, and specialty metals for structural components, piping systems, and custom fabrication projects requiring complex geometries.
Quality Inspection
We maintain quality through Keyence CMM systems and FARO Quantum S inspection arms that verify dimensional accuracy to 0.0005". Our metrology services include first-article inspection, in-process checks, and final quality verification using digital scanning and traditional measurement tools for ASME-compliant validation.
People
Bill Hards
Owner
Bill Hards founded Hards Welding in 1994 and led its evolution into Hards Fabrication & Welding, Inc. With 30 employees and advanced equipment, he maintains hands-on oversight while expanding capabilities to serve global industries from Seneca, PA.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We specialize in mining, oil & gas, aerospace, and general manufacturing sectors requiring precision metal components and custom fabrication solutions.
Are your welders certified?
Yes, our team holds ASME Section IX certification for pipe and plate welding, meeting strict quality standards for critical applications.
What materials can you work with?
We handle steel, aluminum, stainless steel, brass, copper, urethane, polyurethane, glastic, stone, tile, wood, gaskets, and specialty alloys.
What equipment is available?
Our 25,000-square-foot facility includes CNC lathes/mills, waterjets, press brakes, welding positioners, and metrology systems for complete fabrication projects.
How quickly can you complete projects?
With 30 employees and dedicated equipment, we maintain fast turnaround times while ensuring quality through our established production processes.
Reviews (1)
Dustin Wilson
Dec 10, 2019
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It's a great job. They treat you good and nobody looks down on you. They treat people with respect. Plus we have a great boss that makes sure were safe. It's the best job I ever had.
