Redefining American Craftsmanship
At Metal Fab Guys, we combine the pride of veteran ownership with cutting-edge technology to set a new standard in sheet metal manufacturing. Rooted in tradition and driven by innovation, we deliver precision, efficiency, and sustainability in every project—empowering American manufacturing with excellence.
Our Commitment to American Manufacturing: We are proud that all our products are designed and manufactured right here in the USA. Learn more about our dedication to American Manufacturing and Quality. Learn More >
Meet our Leadership
Michael Hackley
Owner | President
Michael Hackley founded BBQGuys in 1998, growing it into a $300M company, along with Blaze Outdoor Products, a $115M grill brand co-designed and manufactured with Richard Stewart. Both brands were sold in 2020. Together, our founders bring over 32 years of experience in manufacturing, customer demand, and supply chain management—with over 100 patents that reflect their ability to innovate, scale, and support strategic partnerships.
Richard Stewart
Owner | Chief Executive Officer
Richard Stewart founded Metal Fab Guys after leading product design and supply chain operations at BBQGuys and Blaze. Drawing on deep expertise in global sourcing, lean manufacturing, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM), he helped shape industry-leading grills like Blaze and Traeger. His work with standards bodies such as ETL, CSA, and UL reflects a career-long commitment to quality, innovation, and efficiency.
Metal Fab Guys In The News
Intelligence Entrepreneur:
Metal Fab Guys CEO,
Richard Stewart
January 3, 2025 Source >
Newly launched Metal Fab Guys fills niche for U.S.-based automated metal fabrication
January 9, 2025 Source >
La. Sen. Bill Cassidy visits state-of-the-art fabrication company in Walker Industrial Park
August 22, 2024 Source >
We provide end-to-end manufacturing solutions, including sheet laser cutting, tube laser cutting, metal forming and bending, robotic welding, powder coating, assembly, and packaging.
Our 15,500 sq. ft facility is located at 9008 Comar Dr, Walker LA 70785
We specialize in serving OEMs, commercial businesses, and other industries requiring high-quality sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing solutions.
We handle a wide range of materials, including stainless steel, aluminum, mild steel, and more, in various thicknesses.
Our state-of-the-art equipment and streamlined processes allow us to manage both small custom jobs and large-scale production runs.
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