Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Metal Supplier in Los Angeles
Bobco Metal has been a trusted name in metal distribution, fence hardware, manufacturing, and fabrication for over four decades. As a family-owned business, we prioritize customer satisfaction through competitive pricing, a comprehensive inventory, and personalized service. Our Los Angeles-based operation spans nearly five acres of inventory, offering an extensive selection of steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and hardware products. With decades of industry experience, our team provides expert guidance on material selection, technical specifications, and application requirements. We maintain a commitment to quality assurance through rigorous supplier vetting and material testing processes.Our value proposition combines bulk purchasing power with individualized attention to both large-scale contractors and DIY enthusiasts. The company's longevity reflects our ability to adapt to evolving industry standards while maintaining core principles of reliability and transparency. We offer specialized solutions for construction, industrial, and ornamental applications, supported by technical documentation and product certifications. Our customer support team assists with order fulfillment, custom cutting services, and logistics coordination during extended weekday hours.
Services
Metal Distribution
Fence Hardware Supply
Custom Fabrication
Welding Supplies
Industrial Components
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of metal industry expertise
- Five-acre inventory with 10,000+ products
- Price-matching guarantee on metal products
- Technical support from experienced metallurgists
- Custom cutting and fabrication services
Services
Metal Distribution
Bobco Metal maintains one of Southern California's largest metal inventories across five acres of warehouse space. We stock over 10,000 SKUs including hot rolled steel, cold rolled steel, galvanized products, and specialty alloys. Our inventory management system ensures rapid order fulfillment for construction projects, manufacturing operations, and repair applications. Technical specialists assist customers in selecting appropriate materials based on ASTM specifications and project requirements.
Fence Hardware
Our comprehensive fence hardware selection supports commercial and residential security installations. Products include gate operators, structural brackets, razor wire systems, and ANSI-compliant safety components. We supply hardware for industrial perimeter security, pool enclosures, and agricultural fencing applications. Technical datasheets provide load capacity specifications and corrosion resistance ratings for informed material selection.
Welding Supplies
Bobco offers complete welding solutions including MIG wire, TIG rods, and flux core consumables. Our inventory features both standard and specialty electrodes for steel, aluminum, and stainless steel applications. We stock welding machines from 160A portable units to industrial-grade equipment. Safety gear includes auto-darkening helmets, fire-resistant apparel, and respiratory protection meeting OSHA standards.
Custom Fabrication
In-house fabrication services include precision cutting, structural welding, and component assembly. Our team works with blueprints or customer prototypes to produce custom metal components. We maintain CNC plasma cutting capabilities and conventional machining equipment for both small-batch and production runs. Quality control processes follow AWS D1.1 structural welding standards.
Industrial Components
We supply engineered fasteners, mechanical components, and structural connectors for industrial equipment manufacturing. Product lines include self-drilling screws, wedge anchors, and heavy-duty brackets. Technical support assists with load calculations and material compatibility assessments. Inventory includes both standard and metric fastener systems with zinc, galvanized, and stainless steel options.
Questions
What metal types are available for immediate pickup?
We maintain over 10,000 SKUs in stock including hot rolled steel, cold rolled steel, galvanized products, aluminum alloys, and stainless steel grades 304 and 316.
Do you offer custom metal cutting services?
Yes, our fabrication department provides precision cutting to your specifications with same-day or next-business-day turnaround for most requests.
What welding equipment brands do you carry?
We stock Bobco-branded welding machines including the Mini-160 model, along with electrodes, wire feeders, and safety equipment from trusted manufacturers.
Are technical specifications available for materials?
Yes, our website provides downloadable datasheets with ASTM standards, chemical compositions, and mechanical properties for all metal products.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept major credit cards, company checks, and wire transfers. Net terms may be available for qualified commercial accounts.
Do you deliver outside Los Angeles?
Our delivery radius extends 30 miles from our Alameda Street location. For longer distances, we coordinate with preferred freight carriers.
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