Roy Manufacturing FAQs

Roy Manufacturing specializes in precision machining, fabrication, and assembly services for a wide variety of industries. We work with various materials, including Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Mild Steel, Brass, Carbon Steel, Copper, Galvanized Steel, Medium-Density Fibreboard (MDF), Silicon Bronze, Bronze, Plastics and Rubber, Titanium, COR-TEN®, and Acrylic. Learn more about some of the projects we've completed for our clients here.

Roy Manufacturing is located in Portland, Oregon, at 3113 N Mississippi Avenue. We serve customers throughout North America and even in Europe.

We know time is of the essence. Our company has a highly skilled and long-serving team of employees providing excellent customer service with same-day quotes. If your project is time sensitive, please get in touch with us, and we'll be able to determine how long your project may take to fulfill accurately.

You can expect delivery within 5-7 business days from receipt of your order. If you have a time-sensitive project, contact us, and we can give you a more accurate estimate.

Yes, Roy Manufacturing has the expertise and equipment to handle custom perforation projects tailored to your specific needs. When you tell us about your project, we will work with you to understand your project and budget and discuss possible solutions for your plans. We can share more information about our previous projects and provide you with a quote to complete your project. 

Perforated metals are sheets or metal coils that have been carefully punctured or stamped with holes, slots, or other patterns to create a desired effect. These materials are used in various industries for applications such as Art/Decor, Architectural and Decorative Screens, Sorting Screens and Filters, Infill and Privacy Panels, Custom Perforation/Grating, Staircase Risers and Grills, Aquatic Screens, Dimpled Cooling Jackets, Stamped Parts, Sunscreens, Gates and Fences, and B2B Metal Products purposes.

These holes can be of various shapes, sizes, and configurations, allowing the metal to have a porous surface. At Roy Manufacturing, we can produce: Round Perforations, Slotted Perforations, Square Perforations, Custom Perforations and Hexagonal Perforations. If you can dream it, we can create it. Contact us today to learn how we can help realize your project.

OEM designers and architects choose perforated metals because they offer a unique combination of aesthetic appeal, functionality, and versatility. The holes in perforated metals provide opportunities for creative design while also serving practical purposes such as airflow, light diffusion, sound absorption, and visibility.

Perforated metals offer several advantages in industrial design and architecture. Some key benefits include:

• Enhanced aesthetics: Perforated metals can add visual interest and texture to structures or products, creating a unique and appealing design element.
• Functionality: The presence of holes allows for airflow, sound transmission control, light diffusion, and visibility, making perforated metals suitable for applications such as ventilation systems, acoustic panels, decorative screens, and façade cladding.
• Structural integrity: Despite having holes, perforated metals maintain their structural strength, making them durable and capable of withstanding various environmental conditions.
• Customization options: Perforated metals can be tailored to specific design requirements, offering flexibility in hole size, shape, spacing, and overall sheet dimensions.

Here are a few examples of how perforated metals can solve design problems:

• Microwaves: Perforated metals can be used in microwave oven doors, allowing visibility into the oven while blocking harmful microwaves.
• Sound absorption: Perforated metal panels can be installed in auditoriums, concert halls, or office spaces to reduce echo and enhance acoustics by absorbing sound waves.
• Filtration: Perforated metals with fine holes can be utilized as filters for air, water, or gases, removing impurities and providing purification.
• Façade design: Perforated metal sheets can be used as cladding for building facades, creating an eye-catching appearance, providing shade, and allowing natural ventilation.
• Security and safety: Perforated metals can serve as security screens or fencing, offering visibility while maintaining a barrier and ensuring safety.

Roy Manufacturing and our sister company Profile Laser have the following capabilities: Punching, Fiber Laser Cutting, Shearing, Forming, De-Burr / Time Saver Polishing, Etching/Engraving, 2D CAD Design, Water Jet Cutting, Drilling, Surface Finish and Polish, Rolling, Saw Cutting, and Fabrication.

Roy Manufacturing works with a variety of materials, including Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Mild Steel, Brass, Carbon Steel, Copper, Galvanized Steel, Medium-Density Fibreboard (MDF), Silicon Bronze, Bronze, Plastics and Rubber, Titanium, COR-TEN®, and Acrylic.

Roy Manufacturing’s perforated materials are used for various industries such as Designers, Artists, General Contractors, Fabricators, Business Operators, Architects, Retails, Non-Profits, General Manufacturers, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)s, Food Processors, Minings, Forestrys, Governments and Grain Millers. Learn more about some of the projects Roy Manufacturing has completed for its clients here.

Roy Manufacturing operates out of four buildings with a host of pre-production and post-production equipment, including TRUMPF 3030 Fiber Laser, Accushear 12' x 1/4" Metal Shear, Amada Coma 588 Turret Punch Press, TRUMPF 2030 Fiber Laser, LAGUNA 38" Timesaver & Polisher, CM1690 Redsail CO2 Etching Laser, CM1690 Redsail CO2 Engraving Laser, Amada RG-50 Press Brake, OMAX 60120 Waterjet, Amada Coma 567 Turret Punch Press, and Amada Octo 334 Turret Punch Press.

We’d love to talk with you about your production needs! Call us at 503-284-6002 or email us at sales@roymfg.com for more information.

No, but the setup and processing time for a single part will most likely be higher compared to producing multiple parts at once, which can affect the cost.

Yes, to both. Our decades of experience have made us more accurately aware of commonly used materials and patterns in the industries we serve. To provide our customers with those materials and keep lead times as low as possible, we stock certain products. Please contact us for more information.

• Hole size and spacing
• Material type (ex: mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum)
• Material thickness
• Quantity of parts needed

Note: If one of the above is not known or is not critical to your project, just let us know, and we will be happy to make a recommendation. Also, any drawings or plans of the project are beneficial for understanding your needs.

It depends. For holes under 3/8" in diameter, the industry standard is 40%. If we cannot achieve your desired open area, we are happy to make a recommendation using our years of experience to find the perfect solution for your project.

Yes, we can offer samples. We first like to have a conversation directly with the customer about the specifics of the project to make sure we are providing you with something that will be of the most benefit to you and your project.

With various factors like material type, quantity, and perforation type, the price range varies from job to job. That said, we are always happy to speak to anyone looking to work with us and always factor in the budget when determining how to work with a potential customer.