Simple Metal Box - who can make it

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indianagreg:
I've had this idea to put a metal box inside a half wall for some time - the top opens and I can store documents, etc, inside it. I've sketched out a design and sent it to a few prototype shops, but as they're obviously geared for larger productions, the price is always out of reach.

Does anyone have any suggestions for where I can do this myself? Like a Woodmiser/Woodsmith but for metal work. I don't need anything too exotic. I'm thinking 14-16 gauge steel, a cabinet lock on top, simple hinge, and maximum exterior dimensions shown below.

Thoughts? Thanks for the help.

WillieL:
Sorry, this isn't an answer to your question - but just a suggestion.
You might want to have a look at a few local locksmith shops in your area. One of them near me sells old used safes and lock boxes, etc., for very reasonable prices.

I picked up this cash-drop box for a song. Very heavy wall steel construction and equipped with dual safe deposit type lock cylinders. You may be able to find something more suitable to your needs though (larger and lighter) if you look around.
Just a thought. :beer:

Lew_Merrick_PE:
Greg,

Try your local heating ductwork shop. They have the tools and are often low on work this time of year. Willie's suggestion has merit.

sparky961:
What sort of budget do you have? Is it realistic enough to have anyone interested in making it for you? If not, there are lots of plans for small sheet metal brakes around and cheap MIG welders are just that - cheap. :)

From the drawing, it doesn't look like you've actually considered how this would be made from sheet metal. This is a big turn off for most shops, and most definitely if it is a one-off.

Material is cheap but time is not so do as much as you can yourself.

-Sparky

indianagreg:
I was hoping 150-200 would be the right amount.

I do appreciate the hvac/duct shop idea - ill definitely check that out. Thanks for the help!

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