About Us
Since 1936, KIM Manufacturing has been trusted by some of the world's largest companies within the telecommunications,
utility, automotive, technology, and healthcare sectors for their metal fabrication needs.
Today KIM Manufacturing is a leading supplier of custom energy storage solutions in the reserve power and automotive markets.
KIM's high quality battery racks and battery trays protect our customers' mission-critical infrastructure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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We have been trusted by some of the world's largest companies since the 1930s. Our longevity is built on a unique combination of precision and accuracy with very competitive lead times and prices. Because we are fully vertically integrated—handling everything from consultative engineering and laser cutting to forming, welding, and powder coating in-house—we maintain total control over quality and schedule, ensuring your project is done right and delivered on time.
We specialize in the end-to-end fabrication of protective equipment for both stationary power and motive power applications. This includes manufacturing custom battery trays, acid-resistant battery boxes, racking systems, and heavy-duty enclosures for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Our in-house engineering ensures designs meet specific weight load requirements and ventilation standards.
Yes. We fabricate high-durability steel cases and trays designed to withstand the vibration and corrosive environments typical of motive power applications (such as electric forklifts and industrial trucks). We utilize acid-resistant powder coating formulations to ensure long-term protection against electrolyte spills and corrosion.
Absolutely. Our consultative engineering team can work with you to optimize stationary battery racking for seismic stability, thermal management, and ease of assembly. We offer Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback to reduce production costs while maintaining structural integrity.
We utilize state-of-the-art fiber laser cutting technology capable of processing carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. We can hold tight tolerances suitable for precision aerospace, industrial, and energy sector components. Our process minimizes the heat-affected zone (HAZ), resulting in clean, burr-free edges that often eliminate the need for secondary deburring operations.
Carbon Steel: Up to 1 inch thickness
Stainless Steel: Up to .75 inch thickness
Aluminum: Up to .5 inch thickness
Part sizes: 5ft x 10ft
A: We utilize high-precision multi-axis CNC press brakes that allow us to execute complex bends with exceptional repeatability. Our equipment features advanced active angle measurement systems to automatically compensate for material "springback," ensuring the first part matches the last part of the run. Whether you require tight-radius air bending, bottoming, or hemming for safety edges, our operators are trained to calculate precise bend deductions and k-factors to ensure your flat patterns fold up perfectly every time.
We employ a powerhouse hybrid welding strategy that merges advanced automation with artisanal craftsmanship to deliver MIG (GMAW) and TIG (GTAW) excellence. Our welding floor is segmented into three tiers of capability:
- Fully Autonomous Robotic Arms: For high-volume production, we deploy 6-axis industrial robots that deliver unmatched speed and perfect repeatability on every joint.
- Collaborative Robots (Cobots): These advanced systems work alongside our operators, bridging the gap between automation and flexibility for mid-volume runs.
- Expert Manual Welding: For complex geometries, tight quarters, or cosmetic finishes requiring human finesse, our seasoned AWS-certified welders bring decades of hands-on precision. Whether you need a single intricate prototype or a production run of 10,000 units, we have the specific technology to execute it efficiently.
We offer in-house powder coating services, which allows us to control quality, reduce lead times, and lower shipping costs. By keeping the finishing process under the same roof as fabrication, we ensure that parts are prepped, washed, and coated immediately after fabrication to prevent oxidation, ensuring a superior finish—crucial for industrial equipment exposed to harsh elements.
As a contract manufacturer, we can take your existing CAD drawings and produce parts to your exact specifications at scale. As consultative engineers, we partner with you earlier in the process. We review your designs to identify cost-saving opportunities, suggest material alternatives, and optimize the geometry for faster, more reliable production (DFM).
We are equipped to handle both. Our agile setup allows us to prototype and produce high-mix, low-volume custom parts (ideal for specialized battery equipment), as well as scale up for high-volume OEM production runs.





