Delivering Military-Grade Steel Projects With Precision
Westfield Steel is honored to play a role in strengthening the defense industry by supplying military-grade steel sheets, plates, and fabricated components for mission-critical applications. One of our most impactful contributions is to a Department of Defense armored truck refurbishment program, where we fabricate structural and protective components that help extend military vehicles’ service life and performance.
These trucks must endure harsh conditions, extreme impacts, and high-stress combat environments—which means every part must meet strict mil-spec standards for strength, durability, and reliability. Our advanced laser cutting, forming, welding, and specialized coating processes ensure that every component seamlessly integrates into the vehicle’s structure, enhancing reinforcement, protection, and long-term durability in the field.
Why Military-Grade Steel Matters
Military vehicles and defense structures require materials that can withstand intense forces, environmental extremes, and the unpredictable nature of combat operations. Military-grade steel plates and sheets are engineered specifically for these demands, making them essential for armored vehicles, fortified structures, and ballistic protection systems.
High Strength-to-Weight Ratio
Military vehicles must balance durability with mobility. Steel with a high strength-to-weight ratio enables tanks, armored personnel carriers (APCs), and aircraft reinforcements to remain lightweight enough for agility while still withstanding ballistic impacts, blasts, and extreme mechanical stress. At Westfield Steel, we fabricate chassis components, plating, and protective reinforcements that optimize strength without compromising maneuverability.
Corrosion & Heat Resistance
Military operations take place in some of the harshest environments on Earth, from saltwater-exposed naval vessels and humid jungles to arid deserts and subzero battlefields. Corrosion-resistant steel prevents rust, degradation, and structural failure, ensuring that military equipment remains battle-ready for extended missions.
High heat resistance is equally important, particularly for engine components, exhaust systems, and weapon housings, where exposure to intense thermal conditions is a constant challenge. Westfield Steel ensures that every steel sheet and plate that we fabricate is treated for optimal corrosion and heat resistance, ensuring longevity in the most demanding conditions.
Precision Fabrication Compatibility
Every defense component must meet tight tolerances and precise specifications for repeatable fabrication and reliable performance. Military-grade steel plate and sheet must be laser-cut, formed, and welded with extreme accuracy without compromising structural integrity. At Westfield Steel, we utilize advanced laser cutting and forming technologies to manufacture turret mounts, ballistic shielding, fuel tank guards, and structural crossmembers designed to seamlessly integrate into military vehicles.
Meeting Military Specifications (Mil-Spec) with Precision Fabrication
Every structural and protective component must meet strict military specifications (mil-spec) to ensure uniformity, durability, and performance in combat conditions. Westfield Steel manufactures and supplies mission-critical components that meet or exceed these standards.
Structural & Protective Steel Components We Fabricate
Crossmembers: Steel A572 Grade 50, A656 Grade 80
Crossmembers provide structural reinforcement to the undercarriage and chassis, distributing weight and absorbing stress during off-road navigation, rapid deployment, and battlefield maneuvers. We fabricate high-strength crossmembers using A572 Grade 50 and A656 Grade 80 steel, materials known for their exceptional toughness and load-bearing capacity.
Transmission Supports & Guards: Steel A572 Grade 50
The transmission is the power center of a military vehicle and is responsible for delivering torque under extreme operating conditions. Transmission supports must withstand heavy vibrations, sudden impacts, and extreme torque loads. Our A572 Grade 50 transmission supports and guards reinforce this vital system, preventing damage from rough terrain, battlefield debris, and intense operational demands.
Muffler Supports & Guards: Steel A36
Exhaust systems in military vehicles must endure high temperatures and extreme vibrations. Muffler supports, and guards must resist warping, cracking, and heat damage, ensuring the exhaust system remains secure and operational. We fabricate these components using A36 steel, known for its heat resistance and durability, using precision welding and forming techniques to maintain integrity under intense thermal expansion and contraction.
Belly Deflector Shields: Steel A36, MIL-A-12560
Military vehicles frequently encounter rocky terrain, IED threats, and battlefield debris. Belly deflector shields serve as a protective layer, deflecting shrapnel, debris, and explosive forces away from critical vehicle components. We fabricate these shields using A36 and MIL-A-12560 steel, chosen for their shock absorption properties and high-impact resistance, minimizing vehicle damage and ensuring continued mission operation.
Fuel Tank Guards: Steel A36, MIL-A-46100
Fuel tanks are among the most vulnerable components of a military truck. A direct hit could cause leaks, fire, or even catastrophic explosions. Ballistic protection is crucial to shield the fuel system from projectiles and battlefield hazards. We manufacture fuel tank guards using A36 and MIL-A-46100 high-hardness armor plates, providing ballistic resistance, structural reinforcement, and impact absorption to maximize vehicle survivability.
Steps & Stands for Soldiers: Steel A36, Aluminum 5052-H32, A1011
Soldiers must be able to safely and quickly enter or exit their vehicles in high-pressure situations. Steps and stands must be rugged, slip-resistant, and capable of supporting the weight of fully equipped personnel. We manufacture these components using A36 steel for strength, Aluminum 5052-H32 for lightweight durability, and A1011 for added formability. Each step is fabricated to ensure long-term structural integrity under extreme conditions.
Wheel Wells: Steel MIL-A-46100
Wheel wells are subjected to constant wear, road debris, and battlefield hazards, requiring heavy-duty reinforcement. In combat scenarios, they may also need ballistic resistance against shrapnel and explosive fragmentation. We fabricate reinforced wheel wells using MIL-A-46100 high-hardness armor plates designed to withstand penetration from bullets, debris, and heavy impacts.
Turret Mount: Aluminum 6061 T-651, Steel A36
Turret mounts are high-stress components that must support heavy weapons and surveillance equipment while allowing smooth, precise movement. These mounts must be strong yet lightweight, withstanding constant recoil, vibrations, and rotational forces. Our turret mounts are fabricated from Aluminum 6061 T-651 for its high strength-to-weight ratio and A36 steel for structural stability, ensuring a durable and reliable system in combat operations.
Enlist Westfield Steel for Your Steel Needs
At Westfield Steel, we do more than supply parts—we engineer strength and protection into every component we fabricate. Our laser cutting, forming, welding, and mil-spec steel fabrication expertise ensures that military vehicles remain battle-ready under extreme conditions. If our steel solutions are trusted to protect American soldiers in the field, they are built to withstand your toughest challenges. Talk to a steel expert today to discuss your military-grade steel fabrication needs or request a custom quote.
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