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Thompson Metal Fab

Name: Thompson Metal Fab
Address: Thompson Metal Fab Inc, 3000 SE Hidden Way, Vancouver, WA, 98661, US
Telephone: +13606960811

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Built on strength, passion and a steady pulse, we’re creating tomorrow’s infrastructure today.

11/04/2026

Engineered to regulate water flow in dams and spillway systems, these massive radial gates require exceptional structural integrity, dimensional accuracy, and precise fabrication throughout every stage of manufacturing.

This gate in particular (still early in the fab process) will be installed on the upstream side of a navigation lock.

At a dam, a 'lock' is where tugs, barges, and other vessels transit from one side of the dam to the other. Commonly there is a massive miter gate on the downstream side and these squatty (but wide) radial gates on the upstream side.

It's the kind of challenging, large-scale fabrication our team is equipped to deliver, supporting the infrastructure that communities and industries depend on.

11/02/2026

Thompson Metal Fab is growing, and we’re looking for experienced people to join the team in Vancouver, WA.

We’re currently hiring for roles including:

• Experienced Welders — Day & Swing Shift
• Experienced Fitters — Day & Swing Shift
• Aluminum Welders — Day & Swing Shift

If you know your way around a weld, fit-up, or a fabrication shop, we want to hear from you.

Come put your skills to work on some seriously big projects with a team that takes craftsmanship seriously.

See all current openings & apply:
https://thompsonmetalfabinc-hff.viewpointforcloud.com/careers/browsejobs

10/30/2026

There's always room to improve.

As we continue to refine our facility and expand our capabilities, we're constantly looking for ways to make better use of our space, equipment, and resources.

Recently, our team began dismantling a multi-ton overhead crane system for relocation to another area of the shop. By repurposing existing equipment, we're able to open up valuable floor space while putting proven infrastructure to work elsewhere in the facility.

10/28/2026

Steel lined up, sparks flying, and our crew putting in the work. From the first stages of fabrication to the finishing details, there's always something moving through the shop.

Seeing stacks of cut parts, kits, and finished assemblies around the shop is wildly rewarding.

10/23/2026

At Thompson Metal Fab, we've built our reputation on delivering solutions for some of the most demanding infrastructure and industrial projects across the country.

From heavy structural steel and bridge construction to hydro infrastructure and large-scale modular assemblies, our team brings decades of experience, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and an uncompromising commitment to quality to every project.

When the challenges get bigger, experience matters.

Learn more about our capabilities at tmfab.com.

10/21/2026

A closer look at the scale, complexity, and precision behind one of our ongoing fabrication projects.

The 'first level' (shown painted white) break down into six individual modules. Each one of those modules follow a specific build plan so to avoid 'stick building' as much as possible. It's the planning before the work happens that makes all the difference, and our team excels at this - seeking all opportunity to collaborate before critical decisions are made.

10/14/2026

The scale of this project is difficult to fully capture, but with the second level now assembled across its full length, the sheer size and complexity of this structure are becoming clear.

Spanning a significant portion of our fabrication bay, this assembly represents the precision, engineering coordination, and manufacturing capabilities required to execute projects of this magnitude.

Next comes another critical phase: controlled disassembly to prepare the pedestal level for blasting, followed by reassembly and the continued stacking of structural sections.

10/07/2026

The work doesn’t stop when the fabrication is complete.

These pictures were taken a few weeks back as this critical defense structure moves into its final stages of painting and another essential layer of protection is being added—one designed to help safeguard the structure against corrosion, harsh environments, and the test of time.

10/02/2026

From the drawing board to the shop floor.

This is the start of a new project: a Tainter gate engineered for critical water-control. What begins as a detailed drawing, with components like the diaphragm plate mapped out to exact specifications, will soon become a precision-fabricated structure built to perform in demanding conditions.

The first lines are on paper. The real work starts here.

Address

Thompson Metal Fab Inc, 3000 SE Hidden Way
Vancouver, WA
98661

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+13606960811

Website

http://www.tmfab.com/

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