DSW Cutting Information

DSW began as a converting knife company in 1943. With over 6 decades of steady business the company was bought out by our current owner, Chris McIlvaine. Over the course of the next couple years Chris decided that he wanted to purchase a waterjet so that he could supply his converting knife company with blanks. He quickly realized that having a waterjet cutter had the possibility to bring in more profits than converting knives. At that moment DSW Cutting was born. While continuing to service the converting knife customers Chris began investing more into the cutting industry. Our name was solidified in the Birmingham cutting industry when we purchased our CO2 laser cutter. We strategically purchased another laser cutter and a plasma cutter to keep up with the new customer demand in the cutting industry. From that point on we have been growing exponentially. With two laser cutters, two plasma cutters, two waterjet cutters, and two press brakes we have been able to service the southeast with our signature speedy lead times. To progress from there we purchased another 10 ft press brake that has the capacity to bend up to 1 inch steel. We have been working hand in hand with our vendors to ensure that we are getting the best machines on the market. Because of all of this growth we had to move from a 20,000 sq ft facility to our new location which is roughly 85,000 sq ft and conveniently located in downtown Birmingham. The move allowed us to expand our market even more. Instead of just being a cutting service now we are able to offer some fabrication services. With saw cutting, welding, and powder coat capabilities we are well on the way to becoming your one stop shop! DSW satisfies the demands of clients in the following industries and more: Aerospace Companies Architectural Fabrication Companies Automotive Manufacturers & Suppliers Engineering Firms Fabrication & Machine Shops Industrial Design Companies Inventors & Entrepreneurs Manufacturers