Napoleon Electric Fireplace Sheet Metal Fabrication Case Study

Project Background

As a world-renowned premium brand for fireplaces and outdoor products, Napoleon maintains extremely high standards for product appearance, structural stability, and long-term durability.
With the development of their next-generation electric fireplaces, Napoleon sought a partner with expertise in precision sheet metal fabrication, consistent surface finishing, and reliable mass delivery capabilities.

After multiple rounds of supplier evaluation, Baoxuan Precision Manufacturing Co., Ltd. was awarded the project and became the core supplier for the metal casings of Napoleon’s new electric fireplace series.

Customer Requirements

  • High surface flatness and consistent texture, eliminating oil-canning or orange peel defects;
  • ±0.1mm processing accuracy to ensure perfect fitting of front and rear panels;
  • Superior weather-resistant surface coating, preventing discoloration and corrosion over time;
  • Flexible small-batch, multi-delivery capabilities to support pilot production and market launches.

Baoxuan’s Customized Solution

  • Selected premium cold-rolled steel sheets (SPCC) with powder coating + high-temperature curing process for enhanced adhesion and rich color;
  • Applied laser cutting, CNC bending, robotic welding technologies to ensure uniform dimensions;
  • Developed exclusive flexible tooling and fixtures for efficient, consistent production;
  • Set up dedicated production lines to shorten lead times and meet product launch schedules.

Technical Specifications

ItemSpecification
MaterialCold-rolled Steel Sheet (SPCC)
Processing MethodsLaser Cutting, CNC Bending, Robotic Welding, Surface Finishing
Surface TreatmentHigh-temperature Powder Coating (ASTM B117 compliant)
Dimensional Tolerance±0.1mm
Corrosion ResistanceOver 500 hours Salt Spray Test

Project Outcomes

  • First-pass success during prototyping, no rework required;
  • Mass production first-pass yield reached 99.8%;
  • Product launch schedule accelerated by 10 days;
  • Secured a long-term supply relationship, maintaining core vendor status for three consecutive years.

Customer Testimonial

“Baoxuan has proven to be not only technically excellent but also highly responsive.
Their expertise in surface finishing and dimensional control perfectly aligns with Napoleon’s high standards.”
— Procurement Manager Ms. J

⚡ Practical Execution Checklist

  • Select high-grade raw materials
  • Design efficient and stable fixtures
  • Conduct multiple rounds of dimensional and surface inspections
  • Strictly control each surface finishing stage
  • Flexibly adapt to customer production schedules

Conclusion and Call to Action

Baoxuan Precision Manufacturing specializes in one-stop sheet metal solutions for high-end home appliances, fireplaces, and outdoor living sectors.
If you need premium-grade appearance parts or precision sheet metal components, contact us today for a custom proposal!

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