Contract Manufacturing Services & Metal Fabrication

Prioritizing Efficiency and Quality

Crafting Excellence for Decades

From humble beginnings in 1945 to developing a two-pronged business in 2000, Rhinehart Development Corporation has seen exponential growth over the years, offering quality products, reliable service and timely delivery at prices that keep our company competitive. Strategically positioned in the heart of the Midwest, Rhinehart is your premier destination for all fabrication and contract manufacturing needs.

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Quality Starts Here

In today’s competitive economy, you need a contract manufacturer that gets it right the first time while prioritizing timely service and affordability to keep your company ahead of the curve.

At Rhinehart Development we use state-of-the-art equipment that increases efficiency while producing quality products and print-to-part manufacturing services you can count on. With all production processes handled in-house, we optimize efficiency while helping you reduce costs.

Reliable Fabrication and Contract Manufacturing Services

When you choose to work with Rhinehart as your ISO 9001 contract manufacturer, you’ll receive comprehensive custom industrial metal fabrication services to make your project a success. With integrated service workflows, we can combine multiple services into a single project to produce finished components or subassemblies. Our experience allows us to sequence each stage of the manufacturing process for efficiency and production alignment. Some examples of the outputs we can deliver include brackets, enclosures, panels, frames, housings, structural supports, and multi-part welded assemblies.

We can work from client-supplied drawings, CAD files, or specifications. In all cases, we maintain strict adherence to specified tolerances, materials, and quality requirements. Our capabilities support both low-volume contract manufacturing and ongoing repeat production, with an emphasis on consistency, repeatability, and process control.

Offering so much under the same roof means we can help reduce rework, hand-off errors, and scheduling friction. In addition, our ISO-aligned quality controls ensure the best results for projects. Our facilities and expertise give us the ability to offer a wide range of services including:

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The Rhinehart Advantage — In-House Manufacturing for Superior Quality

Because we keep our manufacturing and finishing services in-house, you can count on us to provide exceptional quality, speed and cost-effectiveness. Many of our competitors outsource certain aspects of the manufacturing or finishing processes, which can lead to problems with the finished products. There may be delays, additional costs and/or inconsistent quality that can hurt your bottom line and hold up your supply chain.

When you work with Rhinehart as your turnkey contract manufacturing company, however, you’ll receive comprehensive in-house metal fabrication and finishing. We have the in-house capabilities to handle laser cutting, welding, stamping, forming and more for precise results made to your exact specifications. From there, our sister company Rhinehart Finishing, LLC, takes over for powder coating, phosphating or liquid spray painting to provide enhanced durability and performance.

Every stage of the manufacturing process is closely monitored by our experts, ensuring the highest levels of quality in the finished components. Because there’s no need to farm out work to third-party vendors, we can keep your project on schedule and eliminate unnecessary costs. Through it all, you’ll have a single point of contact to answer all your questions and provide you with peace of mind.

Whom We Serve

Conveniently nestled between the major hubs Chicago, Detroit and Indianapolis, and located just northeast of Fort Wayne, Indiana, we’re perfectly situated to cater to a diverse clientele. Our contract services extend to local businesses, companies nationwide, defense-related entities, government organizations and the DLA, ensuring that we meet the varied needs of our customers, no matter their location or industry.

We have the expertise and capabilities to serve customers across numerous industries. No matter what the job calls for, our clients know they can count on us to meet their precise specifications and industry standards. We have a long history of helping companies in sectors including:

Agriculture — Our work for the agricultural sector includes custom-fabricated farm equipment components and assemblies.
Construction and Infrastructure — We provide high-strength structural components for use in industrial projects.
Defense and Government Contracts — We’re trusted by government agencies to provide compliance-driven manufacturing for many military applications.
Industrial Manufacturing — Tailored to meet unique production needs, our OEM components are renowned for their exceptional quality.

Whatever our customers need from us, we’re committed to delivering it with the highest degrees of precision and efficiency. With advanced automation and a dedication to excellent craftsmanship, we provide superior results. Our ISO 9001:2015 certification speaks to the strict quality controls we adhere to across all fabrication processes. Because we provide fabrication and finishing under one roof thanks to our integration with sister company Rhinehart Finishing, LLC, we streamline production with end-to-end solutions.

Services from Certified Professionals

Rhinehart Development Corporation is proudly compliant to ISO standards and registered with BSI, the business standards company for devoted excellence in quality management.

Frequently Asked Questions About Contract Manufacturing for OEMs

What does “contract manufacturing services” mean at Rhinehart Development?

As an ISO-certified contract manufacturer, we provide build-to-spec manufacturing. This means all parts and assemblies are manufactured according to customer-provided drawings, specifications, and tolerances. This may include fabrication, assembly, and/or coordinated finishing, depending on project requirements. Working with a single contract manufacturing partner means fewer hand-offs, streamlined communication, and accountability throughout the process.

Can Rhinehart handle both individual parts and assembled components?

We support production of individual fabricated parts, welded metal assemblies, and components with installed fasteners, all produced to customer specifications. Compared to assembling parts sourced from multiple suppliers, our in-house assembly can improve fit, consistency, and repeatability. Additionally, you’ll receive completed custom metal assemblies rather than managing separate fabricated metal components, which helps streamline logistics.

What materials can be used for precision contract manufacturing projects?

We work with commonly specified sheet and structural metals, using customer drawings and documentation to guide material selection and fabrication requirements. Material selection is determined by the application requirements rather than standardized offerings. Regardless of the materials used, we ensure alignment with documented material specifications to maintain consistency across production runs.

How does Rhinehart ensure quality and consistency in repeat production?

Our standardized processes, work instructions, and inspection checkpoints help us maintain consistency across orders. We follow ISO 9001:2015-aligned quality management practices that support controlled manufacturing and documentation. This level of in-house coordination helps reduce variability that you might experience with external vendors.

Can Rhinehart support projects that require multiple fabrication processes?

Yes, we can provide multi-step fabrication that includes cutting, stamping, forming, welding, and other processes. We use centralized scheduling and internal coordination to maintain efficiency and alignment across all stages, improving process continuity and dimensional consistency even during complex projects.

Does Rhinehart offer finishing as part of metal contract manufacturing?

We provide finishing in coordination with our closely integrated sister company, Rhinehart Finishing, LLC. Options include liquid paint finishing as well as powder coating. This helps ensure the durability, corrosion resistance, and performance of the finished part according to customer requirements.

What information is needed to request a contract manufacturing quote?

To receive a quote for end-to-end contract manufacturing services with Rhinehart, we request key inputs including drawings or CAD files, material specifications, quantities, tolerances, and finishing requirements. This ensures we can provide the most accurate pricing and production timelines among contract manufacturing companies.