Steel and Aluminum Processing from a Leading Bay Area Steel Supply Company

Reliance Metalcenter is a full-service Bay Area metal supply company offering precision metal processing services from our Union City service center. With an emphasis on consistency, traceability, and quick turnaround, we support regional and international manufacturers with reliable steel and aluminum processing capabilities. Our facility serves a range of industries, including aerospace, electronics, transportation, infrastructure, and general manufacturing.

As a Bay Area aluminum and steel supply company and established metals processor, Reliance Metalcenter provides coil processing, blanking, sawing, scribing, and finishing services to meet the technical specifications and production timelines of demanding customers. Whether your operations require precision coil leveling or thermal treatment, we are equipped to deliver material in the format and condition required for efficient fabrication.

Precision Coil and Sheet Processing Services

Reliance Metalcenter’s metal processing services are designed for manufacturers and fabricators who depend on high-volume, high-accuracy material preparation. We process steel and aluminum sheet and coil into ready-to-use formats for production workflows, reducing internal labor and minimizing scrap.

Our coil and sheet processing capabilities include:

• Precision coil blanking
• Coil leveling, including steel coil leveling and aluminum coil leveling
• Coil shearing, steel coil shearing, and aluminum coil shearing
• Precision metal sheet blanking for complex shapes and defined tolerances
• Sheet metal paper interleaving for surface protection and ease of stacking
• Sheet metal saw cutting, precision sheet metal sawing, and sheet metal shearing
• Sheet metal circle cutting and sheet metal band sawing

These processes are managed by experienced operators and backed by ISO 9001:2015 quality standards. As one of the leading steel processing companies and aluminum processing companies in northern California, Reliance Metalcenter supports high-throughput production with accurate, traceable output.

Thermal Sheet Processing

Our Union City service center also processes common alloy sheet with in-house thermal treatment options that support structural integrity and machining performance. Our thermal processing services include and allow:

• Thermal heat treat of common alloy sheet stock to remove coil memory
• Improved elongation and formability
• Lights out processing with your equipment utilizing dead flat sheet

These metal processing services allow Reliance Metalcenter to support OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in critical industries with fabricated materials that need to meet specific and extreme radius requirements. As a metals processor serving complex manufacturing environments, our company works closely with customers to align plate treatments with end-use requirements.

Protective Applications

To reduce damage during transport and fabrication, Reliance Metalcenter offers finishing and protective surface treatments for aluminum and stainless steel sheet and plate. Options include:

• PVC coating for sheet metal
• PVC coating for stainless steel and aluminum plate using white, black, clear, and laser-cut PVC
• Scribing for stainless steel and aluminum plate

These services are widely used in fabrication shops, cleanroom environments, architectural manufacturing, and transportation component production. We support large-scale and repeat orders as well as project-specific requirements, giving customers flexibility in their material planning.

A Steel and Aluminum Metal Supply Company Serving California and International Markets

Reliance Metalcenter in Union City is a steel and aluminum metal supply company for the Bay Area, supporting customers across northern California, northern Nevada, and Mexico. With just-in-time (JIT) delivery options and robust inventory systems, we help production teams meet aggressive timelines without sacrificing quality or compliance.

Our distribution network also reaches manufacturers in East Asia, with regular shipments to Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and China. In addition, we serve Southeast Asia as a steel and aluminum metal supply company for Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, India, and Malaysia. Our team has experience coordinating international logistics and working with complex order requirements for global supply chains.

Asia-Pacific Operations Supporting Southeast Asia

Reliance Metalcenter Asia-Pacific operates out of a 40,000-square-foot facility in West Singapore, established in 2008 to serve customers in Southeast Asia. This location is AS 9100:2016 certified, based on ISO 9001:2015, and provides aluminum-focused processing support for industries such as aerospace, electronics, and industrial equipment.

Capabilities at the Singapore site include:

• Aluminum plate saw cutting up to 24 inches using vertical band saws
• Circular saw cutting for aluminum up to 12 inches thick
• Material yield optimization through custom cutting strategies
• Precision part preparation and JIT inventory options
• Inventory of U.S., European, and Asian aluminum mill stock

As part of our international network, Reliance Metalcenter Asia-Pacific enables efficient sourcing and localized processing for manufacturers across Southeast Asia. We support high-volume production environments that require consistency, traceability, and regional responsiveness.

Industries We Support

As one of the most established Bay Area metal service centers, we serve a broad customer base across industrial and commercial sectors. Our processing services are suited for:

• Aerospace and defense manufacturing
• Automotive component production
• Cleanroom, semiconductor, and electronics applications
• Food equipment and commercial kitchen fabrication
• Infrastructure and architectural metalwork
• Heavy machinery and OEM component manufacturing

Whether working with short production runs or long-term supply agreements, Reliance Metalcenter helps customers meet their goals with reliable materials and processing capabilities. As a raw materials distributor, we support large and small accounts with the same precision and responsiveness.

Certifications and Responsible Sourcing

Reliance Metalcenter operates with full traceability and documentation for processed materials. Our facilities are ISO 9001:2015 certified, and we provide certification packages for every order as needed. In line with customer requirements for ethical sourcing and government compliance, we also supply:

• DFAR-compliant material for U.S. military and defense contractors
• DRC conflict-free materials to support responsible global sourcing

By maintaining alignment with international compliance programs, Reliance Metalcenter allows customers to meet internal standards and external regulatory expectations.

Why Choose Reliance Metalcenter?

With over 300 locations across 40 U.S. states and 10 countries, Reliance Metalcenter is part of a global network with deep local knowledge and proven infrastructure. Our Union City steel service center supports more than 125,000 customers with advanced processing services and dependable material flow.

Our customers choose us because we offer:

• Reliable inventory and next-day delivery in northern California
• Responsive support for short-lead projects and blanket orders
• Experienced teams trained in metals processing and quality assurance
• Equipment and floor space for high-volume production runs
• Integrated logistics for international shipments and vendor-managed inventory

As a metal services company, we focus on consistent quality, fast turnaround, and solutions aligned with your production requirements.

Get in Touch

Ready to source material from a Bay Area metal supply company that supports your processing, schedule, and compliance needs? Contact Reliance Metalcenter today to request a quote, check material availability, or coordinate an upcoming production order.

We’re ready to support your goals with dependable metal processing services, global delivery capabilities, and experienced teams at every step.