Astro Sheet Metal Co., Inc.

Astro Sheet Metal Co., Inc. Custom metal fabrication since 1967. Quality, Proficiency and Outstanding Customer Service! Astro Sheet Metal Co. Inc. Paxton and James Mizell. John W.

was founded in Irving, TX, in 1967 by John W. Paxton took full ownership of the company in 1970, and the company has been in our facility and managed by the Paxton family ever since. Since its humble beginnings in a small building with a dirt floor and no electricity, Astro Sheet Metal has strived for sustained and healthy growth throughout its history. Today, the company resides in a 20,000 squar

e foot, fully air-conditioned facility containing modern, sophisticated equipment. Paxton founded Astro Sheet Metal with a simple belief: a man hired to do a job should do that job the best that he knows how, and not simply good enough to meet customer expectations. He instilled the values of quality, proficiency, and customer satisfaction in his sons, four of whom now own and manage the business, and these values also have been passed down to the third generation of family members, who now work at the company. Astro Sheet Metal Co., Inc., has been proudly serving the Dallas-Fort Worth area with superior custom metal fabrication since 1967. Put our state-of-the-art equipment and the unrivaled experience of our staff to work for you when you need:

Brake Metal
Platforms
Handrails
Custom Gutters
Guards
Cladding
Industrial Fittings
Column Covers
Countertops
Light Structural Metals

05/27/2026

You need a metal partner who lives for the details. 👏

From complex radius forms in brass to unique powder-coated finishes, we are the sub you trust to get it right.

Ready to start your next project? Comment "CUSTOM" and we'll reach out.

05/11/2026

The fewer subs on a job site, the better. 👏

Many of our partners know us for brake metal, but we don't stop there! We apply that same precision and reliability to the custom fabrications that define a commercial space.

âś… Durable Stainless Counters & Desks
âś… Statement Pieces in Brass & Copper
âś… Modern Blackened Stainless Framing

Ready to bring your vision for custom interior metalwork to life?
Comment "CUSTOM" to discuss the details.

04/27/2026

It’s always the last 5% of the job that causes 95% of the headaches.

For a General Contractor, project delays caused by brake metal are frustrating.

It's almost always one of two problems:

❌ The parts are late, or worse—they're wrong.

An incorrect dimension discovered on-site can halt progress instantly.

That's a risk you can't afford.

Whether you need a reliable brake metal quote or a full Fab + Install partner, we deliver.

👉 Comment "METAL" to get started.

04/14/2026
04/13/2026

Every GC asks about equipment. But THIS is what you should be asking instead when vetting a metal fabricator.

03/30/2026

It's more than a motto, it's a standard passed down from our founder, 'Big John.'

He used to say "there are 24 hours in a day," and his promise was simple: work 'from can to can't,' always bidding every job with the intention to do it the best way we know how.

For over 50 years, we’ve been able to continue this legacy because of our hard-working staff who we are incredibly thankful for.

P.S. This month we are proud to celebrate the birthday of our Vice President of Sales and Field Operations, Matt Hoffman! We're grateful for your leadership.

  Worldwide Express, a corporate office in Dallas, TX, required high-end blackened steel accents to elevate its modern o...
03/09/2026

Worldwide Express, a corporate office in Dallas, TX, required high-end blackened steel accents to elevate its modern office aesthetic.

The challenge was to fabricate and install a variety of custom steel elements with precision while ensuring a seamless integration into the office environment.

Astro provided expert fabrication and installation services for multiple blackened steel features, including:

👉 A custom-designed blackened steel reception desk that serves as a striking focal point.

👉 Blackened steel portals enhance the space’s architectural depth.

👉 Custom blackened steel alcoves for a sleek and cohesive design.

👉 Blackened steel metal base to unify the office’s modern aesthetic.

To see more behind-the-scenes and finished photos of this project + learn about our process from start to finish, click the link below:
https://www.astrosheetmetal.com/portfolio_page/worldwide-express/

02/23/2026

We turned up the heat at Astro’s First Annual Chili Cookoff. 🌶️

From secret recipes to bold flavors, the competition was real — and so was the team spirit.

Congratulations to Raul, Jayden, and Reece for taking home the title (and gift cards) this year! 🏆
Already looking forward to next year’s rematch.

02/16/2026

Astro doesn’t just shape metal—it shapes the skyline, giving architects and builders the freedom to turn bold ideas into enduring structures.

Comment “PROJECT” and let’s chat about your next metal project. 👇

02/09/2026

When a critical manufacturer shuts down, replacement is not optional.

A government program was left with an active, in-use A/V system and no way to replace it.

No drawings. No documentation. No margin for error.

This short film shows how Environamics partnered with Astro to reverse-engineer and rebuild a highly specialized cabinet from the ground up.

Not just to match the original.

But to improve it for reliability, consistency, and future production.

â–¶ Watch the full 2-minute film to see how engineering, fabrication, and accountability came together.

â–¶ https://youtu.be/SQ-2X61TYIM

Address

1906 S. Great Southwest Pkwy
Grand Prairie, TX
75051

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

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