CNC Plasma · Laser Cutting · Custom Fabrication

Precision Plasma & Laser Cutting — Made Friendly, Fast, and Local.

Smart Steel delivers high-quality CNC fabrication from our home workshop in Germiston. Whether you need signage, décor, custom parts, or laser engraving — we make the process simple, quick, and personal.

Smart Steel workshop — CNC plasma and laser cutting in Brakpan
Meet the maker

Hi, I'm Hannes — owner and operator of Smart Steel.

I run a small but powerful fabrication workshop offering CNC plasma cutting, CO₂ laser cutting, engraving, and custom design work. I believe in friendly service, fast turnaround, and clean, precise results.

"Your project matters — and I'm here to help you bring it to life."

6 mm

Max plasma cut thickness

100 W

CO₂ laser power

24 h

Typical quote turnaround

1-on-1

Direct service, always

Services

What I Can Make For You

From steel brackets to personalised gifts — here's how I can help.

Plasma Cutting
Up to 6 mm · 1500×1300 mm bed

Plasma Cutting

Clean, accurate cuts on mild steel up to 6 mm and stainless steel up to 3 mm. Perfect for brackets, parts, décor, signage, and custom fabrication.

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Laser Cutting & Engraving
100 W CO₂ · 1300×900 mm bed

Laser Cutting & Engraving

Great detail cutting and engraving on wood, acrylic, leather, MDF, and more. Ideal for gifts, signage, branding, and precision components.

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Custom Design & Fabrication
SolidWorks · AutoCAD

Custom Design & Fabrication

Need something unique? I design and cut custom parts, prototypes, décor pieces, and one-off projects using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

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Steel + Acrylic Projects
Mixed materials · Custom designs

Steel + Acrylic Projects

Modern signage, layered décor, and mixed material designs that stand out. Great for businesses, events, and home décor.

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Why Smart Steel

Why Choose Smart Steel

Friendly Service

You deal directly with me — no call centres, no confusion, just clear communication and fast responses.

Local & Convenient

Based in Germiston, with easy WhatsApp communication and quick turnaround times.

Precision Machines

1500×1300 mm CNC plasma cutter and 1300×900 mm 100W CO₂ laser cutter.

Affordable Quality

Professional results without the big factory pricing.

Custom Work Welcome

From one-off pieces to full batches — I'm happy to help.

Fast Turnaround

Most projects quoted within 24 hours and completed quickly.

Portfolio

Some of My Recent Work

A selection of projects from the workshop — plasma cutting, laser engraving, and custom fabrication.

Plasma-cut wall décor
Plasma Cutting

Plasma-cut wall décor

Acrylic LED signage
Laser Cutting

Acrylic LED signage

Custom steel brackets
Plasma Cutting

Custom steel brackets

Laser-engraved wooden gifts
Laser Engraving

Laser-engraved wooden gifts

Layered steel & acrylic sign
Mixed Materials

Layered steel & acrylic sign

Personalised engraved board
Laser Engraving

Personalised engraved board

Simple process

How to Order

Getting your project made is easy — here's how it works.

01

Send Your Idea

WhatsApp me your design, sketch, photo, or description.

02

I Prepare Your Quote

Clear pricing, material options, and turnaround time.

03

Cutting & Fabrication

Your project is cut with precision and care.

04

Collection or Delivery

Pick up in Germiston or request delivery.

Smart Steel workshop in Brakpan
Our story

About Smart Steel

Smart Steel is a home-based fabrication workshop offering plasma cutting, laser cutting, engraving, and custom design. I started this business to give people a friendly, reliable place to get high-quality CNC work done without the stress or high cost of big fabrication shops.

If you want something custom, unique, or personal — you're in the right place.

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Get in touch

Let's Talk About Your Project

I'm easy to reach — WhatsApp is the quickest way to get a quote.

WhatsApp

082 758 3168

Email

[email protected]

Location

Germiston, Gauteng

Hours

Mon–Thu 08:00–16:00 · Fri 08:00–13:00

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