What Fox Valley Metal Tech does

Fox Valley Metal Tech (FVMT), founded in 1989 and headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is a precision metal fabrication company specializing in complex weldments, assemblies, and finishes for U.S. defense and commercial customers. Core capabilities span fabrication assembly, NAVSEA- and AWS-certified welding (TIG and MIG on steel, stainless steel, copper-nickel, aluminum, and titanium), in-house CARC painting and metal finishing, precision machining, and ISO 9001-2015 inspection. All operations are consolidated under one roof in a 175,000+ square foot climate-controlled facility, with a 44,000-pound material storage and retrieval system, automated laser cutting integrated with CNC machines, six large overhead cranes, and in-house painting facilities audited by Lockheed Martin. The company holds approximately 150 weld procedure qualifications, with 25 welders carrying between 1 and 30 individual qualifications each.

FVMT's revenue model is project-based and RFQ-driven, with pricing determined per quote based on materials, complexity, certifications required (DFARS, NAVSEA, AWS), painting and finishing specifications, and delivery requirements. The customer base is anchored by U.S. defense primes and shipbuilders — Raytheon, Lockheed Martin, General Atomics, Leonardo DRS, L3, Fincantieri, Marinette Marine, and Enercon — with documented work on EMALS electrical enclosures for Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carriers, THAAD radar components, LCS Littoral Combat Ship hatches and masts, Columbia-class submarine components, and the Great Lakes Icebreaker. Commercial customers include Campbell Wrapper Corporation, Paper Converting Machine Company (Barry-Wehmiller), and Krueger International. The company holds NAVSEA, AWS CWF, DFARS, ITAR, CMMC, DDTC, NIST 800-171, and ISO 9001-2015 certifications, and produces Quality Data Packages exceeding 1,000 pages for major programs.

In 2024, ArmorWorks Enterprises acquired Fox Valley Metal Tech as a wholly-owned subsidiary, and in June 2026 the combined entity rebranded as Ravelin Defense, integrating FVMT's precision enclosures and fabrication with armor systems, blast-attenuating seating, and nuclear security solutions under a unified brand headquartered in Chandler, Arizona with operations in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Following a 2022 facility expansion of 74,800 square feet, leadership has publicly stated the added capacity provides the potential to nearly double revenue, supported by a 15% headcount increase in 2021 and planned additional 10% hiring growth.

Name

Fox Valley Metal Tech

Legal name

Fox Valley Metal Tech, LLC

Website

https://fvmt.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Fox Valley Metal Tech is a precision metal fabricator in Green Bay, Wisconsin, serving U.S. defense primes and shipbuilders with NAVSEA-certified welding, machining, and finishing in a 175,000+ sq ft facility. Acquired by ArmorWorks in 2024, it now operates under the Ravelin Defense brand.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precision Metal Fabrication and Defense Manufacturing Services

NAICS

All Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing (33299), Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing (3329)

SIC

Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Products (3490), Fabricated Structural Metal Products (3440)

akta.pro primary industry

Welding, Fabrication & Field Machining Services (On-site) (IMAIACAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Steelwork & Fabrication Facilities (Plate/Section Processing, Welding Lines) (IMAJALAH), Metal Airframe Structures & Machined Parts (IMABAEAC)

Keywords

• Precision metal fabrication
• Defense welding services
• NAVSEA certified manufacturing
• Custom metal enclosures
• Military fabrication services

Headquarters

HQ city

Green Bay

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Metal Fabrication Services: One-time project-based custom metal fabrication for complex defense and commercial applications. Services include fabrication, assembly, welding, machining, painting, finishing, and inspection. Revenue is generated through individual project contracts with defense contractors and commercial OEMs.
2. Precision Welding Services: Certified welding services including NAVSEA and AWS certified welders for military and defense applications. Provides both TIG and MIG welding for complex weldments.
3. Painting and Finishing Services: In-house painting and finishing capabilities including CARC (Chemical Agent Resistant Coating) military specifications for defense industry customers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Fox Valley Metal Tech delivers custom precision metal fabrication for complex weldments, assemblies, machining, painting, finishing, and inspection, holding tolerances within 0.010-inch using NAVSEA- and AWS-certified welders. The company operates a 175,000+ sq ft climate-controlled facility in Green Bay, Wisconsin, providing fully integrated in-house capabilities (fabrication, welding, machining, CARC painting, finishing, inspection) for U.S. defense contractors and commercial OEMs. Primary output includes complex electrical enclosures for naval vessels, radar and ship structures, and tight-tolerance components for defense programs such as EMALS, THAAD, LCS, and Columbia-class.

Product overview

Fox Valley Metal Tech operates as a precision metal fabrication services company offering a comprehensive suite of manufacturing capabilities. The core offering centers on custom precision metal fabrication for complex weldments, machining, assemblies, and finishes with ultra-precise tolerances. The company provides integrated services including fabrication assembly, precision welding (with NAVSEA and AWS certifications), in-house painting and metal finishing, precision inspection, and project management. Key product applications include large complex electrical enclosures for Department of Defense naval vessels, survivability solutions, and mission-critical components for the U.S. military. All operations are conducted in-house at the company's 175,000+ square foot climate-controlled facility in Green Bay, Wisconsin, enabling complete production control from raw materials through finished shipping.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fabrication Assembly Services Complete fabrication assembly services combining multiple manufacturing processes (cutting, forming, welding, machining, and assembly) under one roof for defense and commercial customers requiring tight-tolerance complex parts.
• Precision Welding Services NAVSEA- and AWS-certified welding services including TIG, MIG, and robotic welding for steel, stainless steel, copper-nickel, aluminum, and titanium. Aimed at U.S. Navy, defense contractors, and commercial OEMs needing certified weldments with tight tolerances.
• Painting and Metal Finishing In-house painting and finishing services including CARC (Chemical Agent Resistant Coating) military specifications, powder coating, and chemical-resistant coatings — Lockheed-Martin-audited and approved for defense customers.
• Precision Parts and Fabrication Inspection In-house ISO 9001-2015 certified inspectors providing dimensional inspection, weld inspection, first article inspections, and Quality Data Package (QDP) documentation and material traceability.
• Defense Industry Electrical Enclosures Large complex electrical enclosures made from aluminum and structural steel for Department of Defense applications including EMALS (Electromagnetic Aircraft Launching System) and AAG systems for naval vessels such as the Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier.
• Metal Fabrication Project Management Project management services including ERP-based tracking, design for manufacturability reviews, and Quality Data Package compilation for defense and commercial fabrication projects.
• Metal Fabrication Equipment Capabilities State-of-the-art manufacturing equipment infrastructure including automated laser cutting systems, CNC machines, bridge machines, large boring bar units, and 20-ton crane capacity, delivered through a 175,000+ sq ft climate-controlled facility.
• Quality Standards and Documentation Services Quality management and documentation services including weld mapping, Quality Data Packages (QDPs), first article inspections, and material traceability documentation for defense compliance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced DoD planned installation time by 75% for electrical enclosure projects on Gerald R. Ford-Class aircraft carrier
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ArmorWorks EnterprisescoreOthers · 1 January 2024ArmorWorks Enterprises acquired Fox Valley Metal Tech in 2024 and subsequently completed a brand integration resulting in unified identity 'Ravelin Defense' as of June 2026. Fox Valley Metal Tech operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary. The combined entity brings together more than six decades of defense manufacturing expertise spanning survivability structures, armor systems, precision enclosures, blast attenuating seating, and nuclear security solutions. Ravelin Defense is headquartered in Chandler, Arizona with operations in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Mayville Engineering Company (MEC): Wisconsin-headquartered contract manufacturer of metal fabricated components serving defense, aerospace, commercial vehicles, and industrial markets. Highly comparable business model, similar customer mix of major primes, and similar size and Midwestern footprint make MEC the closest publicly traded peer to Fox Valley Metal Tech.
• BTD Manufacturing: Minnesota-based contract manufacturer offering metal stamping, fabrication, welding, powder coating, and assembly for industrial, agricultural, and defense customers. Comparable Midwest precision-fabrication model, similar size, and overlapping welding/fabrication services.
• Fisher Barton: Wisconsin-based precision metal components manufacturer producing cutting wear parts, blade products, and engineered components for agricultural, turf, defense, and industrial markets. Similar size, geographic base, and precision fabrication capabilities make Fisher Barton a strong comparable for FVMT's commercial-side capabilities.
• Cadence Aerospace: Aerospace precision-machined components and assemblies supplier serving commercial aerospace, defense, and space markets through acquired machining businesses. Comparable as a Tier-2/Tier-3 aerospace and defense component fabricator working with prime contractors on mission-critical programs.
• CPI Aerostructures: U.S. manufacturer of structural assemblies for fixed-wing aircraft and defense platforms, including complex welded and machined components for primes such as Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Gulfstream. Direct comparable in structural fabrication for defense primes, though smaller and airframe-focused.

Broad incumbents

• Kratos Defense & Security Solutions: Defense technology and unmanned systems company with metal fabrication and manufacturing capabilities supporting missile defense, radar, and shipbuilding programs. Comparable exposure to the same defense prime customers and DoD program funding dynamics as FVMT.
• Triumph Group: Large aerospace and defense supplier of precision-machined and fabricated metal components, assemblies, and systems for commercial and military aircraft, defense, and industrial markets. Comparable precision-fabrication competencies serving similar prime contractors, but at significantly larger scale.
• BWX Technologies (BWXT): Nuclear components and naval reactor manufacturer serving U.S. Navy, Department of Defense, and commercial nuclear markets. Relevant as a comparator for the naval/defense precision manufacturing niche, including NAVSEA-adjacent qualifications, though at much larger scale and focused on nuclear.
• Mercury Systems: Defense electronics and mission-critical subsystems provider with precision mechanical fabrication capabilities. Overlaps with FVMT in mission-critical DoD subsystems and defense prime relationships, though primarily electronic rather than structural fabrication.
• Ducommun Incorporated: Aerospace and defense manufacturer of complex electronic and structural assemblies, including large-format precision fabricated metal structures for fixed-wing aircraft, rotary-wing, and missile platforms. Overlapping capabilities in tight-tolerance fabrication for major primes, though materially larger and more diversified than FVMT.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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