By / Jessica Kirby | Photos: Swan Island Sheet Metal Works
In September 2024, Swan Island Sheet Metal marked a major milestone by relocating into a brand-new 60,000-square-foot facility in Portland, Oregon. This move wasn’t just about more square footage—it was about strategic growth and an unrelenting focus on better serving customers. The new space features a larger laydown area, expanded indoor material storage, and a vastly increased work area capable of handling large-scale projects and structural steel processing with ease. The facility reflects the company’s forward-thinking vision and long-standing reputation for precision, reliability, and innovation.
Although “sheet metal” is in the name, Swan Island Sheet Metal is far from your average metal shop. Established in 1938, the company has evolved into a full-service metal fabrication and installation powerhouse, known for shaping and forming an impressive range of metals including carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. The company’s capabilities are backed by a lineup of cutting-edge machinery and advanced technology, including laser cutters, press brakes, beam and pipe processing tools, and automated systems designed for custom fabrication, shearing, forming, punching, and rolling.
Yet it’s not just Swan Island’s tools or new facility that set it apart—it’s the people, the mindset, and the commitment to delivering top-tier service regardless of a project’s size or scope.
A defining trait of the company’s operations is the commitment to minimizing downtime and disruptions for clients. With off-hour crews available and a willingness to provide emergency and same-day services, Swan Island Sheet Metal ensures customers stay up and running even when time is tight. This level of service is especially critical in high-stakes industrial environments where every minute of halted production can mean lost revenue.
Owner John Gaynor is passionate about this level of customer-first thinking. “We approach every job with the same level of care and attention,” he says. “Whether it’s a small custom bracket or a complex structural package, our team takes pride in producing high-quality work and making sure the customer walks away satisfied.”
Gaynor’s leadership reflects decades of hands-on experience in the metal industry, and his vision has helped position Swan Island Sheet Metal as one of the most versatile and capable shops in the region. That versatility is evident in the company’s project portfolio. From food-grade stainless steel mechanical skids and sanitary pipework to architectural elements, countertops, structural steel, and miscellaneous metals—if it’s metal, Swan Island Sheet Metal has likely built it.
“Our clients have kept us on our toes,” Gaynor says. “But we love the challenges each request brings. Because of the range of products we’ve built, we’re confident that we can provide exactly what our customers are looking for.”
It’s that diversity and adaptability that make Swan Island a reliable partner across industries—from manufacturing and tech to commercial construction, food processing, marine, and more. The company’s experienced fabricators, welders, and installers understand the nuances of working in highly regulated environments, and they’re capable of customizing solutions to meet even the most demanding specifications.
The company’s culture is one of precision, accountability, and pride in craftsmanship. Every member of the Swan Island Sheet Metal team is trained to think critically, solve problems, and go the extra mile. The new facility only amplifies their capabilities, giving the team more space, better flow, and the infrastructure needed to take on even more ambitious work.
With a track record that spans over eight decades, Swan Island Sheet Metal remains a trusted name in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
Come see the difference for yourself—schedule a tour today and let’s build something together. Visit swanislandsheetmetal.com, call 503.284.3488, or email info@swanislandsheetmetal.com ■
