Welding Labor Cost Calculator
Estimate welding labor from shop rate and hours, then carry it into a complete customer quote.
Open the calculator →How to use it
Multiply estimated hours by your fully burdened shop rate, then include material, outside services, overhead, and profit.
Turn the result into a customer estimate
FabCalc handles the quick math. Forged Metrics lets you save the customer, break down line items, protect your margin, collect approval, and track real profit.
Continue in Forged Metrics →Common questions
What should my shop rate include?
Use accurate supplier and shop figures. FabCalc is for estimating; verify critical engineering and purchasing information before production.
How do I account for setup?
Use accurate supplier and shop figures. FabCalc is for estimating; verify critical engineering and purchasing information before production.
Where do consumables belong?
Use accurate supplier and shop figures. FabCalc is for estimating; verify critical engineering and purchasing information before production.