Glass and Aluminum Business Feasibility Study

What a good one includes

• A detailed analysis of local construction and renovation trends to prove there is enough demand for glass facades, windows, and aluminum framing in your service area.
• A complete list of required machinery, including cutting saws, crimping machines, and glass handling equipment, along with upfront purchase or leasing costs.
• Space and utility specifications for the new workshop, detailing the square footage needed for assembly lines, material storage racks, and safe glass handling.
• Current pricing and lead times from glass manufacturers and aluminum extruders, including backup supplier options to prevent project delays.
• A hiring and wage plan for skilled fabricators, assemblers, and estimators needed to handle the increased workload.
• A three-year cash flow forecast that shows your break-even point and when the initial investment in machinery and space will pay off.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Forgetting to calculate the high cost of specialized transport and safety equipment needed to deliver and install heavy glass panels without breakage.
• Underestimating the electrical power requirements of heavy fabrication machinery, which can lead to unexpected and expensive workshop rewiring bills.
• Assuming aluminum and glass material prices will remain flat, without accounting for global supply chain fluctuations or bulk shipping minimums.
• Overestimating workshop production capacity by failing to account for the physical space required to store finished, bulky aluminum frames waiting for delivery.

Frequently asked questions