Metal and structural steel fabrication · Schmalkalden, Germany
Stairs, railings and steel structures, designed, fabricated and installed by one team.
We fabricate to EN 1090 up to execution class EXC3 for general contractors, industrial and commercial clients and homeowners, mainly in Thuringia and throughout Germany.



- EN 1090 certified
- EXC3
- EN 1090 certified
- (72 ft) component length, 360 m² shop, 3-metric-ton crane
- up to 22 m
- (72 ft) component length, 360 m² shop, 3-metric-ton crane
- experience, Christian Kaupert
- 30+ years
- experience, Christian Kaupert
- Michael Gabel in business
- since 2012
- Michael Gabel in business
About us
A new company with long experience.
Gabel Metall- und Stahlbau GmbH & Co. KG was founded in 2026 with the team, machines and experience of Metallbau Kaupert. Since August 2026, we have been fabricating in our 360 m² (3,875 sq ft) shop in Schmalkalden.
Design and detailing (CAD) are done in-house; structural calculations are provided by external structural engineers. We also install on request.
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Services
What we build
StairsInterior and exterior steel stairs: straight, spiral or space-saving.
RailingsStair, balcony and guard railings, interior and exterior.
Exit stairsExterior exit stairs and egress routes for commercial, industrial and public buildings.
CanopiesSteel canopies, patio covers and shelters, also with glass.
CarportsSteel carports and shelters.
GatesDriveway gates, pedestrian gates and steel doors.
FencesFences, mesh panels and enclosures for commercial and private clients.
Impact protectionBollards and impact guards for buildings and parking areas.
BalconiesBalconies and balcony railings, also with glass.
Steel buildingsSteel structures for buildings, additions and large covers.
Custom fabricationAnything off the beaten path: pipe racks, fixed ladders, weathering steel and more.
Certified
EN 1090 up to EXC3
We are certified to EN 1090, the European standard for steel structures, up to execution class EXC3. Our welding certificate and factory production control (FPC) are issued to Gabel Metall- und Stahlbau GmbH & Co. KG.
- EN 1090, execution class EXC3PDF coming soon
- Welding certificatePDF coming soon
- Factory production control (FPC)PDF coming soon
Planning a project?
Send us your drawings or describe your project. You will get a first response within 5 business days.