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23 Oct

An Unconventional Path To Success

How a Shop Is Maintaining Jobs and Increasing Success During a Pandemic We brought you details about how JBT Corporation (formerly JB Friction & Fab Corp) took a different approach by leveraging equipment technology and achieved unfettered growth in January of 2017. So, it should not be a surprise to you that a little more than three years later, they are back at. JBT Corporation established in 2009 and is a Wisconsin based value-added contract manufacturing company with a focus on [...]

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16 Oct

The Different Types of Tube Bending

It’s insane how many tools there are in a metal fabrication shop. It’s hard to know where to look when you walk into one of these establishments. The truth is, though it may be overwhelming to look at, all of the devices play a critical role in the metalworking process. Tube bending machines, for example, help fabricators manipulate sheet metal into the shapes they want. This piece will talk about the different types of tube bending and show why [...]

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12 Oct

Safety Tips When Using a Fiber Laser Cutter

Fiber laser cutters are growing in popularity because they increase shop efficiency. Additionally, high-tech models are incredibly simple to use, and they make workers’ lives easier. Yet, people can still injure themselves if they don’t know what they’re doing. Here are some safety tips when using a fiber laser cutter that every fabricator should know. By following these tips, supervisors and their employees can avoid horrible workplace accidents. Get To Know the Machine Metalworkers can’t simply plug in a fiber laser [...]

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06 Oct

Why Deburring Is Important for Metal Fabrication Projects

Metal fabrication is more than just cutting a part; it’s an all-encompassing process of conceptualization, design, iteration, prepping, cutting and post-processing. All team members must take meticulous steps to ensure that every step is completed correctly. An important step that is commonly overlooked is post-processing. This article will help you better understand why deburring is important for metal fabrication projects. Removes Markings Deburring ensures a higher quality finish on completed part. Sometimes machines such as plasma cutters can leave unwanted markings [...]

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29 Sep

How To Choose the Right Plasma Cutter

Metal fabrication shops wouldn’t be the same without plasma cutters. These machines increase shop efficiency and make fabricators’ lives so much easier. However, it can be difficult for supervisors to choose the correct device because there are many variations on the market. Thus, managers should follow this guide on how to choose the right plasma cutter if they’re struggling to make a decision. It’s better to do a little research beforehand than make a regrettable mistake that employees will [...]

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21 Sep

How To Maintain Shearing Machines Correctly

The metalworking industry has come a long way from saws and blades. Yet, as high-tech as modern metalworking devices are, they still need to be adequately taken care of. This resourceful guide will show staff members and their employers how to maintain shearing machines correctly so that replacements aren’t needed for a while. Fabricators ought to pay close attention because the more dough their bosses save, the happier they’ll be. Follow Specifications Fabricators must follow the specifications laid out by manufacturers [...]

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16 Sep

The Benefits of Automated Deburring and Finishing

Metalworking is one of the most complex jobs out there. A fabricator can’t simply push a piece of sheet metal through a device and expect it to be cut perfectly. Sadly, that goal only exists in dreams. Instead, shop employees must ensure that every device is in working order before using it, be patient during operation to ensure their safety, and complete the cutting process by deburring the material. Luckily, automated metal deburring machines are available to those who [...]

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09 Sep

How Hydraulic Press Systems Can Fail

It’s nearly impossible to walk into a fabrication shop without seeing a hydraulic press system. These devices use a ram to compress and manipulate sheet metal into any shape a worker’s heart desires. The equipment can increase productivity dramatically. That is, if it’s working correctly. However, staff members should also know how hydraulic press systems can fail so that they can spot the signs before disaster strikes. Loss of Pressure Hydraulic press systems use an enormous amount of press to compress [...]

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01 Sep

Most Common Plasma Cutter Problems

Every shop owner knows that time is money. That’s why so many supervisors invest in plasma cutters to increase their productivity. Yet, as beneficial as these devices are, workers can occasionally run into issues. These are some of the most common plasma cutter problems that fabricators should be aware of, along with some pro tips on how to resolve them. Did Someone Say Consumables? Believe it or not, metalworking is full of complicated terms that not every Average Joe will understand. [...]

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28 Aug

The Benefits of Press Brake Offline Software

Fabrication shops are all about the hustle and bustle. Workers must always be laser-focused because there’s so much going on in these establishments. Luckily, fabricators have tools at their disposal to help make their lives easier. After all, these folks deserve a break. One mechanism that staff members use is offline software. This article provides an overview of the benefits of press brake offline software and proves that it’s a wise investment. What Is Offline Software? Offline software allows people to [...]

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