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19 Mar

Ways To Reduce Production Time in Metal Fabrication Shops

Clients of metal fabricators often need their order as soon as possible. So, metal fabricators are always looking for ways to reduce production time and deliver the best product in the shortest time frame. This increases the need to crank out the maximum amount of projects. For these reasons, fabricators are always looking for ways to optimize their processes for greater efficiency to reduce lead times. Read these ways to reduce production time in metal fabrication shops for some [...]

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16 Mar

How to Get the Most Out of Your Aging Machinery

Machinery—just like plasma cutting systems, shears, water jets, and other metal fabrication equipment—requires constant maintenance to keep it in good working shape. Poorly maintained machinery runs inefficiently. Breakdowns and downtime are expensive, and safety is always a consideration. Keeping your machinery running well is imperative to a smooth-running operation. Learn how to get the most out of your aging machinery in this guide to preventing machine breakdown due to longevity and maintenance issues. Stay on Top of Training for Machinery [...]

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12 Mar

Types of Plasma Cutter Gases and Their Benefits

When doing research, an operator or owner could be faced with a dizzying array of gas options. Many fabricators choose a plasma cutting system with dual gas or multi-gas capabilities. This means that a variety of plasma and shield gases can be used for various applications. A plasma torch is simply a highly charged ion that blazes through electrically charged bases such as metal plates. A plasma welding machine uses different kinds of gases to tear through metals. The plasma [...]

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11 Mar

In-Depth Look at How Hydraulic Press Brakes Work

A hydraulic press brake is an essential piece of equipment in industries relating to sheet metal fabrication. There are two popular types in the sheet metal fabrication community: the manual press brakes and the press brakes operating on hydraulic power. Hydraulic press brakes are the safest and more controllable than a mechanical brake. They generally allow for multiple speed settings. Hydraulic also allows for more precision bends, providing greater control when inching down and getting set for a job. Another advantage [...]

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24 Feb

An Overview of the Structural Steel Fabrication Process

Average Joes don’t understand how detailed metal fabrication is. Many people think we just cut a few things and, bam, the final project is complete. This idea couldn’t be further from the truth. The process is actually much more complicated than you may think. So, read this overview of the structural steel fabrication process so you can develop a deeper appreciation for the field. Cutting Fabricators start each project by cutting the materials. Luckily, the field of metal fabrication has come [...]

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17 Feb

An Overview of the Fiber Laser Cutting Process

Fiber laser cutting machines are among the most significant advancements in the metalworking industry. The machines are over 100 times more powerful than their carbon dioxide counterparts. Also, the devices are much more efficient and can create more cuts in less time. This begs the question, why wouldn’t a shop owner buy a fiber laser cutting machine? Ahead, we present an overview of the fiber laser cutting process for supervisors who need a little more convincing. What Is a Fiber [...]

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12 Feb

Real-World Roll Forming Applications

As fabricators, we see our work everywhere. Every time we step foot in a car, we wonder if one of our colleagues was the one who put it together. Well, this sentiment may also be true for angle roll forming. Here are real-world roll forming applications that everyone should know. Perhaps once you realize how common these devices are, you’ll develop a fonder appreciation for metal fabrication. Automobiles and Trains Metal fabricators are the magicians of the automotive field. Without our [...]

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05 Feb

Benefits of Using a Sheet Metal Folding Machine

Metal fabrication is backbreaking work. Many people get injured in this line of employment, or at the very least, they come home exhausted at the end of the day. However, fabricators should know it doesn’t always have to be this way. Instead, they should read about the benefits of using a sheet metal folding machine to make things easier on themselves. Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to do something after work, instead of just crashing on the [...]

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27 Jan

How To Launch a Metal Fabrication Startup

Forget about the stock market; metal fabrication is a booming business. You can make a lot of money by running an efficient shop that takes on many projects. Want to know how you can hop on the bandwagon? Read this guide on how to launch a metal fabrication startup so you can start to see the profits roll in. Machinery and Space The first step in starting a metal fabrication business is to find the right area and the proper machinery. [...]

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14 Jan

The Do’s and Don’ts of Drilling Steel Beams

If you stopped to think about how many steel beams are around you at any given time, you’d be amazed. Engineers use them to construct buildings and automobiles. But these beams rarely come premanufactured. This is where metal fabrication shops come in. Fabricators use tools like coping machines to cut holes in the items so people can use them for larger projects. Here are the do’s and don’ts of drilling steel beams that every metalworker needs to know. Do Secure [...]

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