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Laser-cutting technology has revolutionized the manufacturing industry, providing unparalleled precision and efficiency in cutting a wide range of materials in sheet metal manufacturing. One such material that has gained popularity in recent years is vinyl-coated stainless steel. This unique product combines the durability and strength of stainless steel with the versatility and aesthetics of vinyl…
While polymers and plastics have started to be more widely used in medical product designs and applications, metals and specifically sheet metal fabrication are still highly beneficial to the medical industry. Metals serve as the building blocks to many of the life-saving medical devices and equipment doctors, nurses, and patients rely on every day and…
Whatever your sheet metal fabrication project may be, you need confidence that it will be completed quickly, efficiently, and correctly. Outsourcing work overseas is a popular solution, especially in our increasingly globalized world. Technology has created an ever increasing global marketplace, and it’s easy to take for granted how simple things like email and video…
Your reputation with your customers depends in part on the quality of the products you provide to them. So it goes without saying that the work your metal fabricator delivers—whether it is a component or a completed product—becomes a reflection of you. Choosing a sheet metal fabrication partner can be a challenging task. There are…
You have a sheet metal fabrication project to complete. Maybe you’ve done this a hundred times before, or maybe this is your first project order, and you are a little intimidated by where to start. An excellent way to alleviate a lot of stress is to bring your sheet metal fabrication partner in during the…
One of the first steps in getting your sheet metal fabrication project into production is to set a budget and gather quotes from your potential fabrication partners. Before you choose a partner, however, you will want to understand the factors that influence the estimate given to you. There are numerous elements that affect a quote…
3D printing is becoming increasingly popular and uses a process called additive manufacturing, which “uses data computer-aided-design (CAD) software or 3D object scanners to direct hardware to deposit material, layer upon layer, in precise geometric shapes,” (GE.com). This is in contrast with traditional sheet metal fabrication, which uses machining, laser cutting, punching, and other processes…
You have your project plans, you’ve gathered quotes from metal fabricators, and now you’re ready to pick your new supplier. FabShop XYZ catches your eye…their estimate is much lower than the others. Great! Actually, maybe not so great. Cost is an important factor, and finding ways to reduce costs has never been more important as…
In metal fabrication, welding is a central requirement that can be done either manually or automatically. What are the advantages of each method? Is robotic or manual welding the best choice for your project? There are several advantages to robotic welding in a project. Robotic welding is: More efficient: Welding robots are often promoted…
With so many factors causing prices to skyrocket, many OEMs and contractors are looking for ways to cut costs with their products. Several potential cost-saving evaluations should be performed before your project even gets to a fabricator: your ordering practices, your product design, and which fabricator you chose. The decisions that you make concerning these…