Weld distortion is the plight of every welder! If you’re are an engineer or a welder, you have likely encountered some shrinkage on your weld project. It’s at that moment after you have made the weld with a great-looking bead. After a while, you...
3 Ways to Correct Distortion after Welding
May 29, 2020 9:00:00 AMHow Thin Can Sheet Metal Get?
May 22, 2020 9:00:00 AMMetal thickness is a critical factor in all manufacturing processes. It is a key determinant in almost all metal forming processes, from welding and fabrication to finishing.
How Marine Fuel Tanks and Sheet Metal Fabrication Coexist
May 15, 2020 9:00:00 AMMarine tank fabrication is a long process that involves lots of handling and precision. However, many think that it’s the normal fabrication process. If you want to run your boat or shop, it is mandatory to have some diesel. And with diesel, you...
Steel or Stainless: What is the Most Durable Sheet Metal?
May 8, 2020 9:00:00 AMBoth steel (carbon steel) and stainless steel are the essential metal materials used in the majority of metal industries. To understand the various metalworking processes and parts, differentiating between the two is critical.
The Blackstone Fundamentals of Sheet Metal Design
May 1, 2020 9:00:00 AMSheet metal design is key to the production of quality products. For manufacturers to come up with desirable, quality-compliant metal tools, they ought to follow specific guidelines. Whether you are fabricating military equipment or automobile...