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The Benefits of Using a CNC Tube Bending Machine
Computer numeric control, or CNC, has driven advances in metalworking machinery. Manufacturers can now use powerful machines to fold, bend, cut, and roll sheet metal with exceptional accuracy and precision. Consider the benefits of Using a CNC tube bending machine. Production Consistency A CNC tube bending machine can produce consistent products that maintain the same…
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How Many Axes Do You Need on a Press Brake?
A press brake is a machine used to bend or form metal into parts with specific shapes and sizes, usually by applying pressure via a ram and die. Determining how many axes you need on a press brake is crucial to producing quality, precision work in a metal fabrication shop. The number of axes your…
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Laser vs. Arc Welding: What You Need To Know
Welding is one of the most widely used joining processes in manufacturing. It has been used for decades to join metal components together, and it’s an essential skill for many trade professionals. But with so many different welding techniques available, it can be hard to choose the right one for your project. Consider laser versus…
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Essential Tools You Need To Manufacture Sheet Metal Parts
Investing in high-quality machinery with innovative features helps your shop produce quality parts efficiently. From shears and folders to brakes and rollers, there are many different machines that will help you create precision products. Knowing which tools work best for your application can make a big difference in the performance of your end product. Learn…
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Why Metal Fabrication Is an Important Industry
When you travel on an airplane or repair a loose doorknob with a screw, you’re benefiting from metal fabrication. According to Statista, the 2022 gross output of the US metal fabrication industry was $353 billion. Metal fabrication is an important industry for many reasons beyond the dollar value of fabricated products. When you buy a…
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Where Does the Press Brake Get Its Name?
Modern metal fabricators use machines called press brakes all the time. But, if you don’t work in the industry, you probably couldn’t guess all the things the machine does by name alone. So where does the press brake get its name? The term “press brake” is a combination of two words that describe the basic…
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8 Tips for Selecting a Press Brake
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Plasma Cutting Machine Maintenance Checklist
Plasma cutting machines are advanced systems with incredibly complex technicalities that only a trained repair person can handle. Don’t let your machine fall into disrepair, and don’t settle for subpar machine servicing. Make the most of your industrial operation by caring for your instruments and devices. Utilize this plasma cutting machine maintenance checklist as a…
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Technology Advancements in the Metalworking Industry
The metal fabrication industry has come a long way throughout history. At one point in time, workers had to do everything by hand. Not only did this take forever, it was also backbreaking work. Now, fabricators have many tools at their disposal to make their lives easier. Fortunately for them, manufacturers are just getting started….