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What Is the Maximum Thickness a Fiber Laser Can Cut?
Fiber lasers are becoming increasingly popular in the manufacturing industry for their precision, power, and speed when cutting materials. But what is the maximum thickness a fiber laser can cut? There is some confusion about the materials a fiber laser cutter can penetrate and how deep they can cut. Here, we clear up some confusion…
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What You Should Know About Working With Aluminum
Aluminum, a versatile and widely used metal, offers numerous benefits to metal fabrication shops. However, working with aluminum requires understanding its unique properties and safety precautions. Here’s what you should know about working with aluminum. Weight vs. Strength Aluminum stands out for its impressive strength-to-weight ratio. Despite being one-third the weight of steel, it can…
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3 Top Tools Sheet Metal Roofing Businesses Should Use
The sheet metal roofing industry is a dynamic and competitive field. To stay ahead of the game, roofing businesses need to utilize the best tools available. These tools not only enhance productivity but also ensure precision and high-quality results. Here are the top three tools that every sheet metal roofing business should use in their…
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How To Keep Your Metal Fabrication Shop OSHA Compliant
Some workplaces maintain a culture that regards OSHA-required safety standards as nuisances and examples of regulatory overreach. Don’t allow those ideas to influence your shop’s culture. Safety starts at the top, where leadership demonstrates a commitment to worker safety and maintaining a shop that puts employee health and safety first. Knowing how to keep your…
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The Difference Between Pneumatic and Hydraulic Press Brakes
Press brakes are the workhorses of metal fabrication shops. With various options available, it’s important to understand the difference between pneumatic and hydraulic press brakes. Weighing their benefits and drawbacks will help you make an informed decision on which type is best for the jobs in your shop. Pneumatic Press Brakes Pneumatic press brakes use…
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4 Myths and Misconceptions About Laser Cutting Machines
Despite the numerous benefits of laser cutting machines, misinformation about them still circulates. Some think lasers are too dangerous, while others think they’re not versatile enough and won’t cut thicker materials. These misconceptions can cause metal fabricators to miss out on the benefits of using lasers for cutting. Learn about four myths and misconceptions about…
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8 Tips for Selecting a Press Brake
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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….
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Types of Structural Steel Fabrication Machinery
Metalworkers must always be laser-focused while on the job. Even the slightest inaccuracy can throw off an entire project. Luckily, fabricators have several tools at their disposal to take some of the pressure off their shoulders. For example, metalworkers can use different types of structural steel fabrication machinery to make their lives easier. Not only…