5-Axis Laser Cutting vs. Metal Stamping
Leave a CommentThere are several methods for creating custom sheet metal forms, with metal stamping and laser cutting being two of the most prevalent. When determining which method is best for your project, it’s important to understand the differences between each technique. 5-axis laser cutting and metal stamping processes each offer their own unique advantages and properties […]
Hydroforming vs. Metal Stamping
Leave a CommentBoth hydroforming and metal stamping are efficient metal shaping methods. However, their shaping methods are vastly different from one another and offer certain advantages depending on the application. The unique characteristics that make hydroforming ideal for one project can be the very things that make metal stamping the better choice for another project, making it […]
High Cost of Raw Materials: How to Save by Understanding the Supply Chain
Leave a CommentRaw material sourcing issues can have a significant impact on the overall supply chain. Volatility and price fluctuations involving raw material markets create a trickle-down effect that touches every sector. COVID-19 has affected industries more intensely and for a much more extended period than ever anticipated. With an approximately 18% higher Raw Material Price Index […]
Hand Spinning vs. CNC Spinning
Leave a CommentMetal spinning is a rimless metalworking technique that stretches back from the era of artisans and craftsmen in the past to today’s mass manufacturers. While techniques in the past were forged in manual work, modern processes use a combination of both hand spinning and processes governed by CNC machinery. By rotating a metal workpiece at […]
Galvanized Steel vs. Stainless Steel: Which Is the Better Choice?
Leave a CommentBoth stainless steel and galvanized steel are strong and durable, but each one has specific advantages, depending on the application. When it comes to galvanized steel vs. stainless steel, you have to understand the difference between the two and consider what type of product you’re making and what demands it will face in its environment. […]
Aluminum vs. Steel
1 CommentSteel and aluminum are materials found in virtually every industry for a variety of industrial and consumer products. While they look similar, there are considerable differences between the two. In this blog, we’ll discuss both materials and their differences to help you determine the best one for your application. Strength and Malleability Aluminum is more […]
Venturi Valve: What You Need to Know
Leave a CommentWhat Is a Venturi Valve? A venturi valve is an hourglass-shaped tube, with either end of the valve having a wider diameter than the narrowed center. Inside the valve is a cone that moves parallel to the body of the valve. As pressure within the valve changes, the cone moves forward or backward to modify […]
Why Should I Use CNC Waterjet Cutting?
1 CommentWaterjet cutting is a fabrication process that utilizes high-pressure streams of water (i.e., water jets) to cut materials into the desired shape and size. It can be categorized into two primary methods: pure waterjet cutting and abrasive waterjet cutting. Pure waterjet cutting uses water jets with no added media. It is typically employed for cutting […]
Copper Post Cap Production and Applications
2 CommentsWooden decks and fencing need to be protected from the elements to keep them rot-free for extended periods of time. To achieve this, fitted caps can be installed on the top of posts in order to preserve them. While these caps can be produced from many materials, copper is a particularly long-lasting and attractive choice. […]
The Value of a Custom Metal Spinning and Stamping Partner for Commercial and Industrial Lighting Needs
1 CommentLighting is a critical element of industrial and commercial facilities. In addition to illuminating working and living spaces, it is used to encourage purchasing behaviors in consumers, establish conditions that boost employee alertness, morale, and productivity, and create areas within facilities that are both functional and aesthetic. The design, configuration, and luminescence level of a […]