Aluminum vs. Steel
Comments Off on Aluminum vs. SteelSteel 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
Comments Off on Venturi Valve: What You Need to KnowWhat 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 […]
Copper Post Cap Production and Applications
Comments Off on Copper Post Cap Production and ApplicationsWooden 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
Comments Off on The Value of a Custom Metal Spinning and Stamping Partner for Commercial and Industrial Lighting NeedsLighting 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 […]
Why Use Metal Spinning for Furniture Applications?
Comments Off on Why Use Metal Spinning for Furniture Applications?Metal furniture and fixtures offer stability and strength, especially for rounded bases and tubular structures. Metal spinning—also known as spin forming or metal turning—is a technique that shapes these parts by taking a flat piece of metal, usually in the form of a disc, and molding it to fit a form as that form and […]
Metal Spun Bases; What You Need to Know
Comments Off on Metal Spun Bases; What You Need to KnowMetal spinning is a technique for fabricating parts with a circular cross-section from a flat metal disc or cylinder. Metal spinning is also often referred to as spin forming or metal turning. Metal spinning is commonly used in the fabrication of various metallic bases for a wide variety of commercial and industrial goods. Where Are […]
5 Tips to Optimize Your Metal Spinning Design
Comments Off on 5 Tips to Optimize Your Metal Spinning DesignSimilar to the way a potter fashions a bowl or vase from clay on a spinning pottery wheel, metal can be spun on manual or CNC lathe to produce a variety of parts and components. Metal spinning is an advantage when you need seamless items or particularly strong structural parts. The process is ideal for […]
Advantages of CNC Metal Spinning vs. 3D Printing
Comments Off on Advantages of CNC Metal Spinning vs. 3D PrintingCNC metal spinning and 3D printing are two manufacturing techniques used to create identical custom parts. While the end products can often appear similar, the mechanisms behind the processes and the quality of the end products are vastly different. Before finalizing your next part design or production order, it is important to know and […]
How Venturi Valves Can Optimize Your HVAC Air Flow Performance
Comments Off on How Venturi Valves Can Optimize Your HVAC Air Flow PerformanceHeating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are essential components of commercial and industrial structures. However, more than just warming or cooling a designated space, HVAC systems are designed to improve air quality and ensure maximum comfort for anyone inside the building. Variable air volume (VAV) systems or boxes are a common component installed for a commercial […]
Why Metal Spinning Is the Optimal Choice for Your Roof Drains This Season
Comments Off on Why Metal Spinning Is the Optimal Choice for Your Roof Drains This SeasonMetal Spinning Roof Drains vs. Multiple Welded Pieces Automated metal spinning from a certified metal spinning supplier is indispensable for producing roofing parts such as roof drains, and here are the top reasons why, below: It is more cost effective than multi-part drains, as the production time is significantly shorter, and there are fewer materials […]