Interpreting An Architectural Metal Fabrication Brief As architectural metal fabricators, our starting point with every project is making sure we understand exactly what the customer wants and expects. We spend time interpreting an architectural metal...
What is MIG welding and how does it work? What is MIG welding and how does it work? Metal inert gas (MIG) welding joins together two pieces of metal, using an electrical supply to fuse the base metal with a consumable electrode filler. Also known as gas metal...
What is TIG welding and how does it work? What is TIG welding and how does it work? Tungsten inert gas (TIG) is a welding process that uses electricity to melt and join pieces of metal. This blog explains how it works, and when you should use it for your sheet...
What is galvanised steel? What is galvanised steel? Galvanised steel is where the metal is coated in zinc to give it a significant amount of protection and, therefore, durability. Bare metal surfaces are prone to corrosion because they contain iron that...
Stainless Steel Properties, Grades and Applications This is a guide to understanding stainless steel properties, grades and applications in order to get the best out of this incredibly versatile and durable metal. Stainless steel is used in a myriad of...
Yield Strength Vs Tensile Strength: which is better and why? Yield and tensile are critical measurements which impact on both the production and use of a material (eg steel) for a fabrication or sheet metal project. They are both measurements of a...
