What is Sheet Metal Forming? Sheet Metal Forming? Sheet metal forming is the shaping of metal parts by applying forces, such as tension and compression, to make the desired shape. The sheet metal forming process relies on the plasticity of the metal. Common...
The advantages of using CAD in laser and manufacturing The advantages of using CAD in laser and manufacturing Computer-aided design (CAD) dates back to the 1960s and has pretty much replaced manual design. However, initial ideas are still generated on the back...
Different types of metals and their applications There are many different types of metals in existence, from which there are various grades to choose. Metal accounts for 75% of elements in the periodic table. Metals such as iron, steel, copper, bronze,...
Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication is for the specialist Precision sheet metal fabrication There are a number of industries for which precision sheet metal fabrication is really important in the manufacture of components. Aerospace, defence, medical devices and...
Approved steel fabricators should do more than tick boxes In our experience, customers need more than a tick box approach from their approved steel fabricators. They need a partner to help them create whatever structure they have in mind. Blindly following a brief and...
Sheet metal welding – a major part of the fabrication process Like so much of metal fabrication, welding is more than just another step in the process. Decisions taken early on with sheet metal welding will impact on the eventual cost and timing of a project so...
