How to achieve repeatability and accuracy with CNC bending

How to achieve repeatability and accuracy with CNC bending The repeatability and accuracy of CNC bending is largely down to the skill and experience of the operator of the press brake. (Together with a clear and purposeful design of course!) Like all our fabrication...

Sheet metal welding – a major part of the fabrication process

Sheet Metal, Assembly, Fabrication, Manufacturing

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...

Is your steel fabrication fit for purpose?

Sheet Metal, Assembly, Components, EN1090-2, Fabrication, Manufacturing, Structural Components, Welding

Is your steel fabrication fit for purpose? Is your steel fabrication fit for purpose? Some structural metal work design follows the Swiss Cheese approach – too many holes, the wrong holes. In other words the design needs to be put to the test to make sure a...

Without EN1090 your structure might kill someone

Sheet Metal, Components, EN1090-2, Structural Components, Welding

Without EN1090 your structure might kill someone Bit alarmist? Essentially, compliance with EN1090 means your structure won’t harm anyone. It won’t fall on a member of the public or collapse under an employee. So, no, we aren’t being alarmist....

What is CNC Punching and How Does it work?

CNC Punching, 3D Modelling, CAD/CAM, Prototyping, Sheet Metal

What is CNC Punching and How Does it Work? As the name implies, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) punching is a very reliable means of literally ‘punching’ shapes in sheet metal using a programmable machine. The programme creates a precise range of...

Sheet metal working – fast-to-market components

Assembly, CNC Bending, CNC Punching, Components, Finishing, Prototyping, Sheet Metal, Welding

Sheet metal working – fast-to-market components A key objective for the sheet metal working industry is helping clients get to market fast and fulfill orders on time through the rapid and cost effective manufacture of superior components. It’s a specialist and...