How Does Laser Cutting Work?

Lasers come in a wide array of types and strengths, producing extremely accurate cuts that facilitate the creation of intricate shapes. This thermal cutting process is favored for a variety […]


1/4" Hardox-450 formed sections - 25 ft long

Press Brake Forming vs. Roll Forming

If you request a piece of metal to be bent, rolled, or otherwise formed by a metal fabricator, it likely will go through a Press Brake, or a roll forming […]



Top Reasons for Using HARDOX® Wearplate

HARDOX® Wearplate is a highly abrasion-resistant (AR) steel prized for its exceptional strength and durability. Developed by Swedish steel company SSAB in 1974, it is widely used for the fabrication […]



Welding steel

Understanding Gas Metal Arc Welding

Gas metal arc welding (GMAW) is a metal joining process that plays a critical role in the manufacturing sector. The welding process uses a consumable wire electrode that feeds continuously […]



3/8" 5052 aluminum formed sections

How to Source a Metal Forming Company

Partnering with a metal forming company increases a manufacturer’s ability to fill orders quickly. Highly proficient metal forming and bending processes require expert technicians and advanced machinery. These elements allow […]


Understanding Different Types of Welding

In understanding different types of welding, and which is best suited for a specific project, one must consider many properties, applications and more. Over the years, there have been many […]


4 Tips for Designing Large, Cost-Effective Components

Large parts are often challenging to fabricate; making cost-effective decisions during the design stage can help to ensure manufacturing success. Sometimes a small change in a design can reduce a […]