If your hobby or job involves metal fabrication, you likely know that alloys can be a great way to enhance metal properties. Exotic alloys—that is, metals with an unusually high alloy content—have a number of different applications. Since they’re extremely durable and resistant to corrosion, deformities and oxidation, they are especially good for making metal […]
Read MoreHow Much Are Metal Costs Rising in 2021?
If you’ve noticed how the prices of cars, appliances and construction are going up, the reason is simple: steel prices are skyrocketing right now. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, disruption to the supply chain has caused steel fabrication costs to go up 215 percent. Even though steel mills closed down in the early […]
Read MoreMetal Stamping vs. Metal Fabrication
When it comes to creating the perfect parts for your manufacturing business, it’s important to decide whether you want to use metal stamping or metal fabrication techniques. This decision could greatly affect the quality of your product as well as the cost to produce it. Be sure to consider both options carefully, as they each […]
Read MoreWhat’s the Difference Between Forging and Casting Metal?
Forging and casting are both efficient ways of shaping metal. Both methods are used in different areas of manufacturing, and every company has their own preference. That said, you might be wondering if one method is better than the other. Read on to learn about both of these steel fabrication methods and their differences. With […]
Read MoreWhat Is Fluxing?
If you’re new to the world of metalworking, learning the concepts of forge welding can be difficult. In addition to properly heating your metals and striking while they’re hot, you need to learn about the concept of fluxing. What is fluxing, and how is it used in metal fabrication processes at facilities in Phoenix, AZ? […]
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