Designing sheet metal is not an easy task. Engineering professionals still take their time to carefully design sheet metal based on their clients’ needs and preferences. Professional CAD + CAM design services are often the most effective option for non-experts when designing sheet metal products. However, enthusiasts or budding designers can also learn the art …
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As one of the most common types of metal, it may shock you to know that it’s not particularly easy to weld. Aluminium is a softer metal that has a smaller window in which it can be welded, making it more difficult to work with. Because of this, aluminium is more prone to being blown …
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We’ve all bought a metal sign thinking it’s the perfect way to tie our homes together, only to realise hanging it on a fence or gate is a lot harder than we thought. You can’t choose a new perfect spot, you need to be able to mount your metal sign on a metal gate or …
Whether in your place of residence or business, blank exterior walls can become a fantastic opportunity to turn an eyesore into an attractive outdoor space. It offers a chance to show off some personality, impress clients, become an instant Instagrammable backdrop and add value to your property. However, a blank wall can be challenging to …
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Do you always worry about your garden ornaments and outdoor sculptures rusting and deteriorating in the process? What if you could use a material that forms rust but protects the structure instead of destroying it? Yes, that kind of metal exists! It’s called Corten steel or weathering steel. Corten steel is the name for the …
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Steel is used in so many applications, from construction and transportation to residential tools and appliances. Steel comes in a variety of forms, and knowing which one to use is critical because using the wrong one can result in poor quality or performance. Different types of steel have varying properties like strength, hardness, toughness, machinability, …
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If you are looking for a durable material that gives off a rusted look without sacrificing structural integrity, then you might have heard of Corten steel. This steel is popular in the industry for its signature weathered look and low-maintenance nature. For that reason, Corten steel metal art and outdoor sculptures are in high demand, …
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When it comes to laser cutting, the design possibilities are almost endless. However, it’s not as simple as using any old design you find on your computer. Every design needs to be in a file format that is compatible with a laser cutter’s numerical control system, and there are a lot of image formats out …
Anodised aluminium is a versatile material that you will find in many metal fabrication applications. It’s relatively cheap to source and looks attractive – hence, it is a common choice for industrial and cosmetic uses. But which processes are suitable for anodised aluminium? Anodised aluminium can be cut with a CO2 or fibre laser. Anodised …
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To most people, plasma cutting is a complex process that seems difficult to understand. The term and concept seem too technical for those who have not come across it before – and even for those working in the relevant industries without context about what they are and how they work. Although it sounds highly technical, …
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