Lean assembly in precision sheet metal fabrication exemplifies 5S, tool shadow boards and all. About a decade ago, during a ...

Welding sheetmetal together makes burning thick metal together seem like a smiley walk in your favorite off-road shop. Welding sheetmetal is scary and daunting. Why, you may ask. Well, there are ...

First, it's important to clarify that sheet metal processing is not a 'one-step' job; it involves a series of ...

Most enthusiasts don't like to waste parts or pay for something they don't need, so the idea of buying a replacement sheet metal part with the intention of only using a portion of it may feel ...

Clinching is a sheet metal joining process that has been used for decades. It offers a fast, clean way to join metal parts without welding or screws. In this article, we share clinching 101 knowledge ...

Hua Yu Automotive Body Parts (Wuhan) Co., Ltd. recently submitted a patent application to the National Intellectual Property Administration for a device titled "A Laser Welding Tool to Prevent Welding ...

At Hackaday, we’ve seen enclosures built out of just about every material. From wood, glass, epoxy resin, plastic, and even paper, all these different types of enclosures provide some interesting ...

Working with metal can be dangerous. Even with modern safety precautions, there were more than 1,100 reported nonfatal injuries in the metalworking industry in 2019 in the United States alone. Heavy ...