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Value is the main differentiator between a standard metal fabrication project and a custom fabricated solution. Every custom metal fabrication projects inevitably begins with research, in order to assess the appropriate materials and methods to cost-effectively produce each unique fabrication design.

From design to delivery, the custom metal fabrication process is designed to produce more durable, quality results that deliver long-term value, wether it’s small metal accessories or large custom projects.

This post includes a few examples of custom fabrication techniques that produce quality fabrications with long-term value.

Laser cutting is an advanced technology used in many metal fabrication projects. There are many different methods that fabricator use for cutting metal, but laser cutting is one of the most advanced techniques. Fabricators often choose laser cutters because of their ability to make precise cuts at speeds unmatched by other flat sheet cutting methods. Continue reading to learn about the benefits of using laser cutters for sheet metal fabrication projects.

Designing products for manufacturing requires a mentality that necessitates a constant vigilance to design parts with their future manufacturing requirements in mind. By taking certain aspects into consideration early on, it’s less likely that you will have to return to your design for drastic changes later on, likely saving you both time and money.

CAMM Metals' CAD program offers real-time feedback for machined parts, but there are some design choices you can make to avoid encountering future issues. Here are some common mistakes we’ve noticed in designs for manufacturing that are easily avoidable. Avoiding these mistakes will help to save time and money over the lifecycle of a product.

Finding the right aerospace fabrication partner can be tricky due to a wide variety of factors. Often,  service partners are selected based solely on their ability to provide a low cost solution. While cost remains a critical factor in any decision, it’s important to consider the company’s overall capabilities, experience, and quality. This blog post aims to help procurement professionals develop useful questions to ask potential partners.

In many cases, engineers and designers often overlook the benefits of stainless steel, mainly due to its higher cost. However, the benefits associated with stainless steel will often justify the initial investment, as the material can offer the greatest value over the life of a fabrication project.

Custom precision metal fabrication can be a tremendously useful resource for any business owner. Some people may avoid custom work due to the higher price point compared to stock products; however, cheaper alternatives are usually cheaper for a reason! If you are seeking quality, adaptability, and longevity, there’s only one answer that makes sense: custom sheet metal fabrication. Continue reading to learn the unique benefits of custom sheet metal fabrication.

Metal fabricators act as one of the pillars that support the nation’s infrastructure and economy. Countless aspects of our day-to-day life depends on some form of product fabricated from metal, whether its household appliances or critical medical technology. In short, fabricated metal products are invaluable in society, if they've been properly finished by a trained professional.

Why is Metal Finishing Important for the Finished Product?

Taken on its own, raw metal has some distinct problems; without proper finishing, exposed metals can eventually corrode and tarnish. Depending on the intended use, unfinished metal-fabricated parts can be eroded by salts, weakened by ultraviolet light or rusted by rain. However, metal fabricators realized many years ago that properly finishing components is essential for enhancing durability and the product’s life span.

Laser cut parts are valuable for many industries, and the pieces are critical aspects of machinery in sectors ranging from aerospace  to the medical field. However, many companies are simply unaware that their laser cutting costs, despite the production, could be dramatically reduced by simple alternate choices and improved communication with their laser cutting partner.

Laser cutting is a uniquemethod of piercing material with a laser beam to melt or destroy the material in a precise line, resulting in a clean finish. Many companies, small businesses, and industrial organizations opt for laser cutting because it produces barely perceptible edge effects from the cutting, unlike many other methods.

CO2 Vs. Fiber Laser Cutting

The modern metal fabrication process is composed of a variety of techniques that promise quality returns; laser cutting stands out as one of the most interesting, as it’s adaptable, precise, and efficient, which make it quite compelling whether you are seeking help on a simple or complex fabrication project.