CAMM Metals Blog

As a leading CT Metal Fabrication company, CAMM Metals is deeply interested in new developments across the metalworking industry. We’re always thrilled to see new machines appear, new tools and software releases, and new techniques and tips to help improve the different aspects of the fabrication process. As you can imagine, we’ve been pretty interested in  the 3D printing trend that’s gripped the public’s attention in recent years, as well as how it relates to those of us in the metalworking industry.

We’re proud to announce that we’ve acquired “The Mark Two” 3D Printer. With that said, let’s examine how 3D printing works as well as how the 3D Printing boom benefits metal fabricators.

Inconel is an alloy made mainly out of nickel and chromium. This alloy is optimized specifically for some of the toughest conditions in manufacturing. However, it’s also a rather expensive alloy, meaning it should only be used where absolutely necessary. Here are some of the applications where Inconel is the best option.

Heat Treat Applications

At CAMM Metals, we're proud to have had the opportunity to manufacture 18 Fuel Pump Test Stands for an Automotive industry supplier. This project required us to use every skill, tool, and technique at our disposal. From the start, the project required 3D Engineering, Waterjet Cutting, Sawcutting, CNC Machining, Bending and Rolling, Welding and Weld Inspection, Finishing and Assembly. We like to showcase the production process because the success of any project ultimately depends on good planning, coupled with an understanding of all the techniques involved and an ability to perform all of the necessary work. Continue reading to learn about the processes involved in the custom manufacture of a fuel pump test stand and be sure to check our blog frequently for more project spotlights!

Certified Weld Inspectors are an incredibly useful and valuable asset for metal fabricators. Their presence is quite beneficial for any company hiring the fabricators that bring them on board. As you may know, welding is one of the most complex services within the metal fabrication industry. The outcome of every welding project is highly dependent upon individual welder skill. Certified weld inspectors (CWIs) undergo specialized training and certification, helping them to offer a master's depth of welding expertise. There's no doubt that CWIs help to uphold greater levels of consistency and quality to the welding departments they oversee. This blog post provides a brief overview of the main benefits of working with a metal fabrication company that employs certified weld inspectors.

When considering the finish for your metal fabrication project,  there are several options to choose from, includingpowder coating and paint. Paint is the more traditional approach, but comes with many limitations in color and finish. Powder coating is often the more advanced option for finish your metal fabrication project. This blog post provides an overview of some of the benefits associated with powder coating.

Stainless steel and aluminum fabrication processes are put to use to produce parts and structures for a wide range of industries. Aluminum is often used in the marine equipment industry thanks to its light weight and resistance to corrosion.

While it’s technically not considered a non-ferrous metal, stainless steel is also valued due in part to its lack of magnetism and its versatile applications in the industrial environment. This post provides an overview of six factors to consider when you’re determining whether aluminum or stainless steel materials are best suited to your next project’s needs.

Aluminum is a unique type of metal that comes with its own set of challenges. It is not necessarily more difficult to weld than other metals, but its unique challenges mean that certain methods need to be used when welding. Here are some of the challenges that are associated with welding aluminum and how to address them.

One of the most difficult aspects of manufacturing is moving heavy and/or oddly shaped objects around. An industrial rolling cart is essential in manufacturing in order to transport objects with greater ease. It’s important to use a high quality rolling cart in order to transport your objects and ensure that they’re unharmed. Here are some factors to look for in a quality industrial rolling cart.

Are you having a difficult time stretching the budget for your next metal fabrication project? We understand. Professional metal fabrication projects can be expensive, depending on the cost of tooling, labor and sheet metal. There is a lot of pressure to keep costs down to maximize your return on investment. Your choice of a metal fabrication partner could end up being the solution to minimizing your metal fabrication costs, while still receiving a high-quality product.

This blog post examines several ways your metal fabricator can help you to control costs, contribute to sales growth, and improve profit margins.

Deciding on a method to shape metal for your next fabrication project can be a difficult endeavor. Quality is paramount, but it’s important to keep costs down. Ultimately, there are several factors to consider if you’re debating the merits of using roll forming or press braking on your next metal fabrication project. In the end, your decision will likely depend on the answer to this question: which method will yield the desired quality for the lowest overall production cost? Continue reading as we compare roll forming against press braking and analyze the impact each process has on design and project cost.