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One of the questions that we’re often asked is “What is the difference between welding and soldering?” Welding and soldering are two terms in the sheet metal industry that are often used interchangeably. They’re both methods used to join two pieces of metal together but their process and sub techniques are quite different, so don’t […]

Steel is an extremely popular material and is used widely in construction, infrastructure, and transportation. In fact wherever you look around you, you’re sure to see steel. The one downside of steel, however, is that if it’s not looked after properly it can quickly corrode. As a leading steel fabricator in Brisbane, we’ve got plenty […]

Most people when they think of alumimum probably think of soft drinks and beer cans so you might be surprised to know that aluminium has way more uses. In previous blogs we’ve discussed how stainless steel is one of the most popular metals for construction and manufacturing available today so this blog talks about how […]

Most people will have come across stainless steel at some point in their lives with many of us associating it with kitchenware and surgical instruments. That said you may not have stopped to consider why stainless steel is so popular with designers and why many of them prefer this material over others. If for your […]

A staircase is without doubt an important part of any building, whether it be commercial or residential. Because it’s used several times during the day and on a daily basis, it’s important that it looks its best and remains in a good condition. While it can be fun choosing the design of your staircase, it’s […]

Steel is one of the most popular materials used in the construction industry today because of its strength, durability, and versatility. Not only is steel widely used in the framework of buildings but a lot of the gates and railings that you walk past are also likely to be made from steel. A fence and […]

Powder coating is a great way to enhance your parts and can add enormous appeal to the end product. It offers many benefits over traditional paint and can be used in all manner of applications. So without further ado, let’s take a look a 6 benefits of powder coating. Efficiency – powder coatings adhere to […]

Who doesn’t love to spend time relaxing in their garden? We know we do. But what if your garden is overlooked or you want to separate your lawn from your vegetable patch – welcome to metal privacy screens. Metal privacy screens are amongst the most popular items that we get asked to design and make […]

Most people would agree that the kitchen is the most important room of their home – a place where the family gather to eat together and catch up with what’s been happening in their day. Whether you use your kitchen for preparing food, dining, or entertaining, a great looking kitchen says a lot about you […]

Steel is all around us, both in our homes and in the outside world. In fact it’s one of the most widely used materials in construction. Walk around any city and you’re sure to see some pretty incredible steel buildings. The reason for steel’s popularity is it’s versatility, strength, quality, and value. However, without fabricators […]