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Have you ever given much thought to stainless steel? It’s a material that is invaluable. Just look around you and you’ll see it everywhere – in modern buildings, in cars, in your home, your office, and so much more. We thought it might be fun in this post to let you in on 4 interesting […]

Before talking about the importance of deburring in steel fabrication, let’s discuss first of all what a burr is. As you may have guessed, a burr is a rough part that has been left over from machining a metal component. Beyond metal work, burrs also consist of remnants that are left behind on a surface […]

Have you ever wondered how steel pricing works? You’ve probably noticed that like most commodities, the price of steel fluctuates. While steel is one of the most commonly used commodities in the world, it’s not immune to market disruption and wild fluctuations. So, how does steel pricing work? We thought we’d use this post to […]

Have you ever considered using stainless steel for its fire resistance properties? Stainless steel is one of the most extensively used metals in the world and we’re probably all aware of the reasons for that. From its remarkable durability to its resistance to rust, plus its timeless appeal, stainless steel (SS) is the prime choice […]

Aluminium vs steel – both are essential materials in modern manufacturing but how do they compare for fabrication projects? Let’s dive in and take a look. Both aluminium and stainless steel are synthetic alloys. That is to say that neither of them can be found in nature and are created using other basic elements. Aluminium […]

If you need metal fabrication services for your next project or your business then it stands to reason you need a good metal fabricator. But where do you look? Is there any harm in choosing a local steel fabricator? Certainly not, in fact, there are several benefits to choosing a fabricator that is not that […]

When considering a metal fabrication project, it’s important to ensure that your fabricator can translate your design into your desired product with ease. To make things easier for your fabricator and ensure the best results, there are certain factors to consider. We’ve put together some top tips to help optimise your design. Provide sufficient information […]

Metal finishing is the last step when preparing a metal product for use and as such is a crucial part of any metal fabrication project. It makes a product more resistant to corrosion and provides a higher chemical or electrical tarnish resistance too. Furthermore, it makes a product look its best and adds additional strength. […]

It’s only natural to shop around when you’re looking for a company to handle your next metal fabrication project. While we totally understand that it can be tempting to choose the cheapest quote to try and save money, usually it’s best to play safe with a quote that’s somewhere in the middle. Unfortunately, it’s all […]

Metal fabrication takes places all around the world. Depending on how it’s used, metal fabrication can be found in building supports, home appliances, and medical technology. Fabricated metals need to meet certain criteria to function in any of the above environments. And a large part of this quality control equates to proper finishing. In this […]