For a while, metal prices were falling continually. Currently, we are dealing with a lack of materials needed due to a number of different factors. It bears asking the question, will metal resources ever simply run out? One of the rarest metals on earth, used in the production of some...
Stainless steel is a very diverse material used in many applications. It is used in construction for its strength and energy absorption characteristics and its corrosion resistance. But why does stainless steel not rust? Let's find out! Stainless steel does not rust because of the interaction between its alloy elements...
To get the best possible performance out of your metal cutting bandsaw blades you want to have an optimal selection available to you. This will also provide longevity out of your blades and avoids damage to your machines and your material. There are some factors to consider when choosing the...
There is a lot to learn about metalworking and solving problems that may arise. Here we will talk about some of the most common issues and challenges in metalworking and ways to solve these issues. Workers are exposed to many hazards during the process of metal fabrication. Moving materials by...
In the past, coins have been made from valuable metals such as silver, gold, copper, bronze, or brass. Some of the earliest coins were made of electrum which is an alloy of gold and roughly 20 percent silver. These were consistent in weight which meant they were intended to have...
There are multiple roles in metalworking besides a welder or a blacksmith. Metals are quite diverse and can be used from construction to jewelry making and because of this, there are multiple different professions that work with metals in different settings. The type of metal being used determines these job...
Bandsaws designs are conducive to nesting or stacking stock for simultaneous sawing of multiple pieces, and for this reason, bandsaws are a great tool in the production of larger quantities of cut tubes and pipe. Choosing a blade to use is important in maintaining the lowest cost per cut. The...
Shears are used in many metalworking plants and are a common piece of fabricating equipment. They are one of the most critical tools used in metal fabricating. They range in size from hand-held metal shears to foot-operated trim shears and high-production in-line flying cutoffs and have been used as a...
Due to the physicality of the craft, it is usually thought that men are blacksmiths, exclusively. And while there may not be many women involved in this trade, there have been a few through history that may surprise you. Since it is the first day of Women's History Month, it...
Corrosion is either partial or complete wearing, dissolving, or softening of metal substances due to chemical reactions. You may call this "rust", but this isn't always accurate as rust only applies to iron and steel. Corrosion is all-inclusive as it applies to ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Here are some ways...
