Straight cuts are crucial to prepping materials for welding such as cutting I-beam, square, or round tubing. If your cuts are crooked it will make welding difficult at best, impossible at worst. Fillers may be needed or additional welding wire to fill the gaps left by the uneven edges. You...
We talk a lot about steel, specifically, and its benefits and uses in modern society. But what about alternative metals. Let's talk about some of the other metals that are used and what they are typically used for. Aluminum is lightweight and very durable. It is corrosion-resistant and derived from...
The finishing process is intended to alter the surface of a part or material to improve its appearance, adhesion, alter its corrosion resistance, get rid of tarnish or wear, and manage friction control. There are some main categories to finishing, but today we are going to look at a timeline...
Still looking for an at-home hobby to fill your time? Are you wanting to learn a new skill or maybe use some of the tools that sit around your garage unused? Let's talk about some DIY projects you can do using metal pipe! Create an industrial-style curtain rod or shower...
Part science and part fabrication for practical applications, metalworking plays a crucial role in the history of our world. It is a driving force in our development and remains central to our capabilities. This process has undergone numerous changes throughout history but in many ways has stayed the same. Things...
Steel is a very common material across many areas of life and business. It is nearly impossible to go about a normal day and not encounter a product that uses steel in some way. While some industries use steel more than others, it still spans dozens of products and uses....
If you are working in a shop with a single machine you may sometimes run into this question. Maybe you're working on a project and suddenly you realize you need a few pieces of wood for something else, maybe you need to put together a pallet or a shipping crate....
Bandsaws are a common tool used on production floors in the world of steelwork. If you have ever worked in this sort of environment then you know if your saws go down it puts a huge dent in productivity. This is neither good for workflow or deadlines. Giving your tools...
Vertical bandsaws, like horizontal bandsaws, can cut any metal material quite easily. They are considered one of the top tools associated with the productivity of a workshop, as well. They are effective and powerful machines that will last a long time and are capable of making various cuts. So which...
Today, let's take a quiz! Sounds scary, right? I would agree. But hey, it's just for fun. The answers will all be provided at the bottom and there are only a few questions. Test yourself and see what answers you know and what things you can learn! Let's get started!...
