We all know metal is a very important resource. It helps shape a lot of our modern lives and conveniences. So what are some of the ways metal impacts us? Let's find out! Metal coins have played a large role in the development of human society and trade relations. Coins...
Many metalworking shops underutilize their sawing dollars by grinding materials or machining things that could be sawed more efficiently. Saws are efficient at cutting almost any material and this is because the operation's thin kerf minimizes waste and requires less horsepower to remove material, typically. Chunk scrap produced by sawing...
While you may not put a lot of thought into your bandsaw blades aside from purchasing the correct ones and moving on, there are some interesting things about your blades you may not know. Let's see if we can learn something new. When it comes to bandsaw blades, size does...
Metal 3D printing is disrupting the traditional methods of metalworking and fabrication. Until fairly recently, metalworking has involved timely processes such as casting, CNC machining, and tooling. These processes can take months and can be quite expensive to manufacture parts at scale. Let's look at some of the ways 3D...
Prehistoric man is known to have used six different types of metal. Can you guess what those metals are? They were gold, silver, iron, lead, tin, and copper. Each of these metals has its own distinct properties and it was discovered that some metals were more useful for certain jobs...
Chasing is the process of making a design on metal, one that is created from the front side of the workpiece. Repousse is done by pushing the metal up from the back. Let's talk about these two techniques and how they can be used. Either one of these techniques can...
If you're looking for something fun to do with the kids and you have some general metalworking experience, maybe take them into the workshop and do some DIY projects together. Here are some ideas on projects you can help them complete. Always remember to use proper safety gear and take...
Originally, metal fabrication was the process of copper being melted and processed to make various objects. While the basis of the process may not have changed over time, the materials used have changed greatly and the items able to be made have vastly grown. Copper made way to bronze for...
DIY projects can be a lot of fun for professionals and hobbyists alike. Having plans to work with are pretty important when starting a project so you know all the tools you need, materials, and how long it'll take you. Let's look at some beginner and some advanced project ideas...
All of these are techniques used to join two or more metal pieces together or to other materials. You can also use these techniques to fill gaps in parts. So how do you know which process to use? The answer depends on the material you are using, the strength you...
