High-Strength Steel Adds Toughness & Efficiency to Modern Farm Equipment
A growing world population means a growing need for food. This places ever-increasing demands on today’s agricultural equipment. Modern farm machinery is equipped with several advanced technologies, including GPS, sensors, automation, and even data analysis. Farmers rely on these innovations for more efficient operations, lower input costs, higher yields, and more profits. Quality machinery is […]
Advanced 3D Modeling Powers Quality & Efficiency of Metal Fabrication
Product design is the first step in creating high-quality fabricated metal components. At Metaltech, our experts create realistic 3D models to guide the fabrication process, from laser cutting through final assembly. Our detailed models also guide the development of prototypes for new products and updates to existing ones. Today’s advanced 3D modeling software assists design […]
Minimize Waste in Metal Fabrication for Lower Costs, Better Quality
Metal fabrication turns ordinary raw materials into components found in products we use everyday. Unfortunately, that process can generate a substantial amount of waste. Fabrication steps like cutting, shaping, machining and welding may leave behind unused scrap metal. In addition, machine lubricants and cleaning solutions must be handled and disposed of with caution to avoid […]
Outlook for Steel Demand in 2025
As the most commonly used metal in the world, steel plays an essential role in our everyday lives. We find it in a wide range of products, including vehicles, ships, medical equipment and household appliances. Steel is an iron alloy enriched with carbon for added strength and corrosion resistance. It comes in about 3,500 grades, […]
Metal Forming Basics & Current Trends
Custom metal fabrication transforms ordinary metal sheets or bars into finished components that go into products we use every day. To get to that end result, technicians must bend and fold the raw metal at the necessary angles to achieve the desired shapes. Metaltech uses state-of-the-art press brakes to form complex parts and heavy components […]
Tips for Keeping Metal Fabrication Costs Under Control
Need to manufacture component parts? Wondering how much it’ll cost to get your product designed and produced? Before you begin a custom metal fabrication project, you’ll need an estimate of how much the order will cost, including factors such as materials and labor. Understanding the complexities of sheet metal fabrication cost enables you to budget […]
Fabricated Aluminum Components Add Light Weight & Versatility
From the aluminum foil in our kitchens to the fuselages of the airplanes we travel on, aluminum plays an indispensable role in modern life. The global market for aluminum is projected to reach $249.83 billion in 2024, thanks to a range of properties that add value to a range of products. Light, strong and versatile, […]
Advanced Metal Laser Cutting Means Precision & Efficiency
Sheet metal cutting transforms ordinary metal sheets into workable shapes for creating a vast assortment of products and components. Beginning with detailed instructions from design engineers and armed with advanced software, fabricators at Metaltech cut the sheets into a range of patterns. These include custom shapes, holes, slots, etching, relief cuts and many more. State-of-the-art […]
Why Data Centers & Hospitals Need Backup Power Generators
When the grid goes down, you want to be ready—especially if you have sensitive information or patients to protect. Some companies must ensure a steady flow of power to their facility. Data centers and large offices need backup power generators to avoid disruptions in syncing data and damage to electronic equipment. Hospitals need backup power […]
What Is a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)?
Supply and demand affect the distribution of electricity. Production rates vary; consumption rates vary. Battery energy storage systems (BESS) help balance these fluctuations. There are several energy storage types, including hydroelectric, compressed air, flywheel and thermal storage. One energy storage type is growing in popularity: batteries. Grid-scale battery storage systems collect and hold electricity for […]
