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 […]
Acquiring the Skills Needed for Metal Fabrication Jobs
Fabricated metal manufacturing includes work that shapes individual pieces of metal and joins them together into finished products or components. As of April 2024, almost 1.47 million people work in metal fabrication in the U.S., including just over 1 million in nonsupervisory roles. Metal fabrication supplies critical components for many industries, including automotive, aerospace, construction, […]
Choose Advanced Alloys for Quality Custom Metal Components
When it comes to manufacturing, choosing the right materials can make or break the success of your product. Quality metal components, for example, ensure better performance, durability, strength and resistance to environmental hazards. The wrong material, on the other hand, can lead to poor performance, higher maintenance costs, product failure and, ultimately, lost sales. Most […]
Big Data Brings Accuracy, Speed & Efficiency to Metal Fabrication
Metal fabrication provides quality components for a wide assortment of products across a diverse range of industries. Timely, accurate information is essential for effective decision-making at every stage of the process, from initial design work through final assembly. Data is also the secret sauce that lets fabricators produce customized parts at scale using automation and […]
What Are the Most Popular Metals in Manufacturing Today?
From everyday household items to the machines that run our factories, metal plays an essential role in our society and our economy. Since 1998, Metaltech has provided ready-to-install metal components for a wide range of industries. Our team has the experience and know-how to create large and small customized parts for numerous products. The best […]
