In sheet-metal fabrication, parts are formed from metal sheets by punching, cutting, stamping, and bending. 3D CAD files are created using a host of different CAD packages and then converted into ...

How many of you practice sheet metal craft just to enjoy time away from the daily routine? This article describes how to make a sheet metal barn star. It’s a perfect time to take a break from the ...

This article was originally published Sept. 21, 2016. It was updated Feb. 2, 2023. Engineers designing sheet metal parts and products are often unaware of the difficulties or impossible tasks their ...

A motor mount. A sturdy enclosure. A 43.7° bracket. The average hack requires at least one angled metal part, and the best tool to make one is still the good ol’ press brake. Bending parts requires a ...

One of the very key considerations when making sheet metal repairs is keeping the relationships between all the parts involved intact. Uni-body cars are just what the name implies, a single spot ...

Sheet metal fabrication undergoes continuous improvements. Those changes affect related areas and professionals, such as aiding HVAC experts with ductwork fabrication. Here are some recent examples of ...