Steel vs Aluminum vs Brass Sheet Metal: What’s the Difference?

June 4, 2020 | Machining

Consisting of flat sheets of metal — typically hot or cold rolled — sheet metal is used extensively in the manufacturing industry. Manufacturing companies cut and reshape it to build various products. There are three primary types of sheet metal, … Read More

What Causes Layer Shifting in 3D Printing?

June 4, 2020 | 3D Printing

3D printing is a manufacturing process that leverages the use of a machine, known as a 3D printer, to build an object layer by layer. The object model is first designed using computer-aided design (CAD) software, after which it’s uploaded … Read More

Pros and Cons of Single-Pass Boring

June 2, 2020 | Boring

Boring is a common process used in the manufacturing industry. Not to be confused with drilling, it involves the use of a cutting tool or bit to enlarge an existing hole in a workpiece. While some boring processes require multiple … Read More