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Have you heard of fusion welding? Like other welding processes, it’s used to join two or more objects using heat. Fusion welding is unique, however, because of its ability to “fuse” the respective objects. Assuming the objects are made of … Read More

Turning and boring are two common machining processes used in the manufacturing industry. They both require the use of a machine to remove material from a workpiece. Whether a workpiece is made of metal or wood, it can be probably … Read More

Swage nuts play an important role in the aerospace manufacturing industry. They are commonly used in conjunction with bolts to join sheet metal with components. Swage nuts allow for a strong and permanent anchor thanks to their ability to swage … Read More

The way in which manufacturing companies manipulate raw materials into finished products is changing. Rather than cutting workpieces with a sharp tool bit, some companies now use lasers. Known as laser cutting, it involves the use of a high-powered laser … Read More

Hexagon has become the most common shape in which bolts and nuts, as well as many other fasteners, are made. Characterized by the presence of six sides, hexagonal fasteners are used in a variety of applications. You can find them … Read More

Have you heard of ultrasonic machining? Also known as ultrasonic vibration machining, it’s a manufacturing process that’s used to remove material from a workpiece through the use of high-frequency vibrations combined with particles. An ultrasonic tool essentially creates many small … Read More

Chromium is one of 91 metal elements on the periodic table. Featuring a lustrous chrome appearance, it’s used in a variety of applications. Motorcycles, for example, often feature chromium-coated components, whereas silverware may feature a similar type of chromium plating. … Read More