Manufacturing

Have you heard of the deformation process known as burnishing? It involves the use of a smooth tool to deform the surface of a workpiece. Burnishing isn’t as popular as other deformation processes. Nonetheless, it still offers several noteworthy advantages, … Read More

Powder coating and painting are two common finishing processes used in the manufacturing industry. They both involve the deposition of particulate matter onto the surface of an object or workpiece. Either powder or painting can be used to protect the … Read More

From jewelry and keychains to cutting boards and clothes, countless products support laser engraving. As the name suggests, laser engraving involves the use of lasers to engrave the surface with a custom design. It doesn’t require ink, paint or pigments. … Read More

Many people assume that manufacturing and production are the same. As a result, the terms are used interchangeably when referring to business-related creation processes. While manufacturing and production have similar fundamentals, though, they are two unique processes. So, what’s the … Read More

From iron and aluminum to copper and titanium, metals play an important role in our everyday lives. They are used in the construction of countless products and man-made goods. If you look around your surroundings, in fact, you’ll probably discover … Read More

Laser cutting isn’t the method available for reshaping workpieces made of hard materials. Whether a workpiece is made of aluminum, steel or titanium, its shape can probably be manipulated using electrical discharge machining (EDM). But what exactly is EDM? Overview … Read More

A rivet is a type of fastener that’s used in the permanent assembly of a product or workpiece. Featuring a bolt-like design, they are affixed with a head that’s wider than the shaft. When a rivet is driven into a … Read More