by Megan Woodland | Tips of the Trade
Steel Hardening Hardness, or the resistance to indentation or damage, is a very valuable trait in metals. Steelmakers can increase the strength of a material through different processes known as hardening. Steel hardening was common as early as the Greeks who used...
by Megan Woodland | Tips of the Trade
Finishings The final step in the fabrication process is deciding on a finish to maintain a high-quality appearance and provide protection to your parts. Three common finishing techniques are powder coating, wet painting, and plating. Powder Coat...
by Megan Woodland | Tips of the Trade
What material should I use? Sometime during the design process of a part, the question of what material to use arises. Should I use aluminum? What about stainless steel? Mild or high carbon steel? The world of sheet metal fabrication is hardly one-size-fits-all. This...
by Megan Woodland | Tips of the Trade
At Axis Fabrication, a common question we receive is the difference between MIG and TIG welding. Is there an advantage of one technique over the other? This article will break down the differences between these two common techniques. MIG Welding: Metal Inert Gas To...
by Megan Woodland | Tips of the Trade
The Cost of One Part After receiving a quote from a fabrication company, the cost of just one part surprises many people. It’s important to realize the price of a part encompasses four areas: Materials – Materials include raw materials such a sheet stock,...
