The Marvellous World of Manufacturing

How Is Steel Formed During Fabrication?

31 July 2020

Steel is one of the world's most popular materials for use in fabrication projects. Steel fabrication is conducted for anything from street lighting columns to sets of railings and much more besides. All types of fabrication projects, including steel fabrication, will make use of several different forming processes. What are the most common ones in steel fabrication?  Bending Among the most usual forming processes you will see in a steel fabrication centre is the bending of metal.

A Guide for First-Timers When Choosing Plastic Packaging

12 May 2020

Plastic is a popular choice when it comes to the packaging of various items, such as foodstuffs and pharmaceutical products. Plastic packaging is advantageous because of its durability, performance, lightweight, safety, and cost-effectiveness. Buyers of plastic packaging must always aim from durable and safe material that meets stringent Australian regulatory guidelines. This is a guide for first-timers when choosing plastic packaging. Plastic Packaging Reduces Cost of Shipping and Handling Businesses always look towards reducing the cost of shipping and handling goods as much as possible.

How To Organise A Waste Oil Collection Service

3 September 2019

Whether you are in the processing and manufacturing industry or the food preparation and hospitality sector, if you create waste oil, then you need a waste oil collection service like Wren Oil. There are no exceptions. Strict government rules about the disposal and collection of waste oil mean that it is very impractical for you to try and dispose of this oil yourself, and if you get caught doing it wrong, then you can be fined a lot of money.

The Safe Operation of a Weighbridge: A Guide

10 February 2019

If you are planning to install a weighbridge at your manufacturing facility, it is vital that you understand how to ensure that it is operated and maintained in a safe manner. Below is a guide to everything you need to know to stay safe when conducting weighbridge operations. Read on to discover everything you need to know. The location of the weighbridge  When installing the weighbridge, the first thing you will need to consider is its location.

Benefits of Using Stainless Steel for Fabrication

29 January 2019

Stainless steel fabrication is the process of cutting, welding and assembling metal into finished products. It is a crucial process of the construction, automotive and manufacturing industries and even the agricultural industry. Structural steel is the most common material used for fabrication. Benefits of using steel for fabrication include the following: Durability Stainless steel is used for fabrication due to its strength. It is able to bear the effects of the elements and is stronger in comparison to other construction materials.

4 Types of Goal Posts and Their Suitability

7 December 2018

There are various types of goal posts from which you can choose, depending on your needs and preferences. It is important that you choose the right post. That is why it is essential for you to learn about the different types so you may be at a better position when purchasing. The following article highlights the types of goal posts and what they are suitable for. Socketed Goal Posts These posts are used professionally.

Safety During Welding

6 December 2018

Welding is the process of joining two metals through the use of extreme heat. Once the metals are hot, a filler material that may be stronger than the base metal is added to form a joint. As such, the two metals are firmly bound together. In the industrial spectrum, welding is an essential process as it helps in the fabrication of certain goods and conducting regular maintenance works in the premises.

Selecting the best die casting process

29 November 2018

Die casting refers to the process of creating metal parts by pouring molten metal into a mould cavity. The result of die casting is that the metal formed will be smooth with definite dimensions. It is a common process for metals such as aluminium, steel, lead, copper and iron. Notably, because different metals have different properties, for optimum cost-efficient and time-sensitive die casting; you will need to use a method that is compatible with the circumstances.