Types of Welding Joints

Types of Welding Joints

A weld joint is a specific location or edge where two or more pieces of metal or plastic are joined together by welding. The American Welding Society recognizes five primary types of weld joints: butt, corner, edge, lap, and tee joints. Types of Weld Joints Butt...
Sheet Metal Gauge Chart

Sheet Metal Gauge Chart

Sheet Metal Gauge Chart: 18 Gauge Thickness in MM When working with sheet metal, the term “gauge” refers to the material’s thickness or thickness range. However, persons unfamiliar with the gauge system may struggle to understand what a given gauge,...
Benefits of Stainless Steel Washers

Benefits of Stainless Steel Washers

Durability is essential for reducing wear and distortion, so evaluate the material of your Newzel washers, flange washers, load washers, and disc springs. Stainless steel is made up of corrosion-resistant alloys including iron, chromium, nickel, and other metals. It...
The Melting Point of Steel: Everything You Need to Know

The Melting Point of Steel: Everything You Need to Know

The melting point is the temperature at which a solid transforms into a liquid. This is commonly referred to as the melting temperature for metals, however it is determined by the metal’s atomic structure and chemical composition. Engineers and fabricators need...