Have you ever wondered how metal items are made? How are they able to bend into different shapes and move in different directions when the material is completely solid? You see it in functional items all around you, from appliances and decor in your own home to tall, skyscraper buildings. As a material, its flexibility and […]
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Facts About Mandrel Bending
What is mandrel bending? Mandrel bending is a process where a metal rod, called a mandrel, is inserted into a pipe to support the walls during bending. This method is used to create tight bends in pipes without collapsing the pipe or damaging the mandrel. In this article, you’ll learn more about mandrel bending. How […]
What Are Nested Helical Coils and What Are They Used For?
Coils are an important part of any appliance or any machine, and making sure you have the right coils for the job is essential. Helical coils are more common than you might imagine and can be used for a wide range of applications. What Are Helical Coil Springs? Helical coils are named such for their […]
What Are Half Pipe Coils?
Understanding fluid transfer can be difficult. There are so many ways that fluid can be transferred from one vessel to the other. Half pipe jacketing is one way that aids the fluid that is being transferred, as well as the vessel they are being transferred to. What Is Half Pipe Jacket? A half pipe jacket […]
Recent Trends in Welding Technology
Welding has come a long way from the days of oxy-acetylene, arc, and spot welds. MIG and TIG enable the effective and efficient joining of aluminum, alloys, and other metals that do not react well to high heat. Improving technology greatly impacts the welding trade. So, what are trends in the welding industry? Knowing can help you […]