Designers/engineers can gain tangible proof of the component’s quality, find unexpected flaws and perform testing that delivers invaluable data.Marketers can use prototypes to gain feedback from customers or investors before full-scale production begins.Designers/engineers can make parts in a wi

Clinton, SC – January 24, 2025 – CaneKast, a leading network of non-ferrous foundries, has expanded its capabilities and market presence with the acquisition of Southern Aluminum Foundry and Machine (SAF). Since acquiring SAF in 2023, CaneKast has made significant investments to enhance operations

Clinton, SC – January 24, 2025 – CaneKast, a leader in innovative casting solutions, is proud to announce that its newly acquired DISA MATCH 24/28 machine is now fully operational at Southern Aluminum Foundry and Machine (SAF) in Clinton, SC. This cutting-edge technology is transforming sand castin

Collaborating with customers to improve part quality, performance, and cost. Author: Reg Zeller Date: January 29, 2026 After a customer finalizes their design and chooses us as the supplier, or while we are working with a customer (our preferred method) as they finalize their design, we sometimes

By: Reg Zeller 2/4/2026 The Hidden Cost of Cheap Tooling: Why Quality Investment Powers Aluminum Sand Casting Success Imagine pouring thousands of dollars into molten aluminum, only to watch 35% of your castings end up as scrap due to tooling failures. It’s a nightmare scenario playing out in fou

The engineering challenge is straightforward: how do you eliminate multiple fabrication steps, reduce material waste, and improve structural performance simultaneously? The answer lies in the precise technical execution of weldment-to-casting conversions, a manufacturing strategy that consistently

The premier resource for the multidisciplined design engineerMaterial fatigue annually contributes to an estimated $600 billion in losses. Today, there are three approaches to analyzing and designing against fatigue: 1) stress-based approached; 2) strain-based approach; and 3) the fracture mechanics

In many, but not all cases, the PM process transforms metal powder into components used for structural applications, for example, gears, bearings, connecting rods, and parts used in medical instruments. There are also times when metal powders are needed in powder form, as in the electronics industry

What is Electroforming? How does it actually work? Manufacturers have been using electrodeposition for centuries, but as modern engineering has advanced, mandrels have become more complex. The whitepaper discusses the five basic steps of the electroforming manufacturing process and its ability to de

Tergo Metal Cleaning Fluid, a new cleaning chemistry developed by MicroCare Medical, is a double-duty cleaner—it can degrease metal parts as well as deflux circuit boards. Designed to replace hydrocarbon degreasers, as well as nPB, TCE, PFCs, and other regularly used solvents, the Tergo vapor-degrea

The premier resource for the multidisciplined design engineerWhat is a metal bellows? What are typical applications of metal bellows? What type of metals work best for specific environments? What factors should engineers consider when working with metal bellows?What is a metal bellows? What are typi

For short production runs and prototyping, it is cost effective to use 3D printed molds or CNC aluminum molds versus traditional injection molding? What are the current advantages and drawbacks of traditional injection molding? What are the advantages of CNC-machined aluminum injection molds? What a

The premier resource for the multidisciplined design engineerPowder metallurgy (PM) is the art of producing metal powders and net-shaped parts from those metal powders. PM components are used in your daily life - household appliances, electronics, medical equipment, vehicles, airplanes, and for defe

The premier resource for the multidisciplined design engineerSome engineers and designers might think “cast iron” refers to early iron work, or that all early iron work was “wrought,” or that both may be true. They would be wrong.Jatuporn79/Dreamstime This article was updated Jan. 9, 2023. It was or

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Greetings, fellow manufacturers and enthusiasts of sheet metal fabrication! Today, were diving into the world of precision cutting techniques, and more specifically, well be shining a spotlight on the incredible advantages of waterjet cutting. As the proud owner of a sheet metal job shop, Ive ha

Aluminum, a cornerstone in the construction industry, is revered for its lightweight yet robust properties, often compared to the weight of stainless steel but with a unique blend of properties suitable for specific applications, such as aluminum extrusions and architectural alloy applications in

Industrial manufacturing faces the ongoing challenge of complex supply chains. Precision metal fabrication offers a critical solution, providing significant benefits that streamline operations and boost efficiency. By centralizing various fabrication processes at one facility, companies can greatl

Metal fabrication projects often require seamless coordination between different production stages and vendors, which can be a significant challenge. Elemet Group addresses this challenge by offering a complete single-source manufacturing solution that streamlines the entire production process fro

Publish Date: January 16, 2025 | Category: Knobs | tags: knobs Ball knobs offer an ergonomic and effective way to control machinery. They are characterized by a round, ball-shaped handle. Like with other types of industrial knobs, ball knobs are used in control applications that i