What is metal work fabrication?
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Metal fabrication is the process of creating metal structures or parts by cutting, bending, and assembling raw materials such as sheet metal, structural steel, and other metal components. Metal fabrication typically involves several stages, including design, cutting, bending, welding, machining, and finishing.Metal fabrication is used in various industries, including construction, automotive, aerospace, electronics, and manufacturing. Commonly fabricated metal products include structural beams, frames, enclosures, machine components, brackets, and decorative items.
Metal fabrication can be done through various techniques, such as:
1. Cutting: Metal sheets or bars are cut into the desired shape using tools like shears, saws, lasers, or plasma torches.
2. Bending: Metal is bent or formed into specific shapes using equipment like press brakes or rollers.
3. Welding: Pieces of metal are joined together using various welding techniques such as arc welding, MIG welding, TIG welding, or spot welding.
4. Machining: Metal parts are further shaped or finished using machining processes like milling, drilling, turning, or grinding.
5. Assembly: Fabricated metal components are assembled together using fasteners, adhesives, or welding.