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Sandblasting Explained – Definition, Process & More
20.02.2024The term sandblasting describes blasting abrasive material against a surface by using compressed air. Although sandblasting is often used as an umbrella term for all abrasive blasting methods, it differs […]
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Shot Blasting Explained – Definition, Process & More
31.01.2024Shot blasting is one of the most effective surface preparation methods wherein irregularities on the metal’s surface are removed through abrasion. This process is different from sandblasting as shot blasting […]
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Shot Peening Explained – Definiton, Process & More
11.01.2024Shot peening is a cold working process that alters the mechanical properties on the metal’s surface and creates a compressive residual stress layer. Its primary purpose is to prevent the […]
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Galvanising Explained – How It Works, Types & More
20.11.2023Galvanisation involves coating iron and steel with a layer of zinc for superior corrosion protection. This plating method has been a cornerstone in industrial applications due to its cost-effectiveness and […]
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Black Oxide Coating – How It Works, Benefits & Types
07.11.2023Black Oxide coating is a type of chemical conversion coating mainly for ferrous metals but the process is adapted for stainless steel, copper, aluminium and zinc. Conversion coatings are different […]
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Pickling Explained – Definition, Process & More
28.09.2023Many manufacturing processes leave residues on metal surfaces that must be cleaned before further processing or prior to putting the metal parts into use. These surface impurities can exist in […]
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Passivation Explained – Definition, Process & More
26.09.2023Most industries depend upon the efficient and reliable operation of large-scale material handling systems that manufacture, transport and store different chemicals. These systems require huge amounts of forethought, capital, and […]
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Swiss Machining Explained – What Is a Swiss Lathe?
29.08.2023Swiss machining, also known as Swiss turning, is a high-precision CNC machining process performed on a special type of turning machine designed specifically to produce small and intricate parts. Swiss […]
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Electropolishing Explained – How It Works, Benefits & More
22.08.2023When metallic components come out of manufacturing or fabrication, they generally require some type of surface finishing process to improve their appearance or corrosion resistance properties. Sometimes, these treatments may […]
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Knurling Explained – What Is it, Methods & Applications
11.08.2023Knurling is a post-finishing process wherein a textured pattern is created on the surface of a workpiece. Early knurling processes were performed by hand, but the introduction of turning and […]
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Carburising Explained – How It Works, Benefits & Types
27.07.2023Carburising is a traditional and reliable thermochemical process used by small workshops as well as large industries to harden low-carbon steel parts. The method has seen incredible advancement over the […]
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Sheet Metal Shearing, Blanking, Punching, Piercing, etc.
29.06.2023Sheet metal fabrication processes involve a variety of methods and tools to cut thin metal sheets (< 6 mm thick) in order to achieve smaller, desirable pieces. These pieces are […]