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What Is a Roll Forming Machine? Roll Forming vs. In-House Forming

Sometimes it’s good to know when to ask for help. This is especially true when making decisions for a large business. 

What’s ‘Just-in-Time’ Delivery Mean When Using Roll Forming Companies?

In the old days, it looked good when roll forming companies produced as much as possible. But that concept no longer flies in today’s world of lean manufacturing, value engineering, and so many other cost-efficiency philosophies.

201: The Hero You Deserve for Stainless Steel Outside Use

Have you ever heard about 201 stainless steel? It’s a surprisingly nice metal for outdoor projects that demand a blend of power, finesse, and beauty.

Galvannealed vs Galvanized Steel for Architectural Design

Galvannealed and galvanized steels start out similarly. They are both dipped into a hot zinc bath (approximately 850° F), so the zinc bonds to the metal's surface. This coating increases the steel's durability and protects against corrosion.

It's the introduction of a secondary process that[...]

Create a Streamlined Supply Chain for Wire Mesh Frame

MeshTrim is the most versatile woven wire mesh frame choice in the world. No, the universe.

Roll Formed parts: 5 Expert Tips for Designing the Worst Parts Ever

Who wants to make great roll formed parts? Not you, obviously.

Roll Forming: A Versatile Sheet Metal Punching Partner

Roll formed components often require hole punching -- after all, that’s probably one reason why you chose roll forming to begin with, right?

3 Premier Installation Materials for Exterior Metal Cladding

Are you working on a project that involves metal cladding installation? If so, you may have questions about the strength, durability, and corrosion resistance of the 'tracks' (or anchor system) into which the metal wall cladding system will fit.

5 Corrosion-Resistant Building Materials | Architectural Metal Design

Decorative metal mouldings were a staple of early 20th-century design. They adorn some of the world’s most recognized buildings, including the Rockefeller Center in New York City, the Wrigley Building in Chicago, and even the elevators of the new Minnesota Vikings stadium.

Today, what’s old is new[...]

Architectural Building Materials: Does Brass Rust?

Brass is one of the great luxury metals, alongside copper and bronze. It’s considered to be an architectural building material that is classy and timeless -- or is it? Online, it seems everyone from 11th-grade science fair contestants to five-star hotel architects are stumbling on the same[...]

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