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Metal Spinning: A Cost-Effective Process
Metal spinning image courtesy of Spincraft.
Ever notice that chandelier hanging from the ceiling or that metal bowl in your kitchen? Chances are that those items were manufactured through a process called metal spinning. The metal spinning process, also known as spin forming, is a cold metalworking process. This process differs from other types of metalworking because Continue reading
Shear Spinning Products Never Require Welding
Shear spinning image courtesy of Acme Metal Spinning, Inc.
Shear spinning, also referred to as shear forming, is a manufacturing process similar to that of metal spinning. During the shear spinning process the final area of the spun piece is almost equal to the original flat sheet metal. During the process, however, the wall thickness of the metal is reduced. Maintaining the thickness of the wall is achieved by controlling the small gap between the mandrel and roller. When selecting the roller design, the technician Continue reading
Tank Heads Used for Tight Enclosures
Imagine the earthquake and tsunami that hit the country of Japan in March of 2011. The devastation and destruction that the Japanese people were exposed to is awful, so many of their Continue reading
Hydroforming: Another Cold Working Process
A widely used process in the automotive industry is hydroforming. Hydroforming is also referred to as hydramolding and is mainly used to make lighter and stronger unibody vechicle structures. It is especially used Continue reading
CNC Metal Spinning: Fully Automated
How were items completed without the use of computers back in the day? It is amazing how civilizations such as the Mayans could build Chitzen Itza, the Incans could build Machu Picchu and the Egyptians could build pyramids that are still standing today without the Continue reading
Copper Spinning Products are Durable
Copper is a versatile malleable and ductile metal that is very soft in a pure state. It has a multitude of commercial and industrial applications due to its useful and varying properties. It is best known as an economical conductor of heat and electricity. Copper is formable, durable, machineable and Continue reading
Aluminum Spinning: Great Characteristics
Aluminum is an ideal metal for many applications. It is useful because it is light in weight, is resistant to corrosion and can withstand very low temperatures. It is ideal because it is non-toxic, non-magnetic and a good conductor of electricity. Aluminum in its Continue reading
Stainless Steel Spinning Superhero
Stainless steel sometimes reminds me of a superhero. It is versatile and does not stain, corrode or rust very easily. Superheros are versatile and have alter egos and Continue reading
Titanium Spinning for Many Applications
Did you know that titanium is as strong as steel? It is much lighter, too. It is almost as resistant to corrosion as platinum is and doubly stronger than aluminum. For these reasons it is Continue reading