by Ben Wiley | Aug 31, 2026 | Aftermarket bumpers, Fire Engine Bumpers, Heavy Duty Bumpers, Polished Bumpers, Stainless Steel, Utility Truck Manufacturers
Practically all cars and most trucks today have complex molded plastic bumpers. Heavy-duty vehicles are the exception. Fire trucks, utility trucks, and other work vehicles have stuck with metal, which makes the material and finish a real decision. There are three...
by Ed Wiley | Jun 30, 2026 | Aluminum, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Business, Manufacturing Technology, Material Handling, Metal Fabrication, Metal Fabrication Business, Metal Fabricators, Stainless Steel
Deciding between stainless steel and aluminum for your next set of custom bins or chutes might feel like a minor technical detail, but get it wrong, and your shop floor will be the first to let you know. It’s the difference between equipment that quietly does its job...
by Ben Wiley | Sep 24, 2025 | Polished Bumpers, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Stainless Steel
Polished stainless steel is valued for its clean, bright appearance and long-lasting durability. From architectural accents to industrial equipment, it’s a versatile finish that meets both aesthetic and functional demands. In this post, we’ll explore what makes...
by Ed Wiley | Jan 24, 2025 | Stainless Steel, Welding
Many metal fabrication shops will tell you to avoid designing overlapping weld joints. This is where one piece of metal, usually sheet steel, is laid on top of another and welded together. The problem with this type of joint, (which shouldn’t be confused with the...
by Ben Wiley | Nov 17, 2023 | Aluminum, Metal Fabrication, Stainless Steel
Aircraft have long been built from aluminum. In contrast, SpaceX’s Starship rocket has a stainless steel outer skin. It’s heavier but stronger, so which is the right choice? This stainless versus aluminum debate is interesting for anyone designing or buying fabricated...
by Ben Wiley | Aug 22, 2019 | Aluminum Extrusion, Extruded Section, Lightweighting, Metal Fabrication, Metal Fabrication Business, OEM, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Stainless Steel
Maybe you’ve already thought about how weight affects motion, but what about static structures or fabrications? Weight can be important there too. Some point to consider are: Will the fabrication need transporting? Almost certainly yes, unless you’re...
