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UPSET FORGING OF ALUMINUM - In general, forging describes a type of metal forming process in which a workpiece is shaped using compressive forces, such as from the blows of a hammer. Upset forging involves compressing the length of the metal to... https://t.co/zf33yMzGwU

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COLD SPRAY PROCESS FOR REPAIRING ALUMINUM PARTS

Cold spraying is a technique that is prolonging the life of many high performance aluminum parts. Durability is one of the advantages of aluminum but even the most resilient alloys are subject https://t.co/g5LtfCGOdz

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Aluminum In Electronic Vehicles: Aluminum has been an integral material in cars, trucks and other vehicles throughout their history, but it’s still surprising to learn about how new electric vehicles are so dependent on aluminum alloys. https://t.co/35UAY4IJWq

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Aluminum In Electronic Vehicles: Aluminum has been an integral material in cars, trucks and other vehicles throughout their history, but it’s still surprising to learn about how new electric vehicles are so dependent on aluminum alloys. https://t.co/VRg3uVAf2O

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THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN EXTRUDED ALUMINUM BAR AND COLD FINISHED ALUMINUM BAR
Although they are often produced as the same grade of material, there are many differences between extruded aluminum bar and cold finished aluminum bar. https://t.co/JLqPlWrS2e

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What is the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI)?

Many manufacturing companies’ expertise lies in design, materials, and manufacturing processes rather than economic trends and forecasts.  When it comes to understanding... https://t.co/3qxrKx1pRJ

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What’s The Difference Between Strip and Sheet Products?
Aluminum and stainless steel alloys come in a variety of standard product forms, strip and sheet being among them. For those less familiar with the industy vernacular of aluminum and stainless steel https://t.co/0GcABbYUVF

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There have been several reports spotlighting the global aluminum can shortage in recent years. While such a news item is sure to create headlines, the truth of the matter is complicated, and the situation may impact other industries relying on aluminum. https://t.co/Q0Sf1e0NFl

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The Importance of Safety in the Manufacturing Workplace ~ With so many things that manufacturers need to worry about given the current economic environment, whether it’s cutting costs, international trade tariffs, materials shortages or https://t.co/iiz1XfnM2a

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Sometimes the standard grades of metal just aren’t enough to handle some of the harshest environments.  When manufacturers are faced with the challenges posed by excessive... https://t.co/MFhO04GoMW

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One option among metal fabrication methods is the press brake machine.  Powered press brakes have been around for almost a century, though manually operated brakes were first... https://t.co/3V7X4pDiiX

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An important aspect of any part’s design and maintenance is the component’s resistance to wear.  Adhesive wear is the product of two metal surfaces being rubbed together.  Under a... https://t.co/b4rPL91lOz

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There are many options to choose from regarding welding techniques: MIG, TIG, arc and laser are just a few.  Friction welding has been a recent addition to the field of welding... https://t.co/cXRFEWPGvg

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We are pleased to be returning to the Performance Racing Industry trade show at the Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis IN this week. Visit us at Booth #5015 to see how we can assist with your material needs.

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Ultrasonic testing (or USI, ultrasonic inspection) is one of the best ways to ensure that aluminum plate and other materials meet certain thresholds of material integrity. It exposes hidden flaws and imperfections that would have otherwise gone https://t.co/w9GAAu6rew

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COLD SPRAY PROCESS FOR REPAIR OF ALUMINUM PARTS - Cold spraying is a technique that is prolonging the life of many high performance aluminum parts. Durability is one of the advantages of aluminum but even the most resilient alloys are subject to... https://t.co/MZPcIP5SZU

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When specifying aluminum, how to process the material into the desired part reliably and cost-effectively is an important consideration.  Cold forming is one of the methods https://t.co/b3BEeSmnXH

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Stainless steel has become indispensable in countless different industries over the past one hundred years.  Since its inception in the early 20th century, metallurgists and material... https://t.co/69QcZmGKFT

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Corrosion resistance is one of the foremost benefits of aluminum, as evidenced by its tremendous popularity among manufacturers and product designers. https://t.co/ZwPBn26Yk2

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Machinability of Stainless Steel

Machinability is roughly defined as how easy it is to cut a particular kind of metal.  If a metal is easy to machine, it will require low power and will cut quickly without excessive https://t.co/AdOVkJM3SJ