A lifting magnet is a type of permanent magnet capable of producing a stronger magnetic field than the normal magnet. This is because they are made of rare-earth metals and alloys such as ferrite. These lifting magnets find applications in various industries to lift metallic items or heavy objects. Certain electro-permanent magnets can be switched … Read more
Welding is a process of joining two similar or dissimilar materials, mostly metals or thermoplastics. The process of welding includes the application of heat to melt the materials and add the filler material. This process is universally adopted in metal fabrication as one of the most efficient connecting processes. Owing to the adoption of welding … Read more
Today, sheet metal is used across industries for creating workable parts. A sheet metal may not always be in a plain and workable condition and may have burrs which need to be removed before using them. Burr removal is usually performed using automated equipment or manual tools. Owing to their increasing use, these tools are … Read more
Bead rollers are popular equipment used in manufacturing facilities to stiffen or shape metals. These bead rollers are electrically powered or operated by a traditional crank and wheel. Bead rollers depend on a variety of components for efficient operation. Roller dies are the most important components that contribute to the working efficiency of a bead … Read more
Punching is one of the important sheet forming processes. During sheet metal forming, the sheets are often punched in order to make the holes for multiple purposes. Traditionally, shear punching or drilling are the methods used for making holes in metal sheets. However, effective and error-free hole-making requires the consideration of multiple factors. The factors … Read more
The auto repair can be done using two types of tools – the power tools and hand tools. The powered tools are often used for welding, spray painting, grinding, etc. Whereas the hand tools are used for dent repair, tightening, repairing bruises, and punctures. The common auto body hand tools are chisels, screwdrivers, hammers, wedges, … Read more
In the process of pipe and tube fabrication, several specialized tools are used to achieve brilliant results. With the proper dies for each tube size, one can bend round tube, pipe and square tubing. Attempting to bend by hand can be very difficult and will often result in poor bends, kinked tube and is hard … Read more
Welding is one of the most utilized metal fabrication processes. Due to exposure to heat, metals, harmful gases and fumes, and welding sparks, this process becomes hazardous to the operators. The operators may sustain injuries on their skin, eyes, and respiratory system if they do not take any safety precautions. Therefore, while welding, the operator … Read more
A weld positioner is a device designed keeping in mind the welder’s comfort. It helps reduce their fatigue as they can stand in one position and do their job. They do not have to move or bend as this welding positioner can rotate up to 360 degrees. The object or work piece to be welded … Read more
Indispensable Tools for Brilliant Results The specific equipment needs of the medical industry can be catered to with the help of precisely engineered sheet metal fabrication tools from Woodward Fab. We utilize state-of-the-art technology to consistently fabricate tools that become indispensable. The high grade products used to fabricate these tools ensures reliable and long lasting … Read more