5 Design Hacks for Sheet Metal Assemblies
Approved Sheet Metal fabricates a wide range of sheet metal assemblies for customers, from small sub-assemblies to massive frame assemblies—all […]
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10 Sheet Metal Fab Terms Engineers Need to Know
We admit it. We’re guilty. Here at Approved Sheet Metal, our fabricators casually toss out terms like “DFM” and “oil
The Engineer’s Guide to Superior Fabricated Enclosures
Any job shop can build a box, but only the experts at Approved Sheet Metal can deliver short-run and prototype
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Traditional Sheet Metal Fabrication vs. Sheet Metal Stamping: Which Does Your Part Need?
Here’s an interesting bit of information: the number one reason ASM no-quotes a part is that it cannot be made
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Converting a Solid Part to a Sheet Metal Part in SOLIDWORKS (Updated for 2024)
Converting a solid part to a sheet metal part in software like SOLIDWORKS is important for several reasons: Material Efficiency:
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Avoid These 4 Common Design Mistakes in Sheet Metal Fabrication
At Approved Sheet Metal (ASM), we’re your ally in achieving first-rate results on each and every order. With design mistakes
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Cut Costs and Boost Efficiency with ASM’s Sheet Metal CAD Tooling Library
1.074 x .665 x .130 – .059 Thickness What if you could design the most common sheet metal part features faster? With
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The Hidden Gem in Metal Fabrication: The Impact of Slots and Tabs
At Approved Sheet Metal, we regularly add slots and tabs to weldment components—a process most metal fabrication shops don’t undertake.
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Beyond Prints: The Role of 3D CAD Models in Streamlining Metal Fabrication
Before you click “Submit” on your quote request, make sure you’ve uploaded a print and a CAD model for your part! Keep reading
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How to Convert Solid 3D Designs to Flat Sheet Metal
Before we can fabricate your sheet metal part, the solid 3D design file must be converted to a flat part
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