Sheet metal assembly - Articles - Page 3

Clinching for Sheet Metal Assembly

May 5, 2016

Manufacturers increasingly need to join multiple sheets of lightweight materials. Clinching can do it quickly, consistently and cost-effectively.

Tacks for Sheet Metal Assembly

Jim Camillo

April 7, 2016

With specialty tack fasteners, manufacturers can quickly attach nameplates, install microelectronic components, and join thin and thick sheets of different metals.

Fab Shop Creates Robotic Fastener Insertion Machine

February 22, 2016

MARNE, MI—Metal fabrication shop DeWys Manufacturing Inc. has developed a robotic cell that automatically installs up to eight self-clinching fasteners in sheet metal.

Assembly With Rivet Nuts

New fastener and tool designs are increasing the utility of rivet nuts.

John Sprovieri

August 5, 2014

Automakers are increasingly using hydroformed metal tubing in vehicular structures. Compared with stamped and welded metal parts, hydroformed parts weigh less, cost less, and have a higher stiffness-to-weight ratio.

Innovative Screwdriving Methods Address Sheet Metal Challenges

Austin Weber

July 9, 2013

As household appliance manufacturers continue using thinner sheets of material, engineers must address new challenges and explore alternative joining solutions.

Techniques for Joining Sheet Metal

The ongoing push for thinner sheets is challenging engineers.

Austin Weber

June 3, 2013

Steel is not about to disappear anytime soon as the dominant material used in the home appliance industry. Unlike automakers, which are turning to aluminum, carbon-fiber composites, magnesium, plastic and other lightweight materials, steel still rules in the world of refrigerators, dishwashers and dryers.

Assembly Presses

How to Clinch Sheet Metal

Clinching is a cost-effective method for joining sheet metal parts.

Adam Cort

May 1, 2002

Not every assembly task involving sheet metal is amenable to fasteners or welding. Clinching requires neither and can be a cost-effective method of joining sheet metal parts.

Specialty Fasteners

Austin Weber

January 1, 2001

Nuts and bolt aren't the only types of fasteners used in product assembly. Retaining rings, Speed Nuts and a variety of other specialized metal and plastic fasteners have been developed. These specialty fasteners can often save time in the assembly process, eliminate the need for additional fastening components, lower manufacturing costs and maximize holding power.