When Should You Use or Avoid Black Oxide in Product Design?
Black oxide coating isn’t just about aesthetics — it’s a critical surface treatment decision that affects corrosion resistance, dimensional stability, and long-term performance. Choosing the wrong coating can lead to premature corrosion, tolerance stack-up issues, or unnecessary cost escalation in production. Use black oxide for indoor steel components requiring minimal corrosion protection, tight tolerances, and […]
How Can You Optimize Sheet Metal Joints for Welding and Riveting?
Sheet metal joint optimization isn’t just about choosing welding or riveting — it’s about balancing strength, cost, and manufacturability from the start of your design process. With decades of experience in precision fabrication, small adjustments to joint geometry, material thickness, and fastener placement can dramatically reduce production costs while maintaining structural integrity. Optimize sheet metal […]
