Tube hydroforming is accomplished in one of two ways, either high pressure or low pressure. The desired shape and strength of the metal tube determine the level of pressure that will be used. High Pressure Tube Hydroforming High-pressure tube hydroforming is often referred to as internal high-pressure
Read more →3 Myths About Deep Draw Metal Stamping
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Over the course of many years, there have been numerous misconceptions about deep draw metal stamping and how the deep draw process works. For those who are unfamiliar with the deep draw metal stamping process, this is a manufacturing process that remains in competition with others in
Read more →What Is Friction Stir Welding? American Hydroformers
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The welding technique, friction stir welding, was developed almost 30 years ago in 1991. Although it was invented many years ago, it has seen a high rise in demand over the past few years. One of the main reasons that friction stir welding has seen such a
Read more →Friction Stir Welding: What is it and How Does it Work?
On July 16, 2018 / alternatives to metal stamping, american hydroformers, friction stir welding, Metal Fabrication / Leave a comment
Lauded as the most significant innovation in metal joining in the last decade, Friction Stir Welding (FSW) introduces a solid-state joining process that is environmentally friendly, versatile, and energy efficient. FSW outperforms conventional fusion welding by joining aerospace aluminum alloys, and other metallic alloys, that are high-strength.
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