The latest addition to our arsenal of press brake tooling is something a little different – a polyurethane forming die. It consists of a steel channel with a specially shaped piece of polyurethane inside. Watch the video below to see it in action bending 5mm steel with a 100mm radius punch. There are a wide […]
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At ES3 we take pride in offering our customers high-quality laser cutting and metal fabrication services with a focus on a quick lead time and exceptional customer service. In order to provide the best possible service to our customers, it’s helpful to receive accurate and comprehensive CAD files that allow us to quote and supply […]
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We have recently purchased a new Tube Laser to complement our line-up of world class machinery: the Nukon NK-T160. This machine is a 4kW Fibre Laser capable of clamping 200NB (8″) Pipe or 200x100mm rectangular hollow section, making it one of the largest in the country. It is suitable for pipe, tube and square or […]
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Laser cutting has significant advantages over alternative metal cutting methods, providing the precision and power that helps modern metal fabricators produce results on an unprecedented scale! It is one of the most basic and widely used processes in metal fabrication today, and as the technology is constantly developing it will only continue to offer more […]
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Robot welding and manual welding both have their pros and cons, and fabricators must keep these in mind when making decisions on which method to use. Robot welding is better suited to large production runs of repeatedly manufactured items, whereas manual welding is ideal for smaller runs, custom jobs, or smaller items requiring special care […]
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The demand for steel is soaring. Over the last six months global steel prices have continued to rise significantly. In addition, transport and logistics costs have also been under pressure leading to higher container, shipping, and other freight charges. Let’s look at why steel prices are increasing and what is being done to minimize the […]
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A common question in the tube laser industry is what corner radius should be used to model SHS/RHS parts for Tube Laser Cutting. The short answer we usually give is 1.5x wall thickness (WT), but there’s more to the story. A lot of the CAD models we receive have been drawn with the manufacturers specification […]
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As a sheet metal fabricator, we understand the importance of smart material utilisation. It plays a huge part in offering our clients the most competitive solution. While we strive to optimise this as much as possible, we also need to be aware of how grain direction can influence the quality and consistency in the folding […]
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