Tag: Metal Basics

Deflection Defined To comprehend the process of “crowning” in metal fabrication, one must first understand the concept of “deflection.” Deflection is an engineering term used to describe the amount of deformation or displacement that occurs in a structural element when it is put under a load. A simple illustration would be to picture a man […]

As you contemplate purchasing a sheet metal or plate metal rolling machine, there are some key points to consider, regardless of whether you are buying your first or fifteenth roll. Hire Skilled Operators First and foremost, hire (or train) professional operators who have a deep understanding of plate rolling processes and equipment. You can buy […]

Aircraft rolls are long, extremely specialized sheet metal rolling machines designed largely for one specific purpose: to roll the metallic “skin” of the forward edge of aircraft wings in the correct contoured shape to properly generate lift while in flight. The shape of most wing edges will change in thickness and angle from the tip […]