The fabrication process is where raw materials typically metals are meticulously shaped into components that support everything from skyscrapers to skid packages. In this article, we’ll explore the three foundational techniques cutting, folding, and welding and how they define modern industrial capability.
Cutting removes excess material to create precise dimensions and shapes. It’s the first and most critical step in producing parts for pressure vessels and skid-mounted systems.
Traditional methods: manual sawing, shearing
Advanced methods: cutting laser, plasma, and waterjet cutting
For high-stakes applications like pressure vessel manufacturing, cutting precision directly affects safety and compliance.
Cutting removes excess material to create precise dimensions and shapes. It’s the first and most critical step in producing parts for pressure vessels and skid-mounted systems.
Traditional methods: manual sawing, shearing
Advanced methods: laser cutting, plasma cutting, waterjet cutting
Folding, or bending, involves reshaping sheet metal to form structural or aesthetic components. This process is common in everything from industrial skids to custom enclosures.
Achieved with press brakes or other bending machinery
Crucial for components needing strength without compromising design
This technique is explored in educational depth through MIT’s Materials Processing lectures (PDF).
Welding fuses components using heat and pressure to create strong joints. It’s essential in welding services for long-lasting industrial assemblies.
Common types: MIG welding, TIG welding, Arc, Laser
Also applied in pipe spools
Learn more from the American Welding Society (AWS).
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Fabrication shapes materials into parts; manufacturing includes everything from design to delivery.
TIG welding is precise and ideal for clean, strong joints.
No, some metals like hardened steel require special tooling or treatment.
Review OSHA’s welding and cutting standards for guidance..
Fabrication Process: Includes cutting, folding, and welding to shape raw materials.
Cutting: Enables precision and clean geometry.
Folding: Shapes without removing material.
Welding: Joins parts into a permanent whole.
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