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Why Ameritex is the Leader in Custom Door Fabrication
At Ameritex, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional solutions custom tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Whether it's a simple man door or a custom metal enclosure door, our deep expertise in custom metal fabrication ensures that we can create doors that are not only functional but also precisely suited to their intended environments. Let’s explore design considerations for custom fabricated doors, the various types of doors we [...]
Quality Without Compromise: Inside Ameritex’s Rigorous Quality Assurance Process
At Ameritex, quality assurance is more than just a series of procedures; it is a fundamental mindset ingrained in every aspect of our operations. For us, quality assurance means ensuring that our customers receive products that meet the highest standards of precision and reliability. Our commitment to quality begins at the moment a request for quote is received and extends through every stage of production until the final product is shipped. Our rigorous approach [...]
Setting the Right Tolerances for Custom Sheet Metal Fabricated Parts
Tolerances are an important aspect of how our industry communicates about designs. They are a way of indicating what requirements must be satisfied in order for a part or product to function as intended. However, tolerances that are either over-engineered or under-engineered can result in parts and products that cost more and take longer to make than they need to. Over-engineered Tolerances It can be tempting to put tight tolerances on every facet of [...]
The Science and Art of Assist Gasses in Laser Cutting
In sheet metal fabrication laser cutting is a technology that uses a high-powered fibre laser beam to cut sheet metal with exceptional precision. Laser cutting works pretty much exactly as you’d expect, by using a computer numerical control (CNC) system to move the laser beam in a specific pattern, which melts the material and forms a cut. If you’re familiar with sheet metal fabrication, you’ve probably heard of laser cutting. But you may not [...]
Leading the Charge in Renewable Energy Manufacturing
Renewable energy, the industry's rapid growth and the global shift towards sustainability make renewable energy a critical area for investment in the United States. At Ameritex we are committed to innovation in the renewable energy sector. We are proud to bring our deep expertise with custom metal fabrication to the renewable energy space, just as we have done with more established industries such as oil and gas, automotive, and aerospace. Ameritex is located [...]
Ensuring Excellence Through a Safety-First Approach
At Ameritex, safety is more than just a set of rules and regulations — it's a fundamental mindset and a core part of our culture. Our employees are the heart of our company, and safety is the foundation upon which all of our processes are built. We go the extra mile because we believe that holding ourselves to the highest safety standards naturally leads to better productivity and higher quality. Read below to learn [...]
Capability Spotlight: Our Forward-Thinking Approach to Welding
We take great pride in our capabilities, and our team is a pinnacle of fabrication. Learn how our processes and efforts help us offer shorter lead times and higher quality for welded parts. Our Comprehensive Capabilities If it can be welded, we can weld it here at Ameritex. Backed by state-of-the-art machinery and advanced techniques, our expertise spans a range of materials, including carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and nickel. This versatility allows us [...]
Don’t Forget about Hardware When Designing Sheet Metal Parts!
Hinges, handles, locking mechanisms, bolts, rivet nuts, PEM nuts, weld nuts… There are many different types of hardware used in sheet metal parts, and making the right selection at the beginning of your project is important. Failing to specify your desired hardware or requesting hardware that isn’t suitable for your project can delay lead times or—even worse—result in sheet metal parts that don’t function as intended. Here are some best practices and considerations to [...]
Air Bending vs. Coining Sheet Metal: A Brief Explainer
Air Bending vs. Coining Sheet Metal: A Brief Explainer Ameritex accurately bends materials like aluminum, stainless steel, carbon steel, copper, and even plastic from thin gauges up to 0.5” thick for a wide range of applications. While there are many precision sheet metal forming techniques, we’ve found air bending and coining to be the most practical for our customers’ needs. Air Bending Sheet Metal Air bending involves pressing sheet metal against a die to [...]
How Quantum Lean Is Transforming Our Texas Sheet Metal Fabrication Shop
“Lean manufacturing” is widely regarded as a tried and true approach to minimizing waste and maximizing productivity. However, over the years, thought leaders like Dr. Michael Sanders have improved the traditional lean methodology to be easier, faster, and more effective. They call their new-and-improved methodology quantum lean (QL). According to Quantum Lean: Taking Lean System to the Next Level, “QL approaches lean systems from an entirely different perspective than conventional methods. Instead of focusing on [...]