Hot-dip galvanizing (HDG) is one of the most popular finishing options we offer here at Ameritex. We rely on trusted third-party vendors to expertly perform this service. A coating process used primarily for steel parts, hot-dip galvanizing involves submerging a carefully prepared part into a tub of molten zinc, which creates protective layers that can stand up to virtually any environmental conditions. Galvanized steel is known for its superior corrosion, abrasion, and wear resistance, [...]

Q. What do corner reliefs, gaps and overlaps, and corner chamfers and radii have in common?A. They’re all corner treatments that engineers tend to overlook when designing custom fabrications. Corner treatments serve essential functional, mechanical, and cosmetic purposes, so it’s important to be mindful of best practices for using them. Let’s take a closer look at the different corner treatments you should know about before designing your next part.  Sheet Metal Corner Treatment #1: [...]

There are many steps involved in any manufacturing project, from submitting a quote request to receiving finished parts or products at your facility (and all the actual manufacturing operations that occur in between). We’ve already provided our best advice regarding the quoting stage that kicks off a project (in this article on faster quoting and this article on connecting your manufacturer with your engineering team). Now, let’s shift the focus to the final stage [...]

Do you know the ideal material for your custom fabrication?      With thousands of different alloys to choose from, making the right selection can be overwhelming. So allow us to make things simpler for you.    In this guide, we’ll explore some of the most common materials we fabricate here at Ameritex and considerations to keep in mind about each one.    What to Know about Stainless Steel, Aluminum, and Carbon Steel    [...]

In recent years, CAD (computer-aided design) files have become increasingly essential to the manufacturing process, streamlining and improving everything from quoting to programming to quality control.    If you don’t provide a shop with a CAD file right off the bat, chances are they have someone behind the scenes converting your PDF into a much more useful CAD file.    Still, you may wonder, “What exactly are CAD files used for?” And we’re happy [...]

We’re so excited about our new LVD Phoenix FL-3015 fiber laser cutting machine that we can’t stop talking about it! This 20kW large platform laser cutting machine completely revolutionizes our approach to laser cutting services. We’re excited for more of our customers to experience all that it has to offer.  One thing that really sets this machine apart is its ability to cut thick materials quickly and with an incredibly high level of quality.  Cutting [...]

Custom fabrications come in all shapes and sizes at Ameritex, from items that fit in the palm of the hand to massive sheet metal assemblies requiring an oversized load permit to ship. No matter what comes our way, we put our heads together to figure out how to get it done in a timely fashion.  Still, some projects are inevitably more challenging than others, and large assemblies and components definitely fit into this category.  How [...]