Faying Surface – Overview, Welding Application, vs. Mating Surface
Faying surfaces refer to the contacting faces of two materials, which are put together to form a joint. In this article, you will learn more about its meaning, its application…
Fabrication & Quality
David Etukudo Re-entrant Corner – Problems, Conditions, Design & Repair Solutions
A re-entrant corner is an internal corner of a concrete slab. Depending on prevalent conditions, such a corner may be subject to cracking and often requires some reinforcement. In this…
Rebar Standee – How They Work, Types, and Design Considerations
Rebar standees are reinforcing bar assemblies that support top mats of reinforcing bars in thick concrete members, such as footings and slabs. In this article, you will learn more about…
Sarah DeGuzman Gusset Weld – Purpose, Design Considerations, and Applications
A gusset weld connects a gusset (piece of plate) to multiple structures such as beams or columns. Thus, it adds strength to a connection. Moreover, in industry, it is common…
CF8M Material – Properties, Applications, Alternatives
The austenitic stainless steel casting grade CF8M sees its most extensive use in the United States. The letter “C” in the designation CF8M denotes that the alloy provides corrosion resistance….
Knurling – Process, Common Machines, Tools, & Applications
Knurling is a manufacturing process where geometric patterns roll onto a material. These patterns improve grip, increase friction, or repair worn-out parts. In this article, you will learn about the…
Turret Lathe – Operation, Vertical Variant, vs. Engine vs. Capstan
A turret lathe machine is a type of metalworking lathe that can perform repetitive production of duplicate parts. In addition, because of its hexagonal turret, which is an indexable tool…
What is ASME?
The article answers many common questions about ASME. Questions include: What exactly is ASME? What is ASME Certification, and why is it important? What is ASME code, and what does…
Material Certification – How To Read, Form 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, and 3.2
A material certificate, also known as a mill test report (MTR) or a mill test certificate (MTC), is a quality assurance document in the metals business. It validates technical parameters…
Doubler Plates – Application and Design
A doubler plate refers to a small piece of plate that is attached to a larger area, to provide strengthening in that location. In engineering, it is common to refer…