At Approved Sheet Metal, we like to help our customers save time and money on custom metal fabrications whenever possible. […]
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Engineers commonly default to using steel hardware for their custom sheet metal parts—and it’s easy to understand why. Steel hardware is the
Rough or sharp edges. Burrs. Flimsy edges that need a little extra reinforcement. What do these examples have in common?
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Did you know that 3D CAD technology can cut lead times on sheet metal prototypes by up to 50%? As a sheet metal shop
Need your custom sheet metal part. . . yesterday? If other shops are taking their sweet time, come to Approved
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When it comes to forming deep boxes, sheet metal fabricators face a major challenge: getting their tooling to reach inside
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Metal finishing is a crucial last step in the sheet metal fabrication process. Finishing improves the aesthetic appearance of a
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Sheet metal fabrication often involves assembling separate components into a single part. We excel in high-quality welding at Approved Sheet Metal.
How would you describe having a sense of urgency? “Sense of urgency” is the third core value in our
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Offset bends are important for many everyday applications such as hinges, fasteners, chassis, and even electrical conduits. But the process
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