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Sheet Metal Fabrication Quality Control Processes

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Reducing Costs of Laser Cutting Projects

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When cutting metal, few techniques can compare to the precision [...]

Reasons to choose Laser Cutting for Sheet Metal Fabrication

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Laser cutting uses advanced technology and advanced techniques; capabilities unavailable [...]

Automated Programming

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Today's expectations of productivity, quality and production speed have led [...]

Trumpf Laser Cutters

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There are a number of sheet metal cutting and bending [...]

Trumpf Brake Presses

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Many metals are flexible, meaning that they bend before they [...]

Precision Trumpf CNC Punch Press

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At IMS, sheet metal fabrication is our specialty! We take [...]

Benefits and Limitations of Sheet Metal Fabrication

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Metal has been hammered into sheets and used for a [...]

What is Sheet Metal Fabrication?

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Christmas 2019 – Samaritan’s Purse Shoeboxes

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Each year at Christmas, IMS asks a different department to [...]

IMS Production Floor Expansion

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As our customer base increases and the demand for vertical [...]

SAECO Golf Charity Tournament

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Technical Glossary: Decoding Manufacturing

From industry-specific terms to technical jargon, get quick, clear definitions to enhance your understanding and communication in the world of advanced manufacturing:

CNC Machining

The use of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) systems to automate the control of machining tools such as drills, lathes, and mills.

Dielectric Testing

A non-destructive testing method to measure a material’s insulation properties.

EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining)

A machining method primarily used for hard metals or those that would be impossible to machine with traditional techniques.

Electro-Mechanical Assembly

Combining electrical and mechanical components into a functional system.

Encapsulation

A process of covering or protecting components with a casing or with a substance that provides isolation or protection from the environment.

FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis)

A step-by-step approach for identifying all possible failures in a design, a manufacturing or assembly process, or a product or service.

JIT (Just-In-Time) Production

An inventory strategy to increase efficiency and decrease waste by receiving goods only as needed.

Lean Manufacturing

A systematic method for waste minimization within a manufacturing system without sacrificing productivity.

PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly)

The process of soldering electronic components to a printed circuit board.

Six Sigma

A set of techniques and tools for process improvement aimed at reducing variability and defects.

Surface Mount Technology (SMT)

A method for producing electronic circuits in which components are mounted directly onto the surface of PCBs.

Through-Hole Technology (THT)

A mounting scheme involving the insertion of component leads through holes drilled in PCBs and soldering to pads on the opposite side.

Wave Soldering

A process where solder is applied to electronic board assemblies in a waveform to attach metal components to the PCB.

BGA

Ball grid array

Profile

The temperature profile indicates the times and temperatures that a board is exposed to during reflow. The ideal profile is identified in data sheets and is controlled by the zone temperatures and belt speed of the oven.