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How to Share 3D Models for Sheet Metal Assemblies: A Quick Guide
Supplying models can be a point of frustration for many of our clients requesting sheet metal fabrication services. We get it. But as a shop that provides these services, we know there are huge benefits to using models correctly. We have a whole series of blog posts dedicated to different aspects of this topic: When to provide 2D vs. 3D models The value of 3D models in sheet metal fabrication How CAD files streamline [...]
Considerations for NEMA-Rated and UL-Listed Enclosures
Fabricating custom enclosures is one of our specialties at Ameritex. We’re a UL 508a-certified shop with a line of UL-listed enclosures. We can also self-certify custom metal fabrications that meet the criteria for a particular National Electrical Manufacturer Association (NEMA) rating. However, one common misconception is that as a UL-certified shop, we can list any enclosure quickly and easily. Here, we’ll explain the UL testing and approval process and review your options when you [...]
6 Ways Ameritex Is Improving Lead Times
“Custom metal fabrications in a fraction of the time.” We pride ourselves on being the fastest custom fabrication option for our customers. That’s why when you visit Ameritex’s homepage,that line is the first thing you’ll see. We’d be lying if we said it was easy. Due to challenges like the pandemic and our own rapid growth, we’ve occasionally struggled in recent years to keep our lead times where we want them. But rather than [...]
4 Ways Ameritex Supports Assembly and Integration Teams
We like to make customers' lives easier whenever we can. One way we do that is by supporting customers’ assembly and integration teams with simple solutions that streamline their internal processes. Something as effortless as strategically packaging parts can make a world of difference when it comes time for customers to build their sheet metal assemblies. We’re always happy to have a conversation with you about our approach to your project. Here are four [...]
How Cobots Are Enhancing Our Metal Fabrication Services
The future is here, and Ameritex is eager to take advantage of innovative technologies that improve the quality and efficiency of our metal fabrication services. Cobots—collaborative robots designed to work with humans in a shared environment—have taken the manufacturing world by storm. So we couldn’t resist installing one of our own. 3 Benefits of Using Cobots in Our Welding Department Cobots have many applications in manufacturing but are commonly used for repetitive tasks like [...]
Introducing Fast Lane Parts at Ameritex
Need your custom fabrications faster than ever before? As part of our commitment to getting customers their orders in record time, Ameritex is excited to announce a new service we’re calling Fast Lane Parts. We’ve been working with our partners at BeehiveFund to build out this offering so that we can reduce lead times on low-volume, low-complexity sheet metal parts. We currently offer a 3-5 day standard lead time for all [...]
Copper Fabrication and Machining: 4 Reasons to Work with Ameritex
Copper fabrication and machining: yes, we do it! Ameritex has worked with copper for as far back as we can remember. But many customers don’t realize we provide copper fabrication and machining services until they take a shop tour and see the copper projects we’re working on. It’s time to demystify one of our best-kept secrets with a little show and tell. First, we’ll tell you what makes us a great copper machining and [...]
The Advantages of Rolla V Dies for Sheet Metal Bending
Ameritex invests in not only world-class equipment but also the best tooling to use that equipment to its fullest potential. Just recently, we acquired our first set of Rolla V dies for our press brakes. Although our selection is small for now, we intend to grow the range of die sizes we offer to meet customer demand. Punches and Dies: Understanding Press Brake Tooling Press brakes leverage two sets of tools—punches on [...]
Ameritex Partners with Lone Star College to Provide Free Manufacturing Training to Employees
Ameritex is excited to share that we are entering into an agreement with Lone Star College to develop a training curriculum and formal manufacturing training classes accessible to all our employees. This partnership will give employees the opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of our precision sheet metal fabrication shop and receive thorough training at our neighboring Lone Star campus here in Conroe, Texas. When approved, this program will offer free training [...]
6 Considerations for Sound Attenuated Enclosures
Generators, pumps, and other industrial applications involving a large engine share one notable commonality: they are loud. Products that operate for extended periods at over 70 decibels often require a sound attenuated enclosure, which not only protects equipment but also shields the surrounding environment from harmful sound waves. Ameritex supports customers who provide “engineered to order” products to their end user with project based orders from quantity of one to several hundred enclosures. These [...]