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New guides and practical ideas

Explore 10 original articles created for Figtek Fabrication readers.

Design Guide

Designing Fabricated Enclosures for Fast Service Access

A new practical guide to design covers and enclosures that technicians can open, inspect and reassemble efficiently.

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Process Selection

Bend Lines or Welded Corners? Choosing a Construction Strategy

A new practical guide to choose between folded construction and welded assemblies for sheet parts.

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Project Planning

How to Prepare a Small-Batch Fabrication Production Brief

A new practical guide to give a fabricator enough information to quote and manufacture a short run accurately.

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Materials

Designing Fabricated Parts for Weather Exposure

A new practical guide to plan outdoor parts around water, ultraviolet light, temperature and maintenance.

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Assembly

Threaded Inserts and Fasteners for Reusable Sheet Assemblies

A new practical guide to select joining methods for parts that must be opened and closed repeatedly.

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Quality

Building a Dimensional Inspection Plan for Custom Parts

A new practical guide to identify which dimensions should be measured and how results should be recorded.

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Logistics

Designing Fabricated Products for Flat-Pack Delivery

A new practical guide to reduce freight volume while keeping assembly clear and reliable.

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Engineering

Heat Management in Plastic and Metal Enclosures

A new practical guide to control heat around equipment without compromising guards or appearance.

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Production

When a Jig Pays Off in Repeat Fabrication

A new practical guide to decide when an assembly or drilling jig will improve repeatability enough to justify its cost.

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Documentation

Handover Documents That Make Fabricated Products Easier to Own

A new practical guide to prepare useful records for installation, maintenance and future reorders.

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