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The latest manufacturing trends and news for wire baskets, wire forming, wire racks, carts, metal bracket, sheet metal, and more.

5 Things You Need to Know About Food-Grade Stainless Steel

For sanitary food handling applications, stainless steel is a popular material choice. Not only can food-grade stainless steel stand up to

5 Steps to Follow for Optimal Medical Parts Cleaning

In the medical equipment manufacturing and healthcare provider industries, sanitation is an ever-present concern. Any contaminants,

What is Sheet Metal Stamping and How Does It Work?

When most people hear the word “stamping,” their first thought is either postage, or someone dipping a rubber stamp in ink to leave a mark on some kind of document. However, for manufacturers, stamping has a very different meaning, one that brings to

4 Best Sheet Metal Punching Strategies

Sheet metal fabrication is a major part of Marlin’s custom basket manufacturing process. Many of Marlin’s custom wire baskets feature custom-cut and

How Custom Wire Baskets Can Improve Food Processing Product Flow

In the food product manufacturing industry, product flow is crucial. Not only does an inefficient product flow waste time, it can

Aerospace Grade Stainless Steel Baskets for Washing Small Parts

Many of the most critical parts in an aerospace industry product are incredibly small. These tiny components have to be able to meet

How to Make a Tight-Tolerance Aluminum Hinge

For many of the custom wire and sheet metal forms that Marlin Steel creates, parts tolerances are a major issue. Being able to consistently meet a specified size and shape for parts is crucial for ensuring smooth use of automation and preventing parts

ABC News Interviews Marlin CEO about U.S.-China Trade War

In a recent tweet, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that he had a, “Very good telephone conversation with President Xi of China” and that he would be having an extended meeting with him at the