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

How Does Marlin's Sheet Metal Fabrication Work?

One common question that other companies have about Marlin Steel is “How does your sheet metal fabrication process work and what techniques do you use?” This is an important question for many manufacturers because the sheet metal fabrication

Stainless Steel Mesh Baskets for Aircraft Parts Cleaning

Not long ago, an aircraft parts manufacturer reached out to the Marlin Steel team for a heavy-duty aircraft parts cleaning basket that could:

How the Trade War Between US and China Impacts American Businesses

The economic tensions between the US and China have sparked a trade war between the two nations—and it’s affecting American businesses. For years, Marlin Steel has fought against unfair trading practices used by Chinese companies. In fact, when

What’s the Difference Between Standard vs. Flattened Expanded Metal?

Expanded metal baskets are useful for heavyweight custom parts washing applications because they combine some of the best traits of wire baskets and sheet

Stackable, Flipping Ultrasonic Cleaning Baskets for Sterile Bottles

Cleaning bottles can be a challenge for an ultrasonic cleaning process. To get the best results, the cleaning fluid needs to get in

Marlin Steel in The Washington Post for its Transformation

If you’re a long-time subscriber to Marlin’s blog, odds are that you’ve heard about the story “From Bagels to Boeing” at least once. Many years ago, when Marlin was

Two-Tiered Hoist-Compatible Custom Ultrasonic Parts Cleaning Basket

In many cases, ultrasonic parts cleaning processes are used on very small, delicate parts with strict surface condition requirements. However, not

4 Benefits of Using Expanded Metal Baskets

When creating a custom parts washing or materials handling basket, there are many different design factors to consider. Some important considerations include: