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

Ways the Government Can Promote New Exports and Manufacturing Jobs

Fun fact: while the U.S. is one of the most populous nations in the world, sitting at the #3 spot behind China and India, only about 5 percent of the world’s consumer population is located within the U.S.

Designing with Sheet Metal: How Tight Can You Make a Bend?

Making a custom metal form using sheet metal is a surprisingly delicate process. To get the best results, a design engineer has to account

What is the LEADS Act, and How Does it Affect Manufacturers?

In many ways, technology has made our everyday lives easier than ever. For example, we are now able to communicate with people on the other side of the planet in mere moments using satellite communications relays. This allows businesses to get a

Just What Does it Take to Run an IDEAL Welding Machine?

The world of manufacturing has been forever changed.

What Fracking Means for U.S. Manufacturing

In the energy sector, the term “fracking” is a controversial one. The term typically refers to the shale gas boom, which uses high-pressure injections of water, sand, and chemicals into shale deposits to force the oil and natural gas in the rock

5 Questions to Ask Your Custom Parts Manufacturer Before Buying

When you’re ordering custom parts from an outside manufacturer, you know that your own company’s ability to meet deadlines and produce a

What is the Difference Between 301 & 304 Stainless Steel?

When making custom wire baskets for materials handling, parts washing, or any other application,

Marlin Steel’s Training Program Featured in America’s Moment

In any business, it takes a team of workers who are both skilled and motivated to ensure success. Without the right skills and motivation, workers simply cannot or will not create the kind of top-notch results that are needed for a business to