Atlas Tech Talks

In sheet metal design, progressive ribs (also known as strengthening ribs) are raised or embossed features formed into a panel to significantly increase its rigidity and resistance to bending without adding excessive weight​. By adding depth and contour to what would otherwise be a flat sheet, ribs greatly improve the panel’s moment of inertia –…

Threading in sheet metal fabrication is crucial for secure and reliable assembly. Traditional methods like captive fasteners are effective but require time-consuming secondary operations. At Atlas Manufacturing, we’re advancing efficiency with our extrude and tap process, which integrates threading directly into the fabrication workflow. Let’s dive into how this process delivers precision, speed, and cost savings.…

Welcome to Atlas Tech Talks, a series dedicated to sharing insights, best practices, and technical know-how from the world of sheet metal fabrication. In each post, we dive into specific techniques and considerations that help achieve the highest quality in metal processing. Today’s topic explores edge protection for galvanized sheet steel—a crucial factor in industries…