Without structural steel fabrication methods and technology, it can be greatly impossible to erect buildings and unique architecture. Steel fabricators fabricate and assemble these components from the ground up. To do this, they use three general processes, which you can learn more about below.
Cutting
Cutting structural steel fabrication is the process of cutting the steel to the desired size. It is typically done using a gas-powered torch or an electric arc to cut through metal. The steps for cutting structural steel fabrication are measuring and marking the cut line and cutting the steel using a torch and saw. Some fabricators use shearing machines as an alternative to torch and saw cutting methods.
Bending
This is the process of shaping a material such as steel by deforming it into the desired shape. It is accomplished by compressing the material in opposite directions to increase its length and reduce its thickness. Another method to achieve this is by compressing the material in one direction only to produce an object of greater length than thickness. The two principal techniques are known as "bending" and "drawing."
An example of bending in structural steel fabrication is when a steel sheet is bent around the edge of a circle to form a tube.
Assembling
This process involves the forming and welding of parts and pieces of metal to create structural steel. Assembly lines are the most efficient way of producing structural steel. It allows for a continuous workflow where each worker can specialize in one specific task, such as aligning pieces or fitting nuts and bolts.
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