Sheet metal parts are used in our everyday life and in industry in a wide range of applications. In order for these manufactured sheet metal parts to be used interoperably, they must comply with certain accuracy standards and machining limits. These refer to specific parameters and tolerances with respect to width, length, thickness and geometric tolerances. The specifications must be taken into account when manufacturing sheet metal parts. The following examines various standards and limits in detail.

There is the uniform movement wherein a body moves at the same speed at all times, and is neither accelerated nor decelerated.

Non-uniform movement occurs when the speed or direction of a body changes during the movement process, which can lead to acceleration or deceleration. There are two cases: uniform acceleration and non-uniform acceleration.

Pipe fittings are used to securely connect pipes, tubes, and hoses. They are used in pneumatics as well as in hydraulics and other fluid-carrying systems. However, suitable fittings and adapters are also available for pipes under vacuum. As an important component of these systems, it is essential that pipe fittings reliably and securely connect the components to be connected and permanently prevent liquids or gases from entering or exiting. This article introduces different types of pipe fittings and their ideal uses, and will help you choose the best pipe fitting for your application

Linear shafts perform demanding tasks in industrial applications: They permit precise and repeatable linear movements under high mechanical loads. To meet these requirements, proper material selection, hardening, and surface treatment is critical. All of these factors directly affect the service life, precision and performance of a linear shaft. This article introduces these three aspects and highlights their dependencies so you can select the best linear shaft for your application.

Ball bearings and other rolling bearings are installed in numerous machines. The installed bearings transfer the radial or axial forces that occur to the machine housing and thus permit the use of various moving components. The forces that occur and the resulting load in the bearing must already be determined during the design process. The load distribution in the bearing and the matching contact point geometry is crucial for the expected service life, function and efficiency of the bearing. In this article, we will look at the load exerted on a rolling bearing and how contact surface geometry affects load distribution in the rolling bearing.

Controlled environments such as cleanrooms are essential to maintaining product quality, safety and standards in many industries. In semiconductor manufacturing, for example, even the smallest particles can damage the sensitive surfaces or lead to undesirable chemical reactions. But what defines a cleanroom? What conditions must be met and what classes are there? And what cleanroom technology can be used to implement cleanrooms? The following article introduces the concept of cleanroom in more detail, including addressing these questions and standards worldwide.

Stainless steel is a material that is difficult to machine. Machining entails a risk of cold tempering. In addition, machining errors can create attack surfaces for corrosion. The following article answers the frequently asked question "Can stainless steel rust?", provides an overview of problems during machining, various machining methods and selection criteria for the correct tool for machining stainless steel.

Electrostatic discharge can be a problem in the manufacturing environment: the hazards range from damage to sensitive components to fire and explosion hazards. There are a variety of options for minimizing its occurrence. Antistatic or ESD materials are one of them. The following article covers causes for electrostatic charge, introduces antistatic materials (ESD materials), and describes general principles for avoiding electrostatic discharge.