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Sheet Metal Gauge Chart: Understanding Gauge Numbers and Thickness

Sheet Metal Gauge Chart Explained: Metal Thickness, Gauge Numbers, and Conversion Guide When people talk about sheet metal, they often describe how thick it is using something called a gauge (sometimes spelled gage). To make it [...]


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Punch Multiple Holes in Aluminum Extrusions. All at Once!

Multi-hole Punch Aluminum Extrusions If your business designs or manufactures outdoor lighting systems, permanent holiday light channels, or architectural LED tracks, you know how time-consuming drilling each hole can be. With Punch [...]


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The Fastest Way to Notch Sheet Metal Corners

Heavy-Duty Corner Notcher for Sheet Metal Fabrication When it comes to fabricating sheet metal—whether you’re making pans, boxes, enclosures, or custom parts—clean and accurate corner notches make all the difference. [...]


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Your Trusted Punch Supplier for Punch & Die Tooling

Your Trusted Punch Supplier for Punch & Die Tooling – Punch Tools When precision matters, quality tooling makes all the difference. At Punch Tools, we specialize in delivering top-quality punches & dies [...]


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Upgrade Your Louver Dies - Press Brake Single Louver Tool by Punch Tools

Precision Louver Dies for Press Brakes: Meet the Single Louver Tool from Punch Tools In the world of metal fabrication, precision, efficiency, and durability are everything. Whether you're in HVAC, electrical [...]


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Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication in Vancouver

Punch Tools: Custom Punching & Tooling Solutions in Vancouver, BC When precision matters, Punch Tools delivers. Based in Coquitlam, BC, just outside Vancouver, Punch Tools is a Canadian leader in metal stamping, custom tooling, [...]


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Clean Corners, Zero Fuss: The Punch Tools Corner Rounder Explained

Clean Corners, Zero Fuss: Why Fabricators Love the Punch Tools Corner Rounder Sharp metal corners are often a safety hazard — and a finishing headache. Whether you're working on sheet metal enclosures, signage, [...]


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Precision Surface Grinding

Surface Grinding Services: Achieving Precision and Smooth Finishes In manufacturing, precision and smooth finishes are crucial, especially when working with materials that demand tight tolerances and flawless surface [...]


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5 Essential Machines for High-Volume Metal Punching Production

When it comes to high-speed, high-volume metal hole punching, efficiency and precision are key. Manufacturers in aluminum extrusion, HVAC, and metal fabrication rely on the right machinery to stay competitive. Among the best options is the Pneumatic Multi-Station Punch Press — an air-powered [...]


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Metal Stamping VS Laser Cutting

Metal Stamping vs. Laser Cutting: Which is Right for Your Project? When it comes to manufacturing precision metal parts, two of the most popular methods are metal stamping and laser cutting. Both technologies are widely used across [...]


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Louvered Air Vent Grilles & Covers

Precision Metal Stamping for Louvered Air Vent Grilles & Covers When it comes to air distribution systems in commercial, industrial, and residential environments, louvered air vent grilles and covers play a crucial role. Behind every [...]


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Small Hole EDM

Small Hole EDM Drilling Services | Fast Hole & Hole Popping by Punch Tools Small Hole EDM Drilling, also known as Fast Hole EDM or Hole Popping, is a high-precision method for drilling [...]


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