Block Tolerances

Laser Cutting

Laser cutting is well-suited for mild steel (including pre-plated steels like galvanized steel), stainless steel, and aluminum. Fiber optic laser cutting is the best choice for non-ferrous metals like brass and copper.

Please note that laser tolerances below apply only while the part is in a flat state. Additional processes, such as forming, may require additional tolerance.

Waterjet Cutting

Materials that are too thick, or not conducive for laser cutting often fit well with waterjet cutting. A major advantage of waterjet cutting is that it does not produce Heat Affected Zones (HAZ).

Please note that water jet tolerances below apply only while the part is in a flat state. Additional processes, such as forming, may require additional tolerance.

Forming

CNC forming is a highly efficient and repeatable means of bending raw metal into parts through applied force. Forming is used in a wide variety of industries, including aerospace, automotive, architectural, construction, lighting, agricultural, machinery, and solar.

For Materials Up To 1/8″ Thick

For Materials Up To 1/2″ Thick

Weldments

Welding is a metal fabrication process that joins metal components by using high heat to melt the base pieces together. After cooling, the two components are fused.