Cutting & Preparation

Safe and efficient methods for cutting, grinding, and preparing metal materials for fabrication and installation.

G4020 red metal-cutting mitre bandsaw on a black wheeled stand

G4020 Mitre Bandsaw for Wider Stock and Opposing Angles

When a job calls for wide box section and mitres in both directions, check the saw’s capacity at each angle before you buy. The G4020 Metal-Cutting Mitre Bandsaw is a floor-standing option for fabrication and maintenance shops that regularly prepare tube, bar and profiles. The G4020 features a 1.1 kW motor, a handwheel vise and

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G4017 red mitre bandsaw with handwheel vise and black pedestal stand

G4017 Mitre Bandsaw for Gates, Railings and Workshop Fabrication

A clean fit-up begins at the saw. If you regularly cut box section for gate frames, round tube for railings or bar for brackets, the G4017 gives your shop a dedicated station for getting parts ready to tack. The floor-standing G4017 Metal-Cutting Mitre Bandsaw pairs a swivelling saw head with a handwheel vise. Set the

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Illustration of a fabricator checking a clamped steel frame corner with a square before welding

How to Avoid Costly Welding Fit-Up Mistakes: The Ultimate Guide

A gate can have beautiful welds and still refuse to close properly. Likewise, a railing can appear straight on the fabrication table but arrive on site with base plates that do not align with the mounting points.

In many cases, the problem did not begin with the welding. It began with an inaccurate measurement, a poorly set saw, an incorrect cut, or parts that were not properly aligned before tacking. This is why welding fit-up deserves the same attention as the finished weld.

Precise cutting and accurate welding fit-up establish the dimensions, alignment, and joint conditions required for successful fabrication. When these early stages are handled correctly, welding becomes more consistent, finishing becomes easier, and installation becomes more predictable.

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How to Cut Rebar Safely in Tight Spaces (Without Ruining the Concrete)

Few things are more frustrating during an installation than discovering rebar right where your faucet, sink, or fixture needs to go. Rebar is designed to reinforce concrete, but when it’s poorly positioned or sitting in a critical spot, it can bring your entire project to a halt. This exact challenge recently came up during a consulting

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