Al6061 vs Al5052 vs Al7075 — Which Aluminium for Your Part?
The three most common aluminium alloys have very different machinability, weldability, and strength profiles. Here's how to choose.
Read →
The Complete DXF File Checklist for Laser Cutting
Bad files are the number one reason orders get delayed. This guide walks through every DXF setting — layers, line types, units, closed paths — so your file manufactures perfectly on the first attempt.
Read article →
How to Calculate Bend Deductions for Sheet Metal in SolidWorks
K-factor, bend deduction, bend allowance — demystified. Includes a downloadable table for common materials and thicknesses.
Read →
Powder Coating vs Wet Paint vs Anodizing — The Honest Comparison
Not all finishes are equal for every application. We break down durability, cost, lead time, and ideal use cases for each.
Read →
When to Use Waterjet Instead of Laser Cutting
Laser can't cut everything. Carbon fibre, titanium, ceramics, and thick hardened steel are all waterjet territory. Here's the full decision tree.
Read →Designing Inside Corners for CNC Machining: The Dog-Bone Trick
Milling tools can't cut a perfect interior corner. Here's how to design around it with dog-bone fillets without affecting your part function.
Read →FYORD Crosses 500 Orders — What We Learned About India's Hardware Makers
A look at the most common materials ordered, average quantities, most requested finishes, and the most frequent DFM issues we've caught.
Read →