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Why Manufacturing Is Important to the Economy

Overall, manufacturing is an essential element of our economy, and we can see its reach spreading into almost every other industry. Keep reading to discover why manufacturing is important to the economy and how it affects millions of people and industries.

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How to Determine a Good Weld vs. Bad Weld

As a welding professional, it is essential to understand the characteristics of both a good and bad weld. We are breaking down the ways you can differentiate a good weld from a bad one and some of the typical causes for common defects.

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5 Ways to Reduce Manufacturing Costs

Navigating production costs and labor costs requires the right strategy to help you streamline your workflow, save money and optimize output quality. If you want to learn how to reduce manufacturing costs, keep some top industry recommendations in mind.

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Aluminum vs. Steel Patio Furniture

Metal is the most durable material for crafting outdoor furniture, and steel and aluminum are two of the metals used most often. In this article, we’ll cover features such as the weight, durability and corrosion resistance of aluminum versus steel to outline how each one fares as outdoor furniture.

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How to weld aluminum

How to Weld Aluminum

Welding aluminum comes with a unique set of challenges you do not experience when welding other metals like sheet metal or stainless steel. However, there are many methods you can use to get your project done, and if you follow the appropriate steps, you will be able to weld aluminum cleanly and easily.

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What is Metal Fabrication?

What Is Metal Fabrication?

Metal fabrication is a process that creates structures or products by assembling, bending or cutting metal material. Let’s explore the three phases of the metal fabrication process.

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Our Engineering Process

As a full-service manufacturer, PBZ provides essential services for every step of product creation. Our engineering process includes detailed plans and advanced modeling to combine your vision with our manufacturing strategies.

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steel industry trends

Steel Industry Trends

The cost of steel is always fluctuating, and there are multiple reasons why. Understanding the reasoning behind steel price changes allows you to plan ahead based on pricing projections.

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Advantages of 3D Laser Cutting

Advantages of 3D Laser Cutting

The 3D laser cutting process is a top choice for automotive, aerospace, electronics and other engineering applications that require complex parts to be manufactured at high production rates. Compared to traditional cutting methods, 3D laser cutting is significantly more efficient.

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Custom Manufacturing vs. Mass Production

Custom Manufacturing vs. Mass Production

Production processes fall into two main categories — custom manufacturing and mass production. Read on to learn about the similarities and differences between these two processes and how PBZ Manufacturing offers high-quality manufacturing solutions that give you the best of both worlds.

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Powder Coating Vs Painting

Powder Coating Vs. Painting

Two of the most common options for putting a finishing coat on metal products are powder coating and liquid painting. Keep reading to learn about the advantages of powder coating vs. paint and which one is better for your application.

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MIG vs TIG Welding

MIG vs. TIG Welding

If you ever wondered what the difference is between MIG and TIG welding, this guide will cover everything you need to know.

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Benefits of Contract Manufacturing

Five Benefits of Contract Manufacturing

Contract manufacturing is of vital interest to countless businesses and industries that are searching for answers to how to reduce supply chain costs. Essentially, a contract manufacturing provider offers full-service custom manufacturing, ranging from design and engineering to production, finishing, assembling and shipping for a seamless end-to-end process.

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8 Ways to Stay Cool While Welding

Maintaining a comfortable working environment for all employees is an important consideration for your job shop throughout the year. A job shop can be an uncomfortably hot place.

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