by Prototech Laser | May 7, 2026 | Laser Cutting Services, Metal Fabrication Services
Hardware insertion is one of those steps that looks simple until they go wrong. A part comes off the laser perfectly. The bends look clean. Then the assembly starts, and someone realizes there’s no good way to bolt it together. Now you’re welding nuts, chasing...
by Prototech Laser | Apr 2, 2026 | Laser Cutting Services, Metal Fabrication Services
After years of emphasizing four-year college degrees as the preferred path, more people are beginning to recognize the value of skilled trades. Metal fabrication and laser cutting are among the trades that are seeing a strong demand. Why? They offer a range of...
by Prototech Laser | Feb 12, 2026 | Laser Cutting Services, Metal Fabrication Services
Walk through any metal fabrication shop, and you will hear the same quiet complaint: material is expensive, and it is getting harder to predict. When quotes feel tight and lead times matter, one of the biggest levers is not a new machine or a new alloy. It is the...
by Prototech Laser | Jan 15, 2026 | Laser Cutting Services, Metal Fabrication Services
In fabrication shops where tolerances are tight and cosmetic finishes matter, forming ultra-thin gauges demands experience, precision tooling, and a methodical approach. Here’s a look at the key difficulties and the best practices that help overcome them. What...
by Prototech Laser | Nov 6, 2025 | Laser Cutting Services, Metal Fabrication Services
Exotic alloys like titanium, Inconel and duplex stainless steel are indispensable in modern manufacturing. These materials provide exceptional strength, corrosion resistance and performance under extreme conditions. However, their very properties also make them...
