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What is Sheet Metal Fabrication? Sheet metal fabrication refers to transforming flat metal sheets into shapes and structures. Rather than looking at it as a single process, the sheet metal processing methods involve using a collection of forming techniques, working in tandem, and producing the required part.  Metal fabrication  is used extensively in the automotive, aerospace, and construction industries. Sheet metal manufacturing works with a range of metals. Some of these include: Stainless steel:  Used for its strength and resistance to corrosion Cold-rolled and hot-rolled steel:  Both of these are easily formed, but cold-rolled has a smoother finish and tighter size tolerances Aluminum:  A lightweight metal with exceptional strength-to-weight ratio Copper and brass:  These metals are easy to work with and look good in a fabrication Your choice of metal will be determined by the end product and what you expect from it. What are the Steps in the Sheet Metal Fabrication Process? After

 SHEET METAL PROJCET SHEET METAL TOOL TRAY Introduction: Sheet Metal Tool Tray   Download the project HERE Sheet metal Project These tool trays are great to have around the house or workshop. They also work great to hold small bolts and parts in the shop. step further after you make a tool tray, try designing a full tool box for this Step 1: Tools, Materials, and Parts List   Tool/Equipment List ·          Ruler ·          Try Square ·          Scratch Awl ·          Aviation Shears ·          Foot Shear (optional) ·          Sheet Metal Brake ·          Hammer ·          Anvil/Solid Surface ·          Spot Welder (Alternative: Power Drill and Pop Rivets) ·          Tape Measure Material List ·          Sheet Metal ( I used 22 Gauge) ·          Layout Fluid (optional) ·          Emery Cloth/Sand Paper ·          Spray Paint Parts to Make ·          1 - Tray ·          2 - Ends ·          1 - Handle Step 2: Planning