Insights

Notes on sheet metal design, analysis and fabrication.

Practical articles from the SMDE engineering team on getting sheet-metal parts right: from bend allowances and FEM to nesting, buildability and material efficiency.

The first articles are on their way.

We are preparing practical guides on the questions clients ask us most. In the meantime, if you have a sheet-metal question, send it to us and we will be happy to help.

Coming soon

  • DesignBend allowance and K-factor: getting flat patterns right first time
  • AnalysisWhen a hand calculation is enough, and when you need FEM
  • FabricationDesigning brackets for the press brake, not just the load
  • SustainabilityThickness optimisation: the easiest carbon saving in sheet metal

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