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The American economy runs on products that most people overlook all the time. That does not make them any less important. Cars, electronics, and oil – these are items they often use or see. People rarely think about the kinds of manufactured goods that are used to build, display, clean, or maintain other goods, but […]

D+M Metal Products has both the experience and the expertise to produce a large variety of large weldments for our clients. We’ve highlighted some of our weldment projects before, specifically our sculpture work. Here we will define what large weldments are and what the challenges are in steel weldment fabrication services. What Are Large Weldments? […]

When people think of metal fabrication, they generally think of processes like cutting, welding, and forming sheets of metal. For most parts, the fabrication process doesn’t end there, however. Metal finishing services improve products’ functionality, durability, and aesthetics. In this blog we will explain what happens to parts during the finishing process and how D+M […]

D+M Metal is located in the Grand Rapids area of West Michigan which has been nationally known as a furniture making hub for over 140 years. We are proud to contribute to the tradition of making office furniture. Furniture City History Grand Rapids rather serendipitously became the center of furniture making in America. Other cities […]

In metal fabrication, hole placement might seem like a minor detail, but it can have a major impact on part performance, manufacturability, and overall cost. Whether holes are used for fasteners, alignment, wiring, or airflow, their location must be carefully considered during the design and fabrication process. Poor hole placement can lead to weak parts, […]

Many fabricated metal parts include bends that allow flat sheet metal to form brackets, enclosures, supports, and other structural components. One important concept involved in bending sheet metal is bend radius, which describes the inside curvature of the metal at the bend. Understanding bend radius helps explain how sheet metal parts are formed and why […]

Investing in a fabricated metal part is about more than paying for cutting, bending, and welding. It is a decision about how that part will perform over time. The material selected at the start of a project affects strength, corrosion resistance, weight, cost, and overall longevity. At D&M Metal, we often see material selection become […]

A magical time of the year is just around the corner – maple sugaring time! Very soon it will be time to tap the trees so the sap can flow and we can begin the process of making maple syrup and maple candy. What do you know about maple sugar production in Michigan? Bob Buist, […]

There are many processes involved in metal fabrication. We’ve talked about a number of them, including welding, laser cutting, blanking, and the post-fabrication processes involved in finishing. D+M Metal is proud of our experienced staff and the equipment we have invested in to extend our capabilities. Bending or press brake forming is another skill we […]

Waste is one of the biggest hidden cost drivers in metal fabrication. Scrap material, rework, and extra handling all add cost, often without anyone noticing right away. While some waste is unavoidable, much of it can be reduced with better planning and clearer decisions early on. For OEMs and manufacturers, reducing waste isn’t just about […]

At D+M Metal Products, we’re proud to have partnered with many talented artists to help bring their metal artwork and sculptures to life. While most of our work focuses on small, precision parts for OEMs, we also apply our fabrication expertise to large-scale art installations. We love seeing our efforts become part of the local […]

D+M’s blanking capabilities are essential for the many metal fabrication processes we perform for our customers. Our blanking equipment includes: shears, CNC turret punch presses, laser cutting and machining. If you have questions about blanking, what it entails, and what its benefits are, we will cover that in this blog.  What Is Blanking?  Blanking is […]