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Answers, downloads and the terms engineers use when specifying fabricated parts.
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Equipment list
  • Pull-type mandrel tube benders× 2
  • Wiedemann C2500 & C3000× 3
  • Cincinnati CNC press brakes× 4
  • Bliss punch presses× 6
  • HAAS CNC vertical mills× 3
  • Cut-off saws× 2
01FAQs

Questions, answered.

What services does Right Manufacturing offer?

Precision metal fabrication and forming: sheet metal, tube bending, welding and assembly. Also material sourcing, prototyping, hardware integration and scalable production, with finishing through sister company Action Powder Coating.

What industries do you serve?

Medical, automotive / off road, industrial, military, architectural / construction, and indoor and outdoor decorative metal work.

What materials do you work with?

Aluminum alloys, carbon steel and stainless steel, in sheet and tube. Each material is chosen for strength, formability and the application, and the team checks that material and design specification are compatible.

Can I request a custom prototype before production?

Yes. Prototype development validates designs and tests function before full production. Prototypes get the same attention to precision as large orders, and select prototypes and rush orders can turn in 48 hours.

How do I get started with a project?

Start a project online or contact the team directly with technical drawings and requirements. Right reviews your specifications and returns a detailed quote and timeline.

Is aluminum stronger than steel?

Steel is usually stronger, but aluminum is lighter and resists corrosion well. Right recommends aluminum where weight matters and steel for heavy-duty strength.

How do I pick a metal for my project?

It depends on how the part is used, the stress it handles and the finish it needs. Right's team helps match the metal to the job.

What is tube bending used for?

Shaping metal tubing into curves or angles without cutting the tube. It's common in automotive, furniture, medical carts and industrial equipment.

What's the difference between tube forming and tube bending?

Tube forming often changes the tube's shape or diameter, such as expanding, reducing or flaring. Bending just curves it.

Is tube bending better than welding joints for frames?

In many cases, yes. Bending avoids seams and can improve strength and appearance, though the best choice depends on the structure.

How long does it take to bend and process tubing?

It depends on complexity and quantity. Simple jobs can be same-day or next-day in some cases, and select prototypes and rush orders can turn in 48 hours. Right confirms timing once specs are reviewed.

What is sheet metal used for?

Enclosures, brackets, panels and covers across construction, automotive, appliances, HVAC and electronics.

Is sheet metal good for outdoor projects?

Yes. Stainless steel or properly finished steel holds up well to moisture and weather.

Can sheet metal be powder coated?

Yes. Powder coating and Cerakote are available through sister company Action Powder Coating.

How long does sheet metal work take?

Lead times depend on complexity, material availability and finish. Right provides an estimate once the design is reviewed.

What's the difference between MIG, TIG and spot welding?

MIG is quick and clean for structural welds. TIG gives more detailed control for visible or thin work. Spot welding joins overlapping sheet without filler.

How long does welding take?

It depends on the job. Right gives a time estimate before work starts.

Is fabrication different from welding?

Yes. Fabrication is the full process of building a part from metal. Welding is one step that joins the pieces.

What is hardware in metal fabrication?

The mechanical parts that connect, secure or support metal structures: fasteners, hinges, latches, brackets and other small components.

Standard or custom hardware?

It depends on the project. Some parts work with off-the-shelf hardware, while unique shapes or loads may need custom components. Right reviews your specs to decide.

What's the difference between hardware and structural parts?

Hardware is the smaller connecting pieces. Structural parts are the main load-bearing sections.

Who performs finishing?

Action Powder Coating (APC), Right's sister company and partner of 35 years, also located in the heart of San Diego's industrial complex.

Can you handle high-volume coating?

Yes. APC's automatic conveyor line is built for high-volume products, with batch application for larger units and smaller volumes.

02Glossary

Fabrication terms, defined.

Mandrel tube bending
Bending tube around a die while an internal mandrel supports the wall, so the tube keeps its shape through tighter bends.
3D bending
Bends in more than one plane on a single part: tube or channel rotated between bends to create multi-plane geometry.
Plane of bend
The rotational orientation of each bend relative to the previous one. Controlling it keeps 3D parts repeatable.
Pressure die assist
A pressure die that pushes the tube forward during bending to help control the wall through the bend.
Pipe vs. tube
Pipe is identified by inside diameter plus wall (schedule). Tube is identified by outside diameter plus wall (gauge).
CNC turret punch
A CNC machine that punches holes, slots and shapes into flat sheet from a turret of interchangeable tools.
CNC press brake
A hydraulic press that drives die-sets into flat sheet to form bends, radii and curls. CNC controls sequence, pressure, dwell and part position.
MIG welding
Wire-fed arc welding: fast, strong welds for structural and production work.
TIG welding
Tungsten arc welding with a separately fed filler rod, giving detailed control for visible, thin or stainless and aluminum work.
Spot welding
Resistance welding that joins overlapping sheet at discrete points without filler metal.
Powder coating
A dry powder applied to prepared metal and cured into a hard, durable finish.
Cerakote
A thin-film ceramic coating used where a durable, thin finish is needed.

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