Sheet metal enclosures consist of many individual components that are held together by various types of fasteners, which must be secure and resistant to movement.
The task of assembling an enclosure is known as panel joining. Side panels, rear panels, lids, floors, and brackets are all joined to make a simple enclosure. Once the enclosure is complete, doors are mounted and held in place with hinges. These hinges are commonly installed with fasteners, such as screws, but can be welded into place […]
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