Connect Sheet Metal

Insert a 1 2 inch long self tapping sheet metal screw at the location where the two ducts overlap to provide a solid connection.

Connect sheet metal.

Was founded in 1969 in minneapolis minnesota. The three screws will prevent the two ducts from moving and separating at the new seam. Bonding metals to each other is a common task in both home based diy projects and commercial production. Appliance engineers have several options for joining sheet metal including screws rivets welding bonding clinching and folding.

With over 45 years or experience in manufacturing and custom fabrication of industrial sheet metal products for the commercial hvac industry. Sheet metal connectors inc. 3 ways to attach metal to metal without welding. This assembly method is relatively simple and convenient and can complete rapid assembly.

While soldering is useful for many purposes it has limitations. Which is best depends on the material its thickness and the application requirements. We pride ourselves on being a union shop and stand behind our products that are all made in minnesota and illinois. Folding tab joints.

Insert two additional screws along the seam with equal spacing between the three screws. The two pieces of sheet metal connected to each other by folding or bending tabs in the form of a buckle and a clamping slot. Soldering is one method that is widely used to accomplish this.