Cut Welding Costs with 'Zippered' Edges

December 14, 2007

Zip-Tech is a proprietary technology from Dufresne Manufacturing that replaces welding. The ‘zippered’ edges are punched into the part at the turret and are snapped together during the forming process. The process reduces the need for welding, grinding, and even outside finish in some applications by allowing for the joining of pre-plate materials which are otherwise considered hazardous in the welding process. The process can save customers up to 35 per cent on select parts. Zip-Tech is best suited for joining corners, but it can also join different metals. Customers include 3M, CNT and Ciprico.

Posted by Doug Smock on December 14, 2007 | Comments (1)

December 30, 2007

In response to: Cut Welding Costs with 'Zippered' Edges
nramani@usa.net commented:

Can I get more detailed information on Zip-Tech please?

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