Frank Li

Starting as an apprentice at 17, Frank has mastered every station of the fabrication process—from laser cutting and bending to precision welding. He founded ShincoFab to give global clients direct access to an ISO9001-certified factory, eliminating trading company markups. On this blog, Frank shares expert insights on manufacturing optimization, cost reduction, and quality control for your custom metal projects.

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Rough laser-cut edge on sheet metal part
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Understanding Sheet Metal Deburring: Everything You Need to Know

What is deburring in sheet metal fabrication? Deburring is the process of removing the sharp, jagged edges (known as burrs) left behind on metal parts after they are cut, punched, or bent. If you just finished cutting a batch of parts and are dealing with these dangerous edges, this step is your solution. At ShincoFab,

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yangzhiluke August 26, 2026
TIG welding torch and helmet on metal workbench
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How to Read Weld Symbols: The Ultimate Shop Floor Guide

Here at ShincoFab, I’ve spent years on our sheet metal fabrication floor watching great welders make expensive mistakes simply because they misread a blueprint. Whether we are fabricating custom 16-gauge stainless steel enclosures or heavy-duty aluminum chassis, I know exactly how frustrating it is to translate complicated engineer-speak into real-world welding. In this guide, I

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yangzhiluke August 24, 2026
Macro view of a single blind rivet
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7 Types of Sheet Metal Rivets: How to Choose and Install Them

Stop treating rivets as an afterthought. The fastener you choose dictates your assembly speed, product lifespan, and labor costs. As a lead manufacturing engineer at ShincoFab, I have spent years designing and assembling sheet metal parts on our factory floor. I have seen firsthand how the wrong rivet can ruin a production run. Blind rivets

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yangzhiluke August 13, 2026
Waterproof cable glands on sheet metal enclosure
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An Engineer’s Guide to IP Ratings: How to Protect Your Electronics

What is an IP rating? An IP (Ingress Protection) rating is defined by the IEC 60529 Ingress Protection (IP) rating standard, which classifies how effectively a device enclosure protects its internal components from solid objects, such as dust, and liquids, such as water. Have you ever bought a ‘waterproof’ device or enclosure only to watch

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yangzhiluke August 6, 2026
junction box vs Terminal Box
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Junction Box vs. Terminal Box: How to Choose the Right Enclosure

At ShincoFab, our sheet metal fabrication floor runs on precision and heavy machinery. Over the years of manufacturing custom enclosures and maintaining our own factory equipment, I have wired everything from simple warehouse lighting to complex CNC punch press control panels. I know firsthand what happens when you use the wrong electrical box on a

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