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Trial Fits Reduce Risk Before Installation Begins
When people see large industrial equipment arriving at a project site, it's easy to assume the fabrication work is complete. The equipment has been built, inspected, loaded onto trucks, and delivered. The next step is simply: installation. In reality, some of the most...
The Hidden Logistics Behind Shipping Large Fabricated Equipment
When people see a piece of industrial equipment arriving at a job site, it's easy to assume the hardest part is over. In reality, successfully shipping large fabricated equipment is the result of weeks (or sometimes months) of planning that begins long before the...
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The Hidden Logistics Behind Shipping Large Fabricated Equipment
When people see a piece of industrial equipment arriving at a job site, it's easy to assume the hardest part is over. In reality, successfully shipping large fabricated equipment is the result of weeks (or sometimes months) of planning that begins long before the...
Understanding Stainless Steel Surcharges
Why Material Prices Change Every Month If you've ever requested a quote for a stainless steel fabrication project, you may have noticed a line item referred to as a material surcharge. For many people outside the steel industry, it's a term that's unfamiliar, often...
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Understanding Stainless Steel Surcharges
Why Material Prices Change Every Month If you've ever requested a quote for a stainless steel fabrication project, you may have noticed a line item referred to as a material surcharge. For many people outside the steel industry, it's a term that's unfamiliar, often...
55 Years of Fabrication Built on People and Process
Reaching 55 years in industrial fabrication is not defined by a single milestone. It is the result of consistent execution, long term relationships, and the ability to adapt as industries evolve. Founded on May 1, 1971 by John Dewitt (D) & Yke Reitsma (R), the...
Stainless Steel World Conference & Expo: What the Global Industry Is Talking About
The Stainless Steel World Conference & Expo, held recently in the Netherlands, brought together manufacturers, engineers, material specialists, and industry leaders from across the globe. The event serves as a key forum for discussing the future of stainless steel...
Forming 101: Why CNC Press Brake Accuracy Matters in Steel Fabrication
In steel fabrication, forming is the stage where a flat plate becomes functional. It is the process that transforms raw material into brackets, frames, channels, and structural components that must integrate seamlessly into larger assemblies. While forming may appear...
Why Water Infrastructure Is Becoming More Demanding
Water and wastewater infrastructure has always been one of the most critical systems supporting modern communities. Every day, treatment facilities, pumping stations, and distribution networks operate behind the scenes to provide clean water and protect environmental...
Building in Canada, Delivering Across North America
For 55 years, D&R Custom Steel has fabricated equipment for projects across North America. From municipal water and wastewater infrastructure to industrial processing systems and specialized stainless steel equipment, our work has travelled thousands of kilometres...
What Large Scale Equalization Tanks Demand From Fabrication
Equalization tanks are one of the most important balancing components within modern wastewater treatment systems. Their role is straightforward in theory: manage fluctuations in flow volume and stabilize the system during periods of sudden demand. In practice,...
