Three reasons why Sophia® can’t read your 3D file

In this blog post, we explain you what to do if you get a warning that your 3D file cannot be read properly. We explain you why these errors arise and how you can easily resolve them yourself.

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How to use the parts library in Sophia®

If you frequently order the same assemblies or parts, this new feature is for you: the parts library! You can use it to store configured parts in the Sophia® online software. Do you want to know how it works?

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Ordering a checker plate in Sophia®

Our Customer Service regularly receives questions about ordering checker plates. In this blog post, we show you how to order checker plate in Sophia® and explain what you need to take into account.

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All you need to know about assist gas

Assist gas is used for laser cutting metal sheets, pipes, and tubes. There are various assist gases available, which are more or less suitable depending on the material that needs to be laser cut.

Tips & tricks

The purpose of microjoints in laser cutting

An important – and essential – aid when laser cutting is the ‘microjoint’. In this blog post, we explain exactly what they are, what the benefits and drawbacks are and what this means for you.

Materials and operations

Different types of hems in sheet metal

Hemming is a type of edging in which metal is folded over twice. In this blog, you will learn more about the different types of hems available and what is possible at 247TailorSteel.

Tips & tricks

Countersinking screw holes - all you need to know

Imagine you are designing a part that you wish to have laser cut and/or bent. The part contains one or more holes that need to be countersunk. What do you need to take into account?

Tips & tricks

An NEN-EN 1090 certificate for your order

Semi-finished metal products must comply with certain standards. In this blog post, we explain what the NEN-EN 1090 certificate is, how companies such as 247TailorSteel are assessed and how you can request it.

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Everything you need to know about the bend radius of sheet metal

Bending sheet metal involves more than just forming curves. We explain you more about an important parameter that affects the strength, durability and appearance of sheet metal: the bend radius.

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Mouse ears and crescent moons: how to make sure parts always fit

However accurately you draw the dimensions of parts, they don’t always fit together well in practice. In this blog post, we describe the two possible causes and what you can do about it yourself!