Manufacturing

An Alignment Shim is a shim specifically used to:  Slotted Shims are often used for shaft alignment. The slotted shim design allows you to insert, remove, and adjust without disassembling your machine. The design allows it to fit right around bolts. They typically align the vertical position of machinery. Why Alignment Shims Are Important Shims […]

When looking for a shim kit you are likely to find many options that contain thicknesses or sizes you may not need. At The Shim Shack, customization is our specialty! Put an end to holding inventory on shims that you’ll never use and custom order your shim set to your specifications and needs. What is […]

The Cost Benefits of Using Shims Manufacturers and engineers are often familiar with the benefits and purposes of using shims. Shims are small components used across various industries to make adjustments, such as closing gaps in a door frame or creating a level surface. Shims are typically circular but are also available in numerous shapes […]

Projections show that the global metal shims market will grow by 5.5% CAGR between 2018 and 2030. Shimming is crucial to various types of projects, and there are some very important factors to consider. It's best to ensure you're following good shimming practices to maximize long-term benefits. Knowing what these practices are will help you make the right decisions. […]

US manufacturing is the second largest in the world, behind China. You have to stay competitive in the face of rapidly changing economic conditions. Using the best machine parts is one way to give your business an edge. The Shim Shack will work with you to get the top-quality shims you need. Learn more about […]

Projections show that the global metal shims market will grow at a 3.1% CAGR between 2021 and 2030. The growth of the metal shims market is a direct result of the increased use of shims across various industries. Despite being a small, simple component, shims are incredibly useful for all kinds of projects and may be just […]

There are countless different products and applications that require metal fabrication. One widely used part is metal shims. They can be made to various specifications, and when having custom manufacturing shims, one choice you’ll need to make is the material. Understanding the properties of different metals will help with your choice. These are some of […]

Projections show that the global laser cutting machine market will reach a value of $5.7 billion by 2022. Laser cutting is one of the most efficient methods of manufacturing custom parts and is perfect for making shims. You may be wondering “what’s a shim?” It’s a fairly simple, small part, but it serves a wide range […]

Projections show that the global laser cutting market will reach a value of $5.8 billion by 2025! This growth is due largely to how useful the process is to such a wide range of industries. Laser cutting is a fabrication method used to cut metals in different forms. Laser cutting isn't always the cheapest method, […]

In 2020, the US manufacturing market reached a value of approximately $176 billion! There are many types of manufacturing, but there are numerous benefits to utilizing custom manufacturing. Custom parts can be made through companies that offer professional CNC machining, welding, and laser cutting services. Let’s explore the primary benefits of custom manufacturing. Flexibility Custom manufacturing […]

Getting the right shims in place can be extremely important to the safety of your workplace. For instance, did you know you shouldn’t have any more than four shims in one spot? Any more than that can be an OHS risk. So, finding the exact right thickness of shims may be difficult not to cause issues […]