High-Quality Sheet Metal Tray for Drip Collection
This stainless steel drip tray is designed with precise dimensions, as it needs to be welded into a frame. The bottom features crossed embossing lines created by a bending machine, forming a drainage slope. This ensures that the center drainage hole is the lowest point, allowing water to flow out efficiently from the center.
Part specification
- Dimensions: 1180 x 600 x 55 mm
- Material: Stainless Steel 304, 1.2mm thick
- Surface Treatment: None
Critical feature
Dimension Precision: ±1mm
Since this sheet metal tray is meant to be installed into a stainless steel frame, precise dimensions are crucial. Without the proper tolerance, the tray may either leave excessive gaps or not fit into the frame properly.
Four Edges with Hemmed Edges
The edges of this tray are formed with hemed edges. A fully flat hem (such as a 2T hem) can be prone to cracking, so we use a slightly open teardrop hem or rope hem design. These methods are shown in detail in the video below, where you can watch the full process of creating these edges.
Prevention of Scratches and Dents
To prevent surface damage during manufacturing, the material is protected with a film. However, during the laser cutting process, one side of the film must be peeled off to avoid cutting edge issues. Care must also be taken throughout the production process to avoid scratching the surface or causing dents from accidental impacts.
Crossed Bending Marks Forming the Drainage Slope
The bottom of the tray features two crossed bending marks, which create a drainage slope. This technique, commonly used in drainage systems, ensures that water can efficiently flow from the center drainage hole. While effective, this bending process can be time-consuming.
Watch the Drip Tray Manufacturing Process
The video below provides a close-up view of how this drip tray is made. It clearly shows three key steps: forming the hemed edges, bending the four sides, and pressing the crossed indentations into the bottom to create the drainage slope.
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