{"id":11256,"date":"2026-03-01T09:39:18","date_gmt":"2026-03-01T14:39:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.acierlachine.com\/?page_id=11256"},"modified":"2026-03-03T11:02:39","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T16:02:39","slug":"shearing","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.acierlachine.com\/en\/services\/shearing\/","title":{"rendered":"Shearing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container fusion-parallax-none nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:200px;--awb-padding-bottom:200px;--awb-background-image:url(&quot;https:\/\/www.acierlachine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Metal-Shearing-Services-Acier-Lachine-Montreal-Quebec.jpg&quot;);--awb-background-size:cover;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1144px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:25px;margin-bottom:0px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h3>One of the most important services offered by Acier Lachine is our shearing services. We specialize in providing precise and clean cuts for a wide array of metal products such as Steel Tubes and Pipes, Steel Angles, Flat Bars, Plates and Sheets, and Structural H-Beams and I-Beams. Our shearing process is meticulously carried out, from accurate material placement to the precise alignment of blades. We can cut up to 1\/2\u2033 Mild Steel, 1\/4\u2033 Stainless Steel and 1\/2\u2033 Aluminum. We have all the inventory you need to use this convenient and quick service.<\/h3>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1144px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><h2>The Shearing Process at Acier Lachine<\/h2>\n<h3>At Acier Lachine, the shearing process is a carefully choreographed procedure designed to ensure precision and efficiency:<\/h3>\n<\/div><ul style=\"--awb-item-padding-top:0px;--awb-item-padding-right:0px;--awb-item-padding-bottom:0px;--awb-item-padding-left:0px;--awb-line-height:23.8px;--awb-icon-width:23.8px;--awb-icon-height:23.8px;--awb-icon-margin:9.8px;--awb-content-margin:33.6px;--awb-circlecolor:#e10707;--awb-circle-yes-font-size:12.32px;\" class=\"fusion-checklist fusion-checklist-1 type-icons\"><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-arrow-circle-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<h3><strong>Material Placement:<\/strong> We begin by accurately positioning the metal sheet or plate between an upper and a lower blade. The correct placement is essential for the precision of the cuts.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-arrow-circle-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<h3><strong>Blade Alignment:<\/strong> Next, our blades are meticulously aligned. The upper blade moves vertically downward while the lower blade remains stationary. We adjust the clearance between the blades based on the thickness of the material, which is vital for optimal cutting.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:2px;--awb-icon-size:18px;--awb-content-font-size:18px;--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:#f9f9f9;--awb-border-color:#cc0000;--awb-background-color:rgba(255,0,0,0.08);--awb-divider-color:#e0dede;--awb-divider-hover-color:#e0dede;--awb-icon-color:#ffffff;--awb-title-color:#333333;--awb-content-color:#747474;--awb-icon-box-color:#333333;--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:#e10707;--awb-toggle-active-accent-color:#333333;--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Open Sans&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:600;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:18px;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Open Sans&quot;;--awb-content-font-style:normal;--awb-content-font-weight:600;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-boxed\" id=\"accordion-11256-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-d0165c2eca4d639d7 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#333333;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h2 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_d0165c2eca4d639d7\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"d0165c2eca4d639d7\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-11256-1\" data-target=\"#d0165c2eca4d639d7\" href=\"#d0165c2eca4d639d7\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Continuation (click to expand)<\/span><\/a><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"d0165c2eca4d639d7\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_d0165c2eca4d639d7\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul style=\"--awb-item-padding-top:0px;--awb-item-padding-right:0px;--awb-item-padding-bottom:0px;--awb-item-padding-left:0px;--awb-line-height:23.8px;--awb-icon-width:23.8px;--awb-icon-height:23.8px;--awb-icon-margin:9.8px;--awb-content-margin:33.6px;--awb-circlecolor:#e10707;--awb-circle-yes-font-size:12.32px;\" class=\"fusion-checklist fusion-checklist-2 type-icons\"><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-arrow-circle-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<h3><strong>Application of Force:<\/strong> We apply a significant force to the upper blade\u2014manually, mechanically, or hydraulically, depending on the equipment. This force shears the metal cleanly and efficiently.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-arrow-circle-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<h3><strong>Cut Formation:<\/strong> As the upper blade descends, it slices through the metal, creating precise cuts. The sheared metal pieces are then ready for further processing or can be used as final products.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-video fusion-selfhosted-video\" style=\"margin-top:25px;max-width:100%;\"><div class=\"video-wrapper\"><video playsinline=\"true\" width=\"100%\" style=\"object-fit: cover;\" autoplay=\"true\" muted=\"true\" loop=\"true\" preload=\"auto\"><source src=\"https:\/\/www.acierlachine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/metal-shearing.mov\" type=\"video\/mp4\">Sorry, your browser doesn&#039;t support embedded videos.<\/video><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-separator\" 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fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-margin-top:25px;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"375\" title=\"Metal shearing\" src=\"https:\/\/www.acierlachine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Metal-shearing.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-14935\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.acierlachine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Metal-shearing-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.acierlachine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Metal-shearing-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.acierlachine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Metal-shearing.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 600px\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><h2>Advantages of Metal Shearing at Acier Lachine<\/h2>\n<h3>Choosing Acier Lachine for metal shearing comes with several benefits:<\/h3>\n<\/div><ul style=\"--awb-item-padding-top:0px;--awb-item-padding-right:0px;--awb-item-padding-bottom:0px;--awb-item-padding-left:0px;--awb-line-height:23.8px;--awb-icon-width:23.8px;--awb-icon-height:23.8px;--awb-icon-margin:9.8px;--awb-content-margin:33.6px;--awb-circlecolor:#e10707;--awb-circle-yes-font-size:12.32px;\" class=\"fusion-checklist fusion-checklist-3 type-icons\"><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-arrow-circle-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<h3><strong>Straight Line Cuts:<\/strong> Our shearing process allows for precise straight-line cuts, essential for many fabrication projects.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-arrow-circle-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<h3><strong>Clean Edges:<\/strong> Compared to traditional torch cutting, our shearing technique produces much cleaner edges, reducing additional finishing work.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-arrow-circle-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<h3><strong>No Heat Required:<\/strong> Since our shearing process does not require heat, the original properties of the metal are preserved, maintaining its strength and integrity.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:2px;--awb-icon-size:18px;--awb-content-font-size:18px;--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:#f9f9f9;--awb-border-color:#cc0000;--awb-background-color:rgba(255,0,0,0.08);--awb-divider-color:#e0dede;--awb-divider-hover-color:#e0dede;--awb-icon-color:#ffffff;--awb-title-color:#333333;--awb-content-color:#747474;--awb-icon-box-color:#333333;--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:#e10707;--awb-toggle-active-accent-color:#333333;--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Open Sans&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:600;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:18px;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Open Sans&quot;;--awb-content-font-style:normal;--awb-content-font-weight:600;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-boxed\" id=\"accordion-11256-2\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-e5907379829b92f13 fusion-toggle-no-divider fusion-toggle-boxed-mode\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#333333;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h2 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_e5907379829b92f13\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e5907379829b92f13\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-11256-2\" data-target=\"#e5907379829b92f13\" href=\"#e5907379829b92f13\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Multiple Advantages (click to expand)<\/span><\/a><\/h2><\/div><div id=\"e5907379829b92f13\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_e5907379829b92f13\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\"><ul style=\"--awb-item-padding-top:0px;--awb-item-padding-right:0px;--awb-item-padding-bottom:0px;--awb-item-padding-left:0px;--awb-line-height:23.8px;--awb-icon-width:23.8px;--awb-icon-height:23.8px;--awb-icon-margin:9.8px;--awb-content-margin:33.6px;--awb-circlecolor:#e10707;--awb-circle-yes-font-size:12.32px;\" class=\"fusion-checklist fusion-checklist-4 type-icons\"><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-arrow-circle-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<h3><strong>No Chips or Waste:<\/strong> Our method is designed to minimize waste, not producing metal chips and thus contributing to more sustainable operations.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-arrow-circle-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<h3><strong>Cost-Effective:<\/strong> Shearing is a cost-efficient cutting method, especially suited for high-volume productions, reducing overall project costs.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/li><li class=\"fusion-li-item\" style=\"\"><span class=\"icon-wrapper circle-yes\"><i class=\"fusion-li-icon fa-arrow-circle-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\n<h3><strong>Minimal Kerf:<\/strong> We ensure minimal to no kerf, which preserves material and reduces loss during cutting.<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" 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aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-6 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1144px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-10 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">FAQs about Shearing Services<\/h2>\n<\/div><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:13px;--awb-content-font-size:13px;--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:#f9f9f9;--awb-border-color:#cccccc;--awb-background-color:#ffffff;--awb-divider-color:#e0dede;--awb-divider-hover-color:#e0dede;--awb-icon-color:#ffffff;--awb-title-color:#333333;--awb-content-color:#747474;--awb-icon-box-color:#333333;--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:#e10707;--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Open Sans&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:300;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:13px;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Open Sans&quot;;--awb-content-font-style:normal;--awb-content-font-weight:400;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-boxed\" id=\"accordion-11256-3\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-74ba17b1846351d7a fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#333333;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_74ba17b1846351d7a\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"74ba17b1846351d7a\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-11256-3\" data-target=\"#74ba17b1846351d7a\" href=\"#74ba17b1846351d7a\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-minus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-plus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What is metal shearing and when is it the best cutting method?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"74ba17b1846351d7a\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_74ba17b1846351d7a\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal <\/span><b>shearing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a cold-cutting process that uses a straight blade to produce clean, precise cuts on sheet or plate material. It\u2019s ideal for cutting flat steel, stainless steel, or aluminium when you need fast, square edges with minimal waste \u2014 especially for medium-thickness plates under ~\u00bd\u2033.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-9b7b11e61b3756f44 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#333333;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_9b7b11e61b3756f44\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"9b7b11e61b3756f44\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-11256-3\" data-target=\"#9b7b11e61b3756f44\" href=\"#9b7b11e61b3756f44\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-minus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-plus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What materials and thicknesses can Acier Lachine shear?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"9b7b11e61b3756f44\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_9b7b11e61b3756f44\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our shears can handle <\/span><b>carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminium<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sheets typically ranging from <\/span><b>gauge material up to \u00bd\u2033 thick<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, depending on the alloy and hardness.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-27598ccedcb42eebe fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#333333;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_27598ccedcb42eebe\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"27598ccedcb42eebe\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-11256-3\" data-target=\"#27598ccedcb42eebe\" href=\"#27598ccedcb42eebe\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-minus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-plus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How accurate is the shearing process in terms of dimensional tolerance?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"27598ccedcb42eebe\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_27598ccedcb42eebe\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our shearing equipment provides tolerances within \u00b11\u204432\u2033 (about \u00b10.8 mm) for most standard materials, producing consistent, straight edges that minimize downstream machining.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-1ed7e89b087687031 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#333333;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_1ed7e89b087687031\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"1ed7e89b087687031\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-11256-3\" data-target=\"#1ed7e89b087687031\" href=\"#1ed7e89b087687031\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-minus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-plus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What are the advantages of shearing over plasma, laser, or flame cutting?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"1ed7e89b087687031\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_1ed7e89b087687031\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Speed:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Shearing is faster for straight cuts and repetitive jobs.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Edge quality:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Produces burr-free, smooth edges with no heat-affected zone.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Cost efficiency:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Lower operating costs compared to thermal processes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>No distortion:<\/b> Because it\u2019s a cold-cutting process, there\u2019s no thermal warping.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> These advantages make it ideal for sheet-metal shops, construction suppliers, and manufacturers in Montr\u00e9al and southern Qu\u00e9bec.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-fe6d99b6dd26d1293 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#333333;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_fe6d99b6dd26d1293\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"fe6d99b6dd26d1293\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-11256-3\" data-target=\"#fe6d99b6dd26d1293\" href=\"#fe6d99b6dd26d1293\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-minus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-plus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What information should I provide for a shearing quote?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"fe6d99b6dd26d1293\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_fe6d99b6dd26d1293\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include <\/span><b>material type and thickness<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>sheet size<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>cut dimensions or number of blanks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>quantity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>any tolerances or edge-quality requirements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. A drawing or cutting list accelerates the quotation process.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-72d91d633655b5d5c fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#333333;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_72d91d633655b5d5c\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"72d91d633655b5d5c\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-11256-3\" data-target=\"#72d91d633655b5d5c\" href=\"#72d91d633655b5d5c\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-minus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-plus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What lead-times can clients expect in the Montr\u00e9al region?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"72d91d633655b5d5c\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_72d91d633655b5d5c\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For stocked materials and straightforward cuts, Acier Lachine can typically complete shearing orders within <\/span><b>24\u201348 hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Larger-volume or multi-operation jobs (cut + bend + coat) may take up to <\/span><b>3\u20135 business days<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-1ce7b464696192515 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#333333;\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_1ce7b464696192515\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"1ce7b464696192515\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-11256-3\" data-target=\"#1ce7b464696192515\" href=\"#1ce7b464696192515\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-minus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-plus fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Are there limitations to what can be sheared?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"1ce7b464696192515\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_1ce7b464696192515\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shearing is best for <\/span><b>straight cuts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on flat materials. Curved or intricate shapes usually require plasma or laser cutting. Extremely thick or hardened plates may also exceed mechanical limits and be redirected to flame cutting.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-7 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1144px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-11 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" 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