Why are shims used?
A shim is a thin and often tapered or wedged piece of material, used to fill small gaps or spaces between objects. Shims are typically used in order to support, adjust for better fit, or provide a level surface. A shim also known as a packer or leveller is used in construction for levelling or filling up space between objects such as aligning window & door frames or to level scaffolding and construction barriers.
What are the benefits of shim?
Shims are valuable because they lower the need for precisely crafted machine parts and can quickly adapt to the necessary size of a part. Shims lower the cost of assembly and allow you to make necessary adjustments to various components during assembly. Main Purposes of Shim Plates: Alignment: Ensures components are perfectly aligned, reducing stress and wear. Leveling: Used to level machinery or structures, preventing tilting or uneven loads. Spacing: Maintains a specific distance between components, crucial in applications where precision is key.