Sheet Metal

CNC Turning Services

2016-11-01T11:50:00.002-07:00

Description

At CNC Manutech Industries, we are a reliable and trusted supplier of high-quality turned components. Our business philosophy is to deliver timely, cost-conscious solutions that meet or exceed your expectations. We operate a clean, modern, and well-maintained facility incorporating a large assortment of lathes and turning centers with various features and capabilities. Our highly skilled production team knows how to leverage the capabilities of these machines to the fullest extent to create close tolerance components that will impress you with their quality workmanship.

We take the time upfront to review your drawings to determine if there are any possible ways of saving costs or production time. Sometimes small changes to materials, finishes, and tolerance levels can have a positive impact on the cost of a finished part without compromising its functional and quality requirements. By providing this value-added service, we demonstrate our commitment to delivering the best product at the best pricing.

With our wide range of equipment assets, we can perform both standard and complex turning operations to machine parts measuring as small as 0.060” in diameter and a fraction of an inch in length or as large as 15.3” in diameter x 40.0” in length. We work with all types of metal, from standard grades to high-value aircraft alloys and high strength steels. We also machine an assortment of plastic polymers.

As a quality-driven organization, we have developed robust, start-to-finish production methods that have earned us ISO 9001:2008 certification. We uphold the highest standards of quality while satisfying the most challenging machining requirements for parts used by the mining, marine equipment, heavy-duty equipment, and oilfield industries as well as many others. To learn more about our turning capabilities or to obtain a quote, contact us directly.

Capabilities
Turning Processes	Milling Drilling Boring Contour Turning Form Turning Taper Turning Straight Turning External Threading Internal Threading Tapping Internal Forming Knurling Profiling Reaming Parting/Cutting Facing
Materials	Stainless Steel Carbon Steel Brass Aluminum Aircraft Alloys Copper Alloys Titanium Plastics Cast Iron
Equipment	Hitachi Seiki 20 S II Turning Centre c/w SMW Spacesaver 2100 Barfeed Mori-Seiki SL-25 Turning Centre HAAS APL - SL20 Okuma LB25IIM Turning Centre Okuma B15II Turning Centre Feeler FCNC-100 Bar Feed Lathe Mori-Seiki SL3 Turning Centre HAAS DS-30
Fixturing	Four-Jaw Chuck In-House Fixturing and Tooling Three-Jaw Chuck
Minimum length	< 1 in
Maximum length	40 in
Minimum Diameter	0.06 in
Maximum Diameter	15.3 in
Additional Services	CNC Machining Heat Treating Tooling/Fixtures Medical Device Assembly Cleanroom Assembly Packaging Drilling Deep hole Drilling
Production Volume	High Volume Low Volume Prototype
Lead Times Available	Quoted on job by job basis Emergency services available Rush Services Available
Additional Information
Industries Served	Aerospace Agricultural Architectural Auto/Truck/Transportation Electronic Food Machine Tool Marine Medical Military Oil Field Packaging/Converting
Industry Standards	International Organization for Standardization (ISO 9001:2008 Certified) Canadian Standards Association (CSA) American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Restriction Of Hazardous Substances (Compliant) (RoHS) Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
File Formats	AutoCAD (DWG, DWZ) Bit Mapped Graphics (BMP) Drawing Interchange Format, or Drawing Exchange Format (DXF) Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) Initial Graphics Exchange Specification (IGES), ANSI file format. Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPG or JPEG) MasterCam (MDX, MC8, MC9, SET) Portable Document Format (PDF) SolidWorks (SLDPRT, SLDDRW, SLDDRT) Tagged Image File Format (TIFF)

Superoll Head

2016-11-01T11:47:00.000-07:00

Superhero

Head

Specifications

Tool Diameter - A (Adjustment) 0.287 ∼ 0.276 inches (7.30 ∼ 7.00 mm)

Roller Model SPMR 4 x 15

Roller Quantity 5

Head Part Number SPMH725

Frame Part Number SPMF725

Guide Part Number SPMG725

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Specifications
Tool Diameter - A (Adjustment)	0.287 ∼ 0.276 inches (7.30 ∼ 7.00 mm)
Roller Model	SPMR 4 x 15
Roller Quantity	5
Head Part Number	SPMH725
Frame Part Number	SPMF725
Guide Part Number	SPMG725

Product Line Description

Superoll heads are adjustable to 0.001 inches (0.025 mm).
An assortment of Superoll heads are available for processing OD surfaces up to 26 mm in diameter.

Drill Heads ASA "Quick-Change" Adapter - "Catch-Clip Type"

2016-11-01T11:42:00.001-07:00

Drill Heads ASA "Quick-Change" Adapter - "Catch-Clip Type"

Specifications
ASA Spindle Size	5/8-16
P	1.03 ∼ 3.23 inches (26 ∼ 82 mm)
D	5.28 inches (134 mm)
L	12.13 inches (308 mm)
L1	3.74 inches (95 mm)
L2	5.24 inches (133 mm)
L3	3.15 inches (80 mm)
A	0.983 - 0.985 inches (25.019 mm)
A Tolerance (mm)	-0.050
B	0.6250 - 0.6255 inches (15.875 mm)
B Tolerance (mm)	+0.012
F	0.7032 - 0.7132 inches (17.900 mm)
F Tolerance (mm)	+0.2
E	0.04 inches (1 mm)
S	2.17 inches (55 mm)
T	6.85 inches (174 mm)
U	3.58 inches (91 mm)
Machining Specification	Drilling Tapping Reaming
Depth	Blind Through
Coolant	Dry Water Base Oil Base
Working Direction of Spindle	Vertical Down Stant Down Horizontal Vertical Up Stand Up
Type of Spindle	Collet ASA
Type of Multi Spindle Head	Fixed Spindle Type Catch Clip Type
Requested Drilling and Tapping Unit	Selfeeder Synchotapper
Spindle Motor	2-Spindle

www.anglo-krempel.com/Solutions/Technology

2016-10-31T17:39:00.002-07:00

Various Welding Products Offered

2016-10-31T11:23:00.000-07:00

Various Welding Products Offered

Esab Welding and Cutting Products will have live arc demonstrations of its Rebel welder line, which now includes a MIG-only model (Rebel EM 215ic) and MIG/stick model.

The company will also unveil the ET 141i AC/DC, the first 120-V inverter that provides an AC TIG output for welding aluminum and HF (high frequency) non-contact arc starts for AC or DC TIG welding. For welding thicker materials and full control over TIG and stick welding performance, Esab offers the ET 186i AC/DC TIG/stick and the ET 201i DC TIG/Stick welding

Esab Cutting Systems introduces the Smart Plasmarc m2-200, a plasma system for heavy-duty mechanized cutting. The system cuts a range of material types and thicknesses using air, oxygen or nitrogen gases. It delivers high productivity piercing and cutting in mild steel ranging to 1.25" (38 mm) thick, with capacity to edge start and sever materials ranging to 2" (50 mm) thick reliably. A 100 percent duty cycle at 200 A enables the system to handle demanding production requirements with high reliability. High cutting speeds improve efficiency and enable more cut parts per hour.

According to the company, Esab’s m2-200 system is more than four times faster on ½" (12-mm) mild steel when compared to oxy-fuel cutting. Quick setups and process changes also contribute to its productivity. The system is designed to provide high-quality cuts with minimal dross, reduced warping and a small heat-affected zone, resulting in fewer secondary operations and a lower per-part cost than oxy-fuel cutting.

A built-in process database features optimized cutting parameters that help to ensure consistent cutting results. Parameters are selected and controlled in one step. Simple and intuitive operator controls reduce the need for operator training, minimize errors and shorten setup time, Esab says. Advanced diagnostics simplify troubleshooting and maintenance. The plasma cutter’s design requires fewer wear parts than similar plasma torches, reducing parts inventory and handling, and saving time and expense. Torch geometry promotes consistent cut quality and long service life.

Fiber Laser Leverages Air-Assist Cutting

2016-10-31T11:19:00.001-07:00

Fiber Laser Leverages Air-Assist Cutting

Cincinnati Inc. (CI) will feature the CL-960 fiber laser, the Maxform high-speed hydraulic press brake and the Goform electric press brake. The CL-960 laser has a 6,000-W light source and offers a number of new features. In addition to the fiber laser’s fast cutting speed and precision, the CL-960 leverages air-assist cutting technology to further reduce production costs. The Goform is a 40-ton, portable electric press brake with six-axis back gaging. The system is equipped with the same HMI control that comes with other CI press brake models.

Cincinnati Inc. (CI) will feature the CL-960 fiber laser, the Maxform high-speed hydraulic press brake and the Goform electric press brake.

Ultrasonic Cleaner Handles Large, Heavy Parts with Pneumatic Lift

2016-10-31T11:17:00.003-07:00

Ultrasonic Cleaner Handles Large, Heavy Parts with Pneumatic Lift

Omegasonics, a manufacturer of ultrasonic cleaning systems, has introduced the PowerLift 4560, large-capacity ultrasonic cleaning system with 6,000 W of peak ultrasound.

Omegasonics, a manufacturer of ultrasonic cleaning systems, has introduced the PowerLift 4560, large-capacity ultrasonic cleaning system with 6,000 W of peak ultrasound. The system is designed to clean heavy parts by enabling the operator to lower and lift parts out of the tank with an assisted pneumatic lift. The lift is available with an optional agitation feature controlled by a touchscreen. Agitation moves the basket up and down with a 3" stroke to remove any loose dirt remaining in crevices after the ultrasonic process.

The PowerLift 4560 is an ideal ultrasonic cleaning tool for those cleaning large, heavy items such as transmission cases, large castings and molds, and heat exchangers, the company says. The 120-gallon tank measures 38" × 29" × 19". The machine is designed with the piston outside of the bath, providing increased space utilization to save on wasted cleaning detergent costs.

Custom Tools for CNC Lathes

2016-10-31T11:16:00.001-07:00

Custom Tools for CNC Lathes

Heimatec now offers custom tooling in addition to its standard tooling line.

Heimatec now offers custom tooling in addition to its standard tooling line. The company designs and builds tools to suit specific requirements for CNC lathes, regardless of application, brand or size.

Tooling experts at the company work directly with customers to design tools for specific manufacturing needs, such as exotic materials, depth of cut, extensions, rotary table and fixture positioning and other machine tool arrangements. On-site testing is offered to validate the designs.

Machine Control Eliminates Need to Know ISO Programming Languages

2016-10-31T11:14:00.003-07:00

Machine Control Eliminates Need to Know ISO Programming Languages

NUM has launched an advanced control solution for CNC milling machines that features an intuitive, conversational-style user interface. Known as NUMmill, the CNC hardware and software provides a fully scalable control system and is supplied as a complete “off-the-shelf” package. NUMmill is designed specifically for CNC milling machine manufacturers and control retrofitters and is suitable for a range of precision milling applications in metalcutting and high-precision machining, among other markets. Based on NUM’s market-leading Flexium+ modular CNC platform, NUMmill is typically configured with three or four linear axes and a single rotary axis, though it can scale to suit any size and type of milling machine application.

The system offers an extensive suite of canned cycles, ranging from simple center drilling, boring and threading to pocket cycles and complex profile milling cycles, all with 3D simulation for pre-process verification. The software also provides functions for material removal of basic pockets; these can be defined as circular, oblong, reticular and square. Milling operations can be performed on circular, oblong, rectangular and square pockets. It can also provide measurement and probing cycles to help users meet precision and quality targets.

The conversational user interface is said to enable users to operate machines without any prior knowledge of ISO code programming techniques. The Windows-based software provides graphical shopfloor programming screens that depict the tool, the workpiece and all associated setup data concisely and unambiguously, the company says.

NUMmill is supplied as a complete, ready-to-run package that includes the Flexium+ CNC system, software, and a 19" touch-sensitive machine control panel. The system is also equipped with NUM’s MTConnect interface, which simplifies the integration of CNC machine tools with third-party manufacturing software

From Manual To CNC Mills: A Three-Phase Transition

2016-10-31T11:12:00.001-07:00

From Manual To CNC Mills: A Three-Phase Transition

Dynamic Machine & Tool, Inc. of Marble Falls, Texas, uses high-end VMCs and CNC mills and employs skilled machinists and CNC operators to support the development of new instrumentation and technology for the semiconductor industry.

When Volker Steffen founded V & G Dynamics in 1988, the company was doing mainly repair work using two manual mills. Mr. Steffen knew that if he had CNC there was the promise of longer runs and production of complex parts—giving access to new markets and increasing sales and profitability. But these benefits come with a cost in terms of capital, training and learning. Mr. Steffen was looking for a way to implement CNC gradually—a transition that took the characteristics of his shop and people into consideration.

He discovered an opportunity at an open house held by his local dealer. "I was at an open house at a machine dealer one weekend, and I saw a manual mill with some sort of external motors mounted on the table," Mr. Steffen says. "The dealer showed me how the mill was doing CNC work by having the power feeds move the table, under the control of a PC. Best of all, I didn't have to start using a computer right away. I could just use the power feeds in the 'Teach Mode.' You move the table to a desired position, press 'set' on the pendant, move to the next position, press 'set' again, and so on. At the end of the sequence you press 'run,' and the machine plays back exactly the moves you told it to execute. It's that simple."

On seeing this, Mr. Steffen first began considering doing more than just manual mill work. V & G had grown to include a lot of small-volume (1 - 500 piece) production work, but Mr. Steffen was not at the point where he needed to spend tens of thousands of dollars on a single CNC. So in 1993, he decided to first retrofit one of his manual mills with the "intelligent power feeds"—a basic two-axis Servo II automated control system with the "Teach" pendant, made by Servo Products Company of Pasadena, California—which he mounted himself on a Summit manual mill with a Sargon digital readout. The cost of the retrofit was well within his reach, and the promise of increased production made the whole deal attractive. Within days, production was at levels he had never seen before, and both he and his machinists were using the "Teach Mode" feature without problems.

Such use of a basic retrofit package makes sense for shops where owners and operators don't have prior experience with CNCs. In the case of V & G, its manual mills had essentially become three different machines with one simple retrofit: one that still does manual work, one that uses the Teach Pendant and one that can perform CNC work (when connected to a dedicated PC). The DRO interface adds accuracy to the Acme lead screw by using the scale for positioning accuracy instead of the encoder on the motor. In addition, the DRO enhances the machinist's productivity.

With the Servo II control system used for the retrofit, one-of-a-kind or production run parts can be machined, and the table can be moved either using the pendant or handwheels. The "taught" programs are limited to straight line and angle cuts. The system cannot be taught to machine a circle. Subroutines can be called up, and program steps can be changed, added or inserted. It's easy to delete entire programs from pendant memory, or delete a subroutine call—which is useful when "programming" on the fly. An operator also can set, clear or drag axes travel limits (for example, reset limit beyond current position) and can playback a program held in the pendant's memory.

The Servo II control system can be made more productive by hooking up a PC, which simply can be used to transfer programs between the PC and the pendant; with Servo CNC software and a dedicated PC, the machine has full CNC capabilities. This comprises the second step in the gradual conversion to CNC machining. Programs "written" on the pendant can be transferred to the PC for storage and for re-use at a later time. The transferred pendant programs are converted to common CNC codes. Conversely, programs can be written and edited on the PC and transferred later to the pendant, though only a limited set of CNC codes are available. This means two things: Operators can generate CNC code without knowing programming, and they can execute previously written CNC code without using the control (it's done via the pendant). Production goes up, and accuracy and repeatability improve. The absence of a steep learning curve makes training the operators brief and inexpensive.

V&G began by doing most of its CNC work using the conversational mode programming on the control. By going through a step-by-step process, the operator answers simple questions about the current job, and the control automatically develops a program, which is then seamlessly translated into G-code that can be used on any Servo CNC machine. Even if the operator makes a mistake in the programming, he or she can easily edit the specific line that needs correction.

However, after a while Mr. Steffen realized that the next step for the company would have to be a full-fledged migration to CNC. The use of CAD systems had by then become common, and for that he needed a CNC mill. But he also still wanted to be able to perform manual work on his mills.

"After having converted several manual mills, the workload picked up significantly, and about that time CAD systems really began to matter. CAD systems made molds with complex curves and radii possible, so without a real contouring CNC we couldn't do that kind of work. We needed a machine that would do it all—do CNC work but still let us perform manual milling. We needed a machine that was easy to operate." Had Mr. Steffen purchased a CNC machining center with no manual functions, he would have had to learn and absorb into his plant all of the complexity of the CNC process before getting a return. His selection of a machine with manual capabilities that was upgradeable to full CNC allowed him to get an immediate return and make the transition more gradually.

When Mr. Steffen started shopping around in 1997, he realized that many entry-level CNC mills have comparable features and fall into a similar price bracket. Servo Products manufactured a CNC mill that included the manual milling and the Teach Pendant. The Servo 5000 three-axis bedmill with the Servo II control system facilitated the three-in-one operation he was already used to, and that feature sealed the deal. Also, since the Servo II control uses the same PC-based, bi-directional programming (pendant to PC and PC to pendant) he used before, he could continue to use the same programs and procedures he had developed for the Servo II retrofit mill.

For shops like V & G, the most immediate benefit of going to true CNC milling is the ability to download CAD-generated tool paths into the CNC control. The fact that the Servo CNC control is a PC-based system made the switchover easy for Mr. Steffen. "Having a PC-based control means that menus on screens look familiar, and replacement components are readily available. Servicing was easy, as I once found out by changing the board on the control myself," he says.

Concerns over how his CNC mills would fare over the years worried Mr. Steffen. "We really had to have the confidence in what we buy. Having used Servo power feeds for years before, I had the confidence in the company, and so going to them when we decided to go CNC made total sense."

The combined benefits of V & G's migration to CNC include sustaining a 99.9 percent on-time delivery rate and a 99.9 percent part acceptance rate. Today, V & G specializes in doing work for the semi-conductor industry. "Our company manufactures parts utilizing CNC milling as well as CNC lathes on all types of conventional and exotic materials. Today our shop is computerized with many CNC machining centers, but we still manufacture parts with our Servo Machines," says Mr. Steffen.

Many job shops still rely solely on manual mills, not by choice but because CNC is a big jump in terms of investment and training. A CNC machine capable of manual milling maximizes production flexibility while reducing the amount of space required by two separate mills. Most importantly, this shift from manual milling to CNC machining can be gradual, affordable and easy to implement and learn.

Services

2016-10-31T11:09:00.002-07:00

Services manufacturs

We make a master model by SLA or CNC milling process and then apply whatever surface finish which is needed for the master model. We then pour liquid silicone rubber around the master model in a casting box. Once we split the silicone rubber mold, we use it to cast up to 20 PU parts per silicone mold.
UP4280 is our most popular ABS simulant; PX522HT is best for clear parts; UP8400 is our rubber simulant. All can be colored to any Panton Number or RAL.
Also we can simulate a full range of thermoplastics and elastomers.
We can have one material over-molded with another to simulate, for example, rubber over ABS, or opaque plastic over transparent plastic. It is also possible to over-mold threaded inserts. Painting and printing after casting is also common technology we use here.
Vacuum cast prototypes can be colored and textured in the mold.
To produce high gloss clear parts, normally we use Acrylic master model which is CNC machined and then polished by hand.

For plastic prototypes we use good quality ABS, PMMA , PC, ABS, POM (Delrin), PTFE (Teflon), Ultem, Noryl, Nylon etc., for better results.
For metal prototypes, we can machine aluminums, stainless steel, brass, copper based materials, and even hardened tool-steel. We use heat-shrink cutter holders for our high-speed spindles to ensure cutting accuracy.
Delivery time is typically from 2 to 5 days plus Fedex or DHL shipping – normally 2 days. We often do projects with 25 to 500 sets of components by CNC machining – this is simply because a simulant material will not suffice for the application.

Basics Every CNC Machinist and CNC Programmer Should Know

2016-10-31T11:04:00.002-07:00

Basics Every CNC Machinist and
CNC Programmer Should Know

We were impressed at how many readers can write g-code programs from scratch. In fact the overwhelming majority read, write, or tweak programs on a regular basis. If you're not yet able to do that, you should learn. If you're at the "Read or Tweak" stage, you should advance to being able to write programs from scratch.

Armed with a good understanding of g-code, you can:

- Avoid having to run back to your CAM program when simple changes to the g-code would do the job.

- Learn how to improve the g-code the CAM program puts out for better results.

- Understand better how to tweak your CAM software's post processor so it produces better code from the start.

- Get a second opinion on the CAM's g-code before you find out something's wrong at the machine.

- Figure out what's wrong when your CAM generated g-code isn't doing what you'd expect.

- Make it faster and easier to fix the g-code when you run into a problem due to a bug in the CAM or post processor.

- Create quick and dirty g-code programs that allow you to get on with machining faster without having to sit down with your CAD/CAM.

- Develop a greater facility for working at the console of the machine directly.

These are all valuable skills that increase your productivity as a CNC machinist. According to the survey, many of you have already figured that out!

CNCCookbook's G-Code Tutorial and Course

2016-10-31T10:42:00.000-07:00

CNCCookbook's G-Code Tutorial and Course

G-Code is an important CNC skill that's easier to learn than it looks...Looking to learn CNC G-Code? Need a quick and easy G-Code Tutorial or G-Code Course? Want some easy G-Code Training? Maybe you just want to learn more about a specific G-Code related topic or see particular G-Code examples. If so, you're in the right place with the CNCCookbook CNC G-Code Course. It's free, it's easy, and it's chock full of good information. This page is the syllabus. The articles are all listed below. There's no need to register, just get started learning at your own pace.What is G-Code?G-Code is the language used to control CNC machines. It's one type of CNC programming that CNC programmers use, the other type being CAM programming. Your machine's CNC controller probably executes g-code, although there are other possibilities--Heidenhain, Mazak, and others have proprietary formats. Some machines with proprietary formats can also run g-code. It is the Lingua Franca (working language) of CNC.In order to make a part on a CNC machine, you tell it how to make the part using a G-Code Program.

Equipment sheet metal

2016-10-31T10:21:00.000-07:00

Equipment sheet metal

Punch Press
Perforation is generally the most severe operation performed in a die. That’s because the punch press applies forces ranging from a few tons to more than 1000 tons. Proper press alignment is essential. While die set has some effect on alignment during operation, it cannot offset poor press alignment.
Simple Die
A simple die typically perforates holes in a part or blanks out the part using punches in conjunction with mated lower die components (matrixes). Simple dies also commonly produce basic forms as well as perform notching and lancing operations.
Simple dies require a press operator to load and unload parts and part material before and after each press cycle.
Compound Die
A compound die blanks and perforates a part at the same time in the same station. In most cases this operation perforates a hole or holes down, while the part blanks up. This allows slugs from those holes to fall through the die. This method leaves the part in the die, requiring some means of part removal.
Compound dies commonly run as single-hit dies. They can run continuously with a feeder, provided you can remove the part in a timely manner. Open Back Inclinable (OBI) presses - in the inclined position along with an air blowoff - aid in part removal.
Advantages of a compound die include:
• Minimal space in the press
• All burrs in one direction
• Superior accuracy between holes and trim edges
• More economical to build than a progressive die
A disadvantage of a compound blank die is its limited space that tends to leave die components thin and weak. This concentrates the load and shock on punches and matrixes, resulting in tooling failures.
Progressive Die
Progressive dies provide an effective way to convert raw coil stock into a finished product with minimal handling. As material feeds from station to station in the die, it progressively works into a completed part.
Progressive dies usually run from right to left. The part material feeds one progression for each press cycle. Early stations typically perforate holes that serve as pilots to locate the stock strip in later stations.
There are many variations of progressive die designs. The design shown here illustrates some common operations and terminology associated with progressive dies.

sheet metal manufacturing

2013-08-21T09:26:00.000-07:00

ESI Group unveils , the only complete solution for sheet metal manufacturing

PAM-STAMP 2G 2007 boosts reliability in tool and die design & forming simulation

PAM-STAMP 2G 2007 is extended to include simulation of hot forming. This major step marks the beginning of consortium with industry leaders to continue the research and development in this new field. The software captures the temperature dependent material behavior. This advanced capability totally supports the latest trends in automotive construction for ultra high strength steels for vehicle weight reduction.

Fully automatic springback compensation methodology

“Consistent simulation methodology is considered to be key to the success of obtaining predictive quality results. In partnership with Renault and Arcelor, ESI Group has developed a fully automatic springback compensation methodology. The aim was and is to get the appropriate shape of the die, so that the panel after springback is within tolerance. The engineer can obtain a robust industrial solution in a short time with accurate springback prediction”, says Dave Ling, Product Manager for the stamping line.

Usability improvement in PAM-DIEMAKER

The PAM-DIEMAKER module, based on INPRO technology, designed to create the die addendum within minutes, focuses on user-friendliness and workflow streamlining. A major feature ‘Auto-addendum’ provides engineers with an extremely quick and easy way to create an initial die addendum.

PAM-QUIKSTAMP compliments PAM-AUTOSTAMP to deliver full value chain

‘PAM-QUIKSTAMP’ plays a crucial role in the stamp simulation value chain by providing reliable formability assessment quickly and easily, to support early die design and process iterations, before transferring directly to ‘PAM-AUTOSTAMP’ for detailed validation and tolerance control after Springback.

For more information, please contact either your ESI Group representative or visit

ESI Group’s Metal Forming Simulation Solutions

PAM-STAMP 2G offers a unique stamping simulation value chain, from quick stamping die design, through early feasibility, to final validation and quality control. The full range of features includes: parametric and surface-oriented binder and addendum generation with PAM-DIEMAKER, rapid and optimal feasibility analysis with PAM-QUIKSTAMP Plus, and highly accurate forming validation, which can provide surface defect visualization, springback prediction and automatic die compensation with PAM-AUTOSTAMP. ESI Group’s Metal Forming solutions now extend to: the design and simulation of tube hydroforming dies with PAM-TUBE 2G, part feasibility check and rapid die creation integrated within PLM environment with PAM-TFA, and PAM-DIEMAKER for CATIA V5.

About ESI Group

ESI Group is a world-leading supplier, and a pioneer of digital simulation software for prototyping and manufacturing processes that take into account the physics of materials. ESI Group has developed an extensive suite of coherent, industry oriented applications to realistically simulate a product’s behavior during testing, to fine-tune manufacturing processes in accordance with desired product performance, and evaluate the environment’s impact on product performance. ESI Group’s products, which have a proven track record in manufacturing and have been combined in multi-trade value chains, represent a unique collaborative and open virtual engineering solution known as the Virtual Try-Out Space (VTOS), enabling virtual prototypes to be improved in a continuous and collaborative manner. This integrated protocol allows all the company’s solutions to work with each other and with applications developed by independent software vendors. By significantly reducing costs and development lead times and enabling product/process synergies, VTOS solutions offer major competitive advantage by progressively eliminating the need for physical prototypes during product development. The company generated sales of €62.2m in 2005, employs over 500 high-level specialists worldwide covering more than 30 countries. ESI Group is listed in Eurolist compartment C of Euronext Paris. For further information, visit

Virtual Try-Out Space® and VTOS® are registered trademarks of ESI Group. All other products, names or companies are the brands or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Compound Die Stamping

2013-08-16T04:18:00.001-07:00

Compound Die Stamping

Supported by our 250 ton press, Bishop Metal Stamping’s compound die stamping services are used to manufacture products like drag chains, air filters, garbage can lid locks, and coining, serving the marine, automotive and industrial air filtration industries, as well as the disposal sector for municipalities. We will manufacture in quantities from 100 to 100,000 units, including short run production, and also accept contract manufacturing business.

Our press runs compound stamping operations with up to a 14 in. press stroke and 42 in. x 30 in. beds, and produces parts with thickness from 0.005 in. to 7 gauges, within a tolerance of +/- 0.005 in. Options for our stamping features include flat, heat treated, surface critical, tapped, and threaded stamping. Materials we work with include aluminum, copper, and ferrous metals, and we can finish products with drilling, tapping, plating or other surface operations. Contact Bishop Metal today to learn more about our capabilities.

Specifications

Press Rating		10 - 250 tons

Production Volume		100 to unlimited

Press Speed		80 cycles/min

Maximum Press Stroke		14”

Maximum Press Bed Length		42”

Maximum Press Bed Width		30”

Part Length		Max: 20”

Part Width		Max: 20”

Part Diameter		Max: 24”

Part Thickness		005" up to 7 Gauge

Part Weight		Max: 40 lbs

Tolerance (+/-)		+- 0.005”

General Capabilities		Contract Manufacturing Custom Production Prototype

Industry Focus		Automotive Disposal for Municipalities Industrial air Filtration Marine

Intended Application		Air Filters Coining Drag Chains Garbage Can Lid Locks Truck Mirrors

Industry Standards		ISO Compliant

Production Method		(The raw stock is fed into a single die that has 2 or more stamping functions.) 5 Head Progressive Die Compound Die

Finishing Capabilities		Anodizing Drilling Plating Powder Coating Tapping

Materials		Aluminum Brass Bronze Carbon Steel Cobalt Steel Copper Ferrous

Secondary Operations		We have a Full Tool and Die Design and Fabrication Shop to Support Our Stamping Operations.

Stamping Features		Coated Countersunk Cruciform Embossed Enameled Flat Heat Treated Numbering Ornamental Shape Critical Strain Relief Surface Critical Tapped Threaded

Additional Services Provided		Consulting Design

File Formats		AutoCAD (DWG,DWZ) PDF

Stage Dies - Compound Die

2013-08-16T04:15:00.000-07:00

Stage Dies - Compound Die

Ming Chiang is founded in 1994 and specialized in manufacture of precision sheet metal stamping parts especially for the electronic industry. The process are including design, tooling, thread - cutting & wire - cutting, stamping / tapping, post - curing treatment, quality inspection, packaging & delivery and take "Punctual delivery" as first priority.
In order to reduce costs, we design, construct, repair and maintain all progressive dies right in our own factory. We provide a consulting service to help our customers in the selection of wide range of materials from ferrous to nonferrous, plastic and other exotic materials.
We provide OEM service if the field of all kind of Precision sheet metal stamping parts in material of Stainless Steel, steel, brass, aluminum. and other special alloy material.

ObjectsandElements

2013-08-16T04:11:00.001-07:00

                                                   ObjectsandElements

Curved surfaces show more reflections than flat and the result appears brighter and more pleasing to the eye. Also, when you work a piece of metal by shaping and filing you make it look much more appealing than a punched out flat piece.

Many things can be dapped to add interst and allow stacking. This photo shows just a few dapped items including sheet metal, tokens, stars, gears and more! Even a simple disk earring looks better if you slightly curve the surface.
Dapping uses a die and punches to create a curve in a disk of sheet metal. Dies are ususally a block that has depressions of various sizes on each side. They can be steel, copper or wood. Wood is a much more gentle die and will allow curving and softly move the metal. A high quality steel dap and die set is the most precise die and with a good set of punches can create very precise curves and even pods.

For a simple dapped disk, use a precut disk or cut one from sheet metal with a disc cutter or cut with a jeweler's saw or shears. Before dapping you need to anneal (heat with a torch to glowing) your metal and if you are going for a very deep dap you will need to anneal about every other hole to keep your piece from getting brittle and cracking.

Choose the largest hole in the die and the correct size punch for it. Put the disk in the hole and tap the punch with a hammer until the shape of the disk fits the die hole.


The cup should look smooth and even. If you want to make it more organic you will need to cut it out in a less precise shape before dapping.

If you want the curve deeper, anneal and put into a smaller hole, working your way down the sizes. Anneal between each change in size.

If you want a "lip" you can use a pair of chain nose pliers to curl the edge back.

A fun project to make with dapped disks is a ring. Drill a hole in the center by tapping with a center punch to make the correct spot and drill.

Using a premade ring band, put in a long screw and start stacking.

If you want to add more height use tubing that will fit over the screw to add height. You can cut with a jewler's saw on a bench pin or held in a tube cutting jig.

Finish your stack and top with the nut screwing it down as tight as you can. Snip the end off just above the nut. Put the ring on a ring mandrel so you have "metal to metal" and tap the end of the screw down to spread it so the nut is secure. Be careful not to break the glass! Use a brass screw it's softer than the steel one....

Sheet Metal Die Part

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Sheet Metal Die Part

These are cast components used in the die manufacturing in sheet metal industry. They are machined as per the designs and models given by customer. All the required parameters are held upto the mark so as to help in getting the final product as desired. These are all custom made components which call for a very sound technical team having a very good understanding of the applications of the job as well as the assembly.

Sheet metal testing machine (BUP 600)

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Sheet metal testing machine (BUP 600)

This fully PC-controlled multi-purpose hydraulic sheet metal forming machine, is designed for formability testing of sheet metals in accordance with the most common standards and procedures.
Features
Its main advantages are:

an easy and rapid inter-changeability of the test tools,
availability of tools for all well-known test standards and procedures,
low cylinder-piston frictions delivering accurate measurement acquisitions, and excellent reproducibility, and
numerous modular possibilities of extensions.

These features make this machine an excellent means for performing advanced research in studying forming processes and for validation of numerical models as well as for educational training of master’s and PhD candidates.

The machine has :

a 600 kN load capacity,
a maximum clamping force of 50 kN,
a maximum test stroke of 120 mm, and
a maximum test speed of 750 mm/min.
tooling for earing tests,
Nakajima and Marciniak-Kuczynski formability test set-ups,
square cup drawing tests, and
bulgetests.

Although the intention of the machine is to test sheet metals, it can also be applied with samples made of thermoplastics.
Additional equipment
The machine has been equipped with a pair of high resolution black and white Prosilica cameras GC2450, with a resolution of 2448x2050 pixels, and a frame rate of 15 fps at full resolution. The cameras are PCcontrolled by software for image acquisition. A frame has been built on the machine that allows easy positioning of the cameras and image acquisition during testing, thereby providing the opportunity for strain field measurement on the upper surface of the test pieces.

Applications

A multi-purpose hydraulic sheet metal forming machine with 600kN load capacity (Zwick/Roell BUP 600) and multiple forming tools can be used for evaluating mechanical deformation of sheet materials. Forming behavior has to be characterized, both for the modeling of newly developed products, and for quality assurance / production control. This machine is considered to be an ideal tool for advanced research on the fundamentals of forming and formability, for validation of constitutive models including fracture.

Lademo O-G, Engler O, Keller S, Berstad T, Pedersen KO, Hopperstad OS: Identification and validation of constitutive model and fracture criterion for AlMgSi alloy with application to sheet forming, Materials.

Rapid Prototyping Technology - Incremental Forming

2013-08-08T06:04:00.001-07:00

Rapid Prototyping Technology - Incremental Forming

Incremental forming is not a completely new process, but the modern application for this sheet metal forming technology using CNC controlled equipment is. The process works by clamping a piece of sheet metal in place over a simple form of the desired shape (often made from low-cost disposable materials). The forming tool, which is a rounded shaft is controlled by numeric controlled movement, slowly pushes on the sheet metal and locally deforming it. The continuously moving forming tool will incrementally accumulate the deformation and eventually form a shape in the sheet.
The main application for this rapid prototyping technology is in prototyping formed and shaped sheet metal components without needing a costly pressing or stamping tool. Other applications include rapid production of composite molds, vacuum forming molds, rotational molds, injection molds and even casting molds. The main limitations of this process are that it is a fairly slow process and thus suited to low volume production only, and that there is a minimum draft angle of 30 degrees required on the shape.

Roper Whitney Forming Stakes

2013-08-08T06:00:00.002-07:00

Roper Whitney Tools (Miscellaneous)

Roper Whitney Forming Stakes

Forming Stakes Series 900
Pexto sheet metal forming stakes are invaluable tools for the sheet metal craftsman. A variety of forged stell stakes and cast iron stakes are available individually, for use in a choice of bench plates.
The No. 964 set and holder combines the variety of forged steel stakes with a universal bench mounted holder.
Bench Plates/Stake Holders
A choice of bench plates/stake holders are offered to satisfy a variety of shop conditions.
The No. 981 and 982 are cast iron, machined-face plates, with the No. 982 71/2″ shorter.
The No. 985 steel cabinet is a 33-inch high free-standing base for the No. 982 bench plate, durably constructed.

Measuring the Plastic Strain Ratio of Sheet Metals

2013-08-08T01:28:00.000-07:00

Measuring the Plastic Strain Ratio of Sheet Metals

Drawing metal successfully relies, in part, on understanding precisely how the metal reacts to tensile forces. When subjected to tensile forces, a flat section of sheet material becomes thinner because of dimensional changes in its width and thickness. The ratio of the changes in width and thickness make up the plastic strain strain ratio.

Sheet metal forming operations vary from simple to difficult; at one end of the spectrum is bending; in the middle is stretching; and at the other end is deep drawing of complex parts. Regardless of the forming operation, the sheet material’s mechanical properties greatly influence its formability, which is a measure of the amount of deformation a material can withstand before excessive thinning or fracture occurs.
Determining how much a material can deform is necessary for designing a reproducible forming operation. Testing the incoming sheet material is also essential because material properties vary from coil to coil and affect the part quality and scrap rate.
>> Plastic Strain Ratio
The plastic strain ratio, r, is considered a direct measure of sheet metal’s drawability and is useful for evaluating materials intended for forming shapes by deep drawing. The r value is the ratio of the true strain in the width direction to the true strain in the thickness direction when a sheet material is pulled in uniaxial tension beyond its elastic limit (see the following figure).

Determining the plastic strain ratio is governed by ASTM E517 Standard Test Method for Plastic Strain Ratio r for Sheet Metal. The plastic strain ratio is calculated as shown in Equation 1:
r=e_w/e_t
Where:
True width strain e_w = ln(w_f/w_o)
True thickness strain e_t = ln(t_f/t_o)
w_f = Final width
w_o = Original width
t_f = Final thickness
t_o = Original thickness
Equation 1 shows that the r value is dependent on the ratio of width and thickness changes as the sample is pulled in tension. The word plastic in the phrase plastic strain ratio implies that you have exceeded the specimen’s elastic limit and that only the strain that induces plastic flow is considered in the calculation.
Because it is difficult to measure thickness changes accurately, it is assumed the volume of the specimen remains constant and the thickness strain is expressed as e_t = ln(L_ow_o/L_fw_f).
After substituting e_t into Equation 1 and inverting it to eliminate negative values, the plastic strain ratio is given by Equation 2
r = ln(w_o/w_f)/ln(L_fw_f/L_ow_o)
Where
L_f = Final length
L_o = Original length
Equation 2 enables you to calculate the plastic strain ratio either manually with a set of calipers or automatically with the use of two extensometers – one to measure the change in axial gauge length and the other to measure the change in width (see the following figure).

If you use the manual approach, it is necessary to measure with calipers the specimen width and the distance between gauge marks before testing. You pull the specimen to a strain less than maximum force (point D in the following figure), unload it, and measure the final width and gauge length.

If you use the automatic method, you can pull the specimen until it fractures (see the following figure). This enables you to determine the ultimate strength, yield strength, and elongation in the same pull, which saves time and money. To calculate the plastic strains using the automatic method, you must calculate and subtract the elastic strains from the measured strains.

>> Errors in Determining the Plastic Strain Ratio
If you were to perform an error analysis on Equation 2, you would find that the r value is much more sensitive to errors in width measurement than errors in length measurement. R values that are off by more than 40 percent are not unheard of. Furthermore, the reported values are always greater than the true value. The two primary sources of errors in width strain measurement are caused by:

Edge curling (the specimen’s edges curl along the length of the specimen as it is pulled)
Concentrated stresses (the sharp, knifelike edges on the extensometer create highly concentrated stresses that result in increased localized straining at the point of measurement).

Both sources of error result in greater width strains and higher r values
After each test you need to inspect the specimen to determine if it flat. Errors in the r value persist unless you compensate for the curling. Errors associated with sharp knife edges are easily eliminated by installing knife edges with rounded or flat surfaces at the point of contact.

>> Other Points to Consider
For many materials, the r value remains constant over the range of plastic strains up to the maximum force applied to the specimen. For some sheet materials, however, the r value varies with the applied axial strain. For such materials, you should report eh as-tested strain level.
Because rolled sheet metals develop planar anisotropy (characteristics that are directional), sample orientation can be significant to the measurement of the plastic strain ratio. Therefore, you must cut test specimens 0 degrees, 45 degrees, and 90 degrees respective to the rolling direction, and you must report the cut direction with each result.

Sheet Metal Cutting (Shearing)

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Sheet Metal Cutting (Shearing)

Cutting processes are those in which a piece of sheet metal is separated by applying a great enough force to caused the material to fail. The most common cutting processes are performed by applying a shearing force, and are therefore sometimes referred to as shearing processes. When a great enough shearing force is applied, the shear stress in the material will exceed the ultimate shear strength and the material will fail and separate at the cut location. This shearing force is applied by two tools, one above and one below the sheet. Whether these tools are a punch and die or upper and lower blades, the tool above the sheet delivers a quick downward blow to the sheet metal that rests over the lower tool. A small clearance is present between the edges of the upper and lower tools, which facilitates the fracture of the material. The size of this clearance is typically 2-10% of the material thickness and depends upon several factors, such as the specific shearing process, material, and sheet thickness.

The effects of shearing on the material change as the cut progresses and are visible on the edge of the sheared material. When the punch or blade impacts the sheet, the clearance between the tools allows the sheet to plastically deform and "rollover" the edge. As the tool penetrates the sheet further, the shearing results in a vertical burnished zone of material. Finally, the shear stress is too great and the material fractures at an angle with a small burr formed at the edge. The height of each of these portions of the cut depends on several factors, including the sharpness of the tools and the clearance between the tools.

Sheared edge

A variety of cutting processes that utilize shearing forces exist to separate or remove material from a piece of sheet stock in different ways. Each process is capable of forming a specific type of cut, some with an open path to separate a portion of material and some with a closed path to cutout and remove that material. By using many of these processes together, sheet metal parts can be fabricated with cutouts and profiles of any 2D geometry. Such cutting processes include the following:

Shearing - Separating material into two parts
Blanking - Removing material to use for parts
Conventional blanking
Fine blanking
Punching - Removing material as scrap
Piercing
Slotting
Perforating
Notching
Nibbling
Lancing
Slitting
Parting
Cutoff
Trimming
Shaving
Dinking

Shearing

As mentioned above, several cutting processes exist that utilize shearing force to cut sheet metal. However, the term "shearing" by itself refers to a specific cutting process that produces straight line cuts to separate a piece of sheet metal. Most commonly, shearing is used to cut a sheet parallel to an existing edge which is held square, but angled cuts can be made as well. For this reason, shearing is primarily used to cut sheet stock into smaller sizes in preparation for other processes. Shearing has the following capabilities:

Sheet thickness: 0.005-0.25 inches
Tolerance: ±0.1 inches (±0.005 inches feasible)
Surface finish: 250-1000 μin (125-2000 μin feasible)

The shearing process is performed on a shear machine, often called a squaring shear or power shear, that can be operated manually (by hand or foot) or by hydraulic, pneumatic, or electric power. A typical shear machine includes a table with support arms to hold the sheet, stops or guides to secure the sheet, upper and lower straight-edge blades, and a gauging device to precisely position the sheet. The sheet is placed between the upper and lower blade, which are then forced together against the sheet, cutting the material. In most devices, the lower blade remains stationary while the upper blade is forced downward. The upper blade is slightly offset from the lower blade, approximately 5-10% of the sheet thickness. Also, the upper blade is usually angled so that the cut progresses from one end to the other, thus reducing the required force. The blades used in these machines typically have a square edge rather than a knife-edge and are available in different materials, such as low alloy steel and high-carbon steel.

Shearing

Blanking

Blanking is a cutting process in which a piece of sheet metal is removed from a larger piece of stock by applying a great enough shearing force. In this process, the piece removed, called the blank, is not scrap but rather the desired part. Blanking can be used to cutout parts in almost any 2D shape, but is most commonly used to cut workpieces with simple geometries that will be further shaped in subsequent processes. Often times multiple sheets are blanked in a single operation. Final parts that are produced using blanking include gears, jewelry, and watch or clock components. Blanked parts typically require secondary finishing to smooth out burrs along the bottom edge.

The blanking process requires a blanking press, sheet metal stock, blanking punch, and blanking die. The sheet metal stock is placed over the die in the blanking press. The die, instead of having a cavity, has a cutout in the shape of the desired part and must be custom made unless a standard shape is being formed. Above the sheet, resides the blanking punch which is a tool in the shape of the desired part. Both the die and punch are typically made from tool steel or carbide. The hydraulic press drives the punch downward at high speed into the sheet. A small clearance, typically 10-20% of the material thickness, exists between the punch and die. When the punch impacts the sheet, the metal in this clearance quickly bends and then fractures. The blank which has been sheared from the stock now falls freely into the gap in the die. This process is extremely fast, with some blanking presses capable of performing over 1000 strokes per minute.

Blanking

Fine blanking

Fine blanking is a specialized type of blanking in which the blank is sheared from the sheet stock by applying 3 separate forces. This technique produces a part with better flatness, a smoother edge with minimal burrs, and tolerances as tight as ±0.0003. As a result, high quality parts can be blanked that do not require any secondary operations. However, the additional equipment and tooling does add to the initial cost and makes fine blanking better suited to high volume production. Parts made with fine blanking include automotive parts, electronic components, cutlery, and power tools.

Most of the equipment and setup for fine blanking is similar to conventional blanking. The sheet stock is still placed over a blanking die inside a hydraulic press and a blanking punch will impact the sheet to remove the blank. As mentioned above, this is done by the application of 3 forces. The first is a downward holding force applied to the top of the sheet. A clamping system holds a guide plate tightly against the sheet and is held in place with an impingement ring, sometimes called a stinger, that surrounds the perimeter of the blanking location. The second force is applied underneath the sheet, directly opposite the punch, by a "cushion". This cushion provides a counterforce during the blanking process and later ejects the blank. These two forces reduce bending of the sheet and improve the flatness of the blank. The final force is provided by the blanking punch impacting the sheet and shearing the blank into the die opening. In fine blanking, the clearance between the punch and the die is smaller, around 0.001 inches, and the blanking is performed at slower speeds. As a result, instead of the material fracturing to free the blank, the blank flows and is extruded from the sheet, providing a smoother edge.

Fine blanking

Punching

Punching is a cutting process in which material is removed from a piece of sheet metal by applying a great enough shearing force. Punching is very similar to blanking except that the removed material, called the slug, is scrap and leaves behind the desired internal feature in the sheet, such as a hole or slot. Punching can be used to produce holes and cutouts of various shapes and sizes. The most common punched holes are simple geometric shapes (circle, square, rectangle, etc.) or combinations thereof. The edges of these punched features will have some burrs from being sheared but are of fairly good quality. Secondary finishing operations are typically performed to attain smoother edges.

The punching process requires a punch press, sheet metal stock, punch, and die. The sheet metal stock is positioned between the punch and die inside the punch press. The die, located underneath the sheet, has a cutout in the shape of the desired feature. Above the sheet, the press holds the punch, which is a tool in the shape of the desired feature. Punches and dies of standard shapes are typically used, but custom tooling can be made for punching complex shapes. This tooling, whether standard or custom, is usually made from tool steel or carbide. The punch press drives the punch downward at high speed through the sheet and into the die below. There is a small clearance between the edge of the punch and the die, causing the material to quickly bend and fracture. The slug that is punched out of the sheet falls freely through the tapered opening in the die. This process can be performed on a manual punch press, but today computer numerical controlled (CNC) punch presses are most common. A CNC punch press can be hydraulically, pneumatically, or electrically powered and deliver around 600 punches per minute. Also, many CNC punch presses utilize a turret that can hold up to 100 different punches which are rotated into position when needed.

Punching

A typical punching operation is one in which a cylindrical punch tool pierces the sheet metal, forming a single hole. However, a variety of operations are possible to form different features. These operations include the following:

Piercing - The typical punching operation, in which a cylindrical punch pierces a hole into the sheet.
Slotting - A punching operation that forms rectangular holes in the sheet. Sometimes described as piercing despite the different shape.
Perforating - Punching a close arrangement of a large number of holes in a single operation.
Notching - Punching the edge of a sheet, forming a notch in the shape of a portion of the punch.
Nibbling - Punching a series of small overlapping slits or holes along a path to cutout a larger contoured shape. This eliminates the need for a custom punch and die but will require secondary operations to improve the accuracy and finish of the feature.
Lancing - Creating a partial cut in the sheet, so that no material is removed. The material is left attached to be bent and form a shape, such as a tab, vent, or louver.
Slitting - Cutting straight lines in the sheet. No scrap material is produced.
Parting - Separating a part from the remaining sheet, by punching away the material between parts.
Cutoff - Separating a part from the remaining sheet, without producing any scrap. The punch will produce a cut line that may be straight, angled, or curved.
Trimming - Punching away excess material from the perimeter of a part, such as trimming the flange from a drawn cup.
Shaving - Shearing away minimal material from the edges of a feature or part, using a small die clearance. Used to improve accuracy or finish. Tolerances of ±0.001 inches are possible.
Dinking - A specialized form of piercing used for punching soft metals. A hollow punch, called a dinking die, with beveled, sharpened edges presses the sheet into a block of wood or soft metal.

Turning Two into One: Safely Separating Double Blanks

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Turning Two into One: Safely Separating Double Blanks

When automatically feeding raw sheets, sheet metal parts, blanks and other flat workpieces into forming machines, it is important to separate components and ensure that they are fed in individually to prevent damage to the machines. In conjunction with commercially available sensors, the double-blank detection unit DBD from vacuum technology specialist J. Schmalz does just that – precisely and reliably.

: Double-blank detection unit DBD

When you are automatically destacking metal sheets so that they can be fed into the forming machine, it is critical to ensure that sheets are fed into the system one at a time. If two or more sheets are fed into the system, this can result in machine downtime or in the worst case, damage to workpieces. This can result in expensive production failures and labor-intensive repairs. To prevent this from happening, Schmalz developed the double blank detection unit DBD.
The DBD is equipped with a replaceable bell-shaped suction ring made of the wear-resistant and oil-resistant material NBR. The sensor ring is equipped with a sensor holder in which you can install any commercially available M42 (or M36) double sheet sensor. The DBD sensor bracket is both flexible and spring-mounted: This facilitates precise positioning of the sensor and reduces erroneous signals. In addition, this compensates for differences in height, including uneven areas and different sheet surfaces while preventing springs from breaking. By separating the vacuum and sensor circuits, it is possible to prevent leakage in the sensor screw connection. Here, the user benefits from maximum process stability and energy efficiency. The DBD is available with different tooling connections, including quick-change coupling, and facilitates quick, hassle-free installation on loading robots, press feeders or destackers.

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Superoll Head

Superhero Head Specifications Tool Diameter - A (Adjustment)0.287 ∼ 0.276 inches (7.30 ∼ 7.00 mm) Roller ModelSPMR 4 x 15 Roller Quantity5 Head Part NumberSPMH725 Frame Part NumberSPMF725 Guide Part NumberSPMG725 REQUEST FOR QUOTE

Product Line Description

Superoll heads are adjustable to 0.001 inches (0.025 mm).An assortment of Superoll heads are available for processing OD surfaces up to 26 mm in diameter.

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Ultrasonic Cleaner Handles Large, Heavy Parts with Pneumatic Lift

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Maximum Press Bed Length

Maximum Press Bed Width

Part Length

Part Width

Part Diameter

Part Thickness

Part Weight

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Stage Dies - Compound Die

Stage Dies - Compound Die

ObjectsandElements

Sheet Metal Die Part

Sheet Metal Die Part

Sheet metal testing machine (BUP 600)

Sheet metal testing machine (BUP 600)

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Rapid Prototyping Technology - Incremental Forming

Rapid Prototyping Technology - Incremental Forming

Roper Whitney Forming Stakes

Roper Whitney Forming Stakes

Measuring the Plastic Strain Ratio of Sheet Metals

Sheet Metal Cutting (Shearing)

Sheet Metal Cutting (Shearing)

Shearing

Blanking

Punching

Turning Two into One: Safely Separating Double Blanks

Turning Two into One: Safely Separating Double Blanks

Superhero

Head

Specifications

Tool Diameter - A (Adjustment) 0.287 ∼ 0.276 inches (7.30 ∼ 7.00 mm)

Roller Model SPMR 4 x 15

Roller Quantity 5

Head Part Number SPMH725

Frame Part Number SPMF725

Guide Part Number SPMG725

REQUEST FOR QUOTE

Superoll heads are adjustable to 0.001 inches (0.025 mm).
An assortment of Superoll heads are available for processing OD surfaces up to 26 mm in diameter.