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Paul Williams
Hill Engineering Inc.
373 Randy Road
Carol Stream, IL 60188
630-834-4430
Changing the point of attack
- By Paul Williams
- Dec 8, 2010
- Tube and Pipe Production
- Article
For inline cutoff, tube and pipe producers typically use a mechanically driven, single-blade device. This type of cutoff unit is good for most applications, but in many specialized cases, it might not produce good results. Square or rectangular tubes, heavy walls, and lockseam tubing present cutoff challenges that call for a hydraulic unit or a swing blade.
- From The Fabricator
Rotary punching revisited
- By Paul Williams
- Aug 6, 2009
- Roll Forming
- Article
New ways to increase production, reduce labor costs, and maximize floor space may be found by revisiting a 50-year old technology—rotary punching. Many part features and patterns can be punched and formed using pull-through rotary units at up to 300 feet per minute(FPM) in materials as thick as 1/16 inch. In addition, cam technology allows rotary punching and forming of material thicknesses up to 0.105 in. (12 gauge). Servo drives empower line speeds as fast as 650 (FPM).
- From The Fabricator
Is metal roofing fabrication right for your shop?
- By Paul Williams
- Apr 10, 2007
- Roll Forming
- Article
When deciding whether to produce roofing panels, you need to determine your ROI, based on if you can use existing equipment or need new equipment, the required panel appearance; possible line configuration; and material handling options.
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- Podcast:
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- Published:
- 04/16/2024
- Running Time:
- 63:29
In this episode of The Fabricator Podcast, Caleb Chamberlain, co-founder and CEO of OSH Cut, discusses his company’s...
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