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February 26, 2004

Selecting the right tungsten But this isn't as true anymore, as the welding industry has shifted toward using inverter-based AC GTAW machines that incorporate square wave technology. Selecting the right tungsten becomes an increasingly critical issue with inverter technology to maximize its benefits. In the past pure... Read more...

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February 12, 2004

Selecting a stamping die pressure system, Part II Selecting a stamping die's pressure system can be a critical decision. Many questions must be answered to determine what type of pressure system best suits your application. This article is Part II of a two-part series that focuses on the different systems available, as well as the advantages... Read more...

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January 13, 2004

Structural tube on campus A Sculptor and an Architect Carpenter specializes in large-scale public installations, including architectural sculptures and infrastructural items. He studied architectural glass art under artists in England and Germany, and this experience is reflected in his use of glass and light,... Read more...

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October 9, 2003

Using finite element analysis to roll-form tubes Figure 1 Roll forming causes yield stress, flow stress, and hardness variations in material properties around a tube's circumference. These variations may lead to premature bursting or excessive thinning in hydroformed parts. This makes it necessary to determine the effect roll forming... Read more...

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July 10, 2003

Examining the effects of push assist on the formability of aluminum tubes A cold forming process, bending influences the tube's properties and consequently its formability in subsequent hydroforming. Because plastic deformation in the cross section of a tube is not uniform during bending, the wall thickness decreases on the outside of the bend (in the tension zone)... Read more...

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June 12, 2003

Looking to the future The decision to produce cut-to-length steel and blanks at the new plant arose from regional stampers' and other manufacturers' need for these products. Designing a Custom Facility Once committed to building a new plant in the Southeast, Thompson's management began planning the... Read more...

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December 13, 2001

Keeping pace with today's punching requirements Figure 1 The punch, die, and stripper's function still is to punch holes that are a specific size and shape into sheet metal in a specific location. The quest for accurately punched holes, top-quality piece parts, and long tool life can be a positive experience when you consider your... Read more...

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June 15, 2001

Resisting cracking, deformation, and premature wear: Powder metallurgical steels provide an alternative to conventional tool steels Many pressworking applications require that punch and die components withstand severe loading conditions and long production runs. Under these circumstances, conventional tool steel grades such as American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) A2, S7, or D2 may not provide the necessary compressive... Read more...

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May 15, 2001

Appliance industry takes a shine to powder blank technology Among European, Pacific Rim, and U.S. appliance makers and other manufacturers with large-scale, appliance-grade finishing requirements, the use of powder blank line coating systems has grown steadily during the past 10 years. A powder blank coating line supplies coated blanks... Read more...

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