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Punching and Other Holemaking - Page 10
- From The Fabricator
Technavio report highlights global punch laser market
- Jun 11, 2018
- Product Release
Technavio offers the market research report “Global Punch Laser Machine Market 2018-2022,” which presents a comprehensive analysis of the market based on product segments such as fiber laser, CO2 laser, and solid-state laser. The report analyzes the market’s growth prospects in various...
- From The Fabricator
5 principles of preservation for punching AHSS
- By Jeremy Edson
- May 31, 2018
- Article
A tool takes a beating when it is forming advanced high-strength steels (AHSS), and a punch typically is the first item to wear. Shifting the design focus to extending tool life is the optimal way to increase productivity. The right tool steel, machining and hardening, tool design, process re-engineering, and coatings can go a long way in extending tool life.
- From The Fabricator
Wilson Tool International’s QuickTap tapping tool available in D station size
- Apr 25, 2018
- Product Release
Wilson Tool International® has announced that the QuickTap™ tapping tool is available for the D station as well as the previously available C station size.Manufactured for thick-turret punch press machines, the tool runs in the punch press, allowing users to eliminate secondary hole-threading...
- From The Fabricator
DB130 Advance solid-carbide microdrill from Walter delivers precision
- Apr 24, 2018
- Product Release
Walter has introduced the DB130 Advance, its smallest solid-carbide microdrill with diameters from 0.004 to 0.06 in. With a point angle of 118 degrees and a cylindrical shank, the drill meets DIN 1899 standards, states the manufacturer. The micrograin carbide enables optimum cutting-edge formation...
- From The Fabricator
Suhner Polydrill multiple-spindle heads help increase productivity
- Apr 13, 2018
- Product Release
Suhner offers Polydrill multiple-spindle heads. The standard, multioperation heads help increase productivity and output, the company states.
The line includes adjustable heads for two, three, and four spindles in six different capacities.
- From The Fabricator
Hougen’s HMD2MT portable magnetic drill accepts accessories for tapping, reaming
- Apr 2, 2018
- Product Release
Hougen Mfg. Inc. offers the HMD2MT portable magnetic drill. The new model features a #2 Morse taper arbor system, allowing it to accept accessories such as a tapping adapter, reamers, twist drills, a chuck adapter, and countersinking tools. The drill also includes an adapter to use annular cutters...
- From The Fabricator
Heavy-duty sheet metal punching with the modern mechanical punch press
- By Dennis Niesborella
- Mar 30, 2018
- Article
Determining the best punch press for the job should always hinge on the application and the ROI you need. Learn more about heavy-duty sheet metal punching here.
- From The Fabricator
Mate introduces QCT Metric A and B station punch drivers
- Mar 12, 2018
- Product Release
Mate has announced the availability of its QCT Metric™ A and B station punch drivers. These long-stem punches also are known as Mate Original Style or Amada Style. The punch drivers use the company’s QCT™ punch-retention system. They may be used on rounds or shapes. The punch inserts are made...
- From The Fabricator
Driving shop productivity with the right punches and dies
- By Jeremy Edson
- Mar 8, 2018
- Article
Tool failure is a stamping operation’s No. 1 enemy. Selecting the right tool steels, coatings, surface enhancements, and designs can increase productivity and quality.
- From The Fabricator
FlexArm pneumatic tapping package is portable, works without air
- Mar 6, 2018
- Product Release
FlexArm Inc. has introduced a mobile tapping package that allows operators to tap holes wherever needed in the shop. . This package includes the GH-18-1 tapping arm with a tap capacity of #6 to 5/8 in., a reach from 17 to 72 in., variable speed from 100 to 420 RPM, 360-degree movement, and a...
- From The Fabricator
Ficep’s Rapid 16 CNC angle drill features direct-drive spindles
- Mar 1, 2018
- Product Release
Ficep Corp. offers the Rapid 16 CNC angle drill line. It incorporates direct-drive drill spindles, each with an automatic tool changer and subaxis positioning so both spindles are engaged even when the holes are not in alignment. The system also is equipped with automatic hole deburring, notching,...
- From The Fabricator
Forming on the modern punch press: sheet metal fabrication’s Swiss army knife
- By John Ripka
- Feb 26, 2018
- Article
A punch press isn’t just a punch press anymore. A Swiss army knife of metal fabrication, the punch press now can mark, deburr, and form. And when it comes to forming, the opportunities abound.
- From The Fabricator
EVS Metal adds turret punch press at Texas facility
- Feb 12, 2018
- News Release
Precision metal fabricator EVS Metal, Riverdale, N.J., has taken delivery of a new Amada EMK 3612 M2 turret punch press at its Pflugerville, Texas, precision metal fabrication facility. It will be used with the Amada ASR 3015N to allow for automated material load and unload and eventually...
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Wilson Tool launches new Spanish-language website
- Jan 23, 2018
- News Release
White Bear Lake, Minn.-based Wilson Tool Intl., a manufacturer of tooling systems for punch presses, press brakes, and punch and die components for the stamping and tableting industries, has launched a new website at www.wilsontool.com/es-mx for Spanish-speaking customers. The site provides unique...
- From The Fabricator
Beckwood Press to supply punching press to Dahlstrom Roll Form
- Jan 19, 2018
- News Release
St. Louis-based Beckwood Press Co., a manufacturer of custom hydraulic presses, automation systems, and forming equipment, has been awarded a contract by Dahlstrom Roll Form, Jamestown, N.Y., to design and manufacture a 75-ton, high-speed punching press. With a 30- by 50-in. forming area and a...
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