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The press brake is one of the most versatile machines on the fabricating floor but, as with all heavy machinery, press brakes can be dangerous if used unsafely. Whether mechanic or hydraulic, press brakes form, punch or shear metals and other materials using high pressure which can injure workers during the operating or cleaning process, from heavy bruising to loss of limbs. At pslaser Machinery, ...
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How Do Hydraulic Technology Systems Work? What is the Science Behind Hydraulic Systems? Hydraulic systems are powered by liquid – specifically by moving and pressurised liquids that are used to move or lift things. Machinery that uses this technology transfers force from one area to another, using a non-compressible fluid. This means that the fluid cannot be compressed – that is, its volume or den...
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Press Brake (Metalworking) A press brake is a machine tool for bending sheet and plate material, most commonly sheet metal. It forms predetermined bends by clamping the work-piece between a matching punch and die. Typically, two C-frames form the sides of the press brake, connected to a table at the bottom and on a movable beam at the top. The bottom tool is mounted on the table with the top ...
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Why Deburring Is Important for Metal Fabrication Projects Metal fabrication is more than just cutting a part; it’s an all-encompassing process of conceptualization, design, iteration, prepping, cutting and post-processing. All team members must take meticulous steps to ensure that every step is completed correctly. An important step that is commonly overlooked is post-processing. This article will...
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Tips to Stay Safe When Operating a Hydraulic Press Hydraulic presses are incredibly versatile machines. The tools can manipulate various materials into different shapes. Therefore, people can find hydraulic presses in machine shops around the world. As essential as these devices are, they can also put operators in harm’s way if they don’t take the proper precautions. This article will de...
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Metal fabrication shops manipulate sheet metal in many different ways to create the sizes, shapes, and appearances their customers desire. Anytime these operations cut metal to specific measurements, they are preparing a customized product. They commonly use these five custom sheet metal fabrication techniques to produce the required metal forms. Rolling In its most fundamental form, the metals th...
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