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MetalForming Magazine
Cover Article
Custom-Embossed Stainless Panels Shine Brightly in the Manhattan Skyline
Metalformer Todrin Laser Industries tackled a high-end architectural job requiring critical-tolerance embossing of exterior wall panels. Collaboration with its press builder and tooling supplier yielded results that could
not be more magnificent.
Articles
Stamper Goes Hydraulic for Heavy-Duty Work
by Lou KrenWith part orders demanding ever-greater press tonnage, this Lone Star metalformer met success with a Texas-tough 1000-ton hydraulic press.
Smarter Motion Controls Promise Better Hydraulic-Press Performance
by Bill Savela,On new presses or as retrofits, advanced-technology motion controls offer improved positioning and force control, paving the way for higher part quality and press productivity while cutting maintenance costs.
What Will Revised ANSI Standards Mean to You?
by James G. Barrett Jr.The revised voluntary ANSI B11.1-2008 standards for mechanical-power presses will be published in 2008. Heres whats new and what it will takeand costto comply.
Turret Press Opens Window of Opportunity for Appliance Supplier
by Brad KuvinA long-time supplier of porcelain-enameled and stamped appliance parts turns to sheetmetal fabricationand a new servo-electric turret punch pressto keep up with evolving demands for shorter part runs and frequent engineering changes.
Tooling Technology
In-Die Sensing Makes Good Sense
by Brad KuvinImplementing in-die sensing helps stampers protect precious press time and avoid unplanned downtime, particularly as suppliers develop smaller sensors with longer ranges, sensors to detect color, and wireless technology.
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