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MetalForming
May 2023 | Volume 57 — Number 5
Cover Story
Features
Motion-Control Technology Aids Precision
Automotive Manufacturing
...via operation of a hydraulic die cushion that meshes with press-ram movement and force to produce precise parts quickly.
Windows-Based Press Controls
Special Section
Fabrication
22 News & Technology
24 OJTPressBrake Training Elevated from Thumb Twiddler to Rule of Thumb
In looking to its internal DNA of workers to fill job openings in a growing press brake department, metal fabricator the Metalworking Group turned to the National Institute of Metalworking Skills to help develop and implement a new pay-for-skills program based on three specific roles.
28 DustCollection for Laser Welding and Cutting
The correct design approach to dust collection in laser-led fabricating operations avoids safety hazards, potential equipment damage and product-quality issues.
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Software and hardware advances spur new,
innovative methods for part and material
movement on shop floors. Here’s a look. 34
The Path Toward Oil-Free
Metalworking Fluids
Metalworking fluids use less oil than they used to, but cost factors and a lack of effective water-soluble additives keep oil in the picture for now.
...enable this metal forming-plant production manager to perform what he calls “tool and die CSI” (an homage to the television series) as he looks to quickly—and accurately—diagnose production issues.
Automation, Industry 4.0 Driving Advanced
Material Handling Solutions
18 Spotlighton Die-Development, Stamping- Process Software
Here’s a collection of new software developments related to stamping die and process development.
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Commentaries
Editorial
A High Say:Do Ratio— Internally and Externally Brad Kuvin
Tooling by Design
What Does a Tool and Die Maker Do?
Peter Ulintz
Metal Matters
Alloy-Property Variability Belongs in Your Workforce- Development Plans
Daniel J. Schaeffler, Ph.D.
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