Monthly Archives: August 2018

Coil Fed Laser Blanking coming to SET Chicago

Posted on August 30, 2018 by dannyeqs

Blanking Without Dies at SET Enterprises using coil-fed strip using Schuler’s Dynamic Flow Technology Continue reading →

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Stamping Higher-Strength Steels Seminar – Sept 12/13 in Nashville

Posted on August 27, 2018 by dannyeqs

Join me, PMA, IRMCO, and Coe Press to learn what makes higher strength steels different and learn some strategies to process them effectively. Continue reading →

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FMEA Failure Modes & Effects Analysis in Sheet Metal Forming

Posted on August 24, 2018 by dannyeqs

Dimensional variability. Random splits. Surface waves. Any of these can cause big production headaches. Scrambling to fix the problems can lead to a host of other issues.  See my article on FMEA Failure Modes & Effects Analysis in the January … Continue reading →

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Terms in the Sheet Metal Industry

Posted on August 22, 2018 by dannyeqs

You might think that you know what you’re asking for, but when talking with your supplier, it’s important that you both use the same language to be sure you’ll get what you need. See my article on the meanings of … Continue reading →

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Limitations of Ordering AISI 1008/1010

Posted on August 20, 2018 by dannyeqs

Not getting what you need from your 1008/1010 #steel? Read about the limitations of ordering AISI 1008/1010, and why you might need to change to something like SAE J2329 for more consistent performance – March 2018 issue of @Metalforming from … Continue reading →

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