Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Sheet Metal",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Free design software supports Linux range from
CAD Schroer, which we summarised at the time by saying "Medusa4 Personal users can benefit from additional functionality and support for the current versions of CentOS, Fedora, Mandriva, RedHat, SuSE and Ubuntu Linux".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release CAD software receives press design update from
Delcam: "Delcam Toolmaker CAD software's deep-draw press tool design updates shorten design time by providing dedicated functionality for many of the tasks involved in preparing the tooling".
In December 2007, we covered the news from Rodriguez (UK)
concerning its Framo Morat Compacta
- take a look at Geared motor slips into position precisely
which says: "Compact geared motor is ideal for repeatable positioning and reversing tasks in applications where space is at a premium".
Take a look also at the news release from Crucible Industrial Design, Striking box design gives comms console an edge,
as well as Important changes to guard interlocking standard from Pilz Automation Technology,
and Metalworkers are explicit about 3D modelling from CoCreate Software.
See also:
CAD software used for biofuel project
(November 2007)
Bouldin and Lawson's process yields a wood pulp-like substance called Fluff, used for everything from construction material to park benches to potting material for plants
CNC cuts lead times for navy supplier
(October 2007)
Radbend CNC allows Aish to carry out all the programming for the press brake from the design office, enabling the machine to be in constant use
CAD software speeds lift design
(October 2007)
SolidWorks 3D CAD software has allowed Bramptons Lift Manufacturers to boost its production of lifts from 75 to 200 each year
Software eases product development
(September 2007)
The CoCreate OneSpace Suite helped a German company shorten development cycles dramatically and expanded its product portfolio for new markets
Refrigerator manufacturer makes CAD choice
(September 2007)
Foster Refrigerator standardised on SolidWorks to speed new product design and reduce costs for the hundreds of different customised models it sells
Stud provides accurate positioning
(August 2007)
The stud fasteners are ideal for dynamic, static and shock load applications in materials from 0.6 to 4.0mm thick
Bearings offer increased lifespans
(August 2007)
Schaeffler's X-life FAG E1 spherical roller thrust bearings suffer less wear due to optimised lubricant film formation
Sheetmetal course tackles springback
(July 2007)
The Springback Seminar will present methods for high-quality springback prediction in virtual forming simulation
Fastener guide provides new levels of information
(July 2007)
Northern Precision's 40-page fastener book contains detailed technical drawings, specifications and photographs illustrating the ranges available
Rivet copes with tough marine environments
(June 2007)
MEMFast can make and supply rivet studs to individual customers' requirements, ranging from M4 to M10, in all body styles and stud lengths in small, medium and large quantities
Engineering references relaunched
(June 2007)
The Roebuck Zeus Chart fits inside a shirt pocket and with its laminated pages will not pick up dirt, grease or oil
Application optimises material yield
(May 2007)
Easyblank is free to download and use, and reports can be purchased online
Piercing nut improves reliability
(May 2007)
Users of the PIAS piercing nut system no longer have to suffer the effects of noxious fumes resulting from the welding process
Tooling installs nonstructructural rivets
(May 2007)
Alcoa Fastening Systems' Marson V-series tooling is aimed at low-volume rivet users like assembly practitioners, coachbuilders and fabricators
Piercing nuts handle 4mm sheet metal
(May 2007)
Piasohn piercing nuts allow users to fasten sheet metal up to 4mm thick, and in case of aluminium even up to 5mm
Motor feedback encoders offer good repeatability
(May 2007)
Sick Stegmann XKS motor feedback wire draw encoders make it possible to receive commutation, speed regulation and position information from a single device and eight wires
Welding unit suits thin metals
(May 2007)
The Murex Autolynx 4i MIG sheet metal welding solution provides absolute control and consistency of all welding parameters
Fasteners go on show
(April 2007)
Profil UK's SBF ball pin fastener incorporates a cold forged 10mm diameter head that is compatible with industry-standard gas springs
Linear actuator offers high positional accuracy
(April 2007)
Schaeffler's MKUVE20-KGT linear actuator is ideal for moving moderate loads with high positional accuracy
News on the Sheet metal forming simulation from StampingSimulation.com
(April 2007)
It is important to understand the difference between the calculation methods used in sheet metal forming simulation
Road show visits software users
(April 2007)
CAD Schroer Group (CSG) upcoming road show will highlight groundbreaking productivity tools, including the MPDS4 Factory Layout software
PLM introduced by battery company
(April 2007)
After integrating CoCreate products BM - Battery Machines has an integrated product development environment at its disposal
Fastener offers high-strength pivot points
(April 2007)
Profil's SBF ball pin fastener provides a fast and cost-effective method of achieving high-strength pivot points in sheet metal components
Metal stamping website launches promotion
(April 2007)
The Formability Check promotion allows businesses who are new to forming simulation to sample the power of the technology first hand without risk, cost or obligation
Indexing plunger saves space and money
(April 2007)
Users fitting the GN822 indexing plunger simply pull back the plunger knob to reveal a hex head, and M8 or M10 thread suitable for mounting even in thin sheet metal of 3.5mm or 4mm
Assembly solutions showcased at fastening expo
(April 2007)
Profil's fastening solutions presentation at the Fastening Solutions Exhibition will focus on its ability to accurately install high-strength, male or female threads in components up to 4.0mm thick
Sensors monitor cold forming
(March 2007)
To eliminate faulty joins, Kistler has introduced systems using piezoelectric sensors to monitor cold forming processes off-line and on-line
Self-clinching bearings aid imaging business
(March 2007)
Spyraflo bearings self-clinch directly into sheet metal therefore removing the need for expensive precision-machined blocks
Nut mounts M6 steel threads
(March 2007)
Profil UK's URN nut will be exhibited for the first time in the UK on Stand G8 at the Midlands Manufacturing Show which takes place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on 18-19 April 2007
Testing device checks mandrel properties
(March 2007)
The device includes tooling for tensile testing, shear testing, and for testing the fastening capability of the mandrel
Nut offers fast and reliable fastening
(February 2007)
The URN nut offers a fast and reliable method of mounting M6 steel threads in sheet metal components up to 1.9 mm thick
Manufacturing solution aid digital prototyping
(February 2007)
Manufacturing solutions help customers redefine the product development process by experiencing their ideas before they are real
Wire draw encoders are simple and effective
(February 2007)
Compact encoder provides precise linear position or distance information for paths up to 5m in length with repeatability to +/-3 measuring steps at speeds to 3.5m/s
Tandem actuator reaches 3m/s
(February 2007)
Schaeffler UK has extended its range of tandem actuators to include a unit with a maximum speed of 3m/s