Progressive Die vs. Transfer Die Stamping: What is the Difference?
Working in the die stamping sector, there are a pair of press working techniques that dominate the industry. Asked to choose between them, a press technician can’t very well make that decision until the pros and cons of the two […]
High Quality Dies and Punches Require Top-Notch CAD/CAM Technology
State-of-the-art strides in CAD/CAM technology have spurred die and punch manufacturing developments at an unprecedented pace. In light of these technologically-driven tool forming developments, we feel an obligation to check out some of the more promising tech trends. Starting with […]
Punch and Die Equipment Maintenance: Why is Proper Lubrication Important?
Kicking off with a straightforward explanation, one that forming equipment maintenance professionals know all too well, oily films neutralize friction. If there’s little to no friction during a machine’s operating stroke, then there’s less wear and less broken parts to […]
Factors that Determine Metal Punching Quality
If a multi-tonnage press snaps down at breakneck speed, will a punch eject a razor-sharp blank? Not necessarily, not if there are certain quality-attenuating factors hindering the process. For one thing, what kind of shape is the die in? If […]
What is a J-Hook in Punch and How Can It Be Prevented?
A J-hook is a type of punch deformity, one that occurs due to tool wear. It’s a shape, a wear pattern that appears as an inward-curling burr of punch tip metal. Left like this, the tool will pick and snag […]