Heat Treatment Process for CNC Machined Metal Parts
Computer numerical control (CNC) machining is a type of manufacturing process that utilises pre-programmed software in determining the movement of tools and pieces of equipment. With this type of manufacturing process, stock material such as metal, plastic, and wood can […]
Types of Punches and their Notable Applications
Punches or punch tools are small and narrow hard metal rods that feature a narrow sharp point or flat face on one end and a broad flat surface at the other. The narrow part of these tools is normally pointed […]
Things to Consider When Choosing a Tool Steel Grade
Manufacturing industries that are involved in making different types of cutting tools, hand tools, machine dies, and others typically maximise the properties of tool steels. Tool steels are carbon alloy steels that are known for their hardness, abrasion resistance, and […]
The Principles in Achieving Successful Punching
The whole process of punching may be straightforward. However, a successful punching can be difficult to achieve if some of the required elements are not optimised for the said process. And so, fabricators that maximise punching should know the basic […]
Punch and Die Materials and Tooling Solutions
Punching has been very helpful in providing holes in sheet materials. After all, this forming process utilises a punch press that forces the punch through the workpiece by creating a hole. Some examples of sheet materials that can undergo the […]