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TECH TIPS There are many possibilities to maximize the performance of Multi-Tools ® in all FINN-POWER turret punch presses – including stand alone machines, punch /shear, and laser /punch combinations. Here are a few suggestions: First, you should determine the application in which you will be using the Multi-Tools, since there are several different types. One of the major advantages of using Multi-Tools is the ability to greatly increase the tool capacity of your turret. This translates into lower setup times while increasing machine productivity. But first you must select the correct size type of Multi-Tool (MT) for each tool. FINN-POWER offers a 24-station MT for tools up to 0.312" (8 mm) diameter, a 10-station MT for tools up to 0.625" (16 mm) diameter, and an 8-station MT for tools up to 0.945" (24mm) diameter. These Multi-Tools offer 0, 45 and 90 degree keying to enable the same tool to be loaded at different fixed angles, which again reduces setup time. FINN-POWER’s NC Express ® programming software allows the autotooling of parts at different fixed angles so that the correct angle of a loaded fixed tool – whether 0, 45 or 90 degrees – is selected when the part is nested at different angles on a sheet of material. This feature coupled with special ram controls such as the deep draw or soft punch function enable Multi-Tools to be used for some forming operations such as countersinking, etc. The FINN-POWER Multi-Tool design with fixed punch and die cassettes – providing precision punch and die alignment while punching – permits punching in heavy materials when used with the correct die clearances, fully guided strippers, sheet lubricant, and punch speed settings. The punch speed and soft punch commands allow control of the ram to 5% of maximum ram speed, which is ideal for heavier materials. Another Multi-Tool that is offered is the indexable style, where the index mechanism secures the tool alignment as both the punch and die holders rotate to the 6 o’clock position for punching and full punch by Andrew McCarlie, Applications Engineer Tips and Techniques to Obtain Maximum Performance From Your Multi-Tools ® The FINN-ISH LINE is a publication distributed to FINN-POWER customers, prospective customers, employees, dealers, suppliers, and friends. The staff of the FINN-ISH LINE requests article ideas and letters for future publication. Editor Robert J. Kolcz rjk@finnpower.com Associate Editor Tiina Alanko tiina@finnpower.com Technical Editor Lutz Ehrlich lehrlich@finnpower.com Contributing Editor Andrew McCarlie mccarlie@finnpower.com Senior Correspondent Timo Laurinen timo.laurinen@finn-power.com All registered trademarks in this publication are property of their respective owners. 2 assemblies, such as 1/2" drop in thick turret tools can be used giving a quick change out option. This style of Multi-Tool allows for the use of existing tooling and a faster single tool change out time though with smaller tool capacities and tool sizes. To maintain peak efficiency when using multi-tools in modern high-speed, digital servodrive and linear-drive machines Multi-Tool maintenance is very important. For example it is very likely that a 24 station Multi-Tool will be used 20 times more than a single station. To this end, special fixtures are available to enable the easy removal and replacement of the holder lift springs and disassembly of the punch cassette for removal and replacement of the stripping springs. Depending upon the hours the machine runs, this can happen every 6-12 months. Material Limitations Aluminum Mild Steel Stainless Steel 24 mm .250" (6.4 mm) .250" (6.4 mm) .118" (3.0 mm) 16 mm .250" (6.4 mm) .250" (6.4 mm) .118" (3.0 mm) 8 mm .250" (6.4 mm) .189" (4.8 mm) .090" (2.3 mm) Maximum Material/Diameter (Full Hit) 1.5 / 1 1.0 / 1 .75 / 1 Maximum Material at Maximum Range .098" (2.5 mm) .078" (2.0 mm) .060" (1.5 mm) Nibbling Limitations* Aluminum Mild Steel Stainless Steel 24 mm .118" (3.0 mm) .090" (2.3 mm) .060" (1.5 mm) 16 mm .118" (3.0 mm) .090" (2.3 mm) .060" (1.5 mm) 8 mm .118" (3.0 mm) .090" (2.3 mm) .060" (1.5 mm) Maximum Material/Diameter .75 / 1 .50 / 1 .30 / 1 *Nibbling with the Multi-Tool assembly is not recommended. Grind Life* Punch Die 24 mm .060" (1.5 mm) .060" (1.5 mm) 16 mm .060" (1.5 mm) .060" (1.5 mm) 8 mm .060" (1.5 mm) .060" (1.5 mm) *Regardless of sheet thickness, the recommended penetration of the punch into an MT Slug Free ® die is .118" (3.0 mm) Stripping Pressure 24 mm = 2070 Pounds (9.2 kN) 16 mm = 2225 Pounds (9.9 kN) 8 mm = 1800 Pounds (8.0 kN) Die Clearance Material Thickness Clearance Material Thickness Clearance Aluminum
PRESIDENT’S CORNER “Thinking Outside the Box” for Sheet Metal Fabrication Equipment Trade shows offer an excellent and convenient way to not only meet prospective customers, but to keep in touch with our most valuable resource…existing customers. I thought of this during the FABTECH 2005 exhibition held in Chicago last November as I welcomed old friends into our booth, some of whom we have done business with for more than 20 years. It made me reflect on how, in many ways, we are still the same, but also how we all have changed over the years. Not only our personal appearances – some of us a little thinner on top…and perhaps a little rounder in the middle – but also how sheet metal fabricating equipment has evolved. While we all can use the advice to SHAPE UP…today the equipment that is available to fabricate sheet metal parts is much “leaner” with the ability to “multi-task” functions thought impossible just a few years ago. These equipment changes were prompted by a new “marketplace reality” for sheet metal fabricators of all sizes: Make the parts faster and cheaper while delivering defect-free products ontime with more features, and of course, at less cost. Translation: Improve productivity, quality, and delivery or someone else will – either domestically or offshore. TP-250 SHEAR GENIUS ® FMC However, the equipment changes were also conceived through listening to these same longterm customers during hours of negotiations, brainstorming, and problem solving as we strove to match our customers’ needs to the right machine, cell, or system. We listened closely to what our customers identified as their needs, concerns, and objectives. In turn, FINN- POWER product designers and engineers in Finland and Italy also listened to these customer comments from around the world. Since introducing the first hydraulic turret punch press in 1983, the TP-250, technological leadership has become a steady pattern of growth for FINN-POWER. The new realities of the sheet metal fabrication industry match FINN-POWER’s product line perfectly. FINN-POWER has designed versatility to individual work stages by integrating them with automated material management and making automation as flexible as possible. Our module approach adapts to a multitude of production needs and changes. Our goal has always been to improve our customers’ productivity. Spreading the Word And here’s where trade shows emerge as a marketing tool to disseminate information on the new products to sheet metal fabricators. The traditional objective of the trade show remains the same: To attract large crowds of interested 3 by Mikko Lindstrom, President buyers to the booths. If you have visited many trade shows, you have probably observed that there is a common look – a familiarity – that most exhibitor booths take on. They say that “familiarity breeds contempt” – and along the way it also breeds “taking for granted.” Maybe this is why some studies indicate the decline in attendance at trade shows. Maybe the attendees feel that are being taken for granted by the exhibitors. Don’t get me wrong. We believe that the trade show is a very important marketing tool. But where does it say that all trade show exhibits have to be the same…or boring? A Different Drummer You may have noticed that FINN-POWER has taken a departure from the traditional trade show booth the past few years. At FABTECH 2003, our SURVIVOR jungle theme introduced the new C5 turret punch press with a multi-media display that incorporated the entire booth as the stage. This year, our FABTECH booth featured The FINN-POWER EXPERIENCE – a reality ride that took the guest through an imaginary trip through a Shear Genius flexible manufacturing cell (see Special Section beginning on page 12). The FINN-POWER EXPERIENCE was created to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Shear Genius FMC, which helped establish FINN-POWER as the leader in sheet metal fabrication automation. We also wanted to take the opportunity to do something entertaining yet informative for our customers and other visitors to our booth. We encourage our customers to “think outside the box” when choosing their fabrication equipment. We designed the FINN-POWER EXPERIENCE to reflect that same thinking in our trade show and in our equipment. In this New Year and beyond, we pledge to continue to strive for engineering excellent in producing the most flexible and productive machines, cells, and systems on the market. We also pledge to creatively participate in trade shows as both a means to disseminate information on our products and a celebration of gratitude to our many customers who have made our success possible. Happy Holidays… from all of us at Finn-Power
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