Have you ever heard of a machine by the name of press brake? It’s a really cool machine that bends and shapes large sheets of metal. Imagine a huge pair of scissors, but for metal! Did you also know, that a press brake cannot function on its own? A special tool called a die is needed for it to function correctly. The die is what allows the press brake to shape the metal into the specific contour we desire. That’s where ACL comes in! With precision press brakes, ACL allows them to function properly — as well as create the shapes needed.
Press brakes are used in a variety of jobs and industries including aircraft, automotive, construction, etc. They are able to bend a sheet of metal into simple shapes, such as boxes and brackets. We see these shapes in so many of the things we use in life. But press brakes are equally capable of producing very complex shapes, such as the wings of a plane or the body panels of an automobile. So, what the hell is this bending? As a press brake bends a metal sheet, it applies force to it by pushing the metal against a die. The die is specially formed to cause the metal to be bent a certain way. Which means that if you require a different shape, you require a different die. Fortunately, ACL makes excellent dies for all types of bends and shapes. Workers have a wide variety of options to choose from, enabling them to get what they specifically need.
Have you ever had your computer lock up or your phone get bogged down? Moving on to step 2 - one which can be really annoying. You could have the same kind of annoying thing happen with a press brake if your dies aren’t strong. A die can easily break or wear out if it is not made properly. This can cause an increase in wait times and a decrease in parts production which is detrimental to all parties involved. However, with the ACL’s robust and durable dies, you could speed up your work and make it a lot smoother. (Specifically, it is a high-quality, durable steel.)ACL makes longer-lasting dies. This means less downtime waiting for repairs, and the ability to produce more parts in a compressed timeframe. It is extremely important for factories and businesses to produce a lot of items in a short amount of time.
Every job requires a different metal shape, bend, etc. For instance, In the airplane business the parts of the airplanes, should exactly be in the position and in the shape to each other, therefore very series of shapes have been used. The automotive sector also requires intricate shapes in order to manufacture car body parts that are not only aesthetically pleasing but that also fit the bill when it comes to functionality. Finally, the construction industry usually requires simple shapes for components like the brackets and frames that hold structures together. Because each industry has different needs, each industry needs special dies for their press brakes. ACL gets this, and that’s the reason why they make custom dies for each job. So what ever your job is, airplane man, car man, building man, clk has a die just for you!
Ever seen a gymnast or dancer execute a perfect split? Pretty awesome and spectacular looking, huh? Doing so flawlessly requires a great deal of skill and practice. Forming metal sheets via a press brake is a little like a split. It took plenty of practice and expertise to get it down just right. With ACL’s new advanced dies for press brakes, you have the right tools to work better and bend metal right to specs. New dies at ACL ensure that every bend is as near to perfect as possible thanks to the use of the latest technology. That means fewer errors and the ability to make many more parts in less time. It's all about the right tools, tools will make a massive difference to the quality of the work you do!