Machine Tool FAQ
Machine Tools are a great resource to help manufacturers maximize production. When used correctly, they increase efficiency and operator safety without sacrificing precision. But the process of learning about, choosing, and buying the right machine tool for a business’ needs can be daunting. To help people who may be having trouble with their decision or the buying process, here are some frequently asked questions about machine tools.
What Kind of Materials Can I Machine?
With the proper machine tools, there is almost no limit to the materials that you can work with. Wood, plastic, and metals are all viable production materials, just make sure you speak with your manufacturer about getting the right specifications.
How Do I Get a Price On Your Machine Tools?
For more information on pricing and which machine tools are right for you, get a quote online at our website. We try to reply to all requests as promptly as possible.
Do Your Machines Have Trouble Maintaining Tight Tolerances?
Our machine tools are designed for precise repetitiveness, so that you can manufacture at a greater scale without sacrificing adherence to minute specifications.
What Materials Can I Machine With a Press Brake?
Press brakes are a machine pressing tool meant mostly for bending sheet and plate metal. Most commonly, press brakes are used for sheet metal production.
What’s the Difference between Mechanical and Hydraulic Press Brakes?
Hydraulic press brakes are the most popular style because they are safer and easier to control, though they do come at a higher initial price point. Hydraulic press brakes also allow for multiple speed changes that allow for quicker production in the time between bends. Bends from hydraulic press brakes also tend to be more precise. Finally, with hydraulic, you can reverse your machine stroke at any point in time.
What Are the Benefits of Shearing Machines Over Other Cutting Tools?
A shearing machine can perform multiple cutting procedures, all within a single operation. These could include coining, embossing, or piercing depending on your manufacturing needs.
Do Machine Tools Require Maintenance?
All machine tools require regular maintenance. But here at Accurl, we manufacture our machine tools in order to minimize maintenance time and costs for your business.
Does a Punch Press Come With Dies?
Punch presses generally come with their dies already pre installed from the manufacturer. This is because the number and positioning of the dies that you will use is relative to the material that you are using.
What Is the Slideway Wear Rate?
All machine tools use slideways in some capacity to transport materials to the appropriate forming apparatus. The slideway wear rate is a large factor of any given machine tools service life. This is because slideways tend to degrade disproportionately, can’t be lubricated, and are subject to chips and abrasions from the materials being worked on. As we mentioned before, Accurl machine tools are designed for minimal mechanical wear and tear, however like all machine tools they do require regular maintenance.
What Materials Can a Waterjet Cut?
Water Jet Cutters use two different types of cutting methods: water-only and abrasive cutting. The water-only method is used on softer materials like foodstuffs, plastics, rubber, and foam. With abrasive cutting, fractured materials like garnet are added into the water to make the cutting action much more effective, allowing materials like steel, titanium, and even composites like carbon fiber.
Are There Unknown Costs to Waterjets?
One cost factor that we want all potential buyers to be aware of with waterjets is the cost of abrasive material. What material you’re cutting, how much, and how dense it is will affect the amount of abrasive material you need for any particular job. This is the major unforeseen cost with waterjets, as they otherwise only require the regular maintenance and upfront investment.
Here at Accurl, we stand by the quality of our products. But it’s also important that our clients get the right machine tools for their needs. We are always ready to help our potential customers go through their options so they can make the right choice for the future of their business. If you would like to go over any other questions you may have about Accurl machine tools, or machine tools in general, please contact us at your convenience. One of our friendly and knowledgeable representatives will be happy to answer any questions that you may have.
