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from users now has been implemented so that when using the Round Draw module, the user can enter individual reduction percentages in each stage of the draw process.
Accurate Die Design: 262/938-9316;
www.accuratediedesign.com
Gas Springs for High-Temperature Tasks
Hyson Products, Brecksville, OH, has introduced a series of nitrogen gas springs engineered to withstand high temperatures—to 248 F. The springs come in two models—MT16 and MT24— with threaded upper cylinders for easy mounting. Four other models complete the line and feature initial forces from 675 to 2100 lb. Charge pressure is fully adjustable, and stampers can select among a variety of mounting options. Hyson Products: 440/526-5900; www.hysonproducts.com
Zapp Tooling Alloys Opens U.S. Operations
German-based Robert Zapp Werk- stofftechnik GmbH, a distributor of PM materials for the European and Asian tool- ing markets, has opened Zapp Tooling Alloys, Inc., in Summerville, SC. The new location—18,000 sq. ft. of warehouse and office space—carries ZPM-brand tool and high-speed steels in plate, round and flat bars, in several alloys including equivalent alloys to CPM 3V, 9V, 10V and S90V.
Zapp Tooling Alloys: 843/851-0700;
www.zapp.com
Gas-Spring Four Pack Ideal for High Force in Small Spaces
Dadco introduces its SCR series of
nitrogen gas springs, in four models
designed to deliver powerful force in
a small package. A port at the bottom
of the spring facilitates pressure adjust-
ment, charging or linked operation
using Dadco’s MiniLink fitting sys-
tem. Diameter ranges from 32 to 63 mm, stroke length from 10 to 80 mm, and force rating from 0.5 to 3.2 tons on contact.
Dadco: 734/207-1100; www.dadco.net
Punch Tooling Upgraded for Extended Grind Life
Wilson Tool, White Bear Lake, MN, has upgraded its High Performance (HP) line of punch-press tooling by including its new HP2 spring packs and by enhancing its WB tool steel. HP2 spring packs enable fast, accurate punch-length adjustment in 0.005-in. increments without the use of tools or buttons. And, the enhanced WB tool steel ensures maximum grind life of punches.
Wilson Tool Intl: 800/328-9646; www.wilsontool.com
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