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Tooling Update
position needed for critical forming processes, not possible with conven- tional equipment.
The user-friendly touchscreen dis- play of the cushion provides ease of use and simple programming. Onboard health monitoring and diagnostics combined with an optional wireless direct-service link pro- vides the user with real-time service
and maintenance support from the Hyson Press Solutions Team.
Says Hyson general manager Hank Kelm: “With advanced materials becom- ing more popular, the cushion provides stampers the added force in addition to flexibility and precise control.”
Hyson: 440/526-5900; www.hysonproducts.com
An automatic clamp unit quickly locks the bend die and wiper posts to the machine without any additional tools or fasteners.
Also, a tie-bar system incorporates a cam-action release to ensure minimum operator setup time between tool changes. A quick release tie-bar pin provides for effective tie-bar retraction without the need to remove the tie-bar from the machine.
Other features include a quick-release clamp and follower, also removed and replaced from the machine using a lift- ing hook or by hand.
AddisonMckee: 513/228-7000; www.addisonmckee.com
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Technology Selected
for Complex
Aerospace Forming
When Enginetics Aerospace Corp., Huber Heights, OH, was tasked with forming particularly complex parts, it turned to Hyson, Brecksville, OH, for its Press Solutions servo-controlled cushion. Enginetics fabricates jet-engine and aerospace structural components. It installed the servo cushion on an Aida servo press. While linked directly to the press, the cushion complements servo- press technology by accurately and pre- cisely dialing in the force at a specific
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