Metal fabrication utilizes a wide array of techniques and tools to accomplish the needs of a given project. In this article, we are going to talk about a few benefits of one of the most commonly used metal fabrication tools – the turret punch press – and how it can be used in a metal fabrication project.
Turret Punch Press Defined
First thing’s first, let’s define what a turret punch press is exactly. A turret punch press is a tool commonly utilized in metal fabrication to manipulate sheet metal. A turret punch press has a big turret with the capacity to hold more than 50 different punches and dyes, which are controlled by a computer to make different shapes and features.
Punch Presses Offer A Cost-Saving Alternative
A turret punch press offers a cost-effective alternative to laser cutting. This is especially true when dealing with flat blanks of sheet metal that require a lot of features. A punch press can create numerous features, such as counter bores/syncs that can be formed into the material. They can also produce features that protrude from material, such as extrusions, embosses, and hinges. Including these types of features into your parts can save a lot of money in the long-run by reducing the need for secondary operations.
Data Metalcraft, Inc.
At Data Metalcraft, we help customers from around the state of Minnesota and across the Midwest turn their metal fabrication projects into realities. We offer customized, turnkey metal fabrication services for all kinds of fabrication projects. Our team can help you through every step of your fabrication project from start to finish and make sure your project completes on time and under budget. Contact us today at our primary facility located in Arlington, MN to learn more about our services and how we can help!
