Q35Y Hydraulic Sheet Metal Steel Ironworker Shearing and Punching Machine
An ironworker machine, also known simply as an "ironworker," is a versatile machine tool used in metalworking and steel fabrication. It combines several functions into one unit, making it a valuable and efficient tool for cutting, punching, notching, and bending various types of metal. Ironworkers are widely used in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and metal fabrication.
Here are the primary functions and features of an ironworker machine:
Shearing: Ironworkers are equipped with shear blades that can cut through flat metal sheets or plates. They can perform both straight and angle cuts, making them suitable for a variety of applications.
Punching: Ironworkers have a punching station that uses a hydraulic or mechanical mechanism to create holes in metal. The punching station may have various dies to produce different hole shapes and sizes.
Notching: Notching is the process of removing a portion of metal to create a notch or indentation. Ironworkers have notching stations with adjustable blades for creating various notch shapes.
Bending: Some ironworkers come with a bending station or attachment that allows for bending or shaping of metal. This feature is useful for forming angles, channels, and other bent components.
Coping: Some advanced ironworkers have coping attachments for coping or notching the end of a metal piece to fit against another piece.
Angle Cutting: Ironworkers can cut angle iron, providing flexibility in creating structural components.
Bar Shearing: Ironworkers can shear round and square bars, allowing for the cutting of metal rods or bars to specific lengths.
Channel Cutting: The machine can cut channels in metal, allowing for the creation of customized structural shapes.
Ironworkers are available in different sizes and capacities, ranging from smaller, portable units suitable for job sites to larger, stationary machines for heavy-duty industrial use. The choice of an ironworker depends on the specific requirements of the metalworking tasks at hand.
These machines contribute to increased efficiency and productivity in metal fabrication shops, as they eliminate the need for separate machines for each function. Additionally, the versatility of ironworkers makes them valuable tools in a range of metalworking applications.