Difference between revisions of "Sheet Metal Shear"

Revision as of 12:28, 6 May 2020

Sheet Metal Shear

Make: Peck, Stow & Wilcox Co.

Model: G-52

Ace: Brady Pfeiffer (bpfeiffer21@georgefox.edu).

Location: Machine Shop

Description

The shear is used for making straight cuts in sheet metal as well as other materials. The shearing blade is powered by applying force to the foot bar located in front of the machine. To prevent damage to yourself and or the machine make sure you obey the following rules:

Maximum aluminum material thickness you can cut with this machine is .07" x full width.
Maximum mild steel thickness you can cut with this machine is .06" x 12" wide
Maximum stainless steel thickness you can cut with this machine is .04" x 12" (ask before cutting stainless steel)
NEVER attempt to cut round stock or wire on the shear.
Plastics can be cut up to 1/8" thick x the blade width.
Ask Justin or Nick G. prior to cutting any other materials.
Always use the cam lock bar to hold material prior to cutting.

Here is an example of this piece of equipment being used.

Documentation

Terminology

Foot Pedal:
Hold Down:
Hold Down Handles:

Manual Media:NO.G52.pdf

Training

Overview

For the demonstration you will need to show understanding of the machine use and setup. You will to need select an appropriate piece of material for the demonstration and make a safe cut. By placing a mark on the material you can demonstrate your ability to align the blade with the cut line.

Demonstration

Insert text

General Procedure

Insert text

Safety

Fingers must be kept away from the blade at all times. Never place your hand or fingers near the blade.

Certification

Foxtale Course

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

General maintenance

The machine should be oiled periodically by the tech.

Specific Maintenance Tasks

Maintenance Procedure	Frequency	Done By
Sample	Sample	Sample

@@ Line 52: / Line 52: @@
 ====Overview====
-For the demonstration you will need to show you have understanding of the machine use and setup.  You will need select an appropriate piece of material for the demonstration and make a safe cut. By placing a mark on the material you can demonstrate your ability to align the blade to the cut line.
+For the demonstration you will need to show understanding of the machine use and setup.  You will to need select an appropriate piece of material for the demonstration and make a safe cut. By placing a mark on the material you can demonstrate your ability to align the blade with the cut line.
 ====Demonstration====