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Things Every Press Brake Operator Should Know

Giving operators the know-how they need to produce parts efficiently and cost-effectively can be as easy as 1-2-3-4. Many factors contribute to good part formation on a press brake. But every operator must understand four simple but crucial elements of the process for that to happen: The operator The brake The tooling The drawings Operator Foremost are the operators, who need to be well-trained and offered regular training updates on the proper use of the shop's brakes. Operators also should know the importance of the other three factors listed previously and be able to use those elements to the fullest to produce the most accurate parts possible in the shortest amount of time. The goal of operators is not only to make good parts but also to keep setup time to a minimum within the confines of a given press brake. Remember, time spent in setup is time not spent making parts, so reducing setup time is very important. Only the operator's expertise can reduce setup time on a given ...