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How to Diagnose a Faulty Industrial Gearbox While the average industrial gearbox is a sturdy piece of equipment that’s perfect for working in high-pressure and temperature environments, even with some of the more abrasive elements at play, they are not immune to problems and faults. Failing to pay enough attention and care to yours could…

What is the Difference Between EDM and Wire EDM Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) and Wire EDM are two of the most common machining methods used in industrial manufacturing today. Both processes involve using electricity to cut metal parts, but there are some essential differences between them that should be considered when choosing a method for…

Spark Erosion Electrode Material Spark erosion is a manufacturing process that utilises electrical sparks to cut, shape and drill hard metallic materials. Our advanced spark erosion experts provide superior cutting performance. The spark erosion method has exceptional accuracy in comparison with traditional cutting methods. So if your business is seeking metal roll tooling, electro-formed tooling,…

Industrial Gearbox Repairs and Maintenance Tips Regarding the gear industry, innovative technology is being dished out left and right. Fortunately, this has become a modern approach for those who want to minimise maintenance. Besides, business owners shouldn’t have to live with any maintenance hassles; all these causes too much downtime, while owners want to strive…

CNC Turning VS CNC Milling When running a business, you’re constantly met with questions as there will be things that you may be very unfamiliar with. This could even go for CNC turning vs. CNC milling too. If you’re not familiar with the process, then there is a chance that you may think of these…

What is Electrical Discharge Machining? There are many different types of machining processes that businesses can use to create products and parts. Some of these processes are more popular than others, and some have unique benefits that make them stand out from the rest. Wire EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) machines are one such process. This…

Expanding the Tube Production Line in MARCEGAGLIA UK Choosing the right roll-form tooling supplier is always a challenge for manufacturers; reviewing others’ experiences can provide a better understanding of the capabilities that you seek. Marcegaglia has been a Bellcliffe Engineering client for many years. In this article, Marcegaglia’s technical manager, Mark Charteris, explains one of…

Types of Rolling Mill In metalworking, rolling is a way to shape metal by passing it through one or more pairs of rolls to make it thinner, make it the same thickness all over, or give it a certain mechanical property. The idea is the same as rolling out dough. The type of rolling is…

2 Reasons To Change Your Roll Form Tooling Supplier And How To Minimise The Disruption Outsourcing the roll forming has proven to be a reliable approach to metal shaping and is essential for modern applications. With a roll forming machine, you can use a continuous bending process to pass long metal strips through sets of…

How To Reduce Downtime In Manufacturing When Tooling Breaks … Downtime in manufacturing can be very costly. One way to reduce downtime is by investing in preventative maintenance. Another way to minimise downtime is by ensuring that all tooling has a healthy life expectancy. This can be accomplished by employing the right materials and conducting…

Metal Roll Forming: In-House Vs. Outsourcing Metal roll forming is a task that companies can perform in-house or outsource to a third party. It involves passing metal stock through rollers to set a consistent and uniform thickness for the material. Is In-House Tooling Worth The Investment? Figuring out whether in-house tooling is worth the investment…

Cold Rolling Advantages and Disadvantages When a business is looking to smooth, harden and enhance the dimensional accuracy of metal, many consider using heat. However, using cold rolling, which involves room temperature conditions, is a more beneficial process. Cold rolling tools can help to fulfil this task and this guide will take you through the…