37th Precision Sheet Metal Technology Fair

Sheet metal assemble parts (60 entries)

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Technical Encouragement Award

Sunflower in a pot

JC Metalworks Limited (United Kingdom)

  • ・Size: W150 x D150 x H150 mm

  • ・Accuracy: ± 1 mm

  • ・Programming time: 554 min

  • ・Processing time: 120 min/quantity

  • ・Quantity: 1

  • ・Material: SUS304

  • ・Thickness: 1.5, 3, 5 mm

  • ・Type: Original work

Process

  • Design(3D/2D)

  • CAD/CAM

  • Blanking

  • Bending

  • Welding

Strengths

•The assembly consists of three different fixing methods: TIG Welding, threader bar/tapped hole, and pop riveting.

•Prototyping was required to determine the best folding method and tooling for creating the petals and leaves.

•All visible welding has been finished using an acid cleaning process. Photo in references showing prior to cleaning.

•The material showcases different finishing methods: Dull polish, orbital, brushed.

•The plant pot exterior is created from one piece of material which has been folded and then fully welded. Technical drawing in references.

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