Fundamentals of Press Brake Operation

Moraine Park Technical College, in partnership with the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International, will host a workshop for participants to learn the best techniques for precision sheet metal work and the math behind sheet metal bending as they get real experience on a press brake forming a box. This hands-on event uses curriculum developed by the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association (FMA). The training is geared toward new operators, engineers, designers and programmers and will explore:

• Press brakes – their operation and related terminology
• Controls and programming
• How different forming methods relate to bend types
• The 20 percent rule of air forming
• Proper use of hand tools
• Safety  

Date:   Monday, September 14, 21 and 28

Time:   Classroom and Hands-on:    6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Location:    Moraine Park Technical College - Beaver Dam Campus
                   700 Gould Street, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, Room K-321/401

Presenter: Larry Clark

Cost:   $200 per person; Price includes materials

To register, call 920-924-3449 or e-mail training@morainepark.edu.

 

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