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04.02.2025

Sheet Metal Press Expands Forming Capabilities

Reducing secondary Hand work

With its order for an additional Flexform fluid cell press from Quintus Technologies, Piper Industrial Manufacturing Company (Pimco) is expanding its equipment inventory to mirror the growing demand for low-volume, high-complexity sheet metal forming. Pimco, a Piper Aircraft, Inc., subsidiary, provides turnkey manufacturing solutions, supported by engineering services that accelerate the production path from concept to scale. The company selected the Quintus model QFC 1.2x4-1000 press to add to its equipment line-up, which already includes two Quintus fluid cell presses installed earlier in the decade, along with laser cutters, 3D-printers and CNC milling machines.

Flexform uses a single rigid tool half to form sheet metal parts with accuracy and repeatability, reducing costs and accelerating parts production. The high forming pressure ensures close-tolerance parts direct from the press, with little or no secondary hand work required, making it suitable for intricately shaped components. “The Quintus machines have almost completely eliminated hand correction at our facility,” says Kevan Chisholm, Pimco Business Development Manager.

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The Quintus model QFC 1.2x4-1000 generates a high forming pressure of 14,500 psi (1000 bar), ensuring close-tolerance parts direct from the press, making it suitable for intricately shaped components. © Quintus Technologies

The QFC model 1.2x4-1000 generates a press force of 73,000 t across the entire forming area of 1200 mm × 4000 mm. It includes user-friendly features such as equipment serviceability, remote system control and self-diagnostics. The press is also equipped with high pressure hydraulics and a semi-automatic service system for quick and easy service of the unique flexible rubber diaphragm.

Pimco will continue its participation in the industry’s best-in-class Quintus Care Program, a customized service solution that ensures operational reliability, maximum performance, controlled annual costs and long-term partnership. The programme provides for forming process and tool design support, access to the company’s Application Centers, availability of spare and wear parts and guaranteed and prioritized technical support. It also includes annual press inspections, training and recertification of Pimco personnel to maintain and elevate their skills.

(Source: Quintus Technologies)

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