FOCUS ON LASER CUTTING
The eVA cutting head in the 30kW laser cutter .
can also produce 3D technical drawings of any products needed . Using a tube laser minimises the number of manufacturing stages and required parts , which makes the manufacturing process more time- and cost-efficient for HSJ . Automation also makes smaller batches more affordable to produce .
Forming in focus
HSJ-Products also has a range of press brakes for sheet-metal bending operations and can weld customer products from different components , for situations where bending is not possible . It also has a wide array of punches at its disposal .
“ Our team of professional MIG / MAG , TIG and spot welders can weld even the most complex constructions . Welding is performed very carefully to make products safe to use as well as aesthetically pleasing . Our welding expertise also prompted development of the
HSJ gas cart , a handy tool for moving gas cylinders ,” the manufacturer outlined .
If orders are sent in the form of 3D documents , HSJ does not need any additional 2D technical drawings for separate parts . This makes manufacturing faster and more efficient .
The Finnish sheet-metal specialist also produces various kinds of reinforcements , including rebar steel , for use in reinforced concrete . It manufactures ready-made structures , as well as round and oval circles , without diameter restrictions . The thickness of the reinforcement is based upon the project requirements . HSJ generally uses rebar steel with a thickness of between 5-12mm .
Other services include automated wire bending for two- and three-dimensional structures , and custom wire products based on customer technical drawings . Prototype manufacturing ; product development ; sawing ; surface finishing and partial / final assembly are also offered .
PS Modular systems
HSJ ’ s PS Modular systems are pallet rack systems for sheet-metal handling . They are designed for the safe storage and handling of sheet metal .
“ A pallet rack system makes the handling of sheet metal more efficient and keeps the metal straight and scratch-free . They use space efficiently , are easy to use and can be modified . Every other shelf and pallet are in a different colour , which makes it easier to get an overview . The pallets are moved to the shelf with a forklift . The modular design of the pallet racks allows for flexible storage ,” explained the manufacturer .
PS Modular systems come in two standard options : HSJ PS3000 and HSJ PS2500 . The modular storage solutions can be tailored to user needs and are available in different colour combinations .
Staying competitive
Over the last couple of years , there has been substantial growth and demand for high-mix , low-volume jobs . Manufacturers must improve their response to an ever-increasing need for quicker change-over speeds . Other issues shaping today ’ s market are labour shortages and an increase in the cost of energy and gas . So , a major challenge in the sheet-metal industry is the need to remain competitive without compromising quality or efficiency and maintaining constant revenues .
“ Now more than ever , the trend for
Sebastian Forsbacka , Sales Manager , HSJ-Products . Reinforced rebar / wire bending operations .
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