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Below and across : Bending operations on the E-Brake ULTRA at Fife Fabrications .
Fife Fabrications opts for E-Brake ULTRA
UK precision sheet metal work manufacturer , Fife Fabrications , has invested a significant six figure sum in new technology as part of its ongoing growth plans . This investment in its fifth E-Brake press brake , the SafanDarley E-Brake 130-3100 ULTRA , will further build its capabilities and services for its customer base and create further capacity required to facilitate future growth .
“ The first four E-Brake machines installed at Fife Fabrications in 2013 have been a great success story for the business , and this new technology will ensure that the folding capacity of its operations can further support its increasing customer base in 2021 ,” Dutch press brake specialist , SafanDarley , told ISMR .
Based in Glenrothes , Scotland , Fife Fabrications is an advanced manufacturer of precision sheet metalwork , electromechanical assemblies and precision machined components , offering a complete service from design for manufacture support to manufacturing and full customer delivery .
The original 100Ton E-Brake will be replaced by a 130Ton machine , with tooling supplied by Wilson Tool Ltd . as Fife
The SafanDarley E-Brake130-3100 ULTRA .
Fabrication ’ s preferred tooling partner . In addition to the higher tonnage , which will allow the machine to perform heavier work more efficiently , this latest machine has several new features ( such as the E-Mate Plus Bending Aid ) designed to make bending of larger components simpler , easier and accurate .
“ Installed in March 2021 , the model features lifting aids as a safety feature for managing larger panels and a larger opening height to form higher height flanges or parts . Like all E-Brakes , the ULTRA will be fully integrated into the company ’ s ERP system utilising the dual screen of the ULTRA
and the fully 3D CNC back gauge enables components to be programmed and processed with ease ,” added SafanDarley .
Like most businesses , having recently undergone a challenging period during the COVID-19 pandemic , the team at Fife Fabrications responded swiftly to create a strong business recovery plan with a range of security and safety measures to ensure its compliance to Government regulations . This has included the introduction of shift work , home working and factory process modifications to ensure that the business was able to service its customers and safeguard its staff , creating a positive platform from which the business could invest and grow .
Fife Fabrications has a long history of supporting apprentices and employability initiatives to nurture the development of young talent in the region . n
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