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CNC Punching Suffolk

Metals carry out a million different functions in industry every day. Whether it’s in transport, pharmaceuticals, farming, or just about anything else, we wouldn’t have the industry tools we need without metal.

But when it comes to carrying out specific tasks, you can’t just use any old metal. You need the right metal for the job, and you need it to be reliable in its quality and properties.

At M&J Engineering, we’re experts at providing the right metal for the right job. Whether you need sheet metal or CNC punching services, we have everything on hand to provide you with exactly what you need.

So whatever your metal needs are, why not get in touch with us today to see how we can meet those needs?

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    What is CNC punching?

    CNC punching is the process of imprinting a mark, pattern or design into a material, usually either sheet metal or thin wood.

    CNC punching (or Computer Numerically Controlled punching) is an automated process that utilises a computer programme which has been created to specify what the machine needs to press.

    While it can be used on a wide variety of materials, it only works on thin materials, which usually have a thickness between 0.5 and 6 millimetres.

    M & J ENGINEERING | CNC PUNCHING | CNC FOLDING | WELDING | EDGE ROUNDING | 3D CAD & CAM SOFTWARE | FASTENER INSERTION | FABRICATION
    M & J ENGINEERING | CNC PUNCHING | CNC FOLDING | WELDING | EDGE ROUNDING | 3D CAD & CAM SOFTWARE | FASTENER INSERTION | FABRICATION

    How do I get something CNC punched?

    To get something CNC punched, you’ll either need to buy a CNC punch (which is a specialist and expensive machine), or more likely, pay someone who can do it for you.

    Once you’ve found someone to do it for you, they’ll create a programme which will either be a 2d DXF or DWG file format or in a 3D CAD file format. This file will then tell the CNC what design it needs to press into the material, as well as which tools will be best to use.

    The machine will then automatically move the sheet so that it’s correctly lined up with the press before starting work. Depending on the particular machine, it will either be able to move the sheet along 2 axis or 3.

    Why shouldn’t I punch manually?

    It is possible to punch manually, but unless you can’t get access to one, we recommend that you take advantage of a CNC pressing machine.

    While you may have to pay a fee to be able to use one, the benefits can massively outweigh the pain of having to pay the fee. Some of the benefits include:

    • Speed – thanks to a large amount of the process being automated, a CNC machine is much faster than pressing manually
    • Safety – unlike with manual pressing, CNC presses don’t require any operators to be close to the metal while it’s being pressed, thanks to the CNC press process being predominantly automated, helping to reduce the risk of injury
    • Accuracy – thanks to help from computer guidance, CNC punches are much more accurate than manual pressing.
    • Efficient – thanks to the higher level of accuracy, CNC punches will waste less materials
    • Cheaper – while you may have to pay a fee to use a CNC punch, you’ll save money thanks to its speed and lesser amount of materials being waster
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    FAQs

    What can be done to make CNC punching even better?

    While CNC punches already provide a host of benefits, there are additional tools that you can employ to make them even more effective. One example of this is a cluster tool, which allows the CNC punch to press multiple holes at once, helping to speed up the process.

    What can CNC punches press onto the material?

    CNC punches have the ability to press a wide range of patterns and designs, helping to make the identification of parts much easier for both customers and businesses. Some of the different things that they can press into a material include the parts name, number, or any other identifying factor which it would be useful to have on the part.

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    Fast and reliable services

    When you’re running a business, there are several things that are key to your success. One of those is being able to work quickly and to schedule, and another is providing a quality service.

    At M & J Engineering, we strive to always deliver quickly, so that your business is never left at a standstill. What’s more, our speed never comes at the cost of lower quality metal services, as all of our services are of a premium quality, thanks to our:

    • Great customer service – whatever your questions or concerns, we’re always happy to take the time to listen and then do whatever we can to help
    • High quality materials – we only use metals of the highest quality, ensuring that you get the best metals available on the market
    • Bespoke solutions – we treat all of our customers on an individual basis, providing you with a solution that will meet your specific needs

    About us

    With over 30 years of experience in metal engineering, your requirements will be in safe hands.

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    Phone: 01353 968267
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    Mobile: 07779274930
    Email Us: jon@m-j-engineering.com

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    Cambridgeshire CB7 5UE

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