FYI,

I recommend making a press block that holds the pins so that the operator
hands are out of the press area. Once this is done, a two button start is
the most economical. Call me if you'd like I can show you a digital picture
of ours.
Jim
972-494-1911
----- Original Message -----
From: "Peter Lee" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, November 20, 2001 11:51 PM
Subject: Re: [TN] Manual Press for PEM PCB fastener


> My application requires operator to support and locate the board
> assembly with one hand while activating the start button on the press to
> install the PEM fasteners.
>
> For safety reason I am considering limiting operator access while the
> machine is in operation.
>
> What is the normal practice? Installing a light curtain sensor around
> the area? Or multi-purpose fixtures that will secure the board to ensure
> a "hands free" operation?
>
> Any input is greatly appreciated.
>
> Rgd,
> Peter
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: TechNet [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Jeff Ferry
> Sent: November 14, 2001 6:16 AM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Re: [TN] Manual Press for PEM PCB fastener
>
> Peter,
>
> Might suggest you look over Janesville Tool at
> http://www.janesvilletool.com/.
> We use their presses for setting eyelets.
>
> Jeff Ferry
> CEO
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: Peter Lee [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent: Wednesday, November 14, 2001 2:46 AM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: [TN] Manual Press for PEM PCB fastener
>
>
> Thanks Earl for your extensive report on NPI which will keep me tied up
> for a while in reading through it. I appreciate you for sharing your
> experience and information in this forum.
>
> I have another question for the day: Does anyone know of a good and
> reliable machine for press-in PEM PCB fasteners?
>
> I am considering machines from PENN ENGINEERING and SCHMIDT but like to
> get more inputs on both the press machine and the process. Would a
> manual press be able to put out ~2200 lbs at the fastener in practice?
> What are some common application problems that one should look out for?
>
>
> Rgds,
> Peter
>
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