Eric:

We've had pretty good luck with a Hepco 8000. Very easy to set-up. This
machine replaced our GPD machine. The GPD was a constant source of
irritation because of the rather complicated set-up.

On the GPD you have transport wheels and other gizmos to install not to
mention a number of dials to set. This is not too bad if you have rather
similar parts to form. It is a great machine if you have to form hairpin
parts or other special axial forms.

The Hepco, on the other hand, is great for typical axial forms.

Good Luck.


Bill Kasprzak
Moog Inc.

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