Precision Shearing Services for Sheet Metal Fabrication
Metal guillotine cutting (also referred to as shearing) is an essential fabrication method, offering efficient and precise shearing for sheet metal components. At Acorn Metal, our hydraulic guillotine machines handle a range of materials and thicknesses, ensuring smooth, clean cuts for projects across multiple industries. Whether for repetitive cutting or standalone services, our metal shearing capabilities deliver accuracy, reliability, and versatility.
What Is Guillotine Cutting
Guillotine cutting is a metalworking technique that uses a sharp blade to shear sheet metal into precise shapes. It’s a popular choice for its efficiency and ability to produce clean, straight edges with minimal waste. At Acorn Metal, we utilise state-of-the-art shearing machines to optimise performance and deliver exceptional results.
The Metal Cutting Process at Acorn Metal:
- Machine Setup: Our Metal Shearing machines are equipped with adjustable blades for different materials, including mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium.
- Material Alignment: Sheets are carefully positioned to ensure precise cuts.
- Custom Adjustments: Shearing machine settings, such as blade clearance and rake angle, are configured based on material type and thickness.
- Shearing Execution: Hydraulic power drives the guillotine to execute clean, precise cuts without manual control.
- Inspection & Organisation: Every cut is inspected for accuracy and smoothness, with materials organised for subsequent processing.
Capabilities of Our Hydraulic Guillotine
Our Madison 8 x 3200 Hydraulic Guillotine is designed for high-performance shearing. Key features include:
Shearing Capacity:
- 3mm mild steel
- 3mm stainless steel
- 5mm aluminium
Cutting Length:
- Up to 3200mm.
Back Gauge Travel:
- 800mm for precise positioning.
Advanced Features:
- Hydraulic Shear Over-Driven Design: Ensures powerful and consistent cutting performance.
- Individual Hydraulic Hold-Down Cylinders: Provide stability and prevent sheet movement during cutting.
- Front Guard Bar and Rear Safety Light Guards: Enhances operator safety with comprehensive protective measures.
- Blade Clearance Adjustment: Customisable settings for precise cuts based on material type and thickness.
- Four-Edged Stainless-Quality Blades: Durable blades for extended use and exceptional cutting accuracy.
- Inching Control: Allows precise manual adjustments for detailed and controlled cutting operations.
- Variable Rake Angle Adjustment: Enables optimisation of cutting angles for clean and efficient shearing.
- Variable Stroke Control: Adjusts blade stroke length for improved efficiency and material handling.
- Electric Overload Protection: Safeguards the machine and operators from electrical faults or overloading.
Applications of Metal Shearing
Guillotine cutting is widely used for:
- Repetitive Simple Cutting: Perfect for large batches of uniform shapes.
- Sheet Metal Fabrication: Foundational for creating metal panels, brackets, and enclosures.
- Prototyping and Production: Used for both one-off projects and high-volume orders.
Industries We Serve
Our guillotine-cutting services cater to a diverse range of industries, including:
- Construction: Roofing panels, cladding, and structural components.
- Automotive: Lightweight panels and precision-cut brackets.
- Manufacturing: Custom enclosures, machine guards, and general sheet metal parts.
- Appliances: Fabrication of housings and interior panels for commercial equipment.
Get in Touch for Your Guillotine Cutting Needs
At Acorn Metal, we combine cutting-edge technology with expert craftsmanship to deliver high-quality guillotine sheet metal cutting services. Contact our experienced team to discuss your project requirements and discover how we can help you achieve exceptional results.