Mechanical Training: Production Line Fundamentals First week

Second Week Press shop Training

This intensive, hands-on course is designed to take operators from the fundamentals of sheet metal handling up to safely mastering high-precision manufacturing equipment.

Trumpf Punch/Laser Machine Training (1-Week Course)

Day 1: Safety, Machine Anatomy, and Start-up

Safety & Emergency Procedures:
- Location and use of all E-Stop buttons and light guards.
- Understanding PUWER, LOTO, and PPE requirements.
- Identifying and avoiding common energy sources and hazards (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc.).
Machine Anatomy:
- Introduction to the Trumpf T5000 and T6000 machines.
- Key components: touch screen, foot pedal, light guards, etc.
Start-up & Shutdown Procedures:
- Powering up and down the machine safely.
- Machine referencing and homing.

Day 2: Tooling and Maintenance

Tool & Nozzle Training:
- Understanding the different types of tools (multi-tools, whisper tools, etc.).
- Tool and die selection, loading, and maintenance.
Basic Daily and Weekly Maintenance:
- Daily checks: work area, brush table, oil levels, etc.
- Weekly checks: lubrication, filter cleaning, etc.

Day 3: Machine Programming

CNC Controllers:
- Navigating the on-board controls.
- Uploading and managing programs.
Job Loading:
- Importing NC code and nesting sheets.
- Selecting material parameters.

Day 4: Run Execution and Troubleshooting

Dry Runs & First-Off Checks:
- Executing a "dry run" to confirm the machine path.
- Preventing collision damage.
Common Problems and Fixes:
- Troubleshooting common issues like poor laser cut quality and alarm codes.
- Safely recovering from a crash.

Day 5: Final Certification and Review

Practical Skills Test:
- A hands-on assessment of the operator's ability to safely and efficiently operate the machine.
Written Test:
- A written exam (test and questions) to test the operator's knowledge of safety procedures, machine operation, and maintenance.
Review and Q&A:
- A final opportunity for operators to ask questions and clarify any remaining doubts.

Amada/Prima Press Brake Training (2-Week Course)

Week 1: Fundamentals

Day 1: Introduction to Press Brakes
- What is a press brake?
- Common bend methods (air bending, bottom bending, coining).
- Industries and applications.
Day 2: Safety and Machine Components
- PUWER, LOTO, and PPE.
- Machine components: clamp holder, touchscreen, punch, die, etc.
- Safety features: foot pedal, safety beam, emergency stops.
Day 3: Machine Start-up and Referencing
- Start-up and shutdown procedures.
- Machine referencing: opening and closing the ram, back gauge referencing.
Day 4: Daily Checks and Hazard Awareness
- Daily operator checks.
- Common hazards: pinch points, sharp edges, ergonomic strain, etc.
Day 5: Review and Practical Exercises
- Review of the week's topics.
- Hands-on practical exercises.

Week 2: Advanced Operations

Day 6: Tooling and Setup
- Punch and die selection.
- Setting up tooling safely and correctly.
Day 7: CNC Touchscreen and Programming
- CNC touchscreen overview.
- Inputting part numbers, selecting die size, punch, and material thickness.
Day 8: Advanced Programming
- Adjusting ram speed, ODC (ram height), back stop hold/pause, and back stop retract.
- Understanding angles and input.
Day 9: Auto Bend Process and Corrections
- Starting the auto bend process.
- Making corrections with the Digi pro.
Day 10: Final Certification and Review
- Practical skills test.
- Written test.
- Review and Q&A.

Mechanical Training: Press Shop Training + Punch machine / Press brake