Mistake & recovery · #105

Setting up a press brake for a complex profile without a test bend on scrap first

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Program the brake, set the back gauge, and run a complete test cycle on scrap of identical gauge and temper before touching production material. Verify ev…

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Program the brake, set the back gauge, and run a complete test cycle on scrap of identical gauge and temper before touching production material. Verify every angle and dimension against the drawing before production.

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Can you verify this before I keep going? I’m looking at: Setting up a press brake for a complex profile without a test bend on scrap first. What’s the approved correction for this job?

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Do not hide, force, cover, or “make it work” if this affects safety, access, airflow, rated assemblies, supports, equipment, or inspection. Stop and verify the approved correction.

Setting up a press brake for a complex profile without a test bend on scrap first

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