For an HVAC duct and fittings fabricator, gaining productivity in the fittings fabrication area of your shop is critical to improving profitability. In a round fittings fabrication operation, your ability to efficiently make high-quality gored elbows can be a game changer. As the name implies, gored elbows, also known as segmented elbows or gored segmented elbows, are made from segments that are joined together either mechanically or by welding. The method of joining these segments depends on the job and the gauge of material required - but generally speaking, mechanical assembly is possible with lighter gauge materials while heavier gauge metals require that the segments be welded. In this video, we’ll take a look at both the equipment and the “art” required in the process of making mechanically assembled gored elbows.
Machinery featured in this video:
Lockformer VulcanPlus Sheet Metal Plasma Cutting System: mestekmachinery.com/machinery...
Lockformer Vulcan Fiber Laser Cutting System: mestekmachinery.com/fiber-las...
Lockformer Dual Head Gore-Locker: mestekmachinery.com/machinery...
As you continue to look for ways to maximize the productivity and profitability of your entire operation, taking a hard look at improving your fittings fabrication area is a critical step. Investing in innovative machinery such as the Lockformer Dual-Head Gore-Locker can be a game changer. Of course, every situation and shop is unique, and there are many factors that impact success - from your available square footage to your shop layout, from your existing machinery to your budget or need for new equipment, and, of course, your goals for improvement. That’s why Mestek Machinery is here to help as you make these evaluations. So when you’re ready, please don’t hesitate to reach out for a no-obligation, 1-on-1 consultation with a Mestek Machinery Technical Advisor. We’d love to get to know you and your operation, get a good understanding of what you’re looking to do, and see how we can help you achieve your objectives. mestekmachinery.com/request-1...