Fly Shear for High Speed Metal Sheet and Strip Cutting
Traditional metal cutting equipment forces a choice between speed, accuracy and durability. The fly shear removes that trade off by cutting at line speed with controlled blade motion, which is why it is used on stainless, aluminium and titanium alloy processing as well as carbon steel.
- Cutting speed 2500 strokes per minute
- Around 40 percent higher output than conventional hydraulic shears
- Power consumption reduced by around 30 percent
- Suited to stainless steel, aluminium and titanium alloys
Key Benefits
Where the gains come from.
Speed Without Losing Accuracy
Cutting at 2500 strokes per minute while holding micron level accuracy removes the usual trade off between throughput and precision.
Lower Energy Per Tonne
An energy efficient design reduces power consumption by around 30 percent compared with conventional hydraulic shearing.
No Material Warping
Controlled cutting produces seamless cuts with zero material warping, which matters for high tolerance applications.
Where It Is Used
Industries and materials.
- Automotive component blank production
- Precision sheet and strip processing
- Stainless steel and aluminium processing lines
- Titanium alloy sheet work
Who It Is For
- Manufacturers cutting high tolerance blanks
- Processors handling stainless, aluminium and titanium
- Plants replacing slow hydraulic shears
- Project teams specifying cutting equipment for a new line
Problems It Solves
- Conventional shears limiting line speed
- Material warping at the cut
- Energy cost of hydraulic shearing
- Accuracy loss when cutting speed is increased
Technical Features
Design and performance.
High Frequency Cutting
At 2500 strokes per minute the shear outperforms conventional hydraulic shears by around 40 percent in output.
Precision Alignment And Calibration
Alignment and calibration systems hold micron level accuracy across materials from stainless steel to titanium alloy.
Energy Efficient Drive
The drive design cuts power consumption by around 30 percent against hydraulic equivalents.
Specifications
Configuration is matched to the material and gauge programme.
| Cutting Speed | 2500 strokes per minute |
|---|---|
| Output Versus Hydraulic Shears | Around 40 percent higher |
| Power Consumption | Around 30 percent lower |
| Cut Accuracy | Micron level with zero material warping |
| Materials | Stainless steel, aluminium, titanium alloys, carbon steel |
| Target Sectors | Automotive manufacturing through to aerospace engineering |
Materials
- Welded and machined frame
- Alloy steel shear mechanism
- Hard blade material for high cut frequency
Manufacturing Process
Application Review
Material, gauge, width and cut length requirements are collected.
Mechanical Build
Frame and shear mechanism are produced to the configuration.
Drive And Calibration
Drive and calibration systems are set up for the material programme.
Run Test
Cut accuracy and repeatability are verified before delivery.
Quality Control
- Frame and mechanism dimensional inspection
- Blade clearance verification
- Cut accuracy testing at rated speed
- Power consumption check during the run test
Customization Options
- Material and gauge range to your production
- Blade specification per material
- Cut length control interface
- Integration with existing line automation
Use Guide
- Match blade specification to the material being cut
- Verify calibration after a blade change
- Monitor cut edge quality as a wear indicator
- Keep the cutting area free of scrap build up at high stroke rates
How It Compares
Against conventional shearing.
| Conventional hydraulic shears | Around 40 percent higher output and roughly 30 percent lower power consumption at 2500 strokes per minute. |
|---|---|
| Guillotine cutting | Zero material warping and micron level accuracy suit high tolerance applications. |
| Offline cutting | In line cutting removes the handling step between processing and cutting. |
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Fly Shear for Metal Sheet and Strip Cutting FAQ
How fast does it cut?
2500 strokes per minute, which is around 40 percent more output than a conventional hydraulic shear.
Which materials can it handle?
Stainless steel, aluminium and titanium alloys as well as carbon steel, with seamless cuts and no material warping.
How much energy does it save?
The energy efficient design reduces power consumption by around 30 percent compared with conventional hydraulic shearing.
Is it accurate enough for tight tolerance work?
Cut accuracy is at micron level with zero material warping, which is what high tolerance applications require.
Can it be integrated into our existing line?
Yes, subject to space and control interface. Send your line data and we confirm.
What do you need to quote?
Material and gauge range, width, required cut lengths, line speed and your control system.
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Send your material mix and throughput target and we propose a fly shear configuration.