Operating and Monitoring machines and component production

Glossary
Backlash: relative motion of mechanical parts caused by looseness
CAM: computer-aided manufacturing. a process of using computer controlled machines to perform repetitive tasks
Clutter: items that are not necessary for the task at hand lying around.
Die: type of tool used for shaping solid materials. usually employed in the press working of cold metals
Guards: coverings around moving parts to ensure safety
Lubricate: substance that reduce friction between moving components.
Pertaining: to be relevant to something

Press-working: Dies are used in pairs. a smaller die or punch fits into the larger die or matrix. a sheet of metal (called a blank) is placed over the matrix on the press bed. the punch is mounted on a press ram and forced down by hydraulic pressure to form the component.

Timeously: on time

Verbal: Spoken rather than written

Safety in the workplace:

Accidents are caused by people

Accidents are caused by: carelessness,  lack of attention,  anger,  haste,  thoughtlessness. 

No workshop will ever be 100% safe as long as it is used by people.

Safety precautions are not there to irritate you, they are there to safeguard you against yourself.

Some general and common-sense safety tips are:

1.  Follow the instructions for the use of the machine

2.  Know where the main switch are and the emergency stop procedures for the machine you are working on.

3.  Know where the fire extinguishers are and how to use them.

4.  Be aware of your surroundings and possible dangerous behavior or situations.

Prepare the Machine:

Step 1: Understand the instructions. This will include;

 o  how to operate the machine

 o  know the workshop procedure to follow if machine should brake down.

 o  Safety regulations while operating the machine

 o  What did the customer ordered. (job specifications)

Step 2: Read, understand and apply the drawing informations. Drawing information is necessary for the machinest to know exactly what is expected from him and will include the following information.

o  shape of the component

o  dimensions and tolerances

o  cutting edge clearances

o  where to drill holes, cut, bore or shape.