Wilson Tool provides a wide range of tool solutions for Bending, Punching and Stamping customers around the globe. We are best known for more than 60 years of customized tooling solutions designed to help customers resolve their most challenging fabrication issues.
WILSON TOOL INTERNATIONAL
Impax Tooling Solutions® and Exacta Tooling Solutions™ allow Wilson Tool to service every stamping need.
- Headed
- Retainers
- Ball Lock
Tooling options that meet your production requirements and budget demands.
Managing your tooling shouldn't slow down production. With Wilson Tool My Account, you have 24/7 access to the information you need, and a must have solution, providing access to:
- Quotes and order history
- Drawings
- Invoices
Everything you need, all in one place.
Wilson Tool International is proud to manufacture the most comprehensive line of press brake tooling in the world.
- American
- WT
- European
- and more
We have your press brake needs covered.
The new B-Station QuickTap® tapping tool from Wilson Tool International:
- Features a built-in fluid injection system.
- Taps up to 200 holes per minute.
- Runs multiple tap sizes.
Start saving time and increasing accuracy.
- Decreased tool set-up time.
- Less downtime for resharpening tools.
- Saved space due to the small footprint of the punch tips.
V-Series Black (VSB) Dies from Wilson Tool make it much easier to produce:
- small flanges.
- small bend radii.
- bends closer to holes.
Available for virtually all major styles of press brake tooling.
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Impax Tooling Solutions® Product HighlightsThe Impax Tooling Solutions® division of Wilson Tool International manufactures a full selection of high quality punch and die components for the metal stamping industry, including standard shapes, round tip forms and special 2D shapes. We offer the...View More
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Special Springs Safety BrochureSpecial Springs has been for years an innovator in the market. Its core competencies being safety and durability of products. Thanks to Special Springs’ know-how and R&D it has developed the new and improved Lifeplus Concept, which includes a series...View More
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Product Overview for Bending - Your One-Stop Shop for Press Brake ToolingWilson Tool International is proud to offer and manufacture the most comprehensive line of press brake tooling in the world. If you use multiple press brake tooling styles, this is great news for you! With a wider range of tooling styles than any...View More
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Mark-Free Bending SolutionsWilson Tool International offers numerous solutions to help press brake operators reduce or eliminate sheet marking during bending operations. Urethane dies, holders, pads and drapes form a protective barrier that impedes the metal-on-metal scraping...View More
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High-volume job shop reduces costs and improves efficiencies with stamping solutions.Automatic Spring Products Corp. (ASPC) in Grand Haven, Michigan prides itself on manufacturing high quality compression, extension and torsion springs; wire forms; flat springs; stampings; spring and shim washers; and assemblies. A high-volume job...View More
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Shorter lead times, better tooling improve productivity for Ariens Company.Ariens® Company in Brillion, Wis. developed the first American-made rotary tiller in 1933. Today, Ariens is a leading manufacturer of outdoor power equipment for consumer and professional use, including such well-known brands as Ariens Sno-Thro®...View More
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Custom Tooling Solutions from Wilson Tool Help 4 Star Tool & Die Evolve4 Star Tool & Die in Wichita, Kan. builds tools, dies and other metalworking solutions for customers ranging from major worldwide manufacturers to the guy walking in off the street looking for a part to repair his lawn trimmer. A true job shop with...View More
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Higher quality punches save time and reduce production costs.Die Makers Manufacturing Corporation in Hazel Green, Wis. Is a full-service tool and die shop, specializing in long- and short-run production for industries such as automotive, agricultural and appliance, among others. Recently, the company was...View More
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OptimaX® coating and 10V tool steel increase tool life and improve stamping quality.Peterson Manufacturing Company is a leading manufacturer of vehicle safety lighting, mirrors, reflectors and other related products. Headquartered in Grandview, Mo., the company supplies lighting systems to well-known brands such as Harely-Davidson,...View More
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For Rotation Engineering and Manufacturing, great customer service makes all the difference.Since 1973, Minnesota-based Rotation Engineering and Manufacturing has been providing quality metal stamping to customers in industries ranging from automotive to construction to recreational vehicles – really any industry you can think of that...View More
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Impax Tooling Solutions® helps Blount International reduce tooling costs dramatically.Blount International, Inc. is a worldwide manufacturer of replacement parts, equipment and accessories for the forestry, lawn and garden, agricultural, and concrete finishing industries. At its manufacturing facility in Kansas City, Missouri, the...View More
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Turfgrass equipment manufacturer increases bending efficiencies with V-Series Black diesWhen pro and amateur golfers alike hit the fairways, more often than not they’re focusing on weather conditions, the layout of the course and the competition. While these people know a good 18 holes when they play a course, chances are most golfers...View More
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Rabies tag manufacturer experiences greater productivity with Impax Tooling SolutionsFor dog and cat owners, one of the most routine responsibilities is a trip to the vet for annual vaccinations and rabies shots. With millions of domestic animals throughout the country, that accounts to just as many rabies tags that need to be...View More
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Amada Style Machine Accessories Catalog
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American Planed (Conventional) Press Brake Tooling SolutionsAmerican Planed (Conventional) Press Brake tooling is engineered to meet the needs of Sheet Metal Fabricators around the world. We have the ability to manufacture high quality Standard or Special Forming tools in one-piece lengths of up to 20 feet...View More
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Die Springs CatalogOngoing research and development, along with strict quality assurance procedures in compliance with ISO 9001, ensure very high levels of dimensional accuracy, durability and reliability. CAD SPRINGS, the first and revolutionary integrated software...View More
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Wilson Tool Tooling Accessories CatalogSolutions for Sheet Metal Fabricators including: Hand Tools, Measurement Tools, Tool Accessories and Machine Accessories.View More
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Thick Turret Assembly BOMsThick Turret assembly BOMs, including iSeries™, and replacement part ordering informationView More
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Milfab Cam Punch Units CatalogMake long-term die reliability a reality! The Milfab Pos-Z-Cam is a powerful compact positive return cam designed to maximize die runtime. Milfab Cam Units use investment cast hardened steel components which guarantees consistency, performance, and...View More
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Special Springs Die Springs Catalog – US SeriesThis catalog includes only the NEW US Series die springs.View More
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Special Springs Easy Manifold CatalogCharacteristics:An advantageous alternative to conventional and expensive Manifold cylinders.Large variety of combinations with the use of standard cylinders.Total elimination of hoses and connections.Balanced pressure in the systemView More
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Ironworker Tooling CatalogIronworker Tooling from Wilson Tool International includes:Stock and Non-Stock Dies and PunchesBateman™/Lehman™Buffalo™ Punches and DiesEdwards™ ToolingGeka™ Punches Hougen™ /Ogura ™Kingsland™Mubea™Nitto Kohki™Peddinghaus™Piranha™Scothmann™ /...View More
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Coating Technology FlyerCoating technology can boost tooling performance to levels far beyond that of untreated tool steels. For years, the Impax Tooling Solutions® division of Wilson Tool International has been a leader in providing innovative coatings engineered to help...View More
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Adjustable Die ChecklistUse this checklist to help ensure accuracy when requesting a quote or placing an order for an Adjustable Die.To save this calculator to your computer:Click the "VIEW NOW" button.Save the PDF file to your computer.Open the saved PDF, enter your data...View More
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Adjustable Dies Setup ROI CalculatorEnter your company-specific information next to the blue arrows in the chart below to see the potential savings you can expect by using Wilson Tool’s Adjustable Dies.To save this calculator to your computer:Click the "VIEW NOW" button.Save the PDF...View More
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Custom Steel Stamps FlyerDirect-from-the-mill sourcing and the largest tool steel selection readily available makes Impax Tooling Solutions®, a division of Wilson Tool International, your one-stop-shop for custom steel stamps. Our custom stamps are designed and manufactured...View More
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Air Bending Force ChartUse this Air Bending Force Chart to help you select the correct V opening in your die to get the bend that you want and ensure your tool selection is safe.View More
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Defense and Ammunition Tooling FlyerOur punches for the defense and ammunition industries have been known to last up to eight times longer than the competition. While we can’t promise they’ll last that long every time, we’re confident that ours will last longer than your current...View More
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Bend Limit Graphs (BLGs) for Amada® ATC PunchesBend limit graphs help determine what punch profile is best for you.View More
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Fin Die Tooling FlyerUnbeatable tooling, unbelievably fast. Impax Tooling Solutions® is an ideal partner in producing precision parts for the HVAC, climate control and related industries. We manufacture high precision fin die tooling that is guaranteed to meet the...View More
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Stamping GuaranteeWith our consultative approach and industry-leading tooling performance, we guarantee we will outperform your current tooling.Since our inception, Wilson Tool has remained steadfast in our commitment to our customers’ success. We collaborate closely...View More
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V-Series Black Data ChartThe V-Series Black Data Chart includes information on minimum angles, maximum tonnage and more.View More
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Punching Force CalculatorPunching Force (PF) is the force required to punch a hole. Calculating this force is an important step for fabricators – failure to do so can be costly, bringing production to a halt.This Punching Force calculator contains a perimeter calculator for...View More
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V-Series Black Usage TipsThis flyer contains information regarding the operation of and best practices related to the V-Series Black dies.View More
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Punch Tooling Maintenance ManualThis manual has been developed by Wilson Tool International engineers to give advice for users of thick and thin turret tooling on punch presses. Owners make a significant investment in their tooling, and incorrect maintenance will cost them dearly...View More
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Wilson Tool International Selected as a Healthiest Employer by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business JournalWHITE BEAR LAKE, MINN. (July 2011) – Wilson Tool International was recently recognized as one of 15 Minnesota companies to be honored in the Healthiest Employer 2011 edition of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.The annual Healthiest...View More
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Wilson Tool International Launches EXP® Punch TechnologyWHITE BEAR LAKE, MINN. (Nov. 14, 2011) – Wilson Tool International today introduced patent-pending EXP® punch technology, the first tooling in the industry to offer standard holders with truly universal punches. EXP® punch technology for thick...View More
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Wilson Tool Announces Acquisition of Brazilian Tool ManufacturerWHITE BEAR LAKE, MINN. (Jan.11, 2012) – Wilson Tool International today announced that it has acquired Milling Puncionadeiras of Sao Paolo, Brazil, a manufacturer of punch press and ironworker tooling for the fabrication industry in Brazil.“Wilson...View More
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Wilson Tool Announces Acquisition of Italian Tool ManufacturerSWINDON, UK. (September 18, 2012) – Wilson Tool International today announced that it has acquired Toolspress (TP Tooling srl), a manufacturer of premium press brake tooling for the sheet metal fabrication industry in Italy. “Toolspress has a highly...View More
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Wilson Tool Opens Doors For First National Manufacturing DayWHITE BEAR LAKE, MINN. (September 21, 2012) – Wilson Tool International will celebrate national Manufacturing Day on Friday, Oct. 5, with a presentation and tour of its manufacturing facility from 10 a.m. to noon at 12912 Farnham Avenue, White Bear...View More
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Sen. Klobuchar To Speak At Wilson Tool - Manufacturing Day EventWHITE BEAR LAKE, MINN. (October 4, 2012) – U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar will speak Friday, Oct. 5 at 10 a.m. at an event celebrating National Manufacturing Day at Wilson Tool International, 12912 Farnham Avenue, White Bear Lake, Minn. The event is...View More
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Wilson Tool Introduces Adjustable V DiesWHITE BEAR LAKE, MINN. (November 12, 2012) – Wilson Tool International is pleased to introduce Adjustable V dies for bending thick, heavy materials on the press brake.Adjustable V dies make it possible to adjust the width of the V-opening using a...View More
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Wilson Tool Introduces HPX® Guide AssembliesWHITE BEAR LAKE, MINN. (November 12, 2012) – Wilson Tool International today introduced the HPX® guide assembly for thick turret tooling, combining tool-free punch adjustments with replaceable punch technology in one easy-to-use package.Last year,...View More
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Wilson Tool Appoints New ExecutivesWHITE BEAR LAKE, MINN. (December 13, 2012) – Wilson Tool International today announced the appointments of Chris Lawless as President and Paul Johnson as President of New Business Development. As President, Lawless will be responsible for managing...View More
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Ordering an EKORequired Information to Order an EKO ToolTo ensure your EKO tool is designed to create the highest quality form, consistently and reliably, we need the following information:Machine make and modelMaterial type and thicknessForm Up or Form DownActual...View More
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Troubleshooting for aesthetic surface requirementsFor fabricators working with cosmetic surfaces, it’s important to ensure that the finished products look nice and meet customer requirements. Sometimes light surface rubs from the shoulder of a press brake die can be acceptable or covered with a...View More
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Wilson Tool's Scott Tacheny discusses tooling advances in CIM article
Tooling advances can help create products that were previously impossible, eliminate downstream operations, and reduce per-part costs
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Specialty tooling pushes the limits of the turret punch pressThe most significant advancement for tooling manufacturers is the number of punch press equipment suppliers building forming stations that permit the use of high-form tooling, either through a lower unit ram or by the ability to raise a forming tool...View More
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Treated Punching ToolsUnder pressure to increase productivity and reduce costs wherever possible, more and more sheet metal fabricators are discovering the benefits of coated tooling.This article first appeared in the September 2011 issue of Canadian Metalworking.View More
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First to the PunchProducing more parts in less time is the new reality for fabricators looking to get ahead. Today’s high-mix job shops produce less volume per part, but process more jobs, shifting the focus from increasing machine uptime to shortening manufacturing...View More
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Avoid Galling Problems on PunchesTo coat or not to coat? That should be the question when choosing a punch. The answer, as may be expected, depends on the application. In some cases, a coating can be well worth the added cost.This article originally appeared in the April 2013 issue...View More
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Thick plate strategies in The FabricatorAs fabricators experience increased demand for heavy-plate forming services for the shipbuilding, structural steel, and heavy equipment industries, they need to improve thick-plate bending throughput.For a long time fabricators created these forms...View More
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Where is your press brake tooling?If you perform a time study of a typical press brake operation, you’ll probably uncover a significant amount of time between the last good part of the previous job and the first good part of the next job. Operators may spend a good portion of that...View More
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Crossover Fabrication WebinarFind out how flexible your machine tools can be, when we show you the types of crossover processes that you may not have known you could perform.View More
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Improve Your Shop Through Effective Kaizen WebinarKaizen is a Japanese word meaning “change for the better” or “good change”. Kaizen is an instrumental piece of the continuous improvement process. In this free webinar, Wilson Tool will help you understand the keys to an effective Kaizen, how a...View More
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Advanced Press Brake Forming WebinarYou can use your press brake for much more than bending. Knowing this can save time and money that you may have spent outsourcing, switching machines or retooling. Wilson Tool's Steve Brown will discuss how to make channels, curls, gussets, and more.View More
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5S for a Turret Punch Press WebinarIn this webinar, we’ll look at and discuss the before and after conditions of a turret punch press demonstrating common 5S techniques as well as concepts we have seen implemented in our facility and customer sites over the years.View More
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Brass Case Manufacturing - Improving Your Machine Uptime WebinarAs a brass case manufacturer, there are certain modifications you can make to your process and tooling to keep your machine producing at an optimal level. This webinar will cover a number of those measures.View More
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Coatings for Stampers: What to Use and When WebinarThis webinar from the Impax Tooling Solutions® division of Wilson Tool will discuss how you can make the best choices when it comes to coatings.View More
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Distortion in the Punch Press - Understanding the Causes and Identifying Solutions WebinarThe solutions to sheet distortion in the punch press are sometimes as close as your toolbox. However, there are times the toolmaker needs to take some creative measures!View More
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Improve Your Press Brake Productivity WebinarJoin Wilson Tool's John Waller as he walks us through the key areas to maximizing productivity in your operation.View More
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Finding the Right Fit: Perfecting Your Part Nesting Process WebinarDo you dream of perfectly nested parts, that result in clean and accurate shapes while leaving almost no waste behind? In this webcast we discuss the secrets to perfecting your part nesting process. Our presentation will help your operation find its...View More
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Wilson Tool featured in Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal articleThe event is an effort by a group of manufacturing trade groups to bring more attention to the sector and try to get more young people interested in manufacturing as a career.October 05, 2012View More
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Wilson Tool International featured in Minneapolis Star Tribune articleAt Wilson Tool, workers make machine tools and dies for the metal stamping and punch press machines used by such big names as Toro, Polaris, Pentair and John Deere.The family-run company in Hugo is also building something else -- a bigger...View More
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Wilson Tool Celebrates New Canadian Manufacturing PlantOriginally published in Shop Metalworking Technology. July 31, 2017View More
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Q&A Blog with Wilson ToolPublished on www.fabtechexpo.com Q & A Blog with Wilson ToolIN GUEST BLOG BY KELLY CLARKSEPTEMBER 27, 2017What type of development has emerged to assist with speedier and correct setup between bending jobs? Efficiency is the most common way to...View More
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Wilson Tool International - Your Tooling PartnerWilson Tool International is an innovative tooling solutions provider with global headquarters in Minnesota and both manufacturing and sales facilities worldwide.View the article in Fabricating and Metalworking (Pulished April 01, 2018)View More
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FABTECH 2018 Recap - Day 1As I walked the FABTECH® show floor this Tuesday afternoon, I overheard one attendee tell another, “I could spend all week here, drinking beer, walking around, having a good time.” I have a slightly different perspective: I could spend all week here...View More
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COVID-19 and Wilson ToolTo Our Valued Customers,We are sure you have received many letters from your suppliers: however, Wilson Tool International feels it is important for you to know what we are doing to meet the needs of our customers during these unprecedented...View More
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We Are Here for You - COVID-19 and Wilson ToolTo Our Wilson Tool Customers,We wanted to provide a quick update to the fast-changing environment. The impact of the coronavirus pandemic is greatly affecting our lives on many fronts. Here at Wilson Tool International, we are committed to ensuring...View More
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We Are Open - COVID-19 and Wilson ToolTo Our Valued Customers,As the world continues to identify and understand the effects of COVID-19, please remember Wilson Tool International is committed to supporting your business during this pandemic and will continue to provide continuity of...View More
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Dual Curl VideoOur CL1 tools are a good fit for creating large curl diameters using thicker materials up to .250”. This style requires two separate stations of tooling in the brake and a total of three strokes to complete the curl. The two separate tool sets are...View More
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Staged Bending VideoThis video shows how staged tooling from Wilson Tool enables press brake operators to reduce setup time and increase their efficiency. Learn more about staged tooling at wilsontool.com/staged.View More
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Hinge Tool VideoWith Hinge tools, you can eliminate costly hardware, fitting and line-up assembly. They allow you to fabricate complete panels with their own integrated hinges. Depending upon your application, a hinge can be completed on the edge or in the middle...View More
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V-Series Black Disassembly/ReassemblyDetails the disassembly and reassembly of the V-Series Black press brake die.For more V-Series Black user information, visit wilsontool.com/vseriesblackuserView More
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Creating a hinge on a Press Brake VideoThis video shows you how to use Wilson Tool press brake tooling to create a hinge on a press brake.View More
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Custom Press Brake Applications VideoThis video shows a sample of custom press brake solutions created by Wilson Tool's innovative tooling design team. Whatever your tooling needs, Wilson Tool can work with you to develop the right solution for your program. See more press brake...View More
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Trumpf-Style De-Burring Tooling VideoThe Wilson Tool De-burring Tool enable sheet metal fabricators to de-burr parts while they are still on the punch press — eliminating an unnecessary secondary operation. Remove waste and increase efficiency in your punch press operations by...View More
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Adjustable V Die VideoThe Adjustable V dies are a great solution when bending thick materials and you need the flexibility to adjust the width of the V opening. Instead of buying several dies with different V openings, Adjustable V dies enable you to adjust the width,...View More
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Express Clamping System® VideoLoading punches is a snap with Wilson Tool’s Express Clamping System®. Available for virtually any make and model of press brake, the Express Clamping System is uniquely designed to increase your productivity and reduce your operating costs. See...View More