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HTC Press Brake Safety Relay Voltage Drop Troubleshooting and Control Retrofit Assessment in California.
A press brake that locks in a safe state is doing its job, but it still stops production until the root cause is found. During a service call on an HTC press brake in California, the issue showed up when the ram reached TDC and the light curtain was interrupted. The machine entered its safe condition and would not continue as expected.
Mario Vandemoortele
Aug 213 min read


Disassembling and Rebuilding Your Haco Q3 Trumpf Style Turret Punch in Louisiana.
Maintaining your Haco Q3 Trumpf style turret punch is essential to keep it running smoothly and avoid costly downtime. Over time, hydraulic hoses wear out, pneumatic fittings leak, and finger cylinders lose their seal integrity. This shows you the process of disassembling key components, rebuilding hydraulic and pneumatic parts, and reassembling everything with proper alignment.
Mario Vandemoortele
May 312 min read


Comprehensive Maintenance for Haco Q5 Trumpf Style 22 Ton Hydraulic Punching Machine and Troubleshooting in Illinois
Maintaining a Haco Q5 Trumpf style hydraulic punching machine ensures smooth operation and extends the machine’s lifespan. This guide covers key maintenance tasks and troubleshooting steps to keep your machine running efficiently. From fixing hydraulic leaks to recalibrating the Z axis, these practical tips help avoid downtime and costly repairs.
Mario Vandemoortele
May 22 min read


Optimizing Performance of Haco Q3 Turret Punch with Essential Maintenance and Upgrades in Louisiana
Optimizing Performance of Haco Q3 Trumpf style turret punch 25 Ton with 20 fully indexable tool stations with Essential Maintenance and Upgrades
Mario Vandemoortele
Apr 252 min read
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