Ironworkers are a class of machine that are able to perform the tasks of an assortment of other machines. They are able to shear, notch, and punch holes in steel plate and angle iron. Modern ironworkers are hydrualic-driven and powered by and electric motor. Ironworkers typically have 4 stations where they can shear flat plate, angle iron, round and square bar stock as well as punch plates, angles, i-beam and channel iron.
The versatility of these machines are particularlly useful in fabrication and metalworking shopts with minimal space for mutiple machines and a need diverse functionality.
Heavy Duty Precision Available in standard and oversize, the robust 1" x 12" x 16" Heavy Duty Gauging Table Kit takes the guesswork out of making precise, repeatable standard or oversize holes. Movable fences clamp down to the table surface with heavy-duty hardware to guide your material to the same punch location every time. The kit includes heavy duty table, mounting plate, hardware and one short and one long movable fence.
A standard feature on new Edwards Ironworkers from 25 Ton to 100 Ton, add our Pedestal Die Table to your existing Edwards Ironworker to punch flange or web surfaces of 2" x 2" steel angle, channel and beam sections. You can even punch larger angle sections leg-down. The Pedestal Die Table allows for the accessory Gauging Table Kit to be easily installed for a larger working and layout surface. Also available in Oversize for your larger Punch applications.
When a Standard Punch isn't Enough The Oversize Punch Assembly takes the place of your standard Punch Assembly to accomodate punches and dies in various shapes and sizes from 1" to 1-9/16". Oversize Punch and Die Sets sold separately. See our standard stocked Punch and Die Sets and contact us for custom sizes. Punched holes or shapes larger than 1-9/16" require the 241 Punch Assembly.
Use this "plug-and-play" accessory when production cutting long material to repeatable lengths. The adjustable proximity switch automatically cycles your machine as you guide the material. The48" Auto Cut, compatible with current Edwards Ironworkers, features a rugged solid-steel housing, guarding snoot, 1" x 48" machined back-gauge stock, electrical cording and adjustable, electrical tiebacks. Installs in minutes with simple instructions
Precise, Repeatable Bends