bockningar

Bockningar is a term that generally refers to bending processes in manufacturing, particularly in sheet metal fabrication. These processes shape metal by applying force to create a bend along a straight axis. The most common method for achieving bockningar is through press braking, where a punch presses a sheet of metal into a die. The angle and radius of the bend are determined by the tooling used and the specific machine settings.

Variations in bockningar exist, including air bending, bottom bending, and coining. Air bending involves the punch pressing the material into the die without fully contacting the bottom. Bottom bending requires the punch to fully depress the material into the die, resulting in a sharper bend. Coining is a more extreme form where significant force is applied, permanently forming the metal and eliminating springback.

The precision of bockningar is crucial for the functional and aesthetic qualities of the final product. Applications range from automotive parts and aerospace components to household appliances and architectural elements. Proper selection of material, tooling, and bending technique is essential to prevent defects such as cracking, stretching, or unwanted deformation. The term bockningar encompasses the entire process of intentionally deforming metal through bending to achieve a desired shape.