Formtek is pleased to announce that Paul Williams, Director of Sales, will speak about in-line punching technology and cutoff technology, as well as host the popular Roll Forming Jeopardy game, at the upcoming FMA 2023 World-Class Roll Forming Workshop that will take place April 18-19, 2023 in Elgin, IL. Formtek is also a proud Silver Level Sponsor of the 2023 event.
Attendees can listen to Paul as he presents “In-Line Punching Technology” on April 18, 2023 at 9:50 AM- 10:35 AM. In this session, attendees will review and learn common in-line punching operations including stationary flying pre-notch dies, rotary punching machines, and flying post-punching dies. Attendees will also learn how to answer varying questions about line upgrades and existing line punching problems.
Paul will also present “Cutoff Technology” on April 19, 2023 at 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM in the Gospel Room. This presentation will explain how sheet metal can be cut at specific points on a roll forming line. Attendees will learn there are different ways to make the cut depending on the location and application being used. In this session, attendees will also learn the different cutoff methods and determine the best application for the cross-section. Paul will also cover slug-type cutoff dies, slugless crop cutoff dies and combination cutoff off dies, and when to use them. Finally, Paul will review the different types of presses including air, mechanical, and hydraulic presses.
On Tuesday, a networking reception will feature the ever-popular Roll Forming Jeopardy game hosted and developed by Paul for attendees to test their knowledge about all things roll forming. During the reception, attendees will play a full round of Jeopardy with workshop speakers acting as judges to validate answers. The crowd gets in on the fun by throwing hints to players that need them. This is where bragging rights are won! The game has grown in popularity over the years and is always fun. Catch the reception and the game on April 18, 2023, at the TRUMPF Smart Factory from 4:45 PM – 6:45 PM.
For additional details about his presentation and the full schedule of sessions, see the workshop schedule.
The FABRICATOR spoke with Paul Williams, a member of the FMA Roll Forming Technology Council, to provide an overview of the event. To learn more, read the article here.
Paul has over 38 years’ experience in the tool and die and roll forming industries as a Toolmaker, Field Service Technician, Die Design Engineer, Sales Application Engineer, Product Line Manager, and currently as the Director of Sales. Paul received his schooling from the Tooling and Manufacturing Association in tool and die making and engineering and has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Paul has been with Hill Engineering since 1988 and has been a speaker and conference chairman for FMA, PMA, and SME conferences. With his experience and knowledge, he has also authored several technical articles for leading industry publications. Paul served on the Fabricators and Manufactures Association Board of Directors as an Associate Director during 2013-2014 and is a current member and past chairman of FMA’s Roll Forming and Technology Council.
Attend the only completely comprehensive roll forming conference the industry has to offer on April 18-19 at FMA International in Elgin, Illinois! This year, all fifteen workshops will be presented back-to-back in the same location. Speakers and attendees will experience the event together, without needing to choose between topics being presented simultaneously. Acquaint yourself with the best network from every aspect of the industry – from equipment, tooling, lubrication, safety, automation, and more. See the future in action with an exclusive FMA tour of the new TRUMPF Smart Factory, where fully networked production has come to life, and the popular Roll Form Jeopardy tradition will be held.