Design and analysis of punch and die combination for fabrication of tractor fender using FEM

Abstract

In the current times, most of the manufacturers are focussed on technology assisted optimization of resources, pertaining to capital investment in consonance with higher production rates with lowest minimum defects in the output produced. In agreement with the same, the present research identifies the designing characteristics of punch and die arrangement; meant for securing high degree of production outcomes associated with manufacturing of tractor fender component (side part) as part of press tool exercise. Moreover, the aforementioned line of action is adopted to achieve minimum time cycle for production as well as for minimising die material used by involving two different die blocks; unlike previous approach of adopting a die plate combination. The novel approach led to significant decrement in die steel consumption and material cost as well. The CAD model of punch and die arrangement has been developed on Catia Software whereas; the structural analysis has been accomplished by Ansys software. Besides that, this scheme also develops a comprehensive picture of punching through mathematical calculation of all the die parts and detailed analysis of same by way of finite element analysis. The die was specifically designed and manufactured at the establishment of Indofarm Equipments Private Limited, Baddi (Himachal Pradesh).