Development of pneumatic die press for magnetic sheet/
Jan Isaiah R. Manahan, Miko B. Montesa, Dann Fernan H. Nermal, Jaminel S. Santiago, and Jabar S. Serie .--
- Manila: Technological University of the Philippines, 2023.
- xii, 116pages: 29cm. +1 CD-ROM (4 3/4in.)
Thesis (undergraduate)
College of Industrial Technology .--
Includes bibliography:
The aim of the study titled "Development of a Pneumatic Die Press for Magnetic Sheet" was to address the productivity challenges faced by souvenir makers when cutting magnetic sheets, which required strenuous manual labor. These makers often struggled with the labor-intensive process of cutting delicate refrigerator magnetic stickers, as they lacked efficient machines for the task. The developed machine, a pneumatic die press, offers a solution by enabling users to cut magnetic sheets into ATM card-sized pieces with minimal labor and in a short amount of time. The machine features a manual lever that connects to the main plates, allowing the machine to function. Its automatic mechanism is driven by a pneumatic system, utilizing a double-acting cylinder to lower the upper plate and meet the die plate. The system is supported by an air compressor. To evaluate the machine, a survey was conducted among 30 respondents, including experts in mechanical technology, die and mold, mechanical engineering technology students, and professionals from various sectors. The survey covered aspects such as workability, durability, functionality, aesthetics, safety, and economy of the machine. The overall mean rating received was 4.38, indicating a "Very Acceptable" descriptive rating. The data collected from the surveys highlighted the machine's usefulness and positive reception among mechanical engineering technology