[TheForge] RE: TheForge] ironworkers vs power hammers

[Bob Ehrenberger]

Ben,

I kind of depends on the type of work you do. I have two power hammers, a 
hydrolic press, and no iron worker. For me forging is more important than 
punching holes and cutting/notching angle iron.  If you fabricate a lot of 
rails you may want the iron worker.

Robert Ehrenberger
Shelbyville, Mo.
eforge at centurytel.net

---Original Message----
Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2008 10:22:14 -0800
From: "Ben Barrett" <stircrazyben at gmail.com>
Subject: [TheForge] ironworkers vs power hammers

Howdy folks, I'd like to prompt a discussion on how ironworkers fit in
with power hammers in the medium-sized smithy, and the pro's and con's
of acquiring one before the other.  I currently have room to expand
into both, and nearing budget for one or the other.  One current [heh]
limitation is 1-phase power, although I understand either could be
modified to a 1-phase motor/source or driven with a phase converter.
I'm looking at the range of processes that I could accomplish, and
would be hoping to get into a 50-150# hammer or a 35-50 ton
ironworker.  Eventually both, if things pan out.  Please advise!

Ben B
or offlist:  ben at nw-arts.com