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SMI Technical Help Service
Frequently Asked Questions
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| Q: I am just getting started in the Spring Industry. Can you recommend some good sources of information on spring design and processing? |
Q: I have a broken spring and need to determine the origin of the failure. What can I expect and where do I send the spring?
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| Q: Where can I find a supplier of compression, extension, torsion springs, coilers, slide formers, wire suppliers, spring testers etc.? |
This Technical FAQ page was first posted in January 2005.
More questions will be added in the future. |
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Answers
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| Q: I am just getting started in the Spring Industry. Can you recommend some good sources of information on spring design and processing?
A: SMI offers several excellent Publications. Click the links below, or visit our Publications page:
Encyclopedia of Spring Design
Fundamentals of Spring Design
Compression, Extension, Torsion and Garter Springs
Other Types of Springs
Testing and Tolerancing
Handbook of Spring Design
Springs Magazine
Mechanical Springs by A.M Wahl
Regulatory Compliance Programs for Springmakers
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Q: Where can I find a supplier of compression, extension, torsion springs, coilers, slide formers, wire suppliers, spring testers etc.?
A: The following link will take you to a search engine that is categorized by spring type and services offered. Go to "Products" and click on the tab and many options will pop up. There are also several other ways to focus your search on this page.
Springmakers & Suppliers
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Q: I have a broken spring and need to determine the origin of the failure. What can I expect and where do I send the spring?
A: For an overview of the SMI Failure Analysis Service, you can visit the Failure Analysis page. If you decide to use the service send the fractured spring to the attention of:
Luke Zubek
2001 Midwest Road-Suite 106
Oak Brook, IL 60523
All analyses are strictly confidential. For a sample of the metallurgical capabilities refer to the following documents:
Surface Analysis
Corrosion Deposit.
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This Technical FAQ page was first posted in January 2005.
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