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Springs Failure Analysis
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?
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.
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Answers
Springs
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
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
Failure Analysis
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.
This Technical FAQ page was first posted in January 2005.
More questions will be added in the future.
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