We manufacture a mixer drum. They are 92 inches in diameter and 280 inches long and are tapered on both ends. We manufacture the drum in sections. The coned ends had a crimp to help assembly and make a area for a fillet weld. The problem I can NOT get Solidworks (2007) to flat pattern the cone section with the crimp. Does anyone have any answer or a way I can make the flat pattern??
Steve
I have an e-drawing if interested.
Hi Steve,
Post the edrawing/file to free hositing site, or email the file.
John Layne
I would be interested in seeing the drawing and any fix as well.
Tom
On 22 Dec 2006 15:34:02 -0600, "John Layne"
Model the part. Generate a flat pattern configuration. Cut off the things that don't unfold. Add them back when the part is flattened.
John Kimmel
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