Within a multitude of industries, springs serve as indispensable components, powering a diverse range of products and systems. Despite their seemingly simple appearance, springs necessitate a meticulous manufacturing process to guarantee their ability to fulfil their designated functions and deliver exceptional performance.
Here at The Active Spring Company, we were founded in the 1980’s and our family run business has a reputation for quality, reliability, excellent customer service and value for money. We have an extensive range of springs that fall under five main categories; wire forms, pressings, torsion, compression and tension springs.
We specialise in designing and manufacturing pressing springs that meet the exact requirements of our customers by considering factors such as load capacity, composition and spring rate, to ensure optimal performance and long-lasting usage. In this post we are going to give an overview of each of these spring types and explore their main benefits and uses.
Wireform Springs
Wireform springs are created from a single piece of wire, which can be bent into various forms and are used in various applications in the aerospace and aviation, transport and electronics sectors. They are easily customisable and offer a cost-effective solution as they are made of one material and are simpler to manufacture.
Pressings Springs
Pressing springs are specially designed to be heavy duty and to withstand high-impact applications. Also known as die springs, they are cost-effective, versatile, and can be produced in high volumes. They are known for their strength, high load capacity and durability. In manufacturing pressing provides the necessary force and reliability for the seamless operation of critical processes.
They offer a huge versatility in applications such as metal stamping where they provide the necessary force for shaping and forming metal sheets; plastic injection moulds where they play a pivotal role in maintaining pressure and ensuring consistency and excel in environments where high temperatures and repetitive cycles are required.
Torsion Springs
Torsion springs are available in many different applications across domestic, commercial, and industrial settings. This includes garage doors, automotive suspensions, industrial machinery, clipboards, and clothes pegs.
Using the latest and most sophisticated torsion spring coiling machines available we supply and manufacture single, double and triple torsion springs in a wide range of wire diameters and material specifications. These could be in quantities from one-offs to millions, and in sizes from those so small you could fit thousands in the palm of your hand and so large that it would take five people to lift one.
They are known for the durable materials they are made from such as steel or stainless steel, which ensures long-lasting performance, and they are also resistant to wear and tear, making them suitable for applications with repeated use and harsh environments. This durability and strength together with the relatively low costs to manufacture and maintain, means they are also a cost-effective solution for many applications.
Compression Springs
Compression springs are mechanical devices that store energy and release it when compressed. They are fundamental components in a wide array of industrial and consumer applications such as the automotive sector, where they help manage suspension systems, ensuring comfortable transport and can be found in many consumer products, from retractable pens to furniture, where they offer cushioning and support.
Compression springs are used for shock absorbing against the impact of bumps and jolts protecting equipment against damage and in generating force, such as in the case of a door closer or for positioning where the springs are used to position objects, such as a valve spring to prevent it leaking.
Tension Springs
Tension springs, or extension springs, apply a resistive force as the spring extends and are utilised to move or return a component part. These springs are commonly used in devices including garage doors, trampolines, reclining chairs and exercise equipment, providing the necessary resistance for functional movements. The most common material for tension springs is high-carbon steel, which is known for its strength and durability. Other materials, such as stainless steel or various alloys, may also be used.
Contact The Active Spring Company Today
We have a reputation for high quality, competitive pricing and a fast turnaround and are experts in our field and would be happy to speak to you about your requirements. If you would like to know more about the types of springs available or to speak to us about your needs, please contact us at our website, call 01371 830 557 or email [email protected].