Drill

The Various Types of Drilling Machines

There are several types of drills, each with specific features and applications. Here are some of the main types of drilling machines:

• Column Drill Press: Column drill presses are versatile machines commonly used in metalworking, woodworking, and other manufacturing industries. This drill is mounted on a vertical column and is often used for precise drilling operations on relatively small workpieces. It is suitable for drilling tasks on materials such as wood, metal, and plastic.
• Radial Drill Press: This type of drill press has an articulated arm that allows the drilling head to move over a larger range. This enables drilling of large workpieces or performing drilling operations on complex-shaped pieces.
• CNC Column Drill Press: These drills are computer-controlled and use CNC (Computer Numerical Control) programming to automate drilling operations. They offer high precision and are often used in industrial production of complex and repetitive parts.

Why Should I Put a Safety Guard On My Drill?

A column drill press is a powerful tool for drilling holes in various materials. Therefore, it is imperative to safeguard this tooling machine to ensure the safety of operators. One of the best ways to achieve this is by installing a safety shield on your drill press. Safety guards for drill presses protect the operator from flying debris and entanglement with the machine’s chuck.

To meet CNESST safety requirements, press drills must be equipped with:

• a starter
• an emergency stop button
• a protective shield around the work area (electrically interlocked)