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AIM appoints Mankin & Associates as manufacturers’ rep
- Jan 4, 2017
- Consumables
- News Release
AIM, Cranston, R.I., has announced the addition of Des Moines, Iowa-based Mankin & Associates as its new representative in Iowa and Nebraska for its line of solder materials for the plumbing industry. Mankin & Associates specializes in the plumbing, heating and cooling, industrial, and municipal...
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Lightweight welding helmet covers numerous applications
- Jan 4, 2017
- Safety
- Product Release
The Translas Force 300 fully automatic welding helmet, available in the U.S. from RoboVent, covers applications from SMAW and GMAW to low-amperage GTAW and grinding.
The lightweight helmet is available for private labeling.
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Robinson Metal adds fiber laser machine
- Jan 4, 2017
- Laser Cutting
- News Release
Robinson Metal Inc., a single-source metal fabrication supplier in De Pere, Wis., has installed a fiber laser machine to help enhance its laser cutting efficiency and reduce project lead times. The upgraded laser features improved reliability and reduced operational maintenance to help minimize...
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Ford to invest $700 million in Michigan plant
- Jan 4, 2017
- Shop Management
- News Release
Dearborn, Mich.-based Ford Motor Co. has announced it will invest $700 million to renovate and expand its assembly plant in Flat Rock, Mich., creating 700 jobs. The automaker canceled plans to build a new, $1.6 billion assembly plant in Mexico, but will build its next-generation Focus® at its...
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Anatomy of an automated welding system
- By Bob Rochelle
- Jan 4, 2017
- Automation and Robotics
- Article
A robot is part of an automated welding system with most projects needing personnel involved. We review the components of automated welding systems here.
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Shaping the laser beam for the best cut
- By Tim Heston
- Jan 4, 2017
- Laser Cutting
- Article
The Fraunhofer Institute in Germany has developed a system that quickly oscillates the beam in specific patterns as it cuts, welds, or otherwise processes material. These patterns have the effect of “shaping” a laser beam, allowing the technician to tailor the beam’s shape to fit the application.
- From The Welder
Electron Beam Eng. approved for laser welding Airbus A320neo engine
- Jan 4, 2017
- Laser Welding
- News Release
Electron Beam Eng. Inc. (EBE), Anaheim, Calif., has been approved for the laser welding required in the hydraulic fuel system of the Airbus A320neo engine. “We were approached to perform the intricate laser welding of the fastening device within the fluid coupling mechanism that went into...
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IFS Coatings architectural powder coatings now have EPDs
- Jan 4, 2017
- Shop Management
- News Release
Gainesville, Texas-based IFS Coatings has announced that each product in its architectural series—IFS 300SP and IFS 400SD powder coatings and IFS 500FP high-performance powder coatings—has an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD). An EPD is an internationally recognized and standardized...
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MSCI applauds Trump’s trade team
- Jan 4, 2017
- Metals/Materials
- News Release
M. Robert Weidner III, president/CEO of the Metals Service Center Institute (MSCI), Rolling Meadows, Ill., has issued the following statement on President-elect Donald J. Trump’s selection of Robert Lighthizer to be U.S. Trade Representative, Peter Navarro to direct the National Trade Council,...
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Understanding modern press brakes
- By Paul LeTang
- Jan 4, 2017
- Bending and Forming
- Article
This overview provides a brief discussion of press drives, crowning systems, and tooling setup found on today's press brakes.
- From The Fabricator
Construction project showcases best of metal fabrication
- By Eric Lundin
- Jan 4, 2017
- Tube and Pipe Fabrication
- Article
Editor Eric Lundin interviewed several of the people who were instrumental in the design, fabrication, and installation of the decorative façade that adorns FMA’s new office in Elgin, Ill
- From The Welder
Lucas-Milhaupt launches brazing book website
- Jan 4, 2017
- Consumables
- News Release
Lucas-Milhaupt Inc., Milwaukee, a supplier of brazing and soldering materials, has launched a new micro-website, www.brazingbook.com, based on The Brazing Book. The website is divided into five main reference sections:Brazing - Provides general information about the process, from the six...
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Using key performance indicators to measure progress
- By Bill Frahm
- Jan 4, 2017
- Bending and Forming
- Article
To improve a process, you need to measure the results and compare them against expectations. In many instances, a metal former needs to define key performance indicators and keep track of them to determine just how its shop is performing.
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AAM appoints VP/CIO
- Jan 4, 2017
- Shop Management
- News Release
American Axle & Mfg. Inc., Detroit, a manufacturer of driveline and drivetrain systems and related components and modules, chassis systems, electric drive systems, and metal formed products for vehicles, has promoted Donald E. Wright to the position of vice president/CIO. Wright joined the company...
- From The Welder
EB Industries hires director of operations
- Jan 4, 2017
- Laser Welding
- News Release
Farmingdale, N.Y.-based EB Industries, a provider of electron beam and laser welding services, has appointed Thomas A. Shelby to the position of director of operations. Shelby, who most recently served as vice president of operations for Monarch Metal Fabrication in Bohemia, N.Y., has more than 25...
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