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Keeping pace in sheet metal manufacturingTo remain competitive, a shop must be willing to embrace both innovation and change together. To get the most out of that commitment, a shop needs to understand just how the introduction of any new technology will affect the entire process chain, not just one part.
Publish date: December 3, 2012 |
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The importance of focal positions in laser cuttingIf the proper laser beam focal position and projection shapes are maintained within the material to be processed, the balance of the requirements necessary to producing a consistent, high-quality laser-cut are kept to a minimum. That's why it's important for laser cutting equipment operators to...
Publish date: January 8, 2010 |
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Achieving precision and diversification with laser and waterjet technologiesBoth laser and waterjet cutting systems produce precision parts, and in many applications, either is appropriate. This article, which discusses the benefits and limitations of both technologies, can help you decide which is best-suited for your operation. In some cases, utilizing both can...
Publish date: January 9, 2007 |
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Unattended operation of CO2laser process systemsThis article discusses the history of lasers and material handling equipment with relation to unattended operation. It specifically examines material load/unload devices, sheet separation and detection devices, the auto-focus laser lens, raw material storage and retrieval systems, automatic part...
Publish date: May 18, 2002 |