Online product configurator aids caster design
Caster Concepts Inc. has partnered with PARTsolutions to launch an online product configurator, providing CAD models that can be integrated...
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Calculator measures baseline band sawing performance
Simonds Intl. has introduced SnapShot™ to its Cutting Intelligence™ line of analysis tools. The band sawing calculator is a data-driven...
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Arc process monitoring system controls weld pool conditions remotely
Spark-Robo is a new arc process viewing and monitoring system produced by Servo-Robot. It includes dual digital color video technology for weld...
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Unit scans reflective objects without surface preparation
AiMESS has developed R3Dscan, a fringe projection 3-D digitizing system that scans and measures reflective and transparent objects without...
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Authoring software added to flexible gauge
Origin Intl. Inc. offers a customized Renishaw Equator™ flexible gauge that includes Origin's Equator authoring software. The software module...
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Surface treatments add wear resistance to complex components
UltraFlex™ wear-resistant surface treatments from Kennametal are designed for components with complex geometries in the power-generation and oil...
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PC-based software system creates complex pipe shapes
Mazak Optonics Corp. has released FX Tube, a PC-based software system for tube and pipe processing, for use on the Mazak Fabri Gear machine....
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Motion controller designed for precision linear positioners, rotation stages
Physik Instrumente (PI) LP offers a new motion controller for closed-loop precision positioning systems. The C-884, a 4-axis digital servo...
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Software allows building of multiple-component worksheets
Jetcam Intl. has launched Jetcam Orders Controller (JOC) Premium II. The software provides a way to build unlimited worksheets of components...
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Structural adhesives serve as alternative to mechanical fasteners
Fabrico offers structural adhesives in liquid and tape formats. The adhesives are designed for bonding and joining applications with loads up to...
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Bend app helps simplify bending calculations
LVD Strippit's new bend app for smartphones and tablets provides quick access to bending calculations and tooling information to aid press...
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MRP system designed for fabrication industry
SigmaTEK Systems has introduced SigmaMRP™. Developed for the specific requirements of the fabrication industry, the manufacturing resource...
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CD highlights fixturing process, products
Advanced Machine & Eng. Co. (AME) has released an updated Fixturing Solutions CD. Included is a brief fixturing overview and video, along with...
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Compact automatic welding machine delivers high working speed
CEMSA S.p.A. has introduced a new model in the Roboseam line of CNC machines for automatic resistance welding of sinks and similar products....
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Electronic pressure switch suitable for hostile environments
SOR Inc. has introduced an electronic pressure switch that offers supplemental continuous output of either 4 to 20 mA or 1 to 5 VDC.
The 805QS...
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3-D welding table converts to any desired configuration
Kemper America offers a new 3-D welding table for single production pieces or series production. The table converts into any desired configuration...
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Flat-pattern development software integrates into SolidWorks
Forming Technologies Inc. has released BlankWorks v5.0, which provides SolidWorks® 2013 users with a fully integrated, add-in application...
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Tools added to metrology software
Hexagon Metrology Inc. has announced the release of PC-DMIS 2012 MR1 metrology software. It is used for the collection, evaluation, management,...
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Monitoring system connects a few machines or worldwide facilities
Syscon Intl. has introduced MT Focus®, a monitoring system for new and legacy machine tools. It connects machines through the universal language...
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Modular, triaxis transfer helps improve production efficiency
Schuler has unveiled the Intra Trans modular transfer. Designed for installation on all progressive and transfer presses, it allows for the...
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Manufacturing software replaces paper-based process with MES digitization
GE Intelligent Platforms has introduced advanced manufacturing software to help increase production speed and more tightly control quality....
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Robotic grit-blast system's turntable holds 1,000 lbs.
Guyson Corp. has introduced an extended-height robotic grit-blast machine with a 72- by 72-in. work envelope and pressure-blast media...
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On-site repair product suitable for high loads
Diamant Coating Systems has introduced Multimetal Steel 1018, a repair product that combines high compressive strength, vibration damping, and...
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Plasma cutters added to cost estimating software library
MTI Systems has added high-definition plasma cutting machines to its Costimator® cost estimating software library, offering updates and laser...
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Small air nozzle delivers precision blowoff
Exair's new Pico Super Air Nozzle™, at only 0.19 in. dia., is one of the smallest available, states the company. It provides precision...
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"One-click" multiconnection manifold helps simplify die change
Industrial Innovations offers the Quick Spray Release multiconnection manifold, which enables "one-click" disconnect and connect of multiple...
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CAD platform allows users to build conveyor assemblies to exact specifications
Dorner Mfg.'s new Configurator is an intuitive, 2-D and 3-D CAD platform that allows users to build complete conveyor assemblies to their exact...
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CAD/CAM software provides improved multitool support
Vero Software has announced the introduction of the 2013 release of Radan sheet metal CAD/CAM software. The new release provides improved support...
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Image processing systems automate surface inspection
Vitronic offers Vinspec turnkey automated surface inspection systems. The 2-D and 3-D camera-based systems generally are installed inline to...
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Retrofit turns manual CMM into 3-D model-based inspection system
Verisurf Software has introduced complete CMM retrofits that add Verisurf X6 software and new USB communications to any manual CMM, transforming...
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Nesting software for plasma, oxyfuel applications enhanced
Hypertherm has announced releases of its TurboNest® and NestMaster® nesting software for conventional plasma and oxyfuel applications. A 2-D CAD...
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Additive manufacturing process uses EBW gun to deposit metal layer by layer
Sciaky Inc., a subsidiary of Phillips Service Industries (PSI), offers Direct Manufacturing technology, a large-scale, fully programmable means of...
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Laser profiling accessory attaches to crawler without tools
The new RedLine™ laser accessory from Envirosight LLC attaches to the ROVVER X™ inspection crawler to perform geometric profiling of the...
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Ferrite content measurement device identifies weld cracking susceptibility
The FERITSCOPE® FMP30 hand-held ferrite content measurement device from Fischer Technology determines if the ferrite content in a weld can...
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Software facilitates inspection, part verification
Verisurf Software Inc. has released Verisurf version 6 software. The new Windows® 7, 64-bit release includes features for in-process...
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Fabricating software customizable for user requirements
Wittlock Eng. has released the latest version of WE-CIM Advanced Fabrication software. Version 20 allows users to manipulate the software to their...
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Inductive proximity sensors detect more than one metal with no adjustments
Pepperl+Fuchs NRB/NRN series inductive proximity sensors with reduction factor 1 can detect every kind of metal at the same operating...
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Sheet metal forming software permits quantitative piece cost analysis
AutoForm Eng. GmbH has unveiled its latest software version, AutoForm plus R4. It allows users to quantify and evaluate all planning aspects...
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Software designed for press brake applications
SigmaTEK Systems LLC has released SigmaBEND AP™ press brake software. Incorporating the unfolding functionality of AutoPol™ from FCC...
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Sensor inputs added to press controller for more flexible monitoring
Cieco Inc. has announced that the die protection module of its Automator II press controller now has up to 40 sensor inputs available. That's more...
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Management software designed for steel construction
Steel Projects has developed a new version of its software, Steel Projects PLM, designed to automate and optimize the connection between the...
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CAD modeling helps optimize pressworking processes
Bilsing Automation has introduced the new 3-D press line scanning service, designed to provide accurate simulations of customers' stamping...
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New options added to inspection software
Delcam offers the 2012 release of its PowerInspect inspection software. The new version includes a number of extra options to simplify...
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Production monitoring software delivers weld performance information anywhere
Lincoln Electric's CheckPoint™ production monitoring software enables users to obtain performance information on their Lincoln Electric welding...
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Pressure regulators designed for improved performance
The gas technology specialist Witt has improved the performance of two of its dome-loaded pressure regulators. The top version 757LE now provides...
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Interface allows unfolding, import of CAD files from within nesting software
Jetcam Intl. s.a.r.l has introduced new CAD interfaces to AutoPOL for Windows® and AutoPOL G 2 3-D CAD and unfolding software packages. The...
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Mirrors designed for high-power lasers
Laser Research Optics has introduced a new line of OFHC copper mirrors offered with or without water cooling for use in high-power,...
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Ultrasonic wire splicer creates bond without filler metals
Sonobond offers the Dual Head SpliceRite™ ultrasonic wire splicer. It creates solid-state metallurgical bonds with high conductivity...
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Six-blade fans designed to use less power
MacroAir offers six-blade HVLS fans. The patented 6ixBlade technology uses a NASA-engineered wing design and blade-angle pattern for increased...
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Energy-industry software predicts, prioritizes equipment failure
GE has introduced Proficy® SmartSignal® Shield 4.0 software for the oil and gas and power industries. It is designed to provide early detection...
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