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Norton BlazeX F980 fiber discs increase cut rate in stainless
- Mar 20, 2021
- Product Release
Saint-Gobain Abrasives has introduced its Norton BlazeX F980 fiber discs with ceramic alumina microfracturing grain for a variety of grinding processes in stainless steel and harder-to-grind materials. New proprietary Cool Friction technology dissipates heat during the grind to help reduce rework...
- From The Fabricator
Is automated grinding of 3D parts happening in most fab shops?
Experts believe robotic grinding cells could be on their way to a metal fabrication shop near you. Robotic grinding isn't in most fab shops, but that'll be changing.
- From The Fabricator
Electrocoat Association to hold webinar in June
- Mar 16, 2021
- News Release
The Electrocoat Association continues its Finisher’s Guide to Electrocoat webinar series with “Basics of Electrocoat,” to be presented June 8 at 2:00 p.m. ET. Gary Orosz, applications process manager with PPG Industries, will discuss the different types of electrocoat and how they’re used...
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Metal fabricator plays key role in development of ground-breaking audio engineering product
- By Shannon Eggleton
- Mar 13, 2021
- Article
Whitestone Audio Instruments and EVS Metal work together to bring a new audio engineering product to market.
- From The Fabricator
Osborn appoints new CEO
- Mar 3, 2021
- News Release
Osborn, a provider of surface treatment and finishing products, has appointed Brian Cassady as CEO. He most recently served as president/CEO of Municipal Parking Services Inc. Cassady’s other previous positions include CEO at Fansteel Inc. and interim executive and operating adviser for more than...
- From The Fabricator
IFS Coatings breaks ground on 70,000-sq.-ft. expansion
- Mar 2, 2021
- News Release
Powder coating supplier IFS Coatings has broken ground on a new facility located next to the current headquarters and an IFS manufacturing plant in Gainesville, Texas. Phase one of the project will be a 40,000-sq.-ft. facility, which is part of a 70,000-sq.-ft. total expansion plan. The new...
- From The Fabricator
Hubbard-Hall achieves Woman Owned Small Business certification
- Mar 1, 2021
- News Release
Hubbard-Hall, based in Waterbury, Conn., has announced its certification as a Woman Owned Small Business by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council. This certification validates that the company is owned, controlled, and managed by a woman. Chairman/CEO/President Molly Kellogg is the...
- From The Additive Report
On-demand manufacturer has no plans to ‘hunker down’ during COVID
- By Holly B. Martin
- Feb 19, 2021
- Article
In the past six months, San Diego digital manufacturing company GoProto has acquired two organizations—3D Systems’ Australian 3D printing division and an Australian scanning company—and been recognized by Inc.magazine.
- From The Fabricator
4 best practices for fabricators using fiber discs
- By Jeremy Spencer
- Feb 19, 2021
- Article
Fabricators can decrease grinding costs, boost productivity, and increase safety by following these four best practices: Apply correct downforce pressure, use the appropriate grinder, follow safety protocols, and use good fiber disc storage protocols.
- From The Fabricator
Viking 48T shotblaster handles 3,000-lb. loads
- Feb 15, 2021
- Product Release
Viking Blast & Wash Systems has released the 48T shotblaster with 48-in.-dia. capacity. Maximum work height is about 30 in. at the middle of the table and up to 34 in. at the edge. The table is lined with a self-draining, 3/8-in.-thick manganese alloy plate rotating at 5 RPM with a load capacity of...
- From The Fabricator
Manufacturing Cleaning Association launches new website
- Feb 12, 2021
- News Release
The Manufacturing Cleaning Association (MCA) has developed a new website to provide members and industry visitors with information about manufacturing and industrial cleaning, as well as its importance and benefits. The site offers articles, white papers, and other resources from association...
- From The Fabricator
What else is available in powder coating finishes?
Powder coatings with antimicrobial characteristics, textures, and metallic finishes are just some of the options for metal fabricators looking for a special coating.
- From The Additive Report
Interview with Chris Aiello, co-owner of a new binder-jet 3D printing shop
- By Don Nelson
- Feb 4, 2021
- Article
Why start a 3D printing service bureau during a pandemic? A co-founder of Pennsylvania shop FreeFORM Technologies, Chris Aiello, discusses that and other additive manufacturing topics.
- From The Additive Report
Large-format 3D printers eliminate ‘stitching’ parts together
- By Kip Hanson
- Jan 28, 2021
- Article
Big 3D printers eliminate the need to join multiple small parts into a single structure, enhancing accuracy, saving time, and cutting costs.
- From The Fabricator
Powder coating handbook available from PCI
- Jan 27, 2021
- Product Release
The Powder Coating Institute has released the 5th edition of Powder Coating: The Complete Finisher’s Handbook. This 485-page handbook includes updates to every chapter, as well as color photos and graphics. The 21 chapters are assembled in the order that the powder coating system operates,...
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