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Products - Page 244
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Die segments for hot stamping manufactured using laser melting
- Oct 26, 2016
- Bending and Forming
- Product Release
Using 3-D printing, Schuler now is manufacturing prototype hot stamping dies with coolant channels running in an improved near net shape to help ensure fast cooling of all component areas and, thus, improved part properties, says the company. The firm uses laser melting as an additive manufacturing...
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Windows protect high-power refractive and reflective optics
- Oct 25, 2016
- Laser Cutting
- Product Release
Mate’s Fiber Shield™ windows are designed to protect precision lenses in laser systems. They shield optic components in laser beam delivery systems from debris and fumes during the laser process. Available in diameters from 0.47 to 2.17 in., the windows are made of fused silica to protect the...
- From The Welder
Lightweight fume gun reduces weld fume exposure by 90 to 95 percent
- Oct 25, 2016
- Consumables
- Product Release
RoboVent has released the Extractor™, a new fume gun that captures 90 to 95 percent of weld fumes at the source, in a package just slightly larger than a standard weld gun. The unit integrates a welding gun with a source extraction system, so fumes are captured as soon as they are generated. It...
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No-drip spray nozzle fits in tight spaces
- Oct 21, 2016
- Shop Management
- Product Release
Exair offers the 1/4 NPT No Drip internal-mix, deflected flat-fan atomizing spray nozzle. It atomizes fluid and sprays at a right angle to the nozzle orientation, which allows spray to be placed where it is needed when the mounting and work areas are limited. The nozzle works the same way as the...
- From The Fabricator
High-temperature polyester tapes prevent surface contamination
- Oct 20, 2016
- Assembly and Joining
- Product Release
3M has introduced 3M™ Polyester Tapes 875 and 876. Designed to remove cleanly even in high-temperature applications and prevent surface contamination, the tapes help eliminate the need for extra steps in manufacturing processes. The high-temperature rubber (nonsilicone) tape holds temporarily but...
- From The Fabricator
Countersinks redesigned with wider tooth design
- Oct 20, 2016
- Punching and Other Holemaking
- Product Release
Walter Surface Technologies has launched the redesigned line of VP™ countersinks, designed to provide cool, precise drilling on stainless steel and other nonferrous metals. The countersinks have a wider tooth design for improved alignment and positioning and feature a mixture of chromium and...
- From The Fabricator
PC-to-controls communication software available for online download
- Oct 20, 2016
- Shop Management
- Product Release
Schaumburg, Ill.-based Heidenhain Corp. now offers its TNCremo software package—designed for communication between PCs and Heidenhain controls or programming stations—via direct online download. Past versions were available only on DVD. The free standard version offers data transfer and...
- From The Fabricator
Positioner, turning rolls offered
- Oct 19, 2016
- Shop Management
- Product Release
Koike Aronson offers the MD positioner and MD turning rolls. The positioner features internally geared slew rings, variable-speed AC drives, manual height-adjusting bases, and through-holes for purging. The turning rolls feature rubber tires, single-wheel drive or optional dual-wheel drive, and...
- From The Welder
Diamond abrasive wheel serves as alternative to abrasive cutoff wheels
- Oct 19, 2016
- Cutting and Weld Prep
- Product Release
LENOX® has introduced the METALMAX™ diamond abrasive wheel. Designed as an alternative to abrasive cutoff wheels, the product helps deliver smooth cuts, retain diameter, and decreased dust residue. The metal cutting diamonds bonded to the wheel’s surface endure high cutting speeds and...
- From The Welder
Nickel-based welding wire, covered electrodes introduced
- Oct 19, 2016
- Consumables
- Product Release
Sandvik has added a new welding wire and covered electrodes to its Sanicro™ line of nickel-based welding materials. Complementing the introductions is a new flux, Sandvik 69S, designed for ESW high-speed cladding. The nickel-based grades include Sanicro 55 welding wire (alloy 686/ERNiCrMo-14), as...
- From The Fabricator
Glass-fiber tape supports molten metal below weld joint
- Oct 19, 2016
- Assembly and Joining
- Product Release
Huntingdon Fusion Techniques HFT® has developed a super-heavy-duty Argweld® Weld Backing Tape™ that provides support to molten metal below a weld joint to produce weld underbeads when welding with currents up to 600 amps. This glass-fiber weld backing system supports and protects the weld root...
- From The Fabricator
Digital 2-D microscope remains in calibration over entire zoom range
- Oct 18, 2016
- Testing and Measuring
- Product Release
Titan Tool Supply Inc. has introduced an integrated, full-HD digital microscope system that operates without a PC and delivers video images at 60 frames/sec. The Omni is suitable for a variety of quality control, testing, rework, assembly, inspection, and documentation tasks. It remains in...
- From The Fabricator
Conveyor stacking system processes both steel and aluminum
- Oct 18, 2016
- Materials Handling
- Product Release
Atlas Technologies offers the Multi-Vac conveyor stacking system. The patent-pending conveyor design was developed for companies that process both steel and aluminum for the automotive industry. The system provides a means for high-speed blanking of steel and aluminum with a single-design sheet...
- From The Fabricator
Standard die spring line expanded
- Oct 18, 2016
- Bending and Forming
- Product Release
Lee Spring has added 71 products to its line of die springs. The new items, available in music wire or chrome-silicon steel (OTCS) help reduce the gap between different standard lengths, with additional lengths of more than 6 in. New lengths include 4, 5, 6, 7, 7.5, and 8 in., with eight different...
- From The Fabricator
Catalog features 5S, lean signs
- Oct 18, 2016
- Shop Management
- Product Release
Visual Workplace Inc.’s new catalog features 5S, lean, and visual management products. Included in the literature are electrically operated, customizable workstations; digital scoreboards with 3-in. LED characters to relay safety messages; tool shadows and pegboard; dry-erase boards with custom...
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