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CNC grinder equipped with software to allow full 3-D simulation
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Schütte has introduced the 325linear machine, a 5-axis CNC grinder with extended X- and Y-axis movement plus two auxiliary slides for workpiece clamping and improved grinding wheel guidance over the entire machining envelope. Microtools, gun drills, hob cutters, and complex geometries can be...
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New York-based Alcoa has completed the acquisition of privately held TITAL, a manufacturer of titanium and aluminum structural castings for aircraft engines and airframes, based in Bestwig, Germany. TITAL establishes titanium casting capabilities in Europe for Alcoa and expands the company’s...
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CNC lathes require no CNC programming, G-code knowledge
- Mar 3, 2015
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Kaast Machine Tools Inc. offers CNC lathes with large spindle bores (6, 9, 12, or 14 in.) and double chuck systems. Swings are available from 18 to 51 in. with lengths from 40 to 244 in. The spindle motor range is 7.5 to 60 HP. The user does not need to have previous knowledge of CNC programming or...
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Software turns disparate data into real-time manufacturing intelligence
- Mar 3, 2015
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Hertzler Systems Inc. has released the latest version of its flagship GainSeeker Suite software, which turns disparate manufacturing data into actionable manufacturing intelligence. Version 8.4 helps manufacturers focus on critical issues, take proactive steps quickly, and reinforce a data-driven...
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Sapa to supply structural aluminum tubing for new Ford F-150
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Roll Machining Technologies and Solutions, Romeoville, Ill., has released its strip width calculator in a new online format at www.rollsolutions.com/strip-width-calculator. This tool for tube mill operators once was only available bundled with the company’s proprietary T.U.B.E.S. (Tube Users...
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Hafendorfer Machine announces expansion in Kentucky
- Mar 2, 2015
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Hafendorfer Machine Inc., a provider of machining, fabricating, laser cutting, and welding services in Louisville, Ky., will expand its operations, with plans to add 15 workers in the next few years and another 14 workers during the next 10 years. The $5.9 million expansion will include the...
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Integrated Metal Products moving to larger facility in Ontario
- Mar 2, 2015
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Metal fabricating company Integrated Metal Products has announced plans to move to a larger facility in its current city of Guelph, Ont. The new facility will offer 30,000 sq. ft. for the company’s laser cutting, forming, and welding operations. The firm plans to increase its workforce and...
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Quality management software analyzes, controls, manages welding processes
- Mar 2, 2015
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Xnet modular quality management software from EWM helps discover potential savings, ensure cost-effective manufacturing, and document every weld. Compatible with Industry 4.0, the software supports networking for complex manufacturing sequences from mass production to one-off items. The software...
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ISM ROB: Down slightly from January, manufacturing economic activity still expanding
- Mar 2, 2015
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Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in February for the 26th consecutive month, and the overall economy grew for the 69th consecutive month, said the nation’s supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report on Business®. The report was issued by Bradley J....
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IWDC names hardgoods product manager
- Mar 2, 2015
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The IWDC, Indianapolis, a cooperative of independent welding distributors, has hired Sean Norton as hardgoods product manager. In this role, he is responsible for driving profitable growth of key programs, vendor partner brands, and the Weldmark® brand. Norton previously spent 15 years at ESAB...
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Welding machine/generator equipped for field welding
- Mar 2, 2015
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Miller Electric Mfg. Co. has introduced the new Big Blue® 800 Duo Pro welding machine/generator with FieldPro™ Smart Feeder compatibility for field welding applications. The multiprocess system can run conventional SMAW, GTAW, FCAW, and GMAW, as well as advanced Regulated Metal Deposition...
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Flow Intl. launches blog on waterjet technology
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Kent, Wash.-based Flow Intl. Corp., a developer and manufacturer of industrial waterjet machines for cutting and cleaning applications, has released a new blog, FlowBlog, at www.flowwaterjetblog.com. The blog focuses on educating people on all aspects of waterjets: how they work, what they can do,...
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