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Finishing - Page 35
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CrossFlex honing brushes from Weiler Abrasives available in variety of diameters
- Jun 19, 2019
- Product Release
Weiler Abrasives has introduced CrossFlex honing brushes. Available in small, medium, and large diameters and with heavy-duty options, these brushes provide a surface finish free of metal burrs, the manufacturer reports. They are designed for manual or automated use in automotive; marine; oil and...
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Weldcote’s Z-Prime and Z-Solid flap discs feature polycotton backing with zirconia grain
- Jun 19, 2019
- Product Release
Weldcote, a division of Zika Group, has introduced Z-Prime and Z-Solid zirconia flap discs for applications on carbon-based steels and stainless steel. They are manufactured of zirconia grain that provides fast metal removal. The zirconia technology incorporates an active grinding agent that...
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HL Precision, Hi-Grade Welding partner to form H3 Manufacturing Group
- Jun 18, 2019
- News Release
HL Precision Mfg. LLC, with facilities in Champaign and Fisher, Ill., and Schaumburg, Ill.-based Hi-Grade Welding & Mfg. LLC have combined to form a common parent company known as H3 Mfg. Group LLC. Both companies will continue to operate individually while seeking ways to work together...
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The benefits of automated deburring
- By Tim Corley
- Jun 14, 2019
- Article
In addition to labor savings, automated deburring equipment results in a safer work environment and higher-quality parts.
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Jenfab announces management additions
- Jun 14, 2019
- News Release
Jenfab Cleaning Solutions, Springfield, Mo., a manufacturer of aqueous parts washing systems, has hired Mark Proffitt as plant manager and Kirsten Tuter as quality manager. Proffitt previously worked as vice president of operations for Baker Mfg. Co. in Alexandria, La. He also has served as a...
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Microfinishing pins from Titan Tool Supply designed for small-ID grinding
- Jun 14, 2019
- Product Release
Titan Tool Supply Inc. has introduced precision diamond and Borazon microfinishing grinding pins for precision small-ID grinding in industries such as tool- and diemaking. A carbide shank provides added strength. Three diameters are offered for use in small openings: 0.016 in. with 500/600 grit,...
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PFERD’s OMNI cut carbide bur offers high removal rates
- Jun 10, 2019
- Product Release
PFERD Inc. has introduced the OMNI cut, a carbide bur for high productivity on steel, cast steel, stainless steel (INOX), and cast iron, as well as nonferrous metals. According to the manufacturer, the bur offers increased removal rates over standard double-cut burs, including up to 30 percent...
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voestalpine eifeler Coatings opens California facility
- Jun 6, 2019
- News Release
voestalpine eifeler Coatings has opened its newest coatings facility in Walnut, Calif., providing PVD coatings to manufacturers in the western U.S. The plant is operated by EDRO Eng., a division of voestalpine and a supplier of custom mold bases, tool steels, and nonferrous alloys. The Walnut...
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Material Sciences acquires Alum-A-Fold Pacific
- Jun 6, 2019
- News Release
Material Sciences Corp., Canton, Mich., has announced the acquisition of Alum-A-Fold Pacific Inc. The Los Angeles-area company produces specialty coated metals engineered to address aesthetic, architectural, and corrosion needs for such end markets as building products, packaging, and consumer...
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Cortec EcoAir tool and die rust preventive protects metals up to 24 months indoors
- Jun 4, 2019
- Product Release
Cortec recently developed EcoAir tool and die rust preventive to help meet the needs of mold, tool, and die manufacturers and end users. This liquid comes in a nonflammable spray can for simplified application to protect tooling and tool steels during shipping, storage, and transport. It cleans...
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Lissmac to build new headquarters in New York
- Jun 3, 2019
- News Release
Germany-based machine manufacturer Lissmac has begun construction of its new U.S. headquarters in Mechanicville, N.Y., which will serve the U.S., Canada, and South America. The headquarters with warehouse and production space previously was located in Waterford, N.Y. The new, 16,000-sq.-ft. U.S....
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Wendorff Bros. sells Steel Craft, Hartford Finishing, Capitol Stampings
- Jun 3, 2019
- News Release
Wendorff Bros. Co. Inc. has announced the sale of Steel Craft Corp. and Hartford Finishing, both of Hartford, Wis., along with Milwaukee-based Capitol Stampings, to MiddleGround Capital of Lexington, Ky. Steel Craft offers laser cutting, punching, press brake forming, welding, machining, painting,...
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PCI announces 2019 scholarship winners
- May 31, 2019
- News Release
The Powder Coating Institute (PCI), Lakewood Ranch, Fla., has awarded its 2019 scholarships to worthy students who are studying various subjects that can lead to a career in powder coating. The criteria for the awards include specific studies and projects relevant to powder coating technology,...
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Esco Tool’s flange facing tool refinishes rather than replaces
- May 29, 2019
- Product Release
The FLANGEHOG 110 flange facing tool from Esco Tool fully reconditions damaged raised- and flat-face flanges instead of replacing them. The reconditioned, phonographic finish meets ASME B16.5 standards. Capable of refinishing hard or soft materials, the tool features 0.005-in. alignment accuracy...
Magnetohydrodynamic galvanizing modernizes corrosion prevention for steel applications
- By Eric Lundin
- May 23, 2019
- Article
Galvanizing is nothing new, but magnetohydrodynamic galvanizing, which enables better control of the coating thickness, is new to the tube and pipe industry.
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