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R&D Update: Examining edge cracking in hole flanging of AHSS, Part IIII
- Oct 9, 2017
- Bending and Forming
- Article
Blanking is one of the most common method used to produce holes or cutouts. Process parameters and tool setting in blanking can affect the part edge quality. There is a need to establish a reliable model of blanking before stretchability analysis with hole flanging. The ultimate aim is to be able...
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Cleaning metal surfaces with a laser
- By Dan Davis
- Oct 7, 2017
- Laser Cutting
- Article
Laser Photonics wants metal fabricators to consider the use of a fiber laser for surface preparation, paint removal, and surface cleaning applications. The company believes the nonabrasive approach to cleaning is safer and more environmentally friendly than mechanical and chemical cleaning methods.
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Press tech showstoppers at FABTECH
- By Kate Bachman
- Oct 6, 2017
- Bending and Forming
- Article
As you traverse the FABTECH exhibition floor, you’re likely to find yourself drawn to the pounding rhythms of the presses on display. After all, while all the metal forming equipment exhibits are important, the presses truly are the heartbeat of the show. This year’s exhibits are dominated by technology that puts you in the driver’s seat: motion control, energy management, and monitoring devices. Here is a sneak preview of what will be showcased.
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Ecofriendly finishing at FABTECH
- Oct 6, 2017
- Shop Management
- Article
Ecofriendly finishing opportunities abound at FABTECH, including low-VOC coatings, low-cure coatings, low-temperature cleaners and coatings and finishing techniques that reduce energy and, therefore, greenhouse gas emissions. Stamping manufacturers with cleaning, surface treatment, powder coating, and other coating operations can benefit from visiting these exhibits with green products.
- From The Fabricator
Advanced Metal Etching revises website
- Oct 6, 2017
- Shop Management
- News Release
Advanced Metal Etching, Ligonier, Ind., has revised its website, www.metaletching.com, with a new design and simplified navigation. The website features new product and processing images and updated information on the company’s photochemical etching capabilities, industries, and process/quality....
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Trick-Tools acquires ProLine Metal Shaping Tools
- Oct 6, 2017
- Shop Management
- News Release
Pella, Iowa-based Trick-Tools has announced its acquisition of ProLine Metal Shaping Tools, Erlanger, Ky.
Trick-Tools will continue to manufacture and distribute ProLine planishing hammers, MiniMax power hammers, and Pullmax and CP-style tooling.
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Compact laser cutting system cuts variety of metals
- Oct 6, 2017
- Laser Cutting
- Product Release
Kern Laser Systems has released the FiberCell laser cutting system. The compact unit cuts a variety of metals. A Class 1 safety enclosure allows the system to be placed in high-traffic areas, such as factory floors and university classrooms. Gull wing doors at the front and back, as well as side...
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Solar Atmospheres president receives MTI Distinguished Service Award
- Oct 6, 2017
- Metals/Materials
- News Release
Solar Atmospheres has announced that Jamie Jones, president, has received the Metal Treating Institute (MTI) Distinguished Service Award for 2017. Jones has served on the institute’s board of governors since 2013 and on a variety of committees, including the Education Committee and NextGen...
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Parker Steel appoints sales manager
- Oct 6, 2017
- Metals/Materials
- News Release
Parker Steel Co., a distributor of metric-dimensioned metals in Maumee, Ohio, has named James (Jamie) Kaufman as sales manager. Kaufman graduated from Ohio University with a degree in finance and has served in sales and business development and sales management positions at Eleetus, Impact Business...
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Software offers cloud-based rapid blank shape determination, material cost estimation
- Oct 6, 2017
- Bending and Forming
- Product Release
AutoForm Eng. offers its EasyBlank software in the cloud. The web-based application can be from the browser without having to install any piece of software. The results are provided within the browser and are available to the user in IGS CAD format, accompanied by a detailed report in Excel format....
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Stratasys donates 3-D printing technology to Workshops for Warriors
- Oct 6, 2017
- Shop Management
- News Release
Stratasys has announced a donation of 3-D printing technology and services to the San Diego-based nonprofit Workshops for Warriors, which offers advanced manufacturing job retraining and certification for military veterans. The 3-D printing accreditation is offered at no cost to qualified students....
- From The Fabricator
Redundant safety systems: necessary or excessive?
- By Kate Bachman
- Oct 6, 2017
- Bending and Forming
- Article
Redundant safety systems are landing under the microscope of those scouring regulations for rollback opportunities. Hydraulic press builders and press owners have been working to meet American National Standards Institute: (ANSI) standard B11.2-2013, Safety Requirements for Hydraulic and Pneumatic Presses, regarding secondary load holding during production. Intuitive reasoning would dictate that there is no acceptable risk of injury, right? Yet, adding safety features and safeguards does not come free. Ultimately, adding safety measures adds cost to machinery and equipment, especially if they are done as a retrofit. So where is the line?
- From The Fabricator
Manufacturing in the limelight
- By Vicki Bell
- Oct 6, 2017
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Today, Oct. 6, is National Manufacturing Day. If you’re visiting this site, you—yes, you—definitely have a stake in promoting manufacturing in the U.S. Let’s give the industry its due.
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Welding fume extraction system increases energy efficiency
- Oct 5, 2017
- Shop Management
- Product Release
ULT LLC has introduced the Airtower for welding fume extraction and filtration, based on the layer ventilation principle. Contaminated air is aspirated, filtered, and discharged as clean, breathable air at ground level with no air drafts. The company reports that the filtration degree is greater...
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Heule Tool appoints sales and marketing coordinator
- Oct 5, 2017
- Finishing
- News Release
Heule Tool Corp., Cincinnati, Ind., a provider of hole-finishing tools for ID/OD deburring, countersinking, chamfering, and counterboring, has named Lynn Bissell as sales and marketing coordinator. A graduate of Ohio University with a degree in journalism, Bissell is experienced in all facets of...
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