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Products - Page 244
- From The Fabricator
Noncontact instrument measures powder coating thickness
- Oct 28, 2016
- Testing and Measuring
- Product Release
TQC has released PowderTag, an instrument that measures powder coating thickness up to 300 μm before and after cure. The noncontact, nondestructive tool works on metal substrates such as steel and aluminum using a combination of infrared and photothermal measurements. Because the pulses do not...
- From The Fabricator
Fiber laser marks in color on stainless steel
- Oct 27, 2016
- Shop Management
- Product Release
Cajo Technologies has developed new technology to produce consistent, repeatable laser-marked colors on stainless steel using a fiber laser. The laser can produce deep black markings to aid readability of markings on darker surfaces. The dense, rich white also is extremely readable on a darker...
- From The Fabricator
Variable-speed grinders perform tasks from heavy material removal to polishing
- Oct 27, 2016
- Finishing
- Product Release
POWERGRIND-XP™ variable-speed grinders from Palmgren are suitable for a variety of finishing applications. At high speeds, they perform heavy material removal, deburring, and chamfering; at lower speeds, they can be used for cleaning, polishing, sharpening, and finishing. The grinders feature LED...
- From The Fabricator
Software calibrates large-scale measuring volumes
- Oct 27, 2016
- Testing and Measuring
- Product Release
Aicon 3D offers version 7 of MoveInspect software, which features a new calibration method, more interfaces, and a redesigned user interface. Calibration with both fixed reference field and scale bar allows calibration of large-scale measuring volumes. The new method “reference field and...
- From The Fabricator
Tag feeder prevents tags from escaping from bottom of magazine
- Oct 27, 2016
- Shop Management
- Product Release
KwikMark Inc. offers the Tag Master 3 feeder, developed to eliminate the problem of tags escaping from the bottom of the magazine. The tags are transferred from the top to eliminate jamming and scratching. This also helps eliminate problems with thickness tolerance and sharp edges. The feeder is...
- From The Fabricator
Direct-to-metal coating designed to perform similarly to primer-topcoat systems
- Oct 26, 2016
- Finishing
- Product Release
PPG has introduced SPECTRACRON® SPM series DTM (direct-to-metal) monocoat, a one-component coating that helps prevent corrosion on heavy-duty, transportation, agricultural, and construction equipment. The coating is engineered for direct application to pretreated metal substrates while providing...
- From The Fabricator
Slide forming machine produces small lot sizes quickly
- Oct 26, 2016
- Bending and Forming
- Product Release
Bihler offers the 4Slide NC machine. It features a standardized control system that integrates with any of the company’s process modules. The machine also is compatible with select mechanical machines, allowing users to integrate the unit into their existing operations. The system produces small...
- From The Fabricator
Band saw reduces cutting times by up to 50 percent
- Oct 26, 2016
- Sawing
- Product Release
Kasto has introduced the Kastowin pro AC 5.6 band saw. The fully automatic machine is designed for bimetal and carbide blades for applications in steel production, machine manufacturing, and automotive. Depending on the type of blade, cutting times can be reduced by 50 percent and more, the...
- From The Fabricator
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...
- From The Fabricator
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...
- From The Fabricator
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...
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