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Weld Systems Integrators named as master distributor and importer for Tecna
- Nov 22, 2016
- Assembly and Joining
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Weld Systems Integrators Inc. (WSI), Warrensville Heights, Ohio, has been named as a master distributor and importer for Tecna SpA, a manufacturer of resistance spot welding machinery, portable weld guns, test and measurement accessories, and spring-driven tool balancers. WSI is a manufacturer and...
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Eriez names director of export sales
- Nov 22, 2016
- Materials Handling
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Eriez®, an Erie, Pa.-based provider of magnetic lift and separation, metal detection, fluid filtration, flotation, materials feeding, screening, conveying, and controlling equipment, has promoted Andrew Goldner to director-export sales. He rejoined the company in 2012 as export market development...
Filter bag, housing manufacturer finds faster cutting process for aluminum, carbon steel, stainless steel
- By Eric Lundin
- Nov 22, 2016
- Plasma Cutting
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When industrial filter and filter housing manufacturer Filter Technology Inc. had one too many late and substandard shipments of steel components, it took matters into its own hands and started cutting pipe and making plate components using a band saw and machining centers. Then its staff went to FABTECH and saw a Soitaab plasma machine with a bed for flat parts and chucks for pipe.
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Static eliminator preps parts for painting, packaging
- Nov 22, 2016
- Shop Management
- Product Release
Exair’s new Ion Air Jet™ removes static electricity, contaminants, and dust from parts before shrink-wrapping, packaging, printing, painting, or finishing. It has attained the CE and UL marks and is RoHS-compliant. New design features include a metal-armored, high-voltage cable to protect...
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Linetec names inside sales manager
- Nov 22, 2016
- Finishing
- News Release
Wausau, Wis.-based paint and anodize finisher Linetec has appointed Michael Bridenhagen to lead the inside sales and customer service team. Bridenhagen has more than 20 years of experience in sales and management roles, most recently serving as sales manager for Eastbay Inc./Footlocker.com. He also...
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Automated CAM program added to coil-fed laser blanking systems
- Nov 22, 2016
- Laser Cutting
- Product Release
LaserCoil Technologies LLC has announced the addition of LaserCoil CAM to its coil-fed laser blanking systems, automating the importing of part profiles for optimized nesting and laser cutting. The program accommodates single and multiple cutting heads, as well as peripheral automation, such as the...
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FABTECH® 2016: Closing the loop
- By Tim Heston
- Nov 21, 2016
- Additive Manufacturing
- Blog Post
When it came to new technology, FABTECH didn't disappoint. But this year, one theme dominated: closing the loop--or improving the entire process, from the initial quote to the final shipment.
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DeWys Mfg. partners with local school to increase STEM education
- Nov 21, 2016
- Metals/Materials
- News Release
Marne, Mich.-based metal fabricator DeWys Mfg. and several regional businesses and manufacturers have announced a partnership with Kenowa Hills Public School, Grand Rapids, Mich., for the new science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) lab program. The lab, located within DeWys’ secondary...
Failure modes and solutions for ID scarfing tools
- By Mike Nelson
- Nov 21, 2016
- Cutting and Weld Prep
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Scarfing tools are prone to chipping and breakage caused by mechanical vibrations and thermal shocks. Understanding the causes of these problems is the first step in extending scarfing tool life.
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CMC Steel Fabricators to acquire Associated Steel Workers fabrication business
- Nov 21, 2016
- Metals/Materials
- News Release
CMC Steel Fabricators Inc., Seguin, Texas, has announced plans to acquire Hawaii-based Associated Steel Workers Ltd.’s steel fabrication business, which manufactures, delivers, and installs uncoated black rebar and related materials. The deal is expected to close in January 2017. CMC, a...
Tube mill uses direct forming to produce square, rectangular tubes
- Nov 21, 2016
- Tube and Pipe Production
- Product Release
Fives has introduced the OTO HSU (hollow shape universal) tube mill, designed to produce square and rectangular tubes for the construction industry. The mill produces HSU tubes through direct forming, skipping the traditional step of constructing round tubes and then squaring them. The line...
Grain size control for successfully fabricating stainless and INCONEL alloy tubing
- By Chiranjib K. Mukherjee
- Nov 21, 2016
- Tube and Pipe Production
- Article
Tube producers and fabricators make and use tubing that conforms to a particular manufacturing standard, but few standards specify grain size. Knowing the role that grain size plays is a crucial first step in understanding how a fabrication process succeeds or fails.
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Miller Electric integrates Jetline welding automation products into Miller brand
- Nov 21, 2016
- Arc Welding
- News Release
Arc welding product manufacturer Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Appleton, Wis., has announced the integration of welding automation products from Jetline Eng. Inc. into the Miller brand. Jetline Eng. Inc. now is branded Jetline by Miller. Jetline was acquired by Illinois Tool Works (ITW) in 2000 and...
Automated bending cells aid in shopping cart manufacturing
- By Eric Lundin
- Nov 21, 2016
- Automation and Robotics
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Shopping cart manufacturer Technibilt incorporates automation in its shopping cart manufacturing but recently took a big step forward. Find out more here.
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CAM software updated with new features
- Nov 21, 2016
- Manufacturing Software
- Product Release
Geometric Americas Inc. has released CAMWorks® 2017 software with additions to support smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0. The tolerance based machining (TBM) feature uses tolerances and nongeometric data in a 3-D CAD model to select optimal machining strategies and create toolpaths...
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