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Weldall Mfg. acquires Mutz Mfg.
- Oct 8, 2014
- Shop Management
- News Release
Weldall Mfg. Inc., Waukesha, Wis., a producer of quality-critical, heavy welded and machined components, has announced the acquisition of the assets of Mutz Mfg., a subcontract metal fabrication company in Slinger, Wis. The Slinger facility now operates as Weldall Plant #3, retaining most if not...
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From the Web: Sisters making it in the USA; welding after midnight; improving 3-D printing
- By Vicki Bell
- Oct 8, 2014
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Highlights for fabricators from the past week’s Web articles— Ohio sisters passionate about manufacturing; a look at some Manufacturing Day events; 3-D printing still evolving; and welding after midnight.
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FMA seeks applications, nominations for Industry Award by Oct. 15
- Oct 8, 2014
- Shop Management
- News Release
Fabricators & Manufacturers Association Intl. (FMA), Rockford, Ill., is seeking applicants for The FABRICATOR®'s Industry Award 2015 through Oct. 15, 2014. This award celebrates companies or individuals in the metal forming and fabricating industry that have successfully improved operations,...
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Stulz completes $5 million expansion in Maryland
- Oct 8, 2014
- Shop Management
- News Release
Stulz Air Technology Systems has completed the first phase of a planned expansion in Frederick, Md. The company manufactures cooling systems for mission-critical applications and data centers, including a full line of precision air conditioners, outdoor air handlers, ultrasonic humidifiers, and...
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Siemens’ West Chicago plant hosts nearly 70 students on Manufacturing Day
- Oct 8, 2014
- Shop Management
- News Release
On Friday, Oct. 3, Siemens hosted a Manufacturing Day event at its West Chicago plant, welcoming more than 70 middle and high school students, teachers, and parents from the greater Chicago area. After being greeted with refreshments and an overview of the event by Jayne Beck, a 33-year...
- From The Welder
Live welding guidance system helps welders establish proper technique
- Oct 8, 2014
- Arc Welding
- Product Release
Realityworks® Inc. has introduced the guideWELD™ LIVE welding guidance system to its line of Real Career® welding products. The system takes the step from simulation to real life, providing live welding guidance to help users establish proper position and technique while welding. The system...
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Novelis receives two European Aluminum Awards
- Oct 8, 2014
- Metals/Materials
- News Release
Novelis, Atlanta, a provider of aluminum rolling and recycling, has received two 2014 European Aluminum Awards. Organized by the Dutch Aluminium Center, the European Aluminium Association (EAA,) and the German Aluminium Association (GDA), the awards recognize efficient and forward-thinking uses of...
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MetalForming names Capital Machine Technologies as sales rep
- Oct 8, 2014
- Shop Management
- News Release
MetalForming Inc., Peachtree City, Ga., the exclusive North American distribution partner for Schroeder-Fasti of Wessobrunn, Germany, has named Tampa, Fla.-based Capital Machine Technologies as the exclusive representative of Schroeder-Fasti industrial folding machines throughout the southern U.S....
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Greer Steel adds to management team
- Oct 8, 2014
- Metals/Materials
- News Release
Dover, Ohio-based Greer Steel Co., a provider of cold-rolled strip steel, has expanded its management team. Scott Rummel has been named plant manager. He has more than 16 years of experience as an operations manager, including managing operations in flat-rolled steel sheet finishing. He also has...
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Compact, automated cutting machine includes two oxyfuel torches, one plasma station
- Oct 8, 2014
- Oxyfuel Cutting
- Product Release
ESAB Cutting Systems has introduced SGX, a compact, automated cutting machine for plasma and oxyfuel cutting. Designed for small fabricators and manufacturers, the machine carries up to three tool stations, including up to two oxyfuel torches and one plasma station that can be equipped with the...
- From The Fabricator
Waiting for a mega-payday
- By Eric Lundin
- Oct 8, 2014
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Mega-payday isn't the day a lucky lottery winner claims the Mega Millions proceeds. It's one of 15 or so Fridays every year that 90 million people receive a check of some sort, whether it’s from an employer, the Social Security Administration, or some other government agency. Some retailers have a vested interest in the mega-payday cycle, but the reasons for this expose the downside to current economic trends.
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Waterjet software introduces new 3-D pathing capabilities
- Oct 8, 2014
- Waterjet Cutting
- Product Release
Flow Intl. Corp. has released FlowXpert™ 2015 3-D CAD/CAM software. The platform expands on the 2-D FlowMaster® intelligent software suite. It includes design powered by Spaceclaim, an integrated 3-D CAD/CAM programming tool with Flow Sequencer. Geometry analysis is waterjet-specific. Users...
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Manual slide tables work with hand-operated or pneumatic pressesflow
- Oct 8, 2014
- Shop Management
- Product Release
The MST 80 and MST 100 manual slide tables from mäder pressen GmbH handle loads up to 12 or 30 kN. They slide with Teflon® slideways on hardened and ground guide columns. In the end position, the slide tables engage in a retaining mechanism. Depending on the application, all of the...
- From The Welder
Arc Welding 101: Sorting out SAW
- By Paul Cameron
- Oct 8, 2014
- Arc Welding
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Q: What is the procedure qualification test for manufacturing pipe using submerged arc welding? Sandesh P. A: Pipe is manufactured by one of these four methods: electric resistance welding (ERW)/high-frequency induction (HFI) welding, seamless (plug/mandrel mill and extrusion), spiral welding, and...
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Ironworker apprentices participate in annual competition
- Oct 7, 2014
- Shop Management
- News Release
Toronto Local 721 of the Ironworkers Union recently hosted a competition for ironworker apprentices. The annual competition allows apprentices and staff to come together and share best practices. Competing apprentices displayed their knowledge, dexterity, and skills in eight different areas: a...
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