WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT PULSED MIG WELDING OF ALUMINUM
Three manufacturers share their tales with Mike Vandenberg, Jeff Herb and Chris Roehl of Miller Electric of pulsed MIG welding of aluminum and how new technologies have made the process more viable in their operations by reducing distortion and rework, improving productivity and standardizing wire size.
DIAMONDS ARE A BLOCK’S BEST FRIEND FOR HONING
Engine remanufacturer Jasper Engines & Transmissions and engine builder White Performance & Machine are two shops with different needs that illustrate how new diamond honing abrasives technology from Sunnen simplifies the boring process, cuts cycle times as much as half, and improves dyno results.
FACTORS YOU MUST CONSIDER WHEN PURCHASING A NEW VMC
In a typical production machine shop, the processing capabilities required can vary greatly between applications: some value power and torque over rpm, others value spindle speed more than torque or power. To ensure the highest level of productivity in all cases, William Howard of Makino evaluates all of the factors that manufacturers must consider when making new investments in VMCs.
STAMPING OUT A NEW GENERATION OF AUTOMOBILE PARTS
The question Ford and General Motors asked was how to produce hoods and doors with improved productivity, design flexibility and reduced costs. The answer from Schuler, Bosch Rexroth and Morrell was a compact crossbar transfer press that does all that and more.
MATERIAL HANDLING SHOWCASE
Every time you touch that part adds cost to it. These material handling tools can help keep your part costs down by making your handling processes more competitive.
WATERJETS: What’s New
The latest advances in abrasive waterjet technology from OMAX, Knuth Machine Tools, Jet Edge, Techni Waterjet, Flow International could help reduce your operating costs by making your cutting processes more competitive.
METAL FORMING & FABRICATING
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STAMPING OUT A NEW GENERATION OF AUTOMOBILE PARTS
The question Ford and General Motors asked was how to produce hoods and doors with improved productivity, design flexibility and reduced costs. The answer from Schuler, Bosch Rexroth and Morrell was a compact crossbar transfer press that does all that and more.
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Ryerson Purchases Multi-Blanking Line
The new combination line from Red Bud Industries gives the Charlotte facility the ability to produce blanks with width and length tolerances of +.005 in.
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Bystronic Announces New Representation in Western Canada
The sheet metal fabrication equipment builder adds Akhurst Machinery, one of the largest independent equipment distributors in Canada.
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WELDING
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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT PULSED MIG WELDING OF ALUMINUM
Three manufacturers share their tales with Mike Vandenberg, Jeff Herb and Chris Roehl of Miller Electric of pulsed MIG welding of aluminum and how new technologies have made the process more viable in their operations by reducing distortion and rework, improving productivity and standardizing wire size.
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ESAB Acquired by Colfax Corporation
A leader in the pump and fluid handling business acquires a popular welding brand.
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2012 STATE OF THE INDUSTRY:
WeldingForecast: Look for modest increases in oil and gas, agriculture, mining, railroad, transportation, defense as total system solutions get new talent up to speed as quickly as possible, focus on shorter ROI, and are customized by industry needs.
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METAL CUTTING
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DIAMONDS ARE A BLOCK’S BEST FRIEND FOR HONING
Engine remanufacturer Jasper Engines & Transmissions and engine builder White Performance & Machine are two shops with different needs that illustrate how new diamond honing abrasives technology from Sunnen simplifies the boring process, cuts cycle times as much as half, and improves dyno results.
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FACTORS YOU MUST CONSIDER WHEN PURCHASING A NEW VMC
In a typical production machine shop, the processing capabilities required can vary greatly between applications: some value power and torque over rpm, others value spindle speed more than torque or power. To ensure the highest level of productivity in all cases, William Howard of Makino evaluates all of the factors that manufacturers must consider when making new investments in VMCs.
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WORLD OF WATERJETS:
A Cutting EdgeWhether the application requires high precision and tight tolerances or cutting a wide variety of materials at high speeds, abrasive waterjet technology from Jet Edge has proven up to the task. Two diverse shops, Pegasus Northwest and China Steel, show how these capabilities can be strategically positioned to gain a competitive business advantage in demanding markets.
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TOOLING & WORKHOLDING
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2012 STATE OF THE INDUSTRY:
ToolingForecast: Look for the strong demand in high-end, high-tolerance applications to continue growing well into the future as increased demands surface for the next generation of tooling, aircraft and medical devices, where tolerances will be tighter than ever.
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2012 STATE OF THE INDUSTRY:
Cutting ToolsForecast: Creative metal-cutting tactics abound as shops focus on optimizing their manufacturing processes to tackle notable growth in the automotive and aerospace sectors.
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2012 STATE OF THE INDUSTRY:
RoboticsForecast: Very strong opportunities to expand into job shops and smaller manufacturers, along with continued strength in the traditional automotive, agricultural, heavy equipment and aerospace sectors.
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WEB EXCLUSIVES
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Acquisition and Showtime at WMP
Waukesha® Metal Products acquires Metal Skills Plus, LLC and highlights its servo press stamping technology on the World’s Greatest television series.
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