Walter Expands MX System; New Thread Former Reduces Torque
Capto toolholders and insert widths expand applications for users of the Cut MX grooving system. The TC410 Advance HSS-E thread former can be used universally for blind and through-hole threads in most materials.
April 2020 Issue
Welcome to our annual Product Showcase and Buyers Guide. We publish this special issue each year to better serve our readers in job shops, metal service centers, contract manufacturing plants, OEMs and other companies by helping them become aware of and more familiar with some of the new machinery, equipment, tooling, software and other systems, accessories and services that are available to offer them a competitive advantage in their operations. We hope this issue helps you to research, plan and execute some of your most successful strategic investments over the coming year.
Five major steel industry groups are urging Congress to put infrastructure investment in the next phase of COVID-19 stimulus legislation. “A staggering backlog of substandard bridges,” they say, presents substantial opportunity for putting the country back to work.
Early reports indicate an uptick in cybersecurity attacks during the global coronavirus pandemic. A manufacturing innovation hub is presenting a free webinar to help companies protect networks, systems, and data.
MachineMetrics data indicates Automotive slips to No. 4 in machine utilization as Aerospace moves to top position. While average machine utilization drops 2.2 points, the company reports Medical Device and Aerospace Defense sectors are showing upticks.
Tony Romito brings considerable experience in the design and optimization of roll form tooling for new and existing fixturing.
In a coordinated effort to support the ongoing education of career and technical students, Lincoln Electric, Tooling U-SME, NC3, camInstructor, Haas Automation and SkillsUSA are leveraging their collective experience, connections and resources through a newly formed industry coalition.
Study reveals 78.3% of manufacturers anticipate a financial impact from the U.S. government’s response to the coronavirus.
Push-Pull Study: Current Guidelines Don’t Reflect How People Use Carts In Real-Life Situations
Caster Connection collaborated with the Spine Research Institute at The Ohio State University, in conjunction with the National Science Foundation (NSF) Industry/University Cooperative Research Center, discovering the importance of replicating authentic movement for injury prevention in push/pull testing.
Supermill founder Tom Hale will continue to lead the Connecticut-based carbide end mills manufacturing company.
