Chad Morrison

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Suburban Tool Inc. Brings Bigger Size Tombstone Machining In-house

The company will use a new Mazak HCN-10800 Horizontal Machining Center with an expansive 1000-mm pallet size and four-ton part capacity to quote jobs that it was unable to in the past.

Cosen Saws to Showcase Innovative Sawing Solutions at EASTEC 2023

Cosen Saws will exhibit its latest band saw machines to a wide audience of manufacturing

professionals at EASTEC.

New 1/2 NPT Hollow Cone Liquid Nozzle for Cooling and Washing

EXAIR’s liquid nozzles produce a uniform distribution of liquid in a ring pattern with medium to large droplets. Their right-angle design is compact and can fit in small areas.

Combilift Donates its 75,000th Truck to International Charity

The announcement was made in Chicago during ProMat. Convoy of Hope works alongside communities and aims to alleviate poverty and hunger and to bring help and hope wherever they are most needed in the world.

Additive Manufacturing Enables Tooling Company to Create New Opportunities

Examples of Seco Tool’s customizations include making the tools lighter, which improves the vibration-dampening properties, or providing them with better cooling possibilities.

Exhibition Showcases Solutions to Boost Sustainability in Connected Manufacturing

At TRUMPF’s in-house INTECH 2023, held in Ditzingen, Germany, officials discussed technologies to lower the consumption of materials, energy and reducing or eliminating harmful chemicals in auto manufacturing with a laser disc coating application.

Heavy-duty Solid End Milling with Superior Performance

New grades for Sandvik Coromant’s CoroMill® Plura HD increase productivity without compromising tool life or process security.

Get the Jump on Eye Safety with Versatile Protection and Comfort

Brass Knuckle’s Grasshopper goggles now quickly transform, as the dust gasket is removable to allow for conversion into standard protective eyewear.

Equipment Finance Company Closes 16th Asset-backed Security Transaction

Commercial Credit Group Inc. of North Carolina closes $397,080,000 term ABS (CCGR Trust 2023-1).

New Laser for Lathe and Turning Center Alignments

Hamar Laser Instrument’s powerful system features “S” variant of compact & versatile new laser; delivers higher accuracy and faster setups, shaving time off alignments.

Soaring Demand for Coolant Recycling Systems Amid Supply Chain Scarcities

“With the current shortage of certain ingredients required to produce coolant affecting availability, more customers are investing in solutions to prolong the life of their coolant,”

Eriez® Recycling Test Center Customer Trials are Uncovering Ideal Solutions

“With an assortment of top-quality Eriez recycling equipment, we can customize testing procedures based on customers’ unique material handling needs,”

New Welding Guns and Consumables Catalog Released by Bernard and Tregaskiss

The catalog includes a consumable comparison chart to compare contact tip, nozzle and diffuser types across the brands’ consumables, along with a consumables and MIG gun series compatibility chart.

Nesting Software Subscriptions Designed for the Waterjet Cutting Market

Hypertherm’s ProNest LT subscriptions for waterjet will support virtually any make or model of a waterjet machine, allowing users to insert the nesting component into their workflow.

ABB to Invest $20 Million in Expansion of Robotics Factory in the United States

The Auburn Hills, Mich., expansion will feature the latest in automated and advanced manufacturing processes. It is expected to be completed in November.

Introducing the MEGA 12DS Power Chuck for Heavy-duty End Milling

BIG DAISHOWA’s new addition is designed for trochoidal milling with anti-vibration end mills, and features high rigidity and gripping strength.

Engine Lathe Offers Turning Operations Normally Found in Larger Machines

A 12-x-36 inch Engine Lathe from Palmgren features 3 and 4 jaw chucks, splash guards, chuck and tool post safety guards and other features.

Fourth Annual Open House & Technology Days at Zoller’s Ann Arbor, Mich. Facility

Discover the latest developments in tool presetting, tool inspection and tool management technology and how the entire process chain of ZOLLER Solutions can increase productivity.

Precision Cleaning Solvents from KYZEN at PMTS 2023

The KYZEN team will discuss environmentally friendly and sustainable options, such as industrial vapor degreasing alternatives, METALNOX M6900 and METALNOX M6920.

Genua Joins Polished Metals Ltd.

John Genua has a background in red metals and will support the company with this experience and industry leading knowledge.

SICK is Busting Myths and Tackling Common Misconceptions at ProMat 2023

The company will premiere the latest vision-based technology, Lector850, which offers improved throughput with the ability to speed up operations.

Increase Your Productivity with Highly Precise and Accurate Solutions

The most innovative and updated features to today’s metal forming and fabricating machinery, additive manufacturing equipment, software, controllers and accessories result in efficiencies — both in production and cost savings.

Achieve Zero Defects with Innovative Measurement and Inspection Solutions

Uncover hidden defects before downstream processes are impacted with the latest 3D scanners, powerful software packages and portable measurement devices.

Machine Repair Specialist Expands Services with Renishaw Multi-axis Calibrators

KES Machine LLC’s investment in Renishaw’s XM-60 and XM-600 multi-axis calibrators enhances its services by quickly obtaining data to provide high-quality services.

Ideal Warehouse Innovations to Introduce Line of Air Quality Control Products at ProMat 2023

Among the products to be featured is the AtomikAir industrial-strength air filtration system.

MC Machinery/Mitsubishi Laser to Hold Open House at California Tech Center

The open house will take place at the company’s West Coast Technology Center in Cypress, Calif. on March 30.

Shovlin Joins CNC Software LLC as Marketing Director

Shovlin will lead efforts in support of the brand’s ongoing market expansion and to further develop the company’s position as a global leader in manufacturing technology.

Federal Tool & Engineering Earns Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Award

The metal fabricator was awarded a Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year award in the Small Business Category.

At EASTEC, UNISIG Will Focus on Engineered Automation for Gundrilling

The company’s solutions ensure optimized deep hole drilling production with three types of flexible, machine mounted or custom designed automation solutions.

Velo3D Releases Flow 5.0 to Enhance the Level of Control Over the 3D Printing Process

New features include user-selectable core parameters, pre-print analysis to identify potential errors, and rapid resequencing for multi-part prints.

New Versatile Solid End Mills for Flexible Aluminum Roughing with Finishing Capabilities

Cutting tool specialist Sandvik Coromant is expanding its line of CoroMill® Dura versatile solid end mills with aluminum-specific tools.

New Vertical Market Dedicated to Intralogistics in the U.S.

The Siemens Intralogistics segment will provide a holistic, systematic approach for materials handling, addressing the needs for digital transformation, cybersecurity, safety and sustainability.

World’s First Forklift Learning Studio Opens at Cornell University

Toyota Material Handling and Cornell Engineering’s revolutionary studio will provide immersive educational experience for the next generation of engineers.

New Smart Factory Production Expansion Underway at TRUMPF Inc.

The expansion in Farmington, Conn., will house sheet metal production and Smart Factory to manufacture laser cutting, bending and welding machinery.

“Go the Extra Mile” Contest from WALTER Surface Technologies Starts in March

Customers across the United States and Canada will find, on specially marked packs of ZIP™ XX, a sticker with an entry code valid for 1 chance to win the grand prize.

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Star Cutter Announces Express In-Stock and Custom Design Gundrill Programs

The Star Cutter Express offers standard programs with same day shipping; Star Cutter Custom Express items are shipped within a week.

Denmark’s Second-largest Precision Tooling Company Deploys NUMROTO Across Production Floor

TN Vaerktoejsslibning has become a leading manufacturer of special solid carbide tools, with a reputation for the quality and precision of its products.

“Go the Extra Mile” Contest from WALTER Surface Technologies Starts in March

Customers across the United States and Canada will find, on specially marked packs of ZIP™ XX, a sticker with an entry code valid for 1 chance to win the grand prize.

Starrett’s Automated Metrology and Other Inspection Solutions to be Featured at EASTEC 2023

Starrett will demonstrate pattern recognition and automated inspection on several metrology systems at EASTEC.

New Method for Turning Complicated Shapes and Pockets with a Single Tool: Y-axis Turning

Sandvik Coromant’s Y-axis turning offers benefits such as reduced cycle time, improved component surface quality and more stable machining.

COE Press Equipment Ships Coil Line to Carmeco in Lebanon, Mo.

The Carmeco press feed line is designed to handle mild steels at 40,000 PSI yield from 0.030-to-0.120” thick at 24” wide or up to 0.141” at 15” wide.

Mate Precision Technologies to Demo Punching and Bending Solutions at FABTECH Mexico 2023

Mate’s tooling solutions increase your shop’s productivity, eliminate secondary operations and reduce part costs.

Scotchman Industries to Showcase Ironworkers and Cold Saws with Live Demos at FABTECH Mexico 2023

A complete range of general to heavy-duty metal fabrication machinery from Scotchman Industries will be presented at booth #2331.

Sherick Named President of Flow Waterjet

Brian Sherick is promoted to president of Flow Waterjet. He takes over as Flow continues to advance waterjet innovation and customer support to new levels.

AIDA-America to Demonstrate Industry Leading Stamping Press Technology at FABTECH® Mexico 2023

Among the highlights at the booth will be AIDA’s DSF-C1-A Series Gap Frame Servo Press with its exclusive Allen-Bradley Control.

Pat Mooney Saws Expands its Illinois-based Headquarters

The Addison campus expansion supports an inventory of metal saws and Kanefusa saw blades. The company also recently expanded its circular saw blade sharpening shop.

Tooling Company Fulfills Customer Demand with New and In-Stock Products

CERATIZIT offers three advanced tooling solutions that are in-stock and ready for immediate delivery; includes the EcoCut Series, and the new PolyClamp Verso and MaxiLock-N.

New Air Atomizing Spray Nozzle Video Provides Key Features and Advantages

EXAIR’s Air Atomizing Nozzles come in three distinct styles including internal mix, external mix and siphon fed.

MRO Distributor Purchases Small Bench Top Furnace

L&L Special Furnace delivered the XLB124, which is capable of heat-treating a wide variety of tools; the XLB series comes in several sizes.

Brinell Optical Scanning System Software Optimized with a More Intuitive Interface

AMETEK Newage Testing Instruments has launched the improved B.O.S.S. system, which virtually eliminates operator influence on testing.

New Copilot™ Collaborative Welding System is the Most Intuitive Welding Cobot

Miller Electric’s welder-centric design removes complexity and makes it easy to handle quick changeovers for high-mix, low-volume parts.

New Welding Systems Deliver Next-Level Productivity, Cost Savings and Power

Miller Electric’s power sources and wire feeder are designed for structural fabrication, steel erection and shipbuilding.

Pemamek Develops Solutions for Semi-Narrow Groove Welding Technologies for Thick Plates

The semi-narrow gap welding SAW process uses fewer consumables resulting in a strong bond in less time and with fewer costs.

Introducing Stainless Black Oxide for Clean and Smut Free Finish

Birchwood Technologies’ TRU TEMP Stainless Black Oxide forms a black magnetite finish when applied on stainless steel parts and is effective for finishing series 200, 300, 400 and 17-4 pH stainless steel.

Rugged Frame and Table Ensure Vertical Toolroom Saws are Productive and Versatile

The saw can easily handle contour sawing, beveling, slicing, ripping, stack cutting and cutting off various materials from aluminum, brass to steel.

New Induction Heat Treating Scanner

UltraFlex’s SmartScan can perform a variety of heat-treating processes and can accommodate a range of part sizes and weights.

Ease, Accuracy and a 70CFH Flow Range with a New Flowmeter Regulator

ESAB’s Victor HRF2400 Pro offers the highest flow range available, 70CFH (cubic feet per hour), and 6X longer application runtime when using CO2, as well as more consistent flow delivery over the life of the cylinder.

Fight Labor Shortages with Swift Cobot Deployments

Rapid Robotics and Universal Robots team up to provide North American manufacturers with fast, flexible automation.

Combining AGVs and Software for Greater Paint Shop Efficiency

Dürr’s EcoProFleet ensures a digitally optimized material flow and maximum efficiency and scalability in the industrial painting process.

Sevensense Robotics to Present Alphasense Autonomy Evaluation Kit at ProMAT 2023

The Swiss 3D Visual Autonomy provider introduces off-the-shelf prototyping solution for AMR manufacturers.

GROB Systems to Demonstrate Challenging Machining Applications at PMTS 2023

Multiple machining demonstrations will be held throughout each day on the G350 5-axis universal machine; three applications will be featured.

Tool Tech, LLC. Acquires Cameron Tool Corp.

Cameron Tool houses a well-known customer base of automotive OEMs, tier 1 suppliers, and numerous customers in industries ranging from aerospace to alternative energy and to the military.

Precision Cleaning Solvents from KYZEN at Design-2-Part Arlington

The KYZEN team will discuss the benefits of its METALNOX M6386 Modified Alcohol Solvent Cleaner and METALNOX M6381 Precision Hydrocarbon Solvent Cleaner.

Educational Support for the Next Generation of Manufacturing Employees

Heidenhain will offer deep discounts on its line of DRO’s and MILLPWR G2 CNC retrofit packages.

New CAD/CAM Suite to be Demonstrated at EASTEC 2023

The new hyperMILL 2023 CAD/CAM suite from OPEN MIND Technologies features new capabilities and optimizations for higher productivity and more.

CERATIZIT Brings Innovations for Aerospace and Medical Part Machining to EASTEC

The company will showcase the ToolScope and KOMtronic U-axis systems along with indexable milling tools and range of solid-carbide drills.

Despite Global Uncertainty, Universal Robots Reports Record Revenue

Overall demand for automation is predicted to continue to grow in 2023 and beyond, driven by growing labor shortages and changing workplace expectations.

CGTech, Developer of VERICUT CNC Machine Simulation Software, Celebrates 35 Years

CGTech was founded by Jon Prun in 1988 when he recognized the need to verify NC tool path programs without taking valuable machining time to prove-out a part.

Next Level Sawing

Breakthroughs in the development of robust sawing systems ensures your shop will exceed your customers’ most challenging and unique demands.

CERATIZIT Launches Aggressive Sustainability Strategy and Gains Recognition for Green Carbide

The company targets CO2 neutrality by 2025 and ‘net zero’ by 2040. The company is initially focusing on three major levers to quickly and significantly reduce its own carbon footprint.

Multi-Axis Machines Open the Door to Countless Possibilities

The speed, versatility, flexibility and precision of multi-axis machines supports a wide range of industries and part sizes.

KAAST Machine Tools Offers VF-Mill Vertical Machining Centers

The way a machine is built affects the way it performs. With premium quality components, high accuracy, and attractive price points, the VF-Mill series is setting the standards for how to build vertical machining centers. With machines installed in more than 20 countries, the VF-Mill series has become the go-to machining center for the KAAST family of corporations.

Turn up the Heat and Resist Wear and Tear

Heat treating is an essential process in the development of components for a wide range of industries.

Implement Zero Trust Security to Thwart Cyber Threats

Cyber threats continue to fly under the metalworking industry’s radar as a major business disruptor. It’s time to ensure the allocation of resources to prevent these threats becomes a priority.

Siemens Announces new Strategic Collaboration with Xerox® Elem™ Additive Solutions

Includes installation of Xerox ElemX3D printer at the Siemens Charlotte Advanced Technology Collaboration Hub.

Tools for Schools: Supporting Workforce Development

BIG DAISHOWA and its customers give back to local schools with nearly $30,000 in tooling certificates through its Tools for Schools program.

Spark Something Great Grant Program to Award Powermax Systems to 12 Schools

Hypertherm Associates, a U.S.-based manufacturer of industrial cutting products and software, will provide 12 Powermax45 XP air plasma systems and in-person training.

German Robotics Pioneer Expands No-Code Solution to the United States

Wandelbots democratizes robotics with easy-to-use applications. The company has opened its U.S. headquarters in Chicago.

Nucor Receives new 6” Coil Processing Line from COE

COE Press Equipment shipped and installed a 6” Series 1 Servo Roll Feed, a Series 250 (2.5” x 6”) Power Straightener and a 4,000 # X 12” capacity Coil Reel, which will be feeding a newly installed SEYI press.

VOLLMER VDays is Back for the Third Time

VOLLMER VDays, a world-famous symposium, will be held April 18-20 in Biberach, Germany.

Fast Automated Bending Solution for Tall, Thick Parts

New TRUMPF TruBend Center 7020 offers highest box height of any commercially available panel bending machine and reduces cycle time by up to 80% compared to manual press brakes.

Automatic Dual Column Saws Provide Many Advantages That Increase Efficiency

Automatic dual column band saws from Cosen Saws are designed to meet the demands of modern manufacturing, service centers, and fabrication industries.

Dynabrade Acquires Global Abrasive Products

Dynabrade further elevates its value proposition of becoming the leader in surface solutions and innovative process improvements for industries around the world.

Joe Mallee Celebrates 35 Years at Gema

Mallee, who has held various positions at Gema, is now a Northeast territory sales manager.

Gema USA Inc. Adds to its Service Team

Jacob Argyelan and Jerry Croy are now ServiceNet technicians and will supervise installations and provide service throughout North America.

ZEISS METROTOM 1 CT Scanner now Offered by Exact Metrology

Performing complex measurement and inspection tasks all in one compact system, the METROTOM 1 is in stock and ready for delivery.

Grand Opening of the Press Shop of the Future

On February 23, Schuler North America will unveil digitalization and modernization best practices with an industry workshop and grand opening of new facility.

New and Diverse Waterjet Nozzle Portfolio Supports Wide Range of Uses

With the new HyproJET portfolio, CERATIZIT sets new standards for quality and durability.

Shell Face Milling Cutter Maximizes Productivity with 16 Useable Cutting Edges

The CERATIZIT MaxiMill 273 combines the advantages of positive and negative inserts in one cutter while reducing vibration for superior surface finishes.

Totally New Drill Design Innovation Offers Significant Time Savings

EMUGE-FRANKEN USA introduces the PunchDrill, which uses high feed drilling to double the feed rate without increasing the axial force or spindle speed.

New Digital Software-as-a-Service Launched by Fastems

myFastems is available for all current Fastems automation systems from January 2023 and will be pre-installed for new systems in the future.

New Sizes Added to Thread Mill Line

Allied Machine and Engineering’s AccuThread T3 is now available in larger UN and ISO sizes up to 1”-8 and M24x3.0.

Tecoi USA Announces Major North American Commitment

Tecoi USA’s collaborative cell tech makes it possible for users to assign jobs to the right machine on-the-fly, collaborate between several machines working on the same plate and more.

Thermal Dynamics Automation Upgrades, Rebrands High-Precision Plasma Cutting Systems as UC Series

The UC Series features four models, all rated at 100% duty cycle: the UC 131 (130A), UC 201 (200A), UC 301 (300A) and UC 401 (400A).

Miller Electric Partners with Dave Kindig on Exclusive Helmet

Custom design featuring Dave Kindig’s most iconic car builds is now available in the Digital Infinity™ Series lineup.

New Versions of IDC and IDF Indicators are Available

Mitutoyo America Corp. releases new versions of IDC and IDF series Digimatic indicators which include several new designs and functions.

New Clean Room Rated Static Eliminator

EXAIR’s new Intellistat Ion Air Nozzle neutralizes static in processes such as scientific and electronic testing, cleaning medical or pharma products and more.

New Welding Helmet Offers a Wider Fit with Innovative Features

WALTER Surface Technologies launches its first ORBIT welding helmet with features such as three high-definition auto-darkening lenses and a 3-year warranty.

New Self-centering Discs Make Installation Quick, Easy, and ‘Right the First Time’

Renishaw launches innovative CENTRUM™ metal rotary scale for ATOM DX™ encoders.

Insulated Connectors Fit .110” Tabs and Require Less Metal for Smaller Applications

ETCO Incorporated’s insulated connectors and .110” tabs replace heat shrink tubing in many applications.

Allied Europe and Wohlhaupter Added to Allied Machine and Engineering’s Digital Platform

This addition to the platform provides the unique opportunity to get to know Allied Machine as a global tooling solution provider.

ACE Provides Free Machine Tool Training

NTMA has endorsed America’s Cutting Edge training program to engage the next generation of machinists and revitalize American manufacturing.

New Board Members Appointed to the National Institute for Metalworking Skills

Dowling, Ashbaugh, Spielman and Leonard appointed to three-year terms.

Mitutoyo America Corp. Celebrates 60th Anniversary

To celebrate, Mitutoyo America will be hosting events and promotions throughout the year, including customer appreciation events, special promotional discounts, and product demonstrations

STLE to Host Educational Program on Lubrication and Metalworking Fluid Basics in March

Continuing education program helps lubrication and metalworking professionals seeking to advance their skills and prepare for CLS or CMFS certification.

How Will AI Impact the Manufacturing Workforce?

At the “Manufacturing in 2030 Project: Let’s Talk about AI” event, the takeaways included the opportunity to reimagine jobs to add value that AI will help to illuminate.

Conquer Demanding Milling Applications with Reliability and Accuracy

Manufacture with sharp cuts to produce precise shapes for your customers.

Clean Tube Technology, also Known as a “Spoon,” Option for Lasertube Machines

This option, which is available for BLM Group’s lasertubes 8” and below, helps produce a clean and dross-free internal finish.

The CenterMaster Accessory Center Aligns Drills on CNC Multi-Spindles

The CenterMaster from INDEX is a system that allows operators with no specialized knowledge or experience to set up a drill in two-to-three minutes. It also provides a repeatable accuracy of <5μm.

New Solution for In-Line Checking of Pouch Cell Battery Welds

Marposs’ solution can measure thin external plastic layers starting at 1 µm, as well as accommodate thickness variations due to the presence of the tabs in parts of the welding seam.

Report Spotlights Advances in Predictive Maintenance for High-Value Assets

NCMS has released a Technology Brief that focuses on advances in predictive maintenance.

New Orbital Wrapper Features Dual Dispensing System

TAB Industries’ Wrapper Tornado applies stretch wrap twice as fast with the dual dispensing system, which is developed for transporting tube and pipe, metal parts, and more.

hyperMILL 2023 CAD/CAM Software Suite Features new Capabilities, Optimizations for Higher Productivity

The latest OPEN MIND Technologies hyperMill software suite provides powerful programming strategies and a variety of enhancements.

E-Xtreme® Series Enclosures for Extremely Harsh Environments are now Available

Mencom’s E-Xtreme enclosures are rectangular connectors that combine anti-corrosion aluminum with a patented titanium plasma coating to withstand demanding environments.

Blum-Novotest Celebrates the Career and Retirement of Randy Rau

Rau has been with Blum-Novotest since 2006 and has held a variety of technical positions in the company during the last 16 years.

Gema North America Promotes Merritt to Vice President

Chris Merritt has been promoted to vice president of Gema North America, where he will lead strategic development and growth initiatives within North America

Gema USA Promotes Thies to General Manager

Mike Thies has been promoted to general manager of Gema USA Inc., and has more than 36 years of service with Gema in multiple positions.

Hobart Opens new Customer Experience Center to Provide Welding Support and Training

The center consists of several dedicated spaces, including the Customer Applications Lab, which features two robotic welding systems, including the new Hercules automated MIG welding system.

Three Gloves, One Mission: Comfortable Compliance

The SmartFlex 400 Series thin-gauge general purpose gloves are ideal for everything from electronics repair to small parts assembly.

TurboTorch to Offer Full Line of Products and Provide Demonstrations at AHR Expo

TurboTorch, an ESAB brand, will offer hands-on demonstrations of its premium quality brazing and soldering products from February 6 – 8 at AHR Expo in booth C7361.

Manufacturing Cleaning Association Announces new Board Leadership

Brulin’s Jeff Beard is the new president; Kyzen’s Sherry Stepp, ends two-year term as president.

ALL Crane Becomes Authorized Dealer for Maeda

ALL will sell and service Maeda’s full line including spider cranes, crawlers, and battery cranes, which are widely considered the smallest cranes in the world.

2023 Automation Trends and National Cobot Awareness Month

Collaborative robot pioneer, Universal Robots, spearheads new products and initiatives to support manufacturers in addressing hiring woes and production challenges.

Fabrisonic Moves to a new 30,000-square-foot Facility in Lewis Center, OH

The 3D metal additive manufacturer’s business growth has driven the need for additional space to expand and make room for more people, machines and expanded parts production.

Tangent Design Engineering Affirms NextMeasure’s Metrology Software

Tangent Design Engineering Affirms NextMeasure’s Metrology Software

Coil Processing System Manufacturer to Build Cut-to-Length Line for Canadian Stamper

In addition to the uncoiler, feeder, straightener and shear in the CTL line, the Automation Feed Co. system also includes a coil cart, threading table and magnetic stacker.

New Tool Boosts Value, Performance for Vehicle Water Plug Boring

Custom combination tool’s CERATIZIT R84 fine boring indexable inserts feature a new reaming geometry designed for exceptional hole finishing.

Reduce the Risk of Slip, Trip and Fall Accidents During Winter

Software tools put preventative measures in place to minimize the risk of incidents and injuries, health conditions and operational losses, notes Evotix.

Kennametal Expands KenTIP FS Modular Drill Portfolio

Kennametal’s new technologies cover more materials and applications.

Next Gen Solution with the new WCE5 Solid End Mill

WIDIA’s 5-flute geometry offers affordable performance in carbon and stainless-steel, and cast-iron side milling and shoulder milling applications.

JTEKT Introduces new High-productivity Silicon Wafer Disc Grinder

The grinder includes a GW high frequency spindle with air static pressure and a built-in motor to achieve high speed, high accuracy grinding.

Valves Deliver Proportional Flow Control Performance in Exacting Applications

Emerson’s ASCO Series 209 proportional valves offer precision, flow and power 

consumption for medical devices, hydrogen fuel pumps and more.

R&M Improves Reliability for Stainless Steel Producer

Overhead cranes from R&M Materials Handling, Inc. provided a cost-effective and more reliable solution for a producer of stainless steel.

Engineering Promotions at AIDA-America

Ben Shepherd and Wade Pearson have been promoted at AIDA, a global leader in metal stamping presses and metal forming automation equipment.

Metalformers Predict Modest Improvement Heading into 2023

PMA’s December report shows that 10% of companies predict an increase in general economic activity in the next three months (up from 5% in November).

Tooling Tech Group Rebrands TTG Automation as Century Automation

The newly named Century Automation was recently expanded to a 59,000 square feet facility to accommodate the company’s growing business.

Beckhoff USA Adds new Business Development Leader

Wesley Maine will create strategic business opportunities in the Great Lakes region, drawing on three decades of industry experience.

Reshoring Activities Set a new Quarterly Record in the Third Quarter

Reshoring and FDI job announcements, projected to be 350K in 2022, are at the highest rate ever recorded, about 15% above Q1 2022, when the previous record was set.

In-Place Machining Company Acquires East Coast Metrology, LLC

Strategic partnership expands precision field service capabilities and strengthens commitment to customer service excellence.

#HandsOnMetrologyFair Organized by Exact Metrology

The fair featured discussions, presentations and demonstrations on several 3D scanning solutions available in the GOM #HandsOnMetrology tool kit.

Hexagon Invests $100 Million in Divergent Technologies Inc.

Divergent has DAPS®, a fully integrated software and hardware solution that is an alternative automotive production process.

Automated Material Storage and Retrieval Solutions for Tube Lasers

Automation improves workplace safety and productivity by reducing downtime caused by moving raw material between jobs or restocking unused materials.

Advances Revolutionize Grinding and Polishing Solutions

Better cycle times and performances result in the production of high-quality products.

Refinements to Workholding Products Boost Performance and Save Money

Keep your workpieces in their desired positions by utilizing versatile, powerful and quick-change clamping and workholding devices.

Precision Control and Automation Transform Forming and Fabricating

Discover what’s new with ironworkers, bending, plate rolling and punching equipment from leading suppliers.

Well Done Welding Finishes

Advancements in surface prep and finishing abrasive products ensure high-quality finishes, tool-free wheel changes and safer products that prevent breakage. Abrasives suppliers continue to collaborate and test products in the field with their customers to ensure the resulting products provide faster cuts, longer product life and reduce operator fatigue. What’s more, robotic and automated solutions provide alternatives to achieve the precise removal of a wide range of materials.

All-Electric Actuation on Hot Forming and SPF Presses

Utilizing Beckwood’s patented LSP™ technology, new hot forming and SPF presses have an all-electric option that eliminates the need for fluid power systems.

Innovative AM Hardness Coatings for Brake Disks is Available

CHIRON Group offers a high-speed process to protect against corrosion and wear.

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology and Sandvik Coromant Renew Partnership

Sandvik Coromant and NAIT celebrate the renewal of a long-standing 15-year partnership through 2025.

Hydraulic Chucks and Reduction Sleeves Take the Hassle Out of Tool Holding

For simple, easy-to-use, versatile tool holding, the three versions of Seco Hydraulic Chucks include the HC Conventional, HCR Reinforced and the HCS Slim.

TRUMPF Doubles the Laser Power of the TruLaser 5000 Series to 24 kW

With an output of 24 kW, the new laser — a TruDisk 24001 — can process sheet-metal parts up to three times more quickly.

Platinum Tooling is the Official Importer of Rineck Shrink Fit Technology

Rineck, a globally recognized manufacturer of tool holding technology, offers shrink fit tooling and shrink fit machine technology.

New High-Inertia 1FK7-HI Servomotors Added to Popular Siemens Product Family

The higher rotor inertia makes the control response of these servomotors highly robust and suitable for high- and variable-load inertia applications.

From Simple to the Complex, Siemens Virtual Product Expert Provides the Answers

Each Siemens VPE session is customized to meet individual customer needs by enabling direct interaction with a SINUMERIK CNC Product Expert.

In-Person Surface Roughness, Texture, and Tribology Class/Workshop to be Held in May

The classes are a thorough and affordable opportunity to learn and apply the fundamentals of surface texture analysis.

New Customizable, Flexible Tower Pallet Storage System Well-suited for Small Shops

The PSS-T300 is the latest entry to the wide range of GROB automation solutions for creating flexible manufacturing cells.

FABTECH 2022 Welcomes Nearly 30K at Atlanta Event

This year’s event saw increases in attendance, exhibitors and show floor size; 150 exhibitors made their debut at this year’s event.

New Online Rigid Shaft Coupling Design Configurator is Available

Stafford Manufacturing’s Rigid Coupling Configurator lets users create their own 1-, 2-, and 3-piece couplings and specify features.

Kleppek Named Jorgensen’s President and COO

Karl Kleppek plans to leverage Jorgensen’s strong product portfolio for continued business success through expansion in both current and new markets.

Airgas Celebrates Grand Opening of Distribution Center in Henderson, Nevada

On December 5, Airgas will formally open a new, state-of-the-art distribution center in Henderson, Nev., to serve the western United States.

New Software Boosts Productivity in Connected Manufacturing

TRUMPF’s Oseon software allows users to fully automate the flow of materials on the production floor without linking it to a large-scale storage system.

Resistance Welding Training Dates for 2023 Released

T.J. Snow announces the return of its popular regional Resistance Welding Seminars, which begin in March.

Rapid Prep Flap Discs Provide Longer Life, Increase MRR and Improve Surface Finishes

Tests find the Norton Vortex Rapid Prep non-woven discs can increase MRR more than 50% compared to non-woven medium grit flap discs.

New 2500 Ton Compression Molding Press

The new press features 10-foot square heated platens maintaining 500-degree (Fahrenheit) surfaces to +/- 5 degrees, and an innovative transfer system.

The First of its Kind Robotic Cell Automated TIG Welding Solution is Available

CINCINNATI cobotic technology takes welding automation to a new level.

Scotchman Industries Celebrates Two Long-Time Employee Anniversaries

2022 marks Scotchman Industries’ 55th year of manufacturing in America. Two employees have recently celebrated 45 years and 50 years with the company.

Digital Event to Showcase Powerful Automation Solutions from HEIDENHAIN

The company offers online opportunities for North Americans to view debuts from the SPS Show from December 5-8.

Veterans Play Vital Role in Workforce Development at Machine Tool Manufacturer

Mazak Corp. relies on veterans for their transferrable skills and rock-solid work ethics to overcome labor force challenges.

Bakun Appointed as Marketing and Communications Manager Americas for ANCA

Amanda Bakun will take on the newly created position of marketing and communications manager for the Americas.

KUKA to Educate on Robotic Automation at ACTE 2022 in Las Vegas

KUKA Robotics brings its leading educational and software simulation technologies to the CareerTech VISION 2022 conference, Nov. 30-Dec. 3.

New Duo Air Interface Box for Economical Management of Air Gauges

Marposs’ Duo Air interface box comes with either one or two analog air-to-electronics converters with adjustable sensitivity and zeroing nozzles for connecting to one or two gauges.

Metalworking Fluid Management Program Will Provide Cutting-edge Techniques

STLE’s annual program will be held February 21-23, 2023 at the University of Akron in Akron, Ohio.

Enhanced Technology for Unicables Increases Cable Life up to 300%

Tregaskiss has enhanced its LSR+ unicables with SmoothTurn technology for use with TOUGH GUN TA3 robotic MIG guns.

Next Technology High Feed Indexable Milling Platform now Available

Dapra Corp.’s VAPOR powered by TRI-X2 has unique elements in its body design to ensure higher metal removal rates and longer tool life.

Second Annual Tribology & Lubrication for E-Mobility Conference Takes Place in San Antonio

STLE’s technical conference, to be held November 30-December 2, examines the challenges and opportunities impacting EV technologies.

Space-saving Right-angle Solution for High-power Applications

Connectors minimize space installation requirements with a compact 90° connection that removes bending of large diameter wires (up to 70mm2) and ensures reliable 200A rating performance.

North American Tooling Spend Forecasted to Reach $8.3 Billion in 2025

Recent automaker profits are funding an increased number of new vehicle launches during the next few years.

Electrical Connectors and Terminals Designed for Critical Robotic Medical Devices

Permitting OEMs to meet design requirements, the connectors and terminals are supplied loose or on reels for use with various automated attachment systems.

Cardo Crew’s Comm-Set Awarded Highest PPE Certification for Hearing Protection

Mesh wireless intercom device achieves outstanding results and highest possible certification in Personal Protective Equipment.

New Software Program Ensures Flexible Tube Cutting, Design and Reduced Scrap

Lantek Systems introduces Flex3d Tubes, available within the Lantek Manager and Integra software, which seamlessly integrates with tubular geometry tools such as SAT and IGES.

Northern Tool + Equipment Enters Retail Partnership with ESAB

The partnership expands the retailer’s offering of premium welding and fabrication equipment for fabrication professionals across America.

DC Fast Charge Electric Vehicle Charger Initiative Launched by Lincoln Electric

A production model is planned for 2023 and leverages core manufacturing and engineering capabilities in the company’s Cleveland facility.

Pipe Beveler End Prep Tools Handle Highly Alloyed Small Tubes

The tool is ideal for beveling tubes and small pipes with a high percentage of chrome, producing precision welding end preps without cutting oils.

New 3/8 NPT Hollow Cone Liquid Nozzle for Cooling and Washing

EXAIR’s HollowStream nozzles produce a uniform distribution of liquid in a ring pattern with medium to large droplets.

New Single Reel Design Makes it Easier to add Optional Features

COE Press Equipment’s redesign of its single reel uncoilers features a modular design so customers can adapt to changing shop floor needs.

Entry-level Sheet Laser Cutter has Features of High-end System at Attractive Price

BLM GROUP’s new LS7 can cut steel, stainless steel, iron, copper, brass, and aluminum in thicknesses from 0.20” to 1.57”, or even double sheets.

A Flexible Human-Collaborative Workcell for Robotic Welding

ArcWorld HC is portable with three-sided access featuring a 1,200 mm x 2,400 mm perforated fixture table, and a Yaskawa HC10DTP robot, among other features.

Falgiatano Promoted to Sandvik Coromant’s Marketing Manager, Sales Area Americas

In his new role, Nick Falgiatano will be accountable for establishing and reaching the strategic objectives of the sales area Americas.

Virtual Product Expert for CNC Enables Direct Interaction with SINUMERIK CNC Product Expert

Siemens CNC community members can now get answers to programming and operations questions on-demand.

Mia Bökmark Appointed new Vice President Product Management and R&D at Seco Tools

International executive leader brings strategy, business development and talent management together with a holistic success to Seco Tools.

Enclosures for Robotics Automation Improve Air Quality and Improve Productivity

HEMCO’s modular enclosures are built to customer size and design requirements, and come in a variety of sizes, vented or HEPA filtered models.

Partners Expand Automated Pipe Welding Solution

Novarc and Lincoln Electric will expand Novarc’s cobot pipe welding solutions, including its Spool Welding Robot, which has generated a 400% productivity increase for clients.

Hybrid Live Event Showcases Innovations for the Automotive Manufacturing Sector

Visit Seco Tools’ hybrid Automotive & General Engineering ITI: Agenda and free registration right here.

Tackle Challenging Applications with new High Feed SP Milling Systems

Seco Tools’ new milling system features a combination of dedicated cutting geometries and insert grades, as well as optimized lead angles.

LVD Offers new Cost-efficient Laser Cutting Machine

The laser cutting machine addresses a growing demand for versatile laser cutting equipment built to maximize value and lower the cost per part.

60-ton Electric-drive Press Brake Added to LVD’s Product Line

Dyna-Press 60/20 offers flexibility in tooling. It can be outfitted with universal, Wila or U.S. style punches and universal, LVD or U.S.-style dies.

Hexagon and Raytheon Technologies’ Sim Tool to Improve AM Build Quality

Tool will enable evaluation and optimization of metal AM processes through the prediction of thermal history and defects at the laser path and powder layer scale.

Lithium-Iron Forklifts Available for Indoor and Outdoor Applications

NOBLELIFT North America’s FE4P50Q-70Q Lithium-Iron Forklifts use AC drive technology to achieve high performance with low operating and maintenance costs.

Smart Manufacturing Executive Council Created to Accelerate Smart Manufacturing in the U.S.

CESMII, (the Smart Manufacturing Institute) and SME (the Society of Manufacturing Engineers) have formed a national think tank of smart manufacturing leaders.

Innovative Employer Engagement Process Establishes Effective On-The-Job Training

NIMS offers a five-step method to address the urgency employers experience regarding training in today’s manufacturing technologies.

Beckwood Press Co. Launches New Patents-Pending Linear Servo Press Line

LSP presses range from 125-to-500 tons, offering the largest tonnage capacity of any linear servo press available.

New Trailer Lift Features Reinforced Platform, Increased Lift

Rite-Hite’s design provides full, unobstructed access to a variety of vehicle types and loads, providing a universal fit regardless of vehicle bed height.

LVD Offers new Cost-efficient Laser Cutting Machine

The laser cutting machine addresses a growing demand for versatile laser cutting equipment built to maximize value and lower the cost per part.

Voortman Steel Machinery to Spotlight new Machines and Offer Knowledge Sharing at FABTECH

The company will introduce the Voortman Plate Sorter, a world’s first, and the Voortman Pipe Cutting Unit.

MultiCam’s CNC Router, Plasma and Waterjets to take Center Stage at FABTECH

MultiCam, a Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems company, will run live demos to underline the power, precision and performance of three different machines.

More Than 140 Companies Will Make Their Debut as FABTECH Exhibitors

An estimated 30,000 people will attend FABTECH 2022, which runs from November 8-10 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.

Shaft Collars and Rigid Couplings Feature Highly Precise Close Tolerance Design

Stafford Manufacturing Corp.’s Accu-Clamp™ Precision Products are suitable for a variety of motion control, transmission, and automation and packaging systems.

Toyota Assist’s Features Enable Advanced Operator Awareness Technologies

New pedestrian detection system adds enhanced operator features to expand situational awareness and productivity.

Novarc to Showcase Enhanced Features of Spool Welding Robot at FABTECH

Novarc’s Spool Welding Robot is the world’s first collaborative welding robot designed for pipe, small pressure vessel, and other types of roll welding.

Hexagon Advances Shift to Zero at HxGN LIVE Smart Simulation Summit

On November 9-10, Hexagon thought leaders and domain specialists will convene with customers and CAE industry experts to discuss the latest software developments in the design and engineering fields.

Digital Metrology Introduces TraceBoss Software for Portable Roughness Gages

One click in TraceBoss configures the gage, initiates a measurement, and presents the results and graphics full screen and in high resolution.

Mastercam Mill Solutions Target a Streamlined Manufacturing Process

New functionality in Mastercam Mill includes multiaxis improvements, enhancements to OptiRough and Slot Mill toolpaths, and dozens of additional enhancements.

New Pencil Grinder and Engraving Pen Available from Ingersoll Rand

Leave a legible mark and precisely clean tools with the new Ingersoll Rand® 320PG Pencil Grinder and 140EP Engraving Pen.

Bruce Williams Starts new Chapter at Exact Metrology

Williams works as an Exact Metrology trainer, specializing in 3D Systems Design X reverse engineering software.

Beckhoff Presents Cabinetless Machine Control and Adaptive Automation at FABTECH

Based on flexible and scalable PC-based automation, MX-System, XPlanar and other innovations help fabrication industry leaders tackle challenges.

Acosta Sheet Metal Mfg. Partners on Solution to Single-use Plastic Bags

The company partnered with 99Bridges, a tech company providing sustainability solutions, to create a kiosk for the reusable bag system GOATOTE.

ArcWorld HC – A Flexible Human-Collaborative Workcell for Robotic Welding

Designed for human-collaborative (HC) interaction, the highly flexible ArcWorld HC is a complete robotic welding solution for the fabrication of small- to medium-size parts.

Wells Appointed Starrett’s Director of Operations and Continuous Improvement

Wells is responsible for Production, Planning, Production Control and Purchasing, Inventory Management, Warehouse and Shipping, Quality and more.

Yaskawa Adds 30 kg Payload HC30PL Plug and Play Collaborative Palletizing Robot

Hand-guided programming allows users to direct teach points without a pendant for quick implementation of the robot system.

SigmaSUITE V23 Redefines Nesting and Process Optimization for Connected Shops

SigmaNEST’s flagship package delivers new nesting strategies that optimize part processing and workflow efficiency beyond classic nesting.

KYZEN’s Clean Team to Spotlight Alkaline Cleaner/Inhibitors at FABTECH 2022

Additionally, KYZEN’s Chuck Sexton will give a presentation on Wednesday morning entitled, “The Future of Solvent Cleaning.”

Four Major Trends You’ll Experience at FABTECH 2022

Trends impacting the manufacturing sector, topics of which will be present at FABTECH, include 3D/additive manufacturing, cybersecurity, workforce/labor shortages and smart technology/IoT.

U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Totaled $178.1 Million in August; 8.9% Over 2021

The cutting tool market is still not back to pre-pandemic levels, but it is continually clawing its way back.

Versatile, High Payload Palletizing Robot is Suited for a Range of Industries

Yaskawa Motoman’s PL800 offers a 3,159 mm horizontal reach, a 3,024 mm vertical reach, and its work envelope and payload efficiently load/unload pallets.

Industrial Magnetics, Inc. Unveils a new Logo

We are proud to unveil our new logo! Industrial Magnetics, Inc. has grown over the past decade, expanding our product line, acquiring new companies, and broadening our distribution around the globe. As our company evolves, we feel that our branding…

Ceramic Exchangeable Milling Heads Take the Heat in HRSA Machining

Cutting tool and tooling systems specialist Sandvik Coromant extends its series of ceramic exchangeable milling heads with the newest CoroMill® 316.

Introducing RoboRail, an Affordable All-In-One Robotic Plasma Cutting Machine

HGG’s RoboRail incorporates advanced robotic tech to process a vast range of materials quickly and accurately to length.

ANCA CNC Machines Appoints Amanda Bakun as the Marketing and Communications Manager for the Americas

ANCA USA (Wixom, MI), a market leading manufacturer of CNC grinding machines, has announced that Amanda Bakun will take on the newly created position of Marketing and Communications Manager for the Americas.

UR Ships Cobots with Two-week Lead Time; Manufacturers Meet Section 179 Deadline

Universal Robots’ approach to overcoming global supply chain issues results in short lead times; manufacturers able to meet tax deduction deadline.

Wintriss Announces Die Protection and Automatic Data Collection FABTECH Presentations

Wintriss’ Jim Finnerty, an authority on automated press controls and OEE/data collection/production monitoring software, will give two presentations.

Wayland Additive Expands NeuBeam Metal AM Tech to Meet Demand

Calibur3 as an eBeam metal additive manufacturing system opens up new opportunities for production applications.

Beamex Donates $10,000 to a Scholarship Fund

Proceeds from the 2022 Annual Calibration Exchange invested in future industrial automation professionals.

Year-End Offer: Earn Free Tools for Your Favorite Schools

From Nov. 1-Dec. 30, BIG DAISHOWA will donate a tooling certificate valued at 20% of every order from an NTMA member company to the buyer’s school of choice.

WALTER Surface Technologies Expands Sales Team; Adds Lisa Glass to Team

Lisa Glass has been appointed as regional sales director of the Atlantic Coast team for WALTER Surface Technologies.

EXAIR’s White Papers Help Educate Customers on a Variety of Topics

With these white papers customers can garner a better understanding of not only the products, but the principles that make the products tick.

Manufacturing Sector is More Vulnerable to Supply Chain Attacks in the Cloud

Netwrix study reveals that manufacturing organizations experienced these types of attacks more often than any other industry surveyed.

HC10 Mobile Integrated Workstation Enables Flexible Production Environments

Yaskawa Motoman’s mobile station is well-suited for arc welding, assembly, machine tending, and pick and place tasks.

Weiler Abrasives to Showcase Industry Solutions at FABTECH 2022

A variety of bonded and coated abrasives offerings can be seen at Booth C12065.

New Cutting and Grinding Wheels for Aluminum Offer Best in Class Performance

The “Norton for Aluminum” new wheels offer aggressive and fast cutting, which resists loading and minimizes heat on the workpiece.

All-directional Turning Takes Another Turn

Second generation CoroTurn® Prime B-type inserts from Sandvik Coromant increase productivity and tool life.

KYZEN to Exhibit METALNOX Alkaline Cleaners with Corrosion Inhibitors at FABTECH 2022

The KYZEN Clean team will highlight METALNOX M6314CP and METALNOX M6324CP in Booth B5017.

BLM Group USA Appoints new Ohio Regional Sales Rep

Mitchell Breuker is BLM Group’s regional sales manager for Ohio, responsible for developing sales and customer relations in the region.

New CoroMill® MF80 for high-performance face and shoulder milling

Global metal-cutting leader Sandvik Coromant is expanding its milling offering with the new CoroMill® MF80 for automotive milling applications in ISO K and ISO P materials in close to 90-degree operations with fixture constraints.

Four new SmartSYNC™ Torches for use with Powermax SYNC® Plasma Systems

New torches from Hypertherm Associates automatically set the correct amperage, air pressure, and operating mode upon installation of the consumable cartridge.

New Single Piece Cartridge Consumable for HPRXD Plasma Systems from Hypertherm Associates

The cartridge replaces the traditional 5-piece consumable stackup with an aligned part that lasts longer and delivers high-definition cut quality.

Miller Electric Introduces ClearLight™ 2.0 Lens Tech: See Details Like Never Before

Advanced, high-definition optics provide the most realistic view that’s clearer and brighter — before, during and after every weld.

See What’s new From Miller Electric Mfg. at FABTECH 2022

Stop by Booths C12511 and C12711 to take part in demos and check out the latest technologies to empower welders and improve weld quality.

Lincoln Electric to Host WorldSkills® International Competition for Metal Work

The 2022 competition for welding and construction metal work will draw to Cleveland more than 135 competitors representing more than 30 countries.

ESAB Launches new Product Website Focused on Fabricator Education

The revolutionary site includes a vast library of educational content for fabricators from basic welding techniques through in-depth process knowledge.

COE Press Equipment Provides Five Servo Feeds to Genco Stamping

Genco Stamping, Cookeville, Tenn., is a provider of ride control components such as struts, shocks, suspension and more.

ACU-RITE’s new droPWR App Available this Fall

The droPWR Turns an iPad® into a digital readout and takes your manual machine tool experience to the next level.

Raising the Standard of Corrosion Protection for Routine Packaging of Metals

Cor-Pak® 1-MUL/8-MUL Pouches offer active corrosion protection, even in the presence of residual moisture.

3D Scanning Leader Exact Metrology Attends Coordinate Metrology Society Conference

Exact Metrology reintroduces itself to the public following new partnerships, including the OASIS Alignment Services, a division of In-Place Machining Co.

Walter Launches the Next-gen of Straight Flute Drills for Aluminum and Cast Iron

The DC165 Advance solid carbide drills have four polished margins that reduce friction and improve hole accuracy, surface finish, roundness, and straightness.

Farwest Steel Corp. Installs Precision Blanking Line from Red Bud Industries

In addition to producing close tolerance parts, the new system includes a number of features to reduce setup time and increase productivity.

FARO Releases All-new Vantage Max High-Accuracy Laser Tracker Series

FARO’s portable inspection tools are now more precise, easier to use and improve productivity by 20%.

Crosby Group to Commence Cash Tender Offer for Outstanding Shares of KITO

Business combination of The Crosby Group and KITO CORP. to create a global

provider of comprehensive lifting solutions.

ANCA’s Laser Marking Options Provide Time and Cost-saving Benefits

On your mark, get set and go with ANCA’s automated laser marking for streamlined production.

A Wide Range of the METALNOX Product Line to be Displayed at Parts2Clean

KYZEN will take part in parts2clean, scheduled to take place Oct 11-13 at the Messe Stuttgart in Germany at Hall 4, Booth E49.

Global Shop Solutions’ Cloud ERP Product Greatly Surpasses Five-year Forecast

With cyberattacks increasing in the manufacturing market, cloud-based ERP costs less to protect the integrity of the system, especially for smaller manufacturers.

New AWS3 Pneumatic Active Welding System from AMADA WELD TECH EUROPE

This system specifically combines F- and FP-series pneumatic weld heads and weld pincers with an IS-Q-series inverter power supply.

Osborn Testing Innovative, First-of-Its-Kind Stringer Bead Brush

The new bead brush is setting a new standard in the welding, pipeline and metal fabrication markets.

TRUMPF to Introduce Entry Level Automated Laser Welding Machine at FABTECH

The new TruLaser Weld 1000 is an entry level solution from TRUMPF, which offers smaller companies the benefits of automated laser welding.

New Versatile Range of Solid End Mills

The CoroMill® Dura offers flexible roughing and finishing in multiple materials

Sandvik Coromant Helps Electric Vehicle Manufacturers Compete

Power skiving is the fastest-growing method of gear machining. The process combines shaping and hobbing into a single, continuous cutting process.

FABTECH 2022: Where Innovation Meets Opportunities

FABTECH to Take Place at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta from November 8-10!

ABB Announces Rebrand of its Autonomous Mobile Robot Portfolio

ABB is the only company to offer a complete portfolio of machine automation, robotics and mobile autonomous robot solutions.

Survey from ABB Reveals Re-industrialization at Risk from Education Gap in Automation

One in four education establishments use robots in teaching despite planned investment in robotics and automation by 70% of U.S. and European businesses.

The “Q”– Meet ACU-RITE’s new Metrology DRO

The Q functions as an entry-level readout, providing the user with geometric feature construction, basic part view detail and more.

Beckwood Press Co. to Launch Linear Servo Press™ Tech at FABTECH 2022

The patents-pending Linear Servo Press line uses fewer components to create force resulting in cost savings, increased throughput, and easy setup.

New EMH G-Series Crane Kits Enhance Trolley Adjustment

New G-Series Crane Kits also include all the quality components customers need to install EMH ZLW Double Girder Top Running Cranes, and more.

Marposs Announces MAINDO, the Company’s new Digital Platform

The platform shares and enhances data generated by Marposs systems focused on quality control, production processes and environmental conditions.

Flying S Inc. Improves Accuracy and Reduces Retention Knob Failures

Company utilizes JM Performance Products’ High Torque retention knobs, which eliminate the toolholder expansion responsible for costly CNC milling and boring issues.

New Tooling Catalog from Platinum Tooling Technologies

The catalog provides an overview on the company’s entire line of live tools, adapters, speed multipliers, angle heads and special purpose tools.

ProShop ERP and Datanomix Will Deliver Automated Job Costing for Precision Manufacturers

The partnership delivers the “holy grail” of job costing by automating true machine costs for each job run with clear targets for margin improvement.

HEIDENHAIN’s TNC7: A new Level of CNC Control

Along with easy and intuitive operation, users enjoy support from a virtual simulation of the machined part and work envelope.

United Precision Services Announces the Return of its Open House in October

Event in Cincinnati to showcase the company’s complete line of manufacturing and fabrication equipment.

Honeycutt Cuts Machining Steps; Drives More Business from Aerospace Customers

GROB 5-axis machining center with Siemens CNC onboard reduces cycle time by 50% and tooling costs by 60% for Seattle-based job shop.

Mastercam is the Most Widely Used CAM for the 28th Year in a Row

In the latest CIMdata report, Mastercam retained the top spot for CAM software in three categories: industry, education and support network.

At FABTECH, AIDA-America will Demo Press Tech with Multiple Presses and Control Systems

Company will stamp progressive die parts and demonstrate silent blanking motion profile via multiple direct-drive servo presses and control systems.

Star Cutter Launches new AR Capability to Remotely Assist Customers

The Star AR Support Solutions service helps reduce potential downtime, expediting service on the machines as well as bridging the skills gap.

Scotchman Industries Introduces First USA Made PressPro 110W Model Hydraulic Press

The 110W model H-Frame PressPro combines a heavy-duty, quality welded, all-steel frame with an industrial grade hydraulic system to provide maximum strength, durability and a long life.

FABTECH 2022 Heads to Atlanta and Offers Dynamic Lineup of Keynotes and Speakers

“This year’s keynote speakers and panel discussions were handpicked to impart insights to transform businesses and address the challenges and opportunities facing the manufacturing industry today.”

CERATIZIT Acquires AgriCarb, a Global Leader in Tungsten Carbide Agricultural Wear Parts

AgriCarb’s products for soil and vineyard tillage achieve a service life three to seven times longer than that of conventional steel products.

At IMTS, Mitsui Seiki USA Discusses its Part in Developing NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

The telescope’s mirror, made of 18 beryllium segments, was manufactured by Axsys of Cullman, Ala., which used Mitsui Seiki machines to manufacture the mirrors.

L&L Special Furnace Co. Ships and Commissions a High-temp Box Furnace to U.S. Plant

The L&L GHH3350 has an effective work zone of 32” wide by 30” high by 50” deep, and is capable of reaching temperatures up to 1,700°C / 3,100°F under partial atmospheric pressure.

Unist’s new Pulse R™ Makes MQL System Adjustment Simpler and More Accurate

The Pulse R ties into the system control solenoid valve and takes the place of a pneumatic pulse generator timer or logic block.

KASTO to Present Tailor-made Sawing Solutions at FABTECH 2022

From Booth B7859, KASTO will present innovative solutions from its sawing and storage technology portfolio.

Welding Products Leader Bernard Celebrates its 75th Anniversary

R&D efforts have led to multiple cutting-edge technologies, including perfecting the Dual Shield welding process in 1954 — now known as flux-cored arc welding.

All Metals & Forge Group Celebrates Renewal of ISO9001 and AS9100

“We passed with flying colors with no minors nor majors. A special thanks to everyone on our Quality Management System team.”

New Tool-changing Options Deliver Accuracy and Safety for Users

Versatile and robust robotic tool-changing applications optimize your shop’s processes.

Airgas to Celebrate Grand Opening on August 24 of ALTEC Engineering Solutions Center

The center brings the company’s ALTEC Engineering Solutions and Advanced Fabrication teams together to innovate, create and accelerate solutions.

Sandvik Coromant’s Westminster Facility Recognized as a Best Plant

The award recognizes the world-class carbide manufacturing facility’s operational excellence, customer focus and ongoing employee engagement.

New Sinamics DC Master Base Drive for new Installations and Retrofits

Siemens Industry, Inc. has introduced its new Sinamics DC Master (DCM) Base Drive as a result of increasing demand for base drive panels using the Sinamics DC Master converter. This pre-wired solution is offered complete and fully tested with all…

TRUMPF Inc. Announces Executive Promotions and New CFO

Bettina Steingruber appointed as chief financial officer for TRUMPF in North America, and Burke Doar named executive vice president.

MIG Guns for Extreme Duty Applications Now Available

Both guns boast a 100 percent duty cycle at 600A and can withstand the abusive environments of shipyards and heavy fabrication sites.

ICR Integrity Secures Long-term Hire Contract with TAQA

ICR’s Quickflange technology has a proven track record as a leading provider in cold work solutions, offering permanent repair options for improving pipeline integrity and flow assurance.

KYZEN to Showcase METALNOX at ATRA Powertrain Expo in Las Vegas

KYZEN will emphasize its METALNOX M6355 and M6324R products in Booth 424 at the Caesars Forum Convention Center.

ClimaTrek™: New line of Climate-controlled Trailer Bulkheads

Rite-Hite’s new specialized trailer products ensure proper temperature, environmental control, and separation inside climate-controlled trailers.

Higher wear resistance and longer tool life in hard turning applications up to 58 HRC with Kennametal’s KYHK15B™ grade

New ceramic grade delivers highest productivity when
machining hardened steels, high-temperature alloys, and cast
irons.

168 Manufacturing Adds New Distributors For Automated Machine Shop Technologies

168 Manufacturing, a brand of Precision Tool Technologies that designs and develops CNC machine shop
automation technologies, announces partnerships with six new North American distributors for its FullShop™
Automated Coolant Management Systems.

Cosen Saws Leading Edge Sawing Solutions on Display at IMTS 2022

Cosen Saws to showcase a variety of band saws for every application at IMTS 2022.

5 Things To Do Before IMTS 2022

Here are five things you can do right now: Attend Preview Days. From technical deep dives and attractions to entertainment and networking events, hear about all IMTS has to offer. Discover Featured Showrooms. See the new technology, equipment, and software that will be on display….

Sunnen Products at IMTS will Showcase new SV-3000 Series Vertical Honing Systems

Next generation vertical honing machines deliver ultimate process control for ease of setup and operation on complex, tight-tolerance parts.

YCM Alliance Application Machining Solutions at IMTS

YCM Technology will be showing its latest lineup of application-based machine tool solutions.

The Digital Machine Shop: Siemens to Present Digital-native CNC and More at IMTS

Automation hardware and software technology portfolio; digital-native CNC platform, SINUMERIK ONE, for machine tool applications. Also present, Siemens solutions and services for the industrialization of additive manufacturing.

The Ergonomic Manual Lifting Device Specialists

Sky Hook is a small, ergonomic lifting device for lifting hard to reach loads up to 500 pounds, and weighing less than 26 pounds. Made in the USA.

ACU-RITE’s Tablet Digital Readout System to be Introduced at IMTS

The new droPWR is a first-of-its-kind system that enables an iPad to become a digital readout tool.

KBC Tools & Machinery Introduces SpeedTaps to North America

SpeedTaps help machinists and fabricators who tap and install bolts increase efficiency, saving both dollars and hours.

New POWER MIG® 215 MPi™ Multi-process Welder Available from Lincoln Electric

The newest addition to the POWER MIG lineup delivers a range of capabilities in an ergonomically friendly, yet robust design.

ERP Project Manager at Global Shop Solutions Achieves 10-Year Employment Milestone

Michelle Brown is a project manager for the company’s U.K. office, and is an ERP specialist.

Sandvik Coromant Holds Automotive Transmission Machining Event at New Training Center

Topics included breakthrough methods for turning and power skiving and tips to decrease cost per part, reduce setup and increase precision.

FANUC America Nearly Doubles Michigan Campus to Accommodate Automation Demand

The global automation solutions leader invests in US manufacturing with plans of a second expansion in three years to meet growing need.

Zimmermann Displays Three New Machines at IMTS 2022

Zimmermann Milling Solutions, a leading global high-tech supplier of portal milling machines, will virtually show three new gantry machines at their booth. IMTS will be held September 12-17, 2022, in Chicago.

Smart and Economical Laser Blanking Solutions

The technology offers maximum flexibility, efficiency and part quality,
as well as material savings of up to one million USD per year.

KHK USA Inc. Announces Extensive Line of Inch Gears

Recognizing the demand that still exists in the United States for diametral pitch spur gears, KHK USA offers made-to-order products.

REGO-FIX’s Original ER Collet Celebrates 50th Anniversary

With Fritz Weber’s revolutionary design, users could quickly and easily pull the collet directly out of the holder after unscrewing the nut.

Tooling U-SME’s VR Training Curriculum Prepares Visionary Organizations for Rapid Transformation

Tooling U-SME, the leading provider of manufacturing training solutions, is showcasing its new Virtual Labs at IMTS 2022.

ANCA Powers up Poly Crystalline Diamond Tooling

How simultaneous high-current and high-frequency have positioned the ANCA EDG as the benchmark for PCD manufacture. With the increase in performance, decrease in cycle time and increase in surface finish specification, users are able to purchase arguably the most technologically advanced erosion machine available. ANCA is the only supplier of EDG erosion machines in the market that has a synchronized, adaptable, intelligent and controllable erosion process suited perfectly to the vast array of non-ferrous materials.

Fabrication and Additive Manufacturing Industries Can Now Tap into Siemens’ Portfolio of Solutions and Services

Siemens Messaging Experts are available to discuss the full range of manufacturing solutions with machine builders and end-users in the fabrication industry.

Beckwood Press Company Expands Extrusion Stretch Forming Line

This line capitalizes on the modern, programmable technology inherent in new machinery as well as rapid, readily available service and support.

GROB Systems to Showcase Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Solutions at EV Tech Expo

Booth highlights will include examples of key EV parts made on GROB equipment such as stators, hairpin samples and batteries.

New Case Study Library from EXAIR Provides Detailed Examples of Successful Solutions

The online library features more than 40 studies that breakdown customer challenges and how EXAIR’s engineered products solved the challenges.

Huntingdon Fusion Techniques Updates PurgEye® 100

The handheld device now features a metal housing and readings are from atmospheric oxygen level (20.94%), down to 100 ppm (0.01%) of oxygen.

New Vision Measurement System from Mitutoyo America Corp.

Quick Vision Pro Series machines feature high-performance technologies that improve 3D non-contact measurement and productivity.

ANCA is set to unveil a remarkable new machine capable of producing the highest accuracy and quality cutting tools in the world at IMTS 2022

On a brand-new stand ANCA will showcase the next generation of technology enabling customers to grow capacity, improve profit margins and gain efficiencies.

John Saunders, a Well-known Machining Expert and Influencer, Selected as a Tooling Contest Judge

ANCA’s Tool of the Year contest is underway. The winner of #MadeonANCA receives $10,000 AUD worth of ANCA innovations.

Patent Issued for Smart Vision Lights’ DoAll Robotics Light

The DoAll combines six types of machine vision lights with 32 control channels, providing users the flexibility and advanced control to solve complex tasks.

New LT7 Lasertube With 2D Cutting Head Available from BLM Group

Machine is ideal for processing round tubes, square, rectangle, and open profiles or special sections requiring straight vertical-type cutting.

“Everything Coil” Educational Series Announced by COE Press Equipment

The materials are available in short videos or as white papers, and can be accessed from the company’s website.

The Harris Products Group Participates in Skills USA

Students were given one hour to complete a closed-loop system of copper-to-copper and copper-to-steel connections while nitrogen purging.

Miller Electric Unveils the Reimagined Dynasty® TIG Welder

The TIG welder synonymous with precision has been reimagined for operators’ pursuit of perfection.

Smith Metal Products Receives Federal Firearms License

Smith Metal Products advanced “bridge to MIM” molded parts capability is supported by 3D Binder Jet Metal Printing capability.

Star Cutter Continues Commitment to Alpena Community College Center for Manufacturing Excellence

Star Cutter Company will support Alpena Community College’s manufacturing programs through increased monetary and equipment donations.

New Series of Accurate, Cost Effective, Handheld Industrial Videoscopes

Titan Tool Supply’s TVM series of videoscopes provides speedy remote visual inspection and diagnostic capabilities across a variety of applications.

Toyota Material Handling, Cornell Engineering Partner on Forklift Learning Studio

Partnership aims to fundamentally change the learning experience by connecting theory and application.

Sapphire XC 1MZ to Enable Large-format Metal 3D Printing

Velo3D’s new 1-meter Sapphire XC has a build plate that is larger in both width and height and will begin shipping in late Q3.

New Boring Tools Deliver Precision, Flexibility and High-surface Quality

Walter’s new vibration-free tools provide finish machining of precise bores (IT6–IT8) up to 6 × D, with high surface quality.

ANCA Selects well known machining expert and influencer, John Saunders, as One of This Year’s Tool of the Year Judges

“It’s an honor to be part of this competition and I hope it can help raise awareness about the benefits of a well-designed and executed cutting tool.” John Saunders, ANCA Tool of the Year Judge

Pulsed Arc Welding Solutions for Coil Termination

AMADA Weld Tech designs and builds items in-house, from equipment for small-scale manual production to fully automated systems.

New SIGMA® LS Laser Micromachining Subsystem

AMADA Weld Tech’s femtosecond laser-integrated module is designed for processing versatility. Its small form factor and integration-ready design makes the SIGMA LS the perfect choice for machine builders and system integrators, as well as contract manufacturers, job shops, and R&D laboratories.

Mastercam Training Courses Offered By camInstructor in Online and Hybrid Formats

All courses include step-by-step instructions and coordinating videos so that each step is demonstrated for all types of learners.

Dapra Milling Solutions Adds Onik to the Team

Onik will focus on the deployment and management of the Dapra go-to-market sales strategy in the Midwest, Great Plains and Mountain regions.

J.M. Grisley Machine Tools is a New EDM and Milling Dealer for MC Machinery

The company is a full-service machine tool distributor covering Utah, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and Colorado.

The new ATRO is a Highly Modular, Fully Customizable Industrial Robot

Beckhoff’s Automation Technology for Robotics (ATRO) is a compact, multi-axis system that supports rapid robot assembly and programming.

New Current Transformer from Beckhoff Increases System Efficiency and Uptime

With greater differential current measurement, the SCT5564 device provides a universal current-sensitive ring-type current transformer.

Custom Pneumatic Conveyors for Unique Applications

EXAIR will work in collaboration with the customer to fabricate the best possible Line Vac solution for easy and efficient conveyance.

The New Frontier® 400X Pipe Model Added to Lincoln Electric’s Lineup

Next-gen diesel engine driven welder/generator delivers the ‘do-it-all’ machine for pipeline welding.

New Intelligent Positioner for Assembly, Arc Welding, and Post-weld Finishing

Pemamek’s new Skyhook Pro Intelligent Positioners require virtually no installation, requiring just a few fasteners and cables.

United Performance Metals Opens AM Solutions Center in Ohio

The new facility builds on the company’s history of providing specialty solutions and services to innovative companies.

New Insert Targets Stainless and Heat Resistant Super Alloy Materials

Allied Machine & Engineering releases the T-A Pro M geometry insert, an expansion of the T-A Pro high-penetration drilling system.

BLM Group Appoints Morrison as Northwest States Regional Sales Manager

Zachary Morrison is responsible for developing sales and customer relations in Idaho, Oregon and Washington

Knee Pads for Heavy- and Light-duty Work Help Protect Against Injury

The knee pads are ideal for working while kneeling on the ground or on hard surfaces and for impact protection in every industry.

Evident Releases new Objectives for OEM Integrators and Olympus Industrial Microscopes

Next-generation OEM objectives enable engineers to develop the scientific instruments of tomorrow.

July 25-29: Exact Metrology to Exhibit at Coordinate Metrology Society Conference

Leader in 3D scanning joins master metrology users at this unique event with their sister division, OASIS Alignment Services.

Lincoln Electric Launches New ADV Series Welding Helmets

New VIKING™ 2450 ADV series welding helmets boasts new cutting-edge features to improve productivity, enhance safety and expand versatility.

Thirty-two Page White Paper from STLE Discusses What’s Next for EVs

Tribology and Lubrication for E-Mobility: Findings from the Inaugural STLE Conference on Electric Vehicles is a white paper on the advancements and the future of EVs.

Miller Unveils the Reimagined Dynasty® TIG Welder

The TIG welder synonymous with precision has been reimagined for operators’ pursuit of perfection

New Headquarters for FANUC Mexico in Aguascalientes

Fanuc’s grand opening and technology open house at its new robotics and automation headquarters in Aguascalientes, Mexico is scheduled to happen on Thursday, July 14 2022.

Siemens Live Webinar: TIA Portal Guided Tour: Thursday, July 14th @ 2:00EST

Industry 4.0 is here with digital manufacturing solutions powering the future of smart factories through custom automation simulation, virtual commissioning, data analytics, Industrial Edge and the cloud.

Efficient Laser Drilling for Aerospace and Gas Industry

DMG MORI’s new LASERTEC 100/160 PowerDrill offers maximum work envelope size in a small footprint for producing turbine components such as guide vanes, blades and combustors.

Supreme Orbit Thread Milling Cutter Features new DeVibe Anti-vibration Technology

Armed with patent pending DeVibe anti-vibration technology, Walter’s new thread mill tackles the toughest challenges.

New Chip Breaker for Machining Aluminum

WIDIA adds an AL Geometry ISO turning insert, which is a universal solution for medium to finish turning applications on aluminum and other materials.

Small & Medium-Sized Enterprises can Achieve Perfect Weld Seams 24/7

The CWC-S cobot welding cell assists in achieving consistent welding quality, even with batches of just one unit.

New Internal Spline Tool for Aerospace Applications

Guill Tool’s new tool was splined by the EDM department and completed milling on a Bridgeport milling machine.

New VRTEX® 360 Compact Virtual Reality Trainer from Lincoln Electric

Lincoln Electric expands its VR technology with a tabletop welding simulator that delivers eco-friendly welding training on a smaller footprint.

SPECTRO Announces Next-Generation Material Control Analysis

The 10th generation SPECTROMAXx — the LMX10 —includes new advancements such as completely new factory calibrations.

GibbsCAM to Showcase GibbsCAM 2023’s Newest Features at IMTS

GibbsCAM software programs, simulates, and controls any CNC machine—from 2D to 5-axis milling, turning, multi-task machining (MTM), and wire-EDM.

Manufacturer of Hypertherm Plasma and OMAX Waterjet Products is Now Hypertherm Associates

The name change more accurately reflects the company’s evolution to a multi-technology provider of industrial cutting solutions.

New Service Established to Rebuild Tool Holders Throughout North America

By investing and bringing this capability to the United States, INDEX expects to cut lead times for rebuilds by 50-to-70 percent.

New Line of Tapered Carbide End Mills for NPT/NPTF Pipe Threads is Available

The solution from EMUGE-FRANKEN USA saves costs and eliminates the need for multiple sizes of taper reamers.

NIMS to Present Smart Training Solutions for Employers and Educators at IMTS

The National Institute of Metalworking Skills will present new OJT training solutions in the Smartforce Student Summit in booth 215618.

METALFORM EDU Online Training Platform Adds 15 New Courses

PMA’s course additions bring the online offerings to more than 700, reinforcing its commitment to training a high-caliber workforce.

Steel Fabricator Expands North American Operations with Addition of Alabama Plant

O’Neal Manufacturing Services has opened a 130,000-square-foot custom steel fab center and plans to invest $4 million and create 80 new jobs.

Extended-Reach Robot Compliments Versatile Yaskawa Motoman’s GP-Series Line

The 6-axis GP70L features a 2,732 mm horizontal reach, 4,715 mm vertical reach, a 0.05 mm repeatability, as well as a 70 kg payload.

Kassow Robots Partners with BlueBay Automation

The developer of 7-axis cobots expands its reach by partnering with the Nashville-based industrial automation solutions provider.

New Lightweight High-visibility Pullover Hoodies from Pyramex

The hoodie is made from a polyester and spandex blend with moisture-wicking capabilities, keeping workers cool while working outdoors.

Dual Force Precision Multi-function Vises Lighter than Other Machine Vises

Palmgren’s dual force precision multi-function vises are ideal for use in production parts where datums, flatness and parallelism is important.

Henninger’s Machining Center Spindle Speeder Products Available in North America

The speed increasers maximize productivity by achieving a higher spindle RPM that is required for certain applications in today’s markets.

Verisurf and Open X Talent Develop Advanced Courses for Metrology Applications

Via Open X’s online platform, courses will focus on CMM programming, measurement, inspection, quality reporting, and reverse engineering.

New Profile Milling Cutter Delivers Precision and Tool Life

Walter Tools now offers the Xtra·tec® XT M5460, which offers precise, cost-effective machining and superior surface finishes.

New Weld Monitoring Software Offers More User-friendly Interface

Xiris Automation’s Xiris WeldStudio™ 3 and WeldStudio™ 3 Pro offer solutions such as permissions system and recipe management.

All-New 20kg Industrial Cobot Added to Universal Robots’ Portfolio

The UR20 features an entirely new joint design that allows for even faster cycle times as well as the ability to handle heavier loads.

Predictive Maintenance: AI Servo Monitor Tracks Machine Health Data

FANUC’s AI Servo Monitor, in conjunction with MT-LINKi through machine learning, analyzes the daily performance of machines equipped with FANUC CNCs.

Equipment Finance Company CCG Closes $420,650,000 Term ABS

The financing supports the securitization of CCG’s customer equipment finance originations in manufacturing and other industries.

Bull Moose Tube Selects an Ascent Press from Beckwood Press Co.

The new 100-ton press features a 4-point gib guidance system to maintain parallelism throughout the stroke as well as an 18” x 24” working area.

Automate Exceeds Expectations: Draws Largest Number of Attendees and Exhibitors

The show’s organizer expects next year to be even bigger with nearly three-quarters of an expanded show floor already booked.

CD-V Series Welding Power Supplies Available from AMADA Weld Tech

The CD-V series includes built-in peak current indication for immediate weld fire confirmation; the TL-V weld heads complement the new power supplies.

Sustainable Metal Cutting for People, Planet and Profit

As the demand for metal demand increases, so too will expectations on how metals are sourced, produced and used in manufacturing.

Machine Tool Manufacturer EMCO Celebrates Its 75th Anniversary

Always focused on the future and taking into account going back 75 years of history, EMCO has good reason to be proud of their achievements.

New Welding Cobot to be Introduced in September at IMTS 2022 in Chicago

New welding cobot, the FastARC CX1000 from Acieta, alleviates labor challenges and provides consistent weld quality.

An Effective Equipment Maintenance Strategy

The why and the how of corrective maintenance; it is proving critical even in the age of advanced technology.

Connie King Named Director of Workforce Development for PMA

King will manage the overall strategic direction of PMA’s workforce development, including enhancing the METALFORM EDU online training platform.

Reshoring Initiative Finds 1.3 Million Jobs Returned to the United States Since 2010

For the second year in a row reshoring exceeded FDI by 100%, in contrast to 2014 through 2019 when FDI exceeded reshoring.

New Application Offers Fully Automated Tool Calibration for Industrial Robots

RoboDK’s TwinTool improves a tool’s accuracy in a wide variety of manufacturing applications.

Affordable, Diverse Whole-Plant Remote Monitoring is Here

A variety of sensors can be hardwired directly to the SENSERT™ base unit or wirelessly connected via the SENSERT online capability.

Unison Tube Brings Affordable, Ultra-Precise Pipe Bending to Morse Hydraulics

Morse wanted to conduct pipe bending in house and reduce the levels of bent pipe fittings that outsourced production meant holding stock.

Extremely Compact ArcWorld Workcells Integrate Robotics into Weld Processes

Each solution from Yaskawa Motoman is designed for optimizing small- to medium-size part production for medium volume fabrication.

Cover More Turning Applications with Kennametal’s GUP-V Geometry

The new Beyond™ Evolution™ profiling geometry enhances the capability of the best-selling grooving & cut-off platform.

Promising order intake at EMCO

The new business year started with a high order backlog. In 2022, machine tool manufacturer EMCO will celebrate its 75th anniversary.

Bluco Named one of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For

For the second year in a row, Bluco is recognized by the National Association for Business Resources as a leader in Chicagoland.

High-precision and Low-maintenance Actuator for Heavy Loads

Bosch Rexroth adds EMC-HP series for loads of up to 100 kN to its range of EMCs.

Innovative Aluminum Pneumatic Tubing for Welding Cells

PM aluminum tubing can be located closer to the welding process than laminated tubing, creating a more efficient pneumatic setup.

Reduce Maintenance Costs with Advanced Pipe Freezing Technology

Techniques involving the use of liquid carbon dioxide or nitrogen have now extended the potential to pipes up to 35” diameter and beyond.

High Performance Welding with Greater Efficiency

Synchronized welding with two individually controllable arcs is easier with the TPS/iTWIN systems and the PMC TWIN and CMT TWIN welding processes.

14-inch Cold Saw Consistently Delivers Precise Smooth Cuts

The Palmgren saw features an advanced gear box design utilizing taper roller bearings, hardened and ground steel gears with a high-quality bronze worm gear in an oil bath.

Tooling Technology Announces Online Store for Segen Quick Change System

The store features a full catalog of Segen quick-change cylinder locks, knobs and fasteners suited for clamping and workholding in many industries.

West Ohio Tool Now Offers CBN-tipped Tools

CBN-tipped tools boost cutting efficiency and extend tool life for those machining ferrous metals, hardened steels and superalloys.

Sean Duffy Named Regional Sales Manager for BLM Group

Dufffy will head the Northeast Region, responsible for sales development and customer relations.

Stainless Steel Canopy Hoods Available in Wall or Island Models

HEMCO Corp.’s canopy hoods are fabricated of 16-gauge type 304 stainless steel with #4 satin finish.

Ryan Evans Named President of The Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers

Evans will serve as the principal executive officer of the society and as chairman of its board of directors.

New MTE Milling Machine Head Provides Advanced Manufacturing Functionality

The 45º Huron-type head provides precision cutting to a tolerance of 0.001º001º and is available for MTE bed-type and floor-type milling machines.

Cosen Saws’ Industry Leading Customer Support

Cosen Saws of Charlotte, North Carolina delivers excellent service with a reliable network of technicians throughout North America.

Research Building Bridges for Seco Customers

At Lund University, Rachid M’Saoubi (Senior Research & Development (R&D) Expert) is helping Seco and its customers stay competitive and thrive by building bridges between the academic world and the real world.

New Millermatic 355 MIG Welder Supports a Variety of Materials

Miller Electric Mfg.’s easy to use machine allows operators to weld a variety of materials in many work environments.

ABB to Exhibit Its Latest Robotic Innovations at Automate 2022

Exhibit to include versatile industrial and collaborative robots, software advancements and sophisticated robot controllers.

Justin Bancs Joins American Torch Tip Co.

Bancs rejoins American Torch Tip as the inside sales manager; he was formerly a sales manager for a leading e-commerce retailer.

Platinum Tooling Technologies Now Importing QUICK Tools from Hommel & Keller

QUICK knurling and marking tools are used in various industries including medical, aerospace, automotive and fitness.

Universal Automation Program Enables Next-generation Automation

Schneider Electric’s Universal Automation Discovery Packs enable next-gen automation and addresses the barrier of single vendor lock-in.

Flexible Pallet Container for Simple Automation of Milling Machines

The Fastems FPC 8 offers improved space efficiency and better-than-ever ergonomics for operators working on either the hardware or software side.

Portable Cobot Inspection System Introduced at Control Show in Germany

The portable cobot-based 3D scanning and measurement solution is a partnership of IBS Quality GmbH and Verisurf Software, Inc.

PressFit Encoders for Small Motors Support Automated Assembly

PressFit rotary encoders from HEIDENHAIN provide solution for incorporating automated mounting for feedback devices.

CDH Custom Roll Form Adds Manufacturing Capacity in Warren, Ohio

CDH’s Warren facility offers state-of-the-art roll-forming technology, as well as stamping and slitting capabilities.

SmartCut Gloves: Smooth as Glass, Strong as Brass

Brass Knuckle SmartCut BKCR404 gloves are strong and grippy for tough applications that require a tender touch.

DP-Fast for Even Better Weld Seams from SKS Welding Systems

SKS’s findings resulted in a fast cyclic parameter change in the welding process, which offers further potential for process optimization.

New Copy Turning System Delivers Stability, Accuracy and Cost Efficiency

Walter’s new copy turning system for internal machining boosts tool life, cuts tooling costs, and can increase indexing accuracy by 50%.

Two New Members Appointed to Sandvik Coromant’s Management Team

Michael Eneberg and Nicolas Dellachiesa to join as head of global sales and head of merger and acquisitions, respectively.

Manual Push Stackers Satisfy a Wide Range of Lifting and Transporting Needs

Presto Lifts are lightweight and compact and come equipped with a foot-operated floor lock and a safety shield on the mast, among other features.

Wheels for Ergonomic and AGV Applications Deliver More Pushing and Staying Power

The UltraGlide design change simulates the cushioning benefits of a thicker, softer tread, but provides the same durability of conventional wheels.

Eliminate Product Damage in Transport with Automated Orbital Wrapping Machine

A new TAB Industries stretch wrapper has saved Oregon metal finisher nearly $24,000 in direct costs annually, while also eliminating rework.

New Group Communication and Hearing Protection Headset Solution

SRS Tactical partners with Cardo Crew and introduces revolutionary smart hearing protection device to the North American market.

Total Chip Solution Reduces Volumes up to 90 Percent; Increases Recycle Value

Jorgensen now serves manufacturers as a single source for total metalworking chip and coolant processing systems.

Albert Otto Named Regional Sales Manager for Lantek USA

Lantek’s significant investments in R&D to develop innovative cloud-based solutions for the sheet metal industry attracted Otto to the role.

New Powerful Magnetic Drill Unit with Automatic Feed for Maximum Consistency

WALTER Surface Technologies’ new ICECUT 250 AUTO is ideal for a range of large volume drilling operations in metal fabrication.

168 Manufacturing Debuts Its Automated Coolant Delivery System at IMTS 2022

The FullShop Automated Coolant Management System monitors and replenishes all CNC machine sumps with optimized top-off ratios before the coolant runs low.

Persistent in Every Respect

The Vecoplan product portfolio comprises a range of machines and systems for different preparation processes. This makes it possible to cater to a broad range of industries, applications and companies

Seco Supports Medical Innovation With Virtual Event and Exclusive Content

Seco and its technical partners will host the company’s second Medical Inspiration Through Innovation (ITI) virtual event on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 in German and on Wednesday, June 22, 2022 in English and Mandarin.

Key Interviews, Highlights from Automate 2022 Show to Stream Over Social Media June 6-9

A new element to North America’s largest automation tradeshow and conference enables more to benefit from the latest innovations and best practices.

Parker Hannifin’s New Innovative Baghouse Filter for Extreme Heat Applications

The pleated filter eliminates the need for bags and cages, significantly decreasing installation and removal costs.

Workwear Glasses by Pyramex Offer Style, Safety and Functionality

Both the Cayce and Ironside safety glasses provide 99% protection from UV rays and meet ANSI Z87 safety standards for high impact protection.

Augmented Reality Unit Easily Retrofits Into Existing Stereo Microscopes

Evident’s SZX-AR1 allows an assembler to work without removing their eyes from the oculars or memorizing complex directions.

Tyler Sloan Is New Regional Sales Manager for Coe Press Equipment

Sloan will work with the COE Mexico service office and with COE distributors within his territory, keeping them appraised of new equipment and service offerings.

Beckwood Press Co. Will Engineer and Build a Triform 16-15-7DD for MuShield

Triform can store 10,000 part recipes with full control of optimal forming pressures and desired positions throughout the draw.

Universal Robots and Mobile Industrial Robots Break Ground on Joint Headquarters

When finished in 2024, the Odense, Denmark-based facility will be the world’s largest cobot and autonomous mobile robot hub.

Zeller+Gmelin’s Zubora 77 Product Line: Skin-friendly Lubricant for Machining

With a growing portfolio of boric acid-free cooling lubricant alternatives, Zeller+Gmelin is committed to health protection and sustainability.

Manufacturing Technology Orders Record Strongest Q1 in More Than Two Decades

The manufacturing sector continues to invest in machinery despite economic uncertainties and risks; records orders of $552.3 million in March.

New Brand-Agnostic Workflow Software Available for Robotic, Welding and Cutting Operations

ESAB’s cloud-based software portfolio, InduSuite, offers three key benefits for mixed fleet customers.

Three Powerful Technology Packages for Motion Control and Workpiece Quality

Siemens’ SINUMERIK ONE Dynamics packages increase CNC machine users’ efficiency when programming and executing CAM-generated programs.

Cut longer with Kennametal’s KCK20B™ and KCKP10™ indexable milling grades

New grades offer higher wear resistance and longer tool life, increasing productivity in cast iron and compacted graphite cast iron machining.

Absolute Machine Tools to Co-Exhibit with Mitsubishi Electric Automation at Automate

The companies will co-exhibit the LoadMate Plus Machine Tending Robotics Cell in booth #1023 at the Automate Show in June.

Shannon Mason Named BLM Group’s Western Regional Sales Manager

Mason will be responsible for developing sales and customer relations in California and Nevada.

Ethan Mueller Named to Products Finishing’s Prestigious 40 Under 40 Award Program

The program identifies emerging leaders in the surface finishing industry; many critical clean manufacturers rely on Mueller’s expertise.

Messer to Show Sustainable Solution for Powder Metal Sintering at PowderMet

Gas and technology innovator will highlight a delubing solution that increases production and reduces energy costs and emissions.

New Cermet Turning Insert Can Double Tool Life and Ensures Accuracy

Walter USA LLC’s Cermet WEP10C delivers wear-resistance thanks to cermet substrate and multilayer coating.

Revolutionary Machine Vision Training with Artificial Intelligence

With the Siemens Digital Industries Software’s SynthAI™ service, machine vision specialists do not need to use complex processes to generate data.

Multi-Metal Corrosion Protection Even in Aggressive Outdoor Conditions

Metal parts packaged in Cortec’s VpCI-126 HP UV Shrink Film receive continuous protection against salt air and humid environments, among other factors.

LMT Fette’s Precision Tools Bring Ideas to Life Using ANCA’s iGrind Software

As a leader in gear cutting and rolling tools, LMT Fette matches machine and software performance with production goals with its ANCA machines.

How Advances in Aluminum Component Machining Support the Shift to EVs

Commentary from Sandvik Coromant notes how selecting tools made from advanced materials better assists in machining aluminum.

Jim Perry Named Key Account Technical Applications Engineer at Star SU

Perry will provide application support to the Southeast and Great Lakes regional sales teams, focusing on PCD Round Tool products.

Absolute Machine Tools Adds Vertical Mill/Turn Center to Its Lineup

The company now offers the You Ji VMT series vertical mill/turn centers for large vertical turning applications.

Real-Time Loading Status Better Control Detention and Demurrage Costs by Helping Material Handlers Prioritize Dock Positions

The Dock Timer lets logistics personnel take control of each dock position by monitoring the total duration of loading activities.

New Conduit Conductor for Aerospace Applications

Guill now offers its substantial machine shop capabilities as an independent service to customers in aerospace manufacturing. Products are made to customer specification. Guill Tool’s conduit conductor, made of Monel 400, measures 5.25” outer diameter x 3.625” overalllength.

Seco Green Fund Achieves Sustainability Goals for Over a Decade

To ensure their contribution to reducing climate change and negative environmental impact, Seco Tools launched the Green Investment Fund.

New Foundry Abrasives from Weiler Abrasives Improve Safety and Productivity

Weiler’s Tiger® abrasives line addresses a range of foundry cleaning room grinding applications, which decreases cycle time, among other benefits.

Sumitomo Drive Technologies Selects Seegrid’s Mobile Automation Solutions

AMR provider delivers reliable material flow with rapid ROI for the automotive component manufacturer’s expanding facilities.

Shark Taps by Dormer are Color Coded to Ensure True Efficiencies in Tapping

Unique powder metallurgy tool steel allows taps to perform at higher cutting temperatures, providing excellent performance and longer tool life.

New Pneumatic Hand Chamfering Tool Removes Burrs Easily, Creates Uniform Edge

With the KBC Tools & Machinery Pneumatic Hand Chamfering Tool metalworkers can take the edge off or put one on.

Cortec Reinforced Paper for Metals Packaging

Tough and tear resistant: Cortec®VCI reinforced paper for puncture prone metals packaging.

New Fully Automated ExactMark 210 TL Delivers Low-Cost, High-Volume Marking

Coherent’s full automation, tray-loading system, and simplified operation delivers increased throughput with reduced labor costs.

New Schools Added to Airgas’ High School Welding Education Initiative

The program offers professional development training or continuing education for welding teachers, consumables or equipment and safety PPE.

Palmgren’s CNC Carbide Cold Saws Provide Intricate and Precise Fast Cuts

The carbide cold saws can cut more parts per hour as well as more parts per blade than any other standard saw available.

Okuma Releases 5-Axis Buyer’s Guide

Guide outlines considerations for 5-axis machining centers such as what characteristics to look for, operator controls, software and more.

Ingersoll Rand Offers the New 5100 Series Random Orbital Sander

The sander is available with either a 3/16” orbit ideal for heavy material removal or a 3/32” orbit for finer finishes.

American Torch Tip Co. Welcomes Frank Laberi to Sales Team

Laberi will focus on process optimization of both robotic and semi-automatic MIG welding products and applications.

New SINAMICS G120XE Enclosed Drive System Available for a Variety of Industries

The NEMA 1 enclosed drive system by Siemens is listed to UL508A and offered as wall-mounted or free-standing enclosures.

Kawasaki Robotics’ New Website Built with Enhanced Usability

New features include a Robot Hub to showcase content including case studies, blogs and articles, among other sections.

L&L Special Furnace Co. Ships XLE 244 to Leading Valve Manufacturer

High-uniformity box furnace shipped to a worldwide, leading valve manufacturer located in the southeastern United States.

Smart Finishes: Surface Preparation and Finishing

Thanks to advancements, the steps involved in surface prep and finishing processes are fewer, and products are more versatile and safer.

Live Webinar on April 21: “Improving OEE through Real-Time Data Visualization”

Bruce Watkins, president and general manager of Karl Storz Endovision, to share experiences with continuous improvement driven by real-time data and insights.

Karl Weiler Receives Lifetime Achievement Award from Industrial Supply Assn.

Weiler, former president of Weiler Abrasives, received the award that recognizes individuals for long-standing service in the MROP channel.

EXPERIENCE TECH Aerospace Event, May 11-12: Hosted by Mazak and Sandvik

View live demos and take the opportunity to check out the best in multitasking, and DONE IN ONE® operations that reduce production lead times.

Helios Introduces the 90-W Configuration of the Hera 90 Gear Hobbing Machine

The Hera 90-W’s hobbing length covers nearly the max loadable part length, which eases the hobbing of long shaft parts with gears on opposite ends.

7-axis Cobot Extends Reach and Payloads for U.S. Companies

The Kassow Robots 1018 is well suited for industrial applications, including machine tending, assembly, quality assurance, palletizing and pick-and-place tasks.

Genesee Global Passes 20-year Mark with Global Shop Solutions’ ERP Software

Rochester, N.Y.-based manufacturer’s services include machining, metal fabrication, specialty welding, surface preparation and painting.

ESAB Corporation is Now an Independent, Publicly Traded Company

ESAB Separates from Enovis Corporation and is now under the NYSE Symbol “ESAB”; ESAB also announced its new purpose and values.

Sandvik Coromant Canada Appoints Magalie Jackson as Cluster Manager

Jackson will be accountable for driving and executing all aspects of sales performance through both direct and indirect sales channels.

Olympus’ Scientific Solutions Business Splits from Global Med Tech Company

The newly established wholly owned subsidiary, Evident, headquartered in Japan, will operate independently under the Olympus umbrella.

“Metal America” is New YouTube Series from the American Welding Society

From roller coaster fabrication to automated welding robots, each episode follows Stephanie Hoffman as she visits fabricators across the country.

DESTACO Updates 800 Series Manual Clamps

Updates are designed to improve service life, lower maintenance requirements and optimize overall product performance.

Jorgensen’s New FlexFiltration Line Delivers Simplicity and Value

The systems feature pre-engineered modules that ensure fast, easy and flexible filtration system configurations.

Hypertherm to Exhibit Robotmaster at Automate 2022 in June

Robotmaster maximizes productivity with efficient robot programming for applications such as cutting, trimming, milling, welding and more.

Smart Tool Calibration Technology for Beveling

United Precision Services offers Auto Calibration Tool Geometry technology developed by MircoStep, which compensates for inaccuracies.

FABTECH Canada to be Held in June in Toronto

Walk the 80,000-square-foot show floor featuring more than 300 exhibitors from every facet of the industry.

Applications Open for $1.25 Million Harbor Freight Tools for Schools

Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence will award cash prizes to 20 of the best U.S. public high school skilled trades teachers and their programs.

Verisurf Software 2022 Release Includes MBD for Polygonal Meshes

Verisurf 2022 supports Model-Based Definition (MBD) for polygonal meshes, enabling users to create and inspect using intelligent meshes.

COE Press Equipment Adds Regional Service Technicians; Expands Network

The hubs are run by a regional service technician with access to custom-designed service vans stocked with tools and replacement components.

New Brass Knuckle Catalog Makes Product Specifying Easier

The catalog, which is also available online, features gear that stands up to the biggest challenges while maintaining ultimate wearability and style.

Ideal Warehouse Innovations Launches new Ground Trailer Support System

The Ground Mounted Trailer Support is a hands-free, trailer support system that can be deployed/retracted with the push of a button.

KYZEN’s Tech2Tech Website Features Improved On-demand and Search Features

Each session concentrates on a specific cleaning challenge and specific industry that KYZEN serves globally, including metal finishing.

Rob Paige is a New Technical Sales Rep for Springer Industrial

Paige will work with sales and customer service for Springer, which provides complete finishing systems, equipment and supplies.

Rocklin Manufacturing’s Turnkey Automation Solution for Hard Surface Coating

The solution is part of Rocklin’s Rocklinizer® carbide application equipment line, Rocklinizer® Automation.

Brass Fitting For Aerospace Application From Guill

The brass fitting, which is made of C706 copper nickel alloy, is turned on a CNC lathe and milled on a 5-axis milling machine.

Cosen Saws’ Solution for Cutting Aluminum

Cosen Saws provides modern, flexible solutions to sawing aluminum.

When your operators were born in the ‘90s, your measuring machines have to be like smartphones.

Many of our operators were born in the ‘90s so our measuring machines have to be like smartphones.

2022 Buyer’s Guide & Product Showcase

Welcome to your year-round, go-to purchasing resource. This issue is designed to assist you in researching, planning, and executing successful strategic investments.

Smart Safety Strategies

Advances in safety equipment prevent accidents and ensure your employees remain healthy and ready to work.

Tooling and Workholding Solutions Offer Versatility and Reductions in Costs

Handle the toughest applications and cut down on the number of changes thanks to advances in tool life.

Achieve Consistent Welding Output, Repeatable Processes and Precision Welds

Achieve Consistent Welding Output, Repeatable Processes and Precision Welds

New Norton Abrasive Program Solves Unique Grinding and Finishing Challenges

The industry’s most comprehensive robotic automation cell anchors Norton’s new Abrasive Process Solutions (APS) Program.

Arnold’s New Flow-Hole Forming Screw Extends Application Scope

With the regular Flowform, the maximum limit for joining 1.5 mm thick steel sheet metal was 600 MPa, with Flowform Plus it is 1,000 MPa.

AIDA Servo Presses Help Small Parts, Inc. Achieve Increased Strokes and Uptime

With the new servo presses Small Parts, Inc. reduces scrap, increases die life, and improves part quality, among other benefits.

Hamar Laser Introduces New 5-Axis Targets and Fixtures for L-702SP Laser

5-axis multipurpose target and mounting fixtures transform the laser into an even more capable and versatile laser alignment system.

Next Generation of TNL12 Sliding-Headstock CNC Lathe Now Available

The new machine provides a strong value for medical manufacturers responsible for

producing implants, bone screws and more.

Helios Gear Products to Hold “Gear School” In Person

Fundamentals of Parallel Axis Gear Manufacturing, to be held May 17-19, will offer a review of the basics of gear production.

Cleveland Vibrator Expands with Acquisition of Fastfeed

Company increases value as a single-source provider of vibratory solutions for flow and processing challenges with bulk material and parts.

Walter’s Face, Shoulder and Slot Drill Milling Cutters Reduce Cutting Forces

Walter introduces new suite of products for machining aluminum, Al-Si alloys, magnesium and magnesium alloys.

Seco Tool’s Machine Monitoring Maximizes Manufacturing Efficiency

Software monitors production data on a continuous basis to build a full picture of what happens on a manufacturer’s shop floor and beyond.

ESAB Launches Demo Box Program for Its Heavy Industrial Welding Systems

Demo Box contains everything needed to start welding: power source, feeder, wire, cables, guns, PPE and extra contact tips.

EXAIR.com Adds Improved ADA Compliance Features

By addressing impairments with these specific web tools, the website is first in the industry to provide ADA compliant tools.

Star SU Forms Alliance with Profilator to Manufacture Scudding® Tools

Scudding is fast beginning to compete in shaping, broaching and other gear-cutting applications for gears and splines.

Unison Ltd. Signs Exclusive Distributor Agreement with Phillips Corporation – Federal Division

Phillips Federal is the principal service provider and manufacturing partner to the U.S. federal government.

Hypertherm Suspends Business in Russia

Hypertherm has made the decision to suspend all business activity in Russia until further notice.

Exact Metrology Now Offers the 2022 Artec Leo from Artec 3D

The new NVIDIA Jetson TX2 processor runs at more than twice the power of its predecessor, while consuming less than 7.5 watts.

Make Educated Choices Regarding VCI Paper vs. VCI Film for Metals

There is not necessarily one right choice; much of the decision depends on customer preferences and application needs.

Tool Alliance Celebrates 50 Years in Business

Cutting tool manufacturer has built an enviable reputation for the quality and durability of its solid carbide and indexable carbide cutting tools.

WITT Gas Mixers: Using Hydrogen Safely and Efficiently

Gas mixers specially designed for hydrogen mixtures enable users to operate their processes particularly economically and safely.

HEIDENHAIN Announces Education Support Program for Manufacturing

The company will offer a collection of educational services and products to meet the demands for today’s digitization of data in NC metalworking.

Chevalier’s Newly Designed SMART-IV Grinders with Next-gen SMART iControl

Meeting market demands for multiple industries is easy with Chevalier’s newly designed SMART-IV grinders with next-gen SMART iControl.

CO2 Laser Lenses for Engraving Instruments Are Now Available

Laser Research Optics offers line of OEM compatible CO2 lenses for precision engraving and marking lasers.

Sandvik Coromant Appoints Head of Sustainable Business

Camilla Nevstad Bruzelius will lead the organization’s sustainability strategy, covering operations as well as the company offering and customer operations.

Siemens New SINUMERIK CNC is a Digital Native Machine Tool Control

Mapping the development process with SINUMERIK ONE reduces product development and time-to-market. SINUMERIK ONE marks the beginning of a new era. The CNC system is revolutionizing everything that has existed so far. All it takes is a small spark to set great things in motion. Maximize your productivity, innovate faster, excite digitalization, and discover a new way of thinking.

The Palmgren Max Drill Press Guard

The telescopic action of the Max Drill Press Guard collapses as the drill penetrates the workpiece, and returns to the extended position when the spindle is raised.

New Catalog Available from Platinum Tooling Technologies

The new catalog offers an updated look and features the company’s high quality machine tool accessory lines.

New Rocker Arm Spot Welders

(Warrensville Heights, OH) – Weld Systems Integrators (WSI) is pleased to introduce our NEW WSI Series Rocker Arm Spot Welder. WSI rocker welders may include many standard and optional features and WSI-recommended upgrades, including:  kVA: 30, 50, 75, 100, 150…

Harris Products Group Offers Guide as Helium Shortage Intensifies with Russia Sanctions

Russia has one of the world’s largest supplies of this gas, and with sanctions in place, experts say helium will be hard to obtain.

MagicCleaner: Clean Stainless Steel TIG Welds and Surfaces to Perfection

The newest generation of Fronius MagicCleaner is now available in two models.

Limbitless Solutions Provides Hope One Limb at a Time

Florida company grows prosthetics business, increases in-house manufacturing with Tormach CNC mills and lathe.

Palmgren’s Ratcheting Arbor Press

The press offers more clearance over the table to press large items.

Let Hoist & Winch Lift the Burden

Hoist & Winch expertly advises customers on the most suitable equipment for their lifting requirements.

Mahr’s New Millimar® C 1202 Compact Amplifier

Product is a full feature, configurable, low-cost, digital length evaluation amplifier for high precision measurements in inspection or production environments.

OptiMAX Cutting System is the Next Generation of Waterjets

OMAX now offers the OptiMAX, its most advanced waterjet.

Reduce Tooling Inventory Costs with Versatile Seco Milling Cutters

Square shoulder and helical milling cutters provide high material removal rates.

New Walter Solid Drill Delivers Increased Performance in Difficult to Machine Materials

(Waukesha, WI) Walter has introduced the DC175 Supreme solid carbide drill with precision cooling, designed for machining ISO M (stainless steel) and S (super alloys) materials. This Walter drill uses a uniquely designed exit hole strategy to increased volume of…

Registration Open for Blodgett Seminars for Structural Steel Connections

(Cleveland, OH) – Lincoln Electric has added a new component to its annual lineup of Blodgett Design Seminars. Its Design of Welded Connections: Steel Structures seminar will now take a closer look at AWS D1.5 standards in addition to the…

Lightweight Electric Vehicle Tooling Solution from Kennametal

Award-winning 3D printed stator bore tool weighs 7 kg.

Eriez® Burn Table Full Coverage Lift Magnet Systems are Customer-Proven

Full coverage lift magnets quadruple burn table output.

Beckwood Press Co. Expands Leadership Group

Company adds engineering manager and supply chain manager.

Next Generation of CoroDrill® 860 for ISO P Material

Drilling steel just got faster and more efficient.

L&L Special Furnace Co. Ships Large Car Bottom Furnace

L&L Special Furnace Co., Inc., has shipped a large gas-fired normalizing furnace to a worldwide manufacturer of pipe, tube and fittings used for various military contracts. The furnace was scheduled for delivery at the end of Q4 2021 and ran…

Olympus’ 72DL PLUS™ Measures Thin Layers at High Speed

The gauge can measure the thickness of very thin layers for challenging applications across industries.

New Standard Parts Handbook Available from J.W. Winco

J.W. Winco Inc.’s handbook features more than 75,000 items and is a reference for mechanical engineers, designers and more.

New Olympus OmniScan™ X3 64-Channel Flaw Detector Delivers Improved Power and Performance

The OmniScan X3 flaw detector can process TFM images up to four times as fast as its predecessor, yet comes in the same rugged and easily transportable box.

CERATIZIT’s New Insert Grades Optimize Steel Turning

Three new standard coated-carbide ISO-P steel insert grades provide up to 20 percent longer tool life when compared to previous generation grades.

New Face Shield PAPR from Miller Electric

Face Shield PAPR enhances comfort and visibility.

Fastems LLC Appoints Nathan Turner as President

Turner will oversee Fastems’ sales, engineering, and support teams in the Americas.

The Ultimate in Anti-Fog and Full-Face Protection

(Cleveland, OH) Foul, nasty, or painful debris. Spark. Liquid sprayback. All can slow the most seasoned employee and, worse, bring the threat of occupational injury. So, what protection do workers want on their face when the situation hits the fan?…

Yaskawa’s Six-Axis GA50 Robot Offers High Path Accuracy

Robot is well-suited for laser cutting small holes and sharp corners, as well as laser welding, plasma cutting and dispensing applications.

Mark Dilling Named Director of Service for BLM Group USA

Dilling will be responsible for the development, continuous improvement, and delivery of customer service.

WALTER Surface Technologies Offers New Flap Disc

The new Type 29 ENDURO-FLEX TURBO™ is ideal for contoured and edge work applications and provides the fastest removal rate in the industry.

Video: Koike Sentinel Safety Z Quick Release Gas Couplers

Safely and quickly change equipment gas hookups with the Sentinel Safety-Z oxy-fuel quick connectors.

Hypertherm Introduces PlateSaver™ Technology

PlateSaver, a new SureCut™ technology, automatically maximizes the number of parts on a plate for more profit per plate.

STXI Introduces the stepIM NEMA 17 EtherCAT Model

With the new stepIM product you lose the cabinet and gain design flexibility in decentralized motion architecture applications.

Video: Why the QXD 250 Disc Erosion Machine Might be Your Perfect Fit

Tony Gunn from MTD CNC Global showcases the amazing features of the VOLLMER QXD 250 and why it might be your perfect fit if you’re looking to manufacture or machine PCD tools.

Surface Roughness, Texture and Tribology Class/Workshop Planned for May

In-person, 2-1/2-day class and workshop in surface texture, friction, and wear will be held in Livonia, Mich. at Michigan Metrology.

United Precision Services Offers MicroStep Dome Cutting Technology in North America

The MicroStep beveling tool station allows CNC gantry-style cutting machines to measure the true shape of 3D objects (such as a dome) and use this measurement to help guide the cutting process.

Motion Industries Launches MotionAi

Industries served include semiconductor, pharmaceutical, medical, logistics, automotive and aerospace (along with many others).

AMT: 2021 was the Best Year in Manufacturing Technology Orders

Orders of manufacturing technology surpassed $5.9 billion in 2021.

Megan Black Named Creative Marketing Assistant at MC Machinery Systems

Black will join the company’s Chicago-area headquarters.

Manuel Gonzalez Joins MicroCare

Gonzalez will focus on the eastern Mexico market.

Vastex International Introduces Low Temperature Cabinet Oven

Low-temperature infrared cabinet oven for heating, drying, curing and conditioning of bonded or coated parts.

Scytec Consulting Partners with Absolute Machine Tools

Partnership will see Scytec’s revolutionary data collection software, DataXchange, provided with CNC machines being sold by Absolute Machine Tools for maximizing machine uptime and opening the door to hidden revenue streams.

West Ohio Tool Co. Wins Small Business Honor

The developer of custom cutting tools was recognized by the Columbus Blue Jackets as the Small Business of the Month, which is presented by First Merchants Bank.

Scotchman Industries to Appear at FABTECH Mexico in May

At FABTECH Mexico 2022 Scotchman Industries will feature the latest in ironworkers, cold saws, tooling and measuring systems — complete with on-going, live equipment demonstrations throughout the show.

USA “Near Post-COVID-19” Reshoring Perspectives

JM Performance Products and The Reshoring Initiative® analyze near post-COVID-19 parameters with a trajectory focus on training, technology, supply chain, production and reshoring.

Cutting and Gear Tool Providers Enter Strategic Partnership

Star SU and Louis Bélet enter a strategic partnership to enhance each companies’ product portfolio and expand collective reach within the Americas and Europe.

Webinar: Improvement of Gear Life and Performance Presented by Nitrex Metal

The two speakers will focus on surface treatments, primarily nitriding and carburizing, bringing different perspectives and industry-specific know-how and practices to the topic.

Yaskawa Webinar February 16: Take Your Weld Inspection to the Next Level

Jeff Henderson from ABICOR BINZEL North America will take an in-depth look at automated 3D inline weld inspection technology. Learn how it works and how it can optimize your operations for greater productivity gains.

Yaskawa Webinar on Feb 23: Develop Patterns for Common Handling Tasks

Learn how the easy-to-use Smart Pattern version 1.01 – a graphical interface for the Yaskawa Smart Pendant – provides a user-friendly way to create a pattern-based handling program.

Nicolas Le Moigne Named New Sales Director at CNC Software LLC

Le Moigne is the director of sales for Europe, the Middle East and Africa for CNC Software, the developers of Mastercam.

GemaConnect®: Optimize Your Powder-Coating Process

GemaConnect provides users with full visibility and key performance indicators of their powder coating equipment, regardless of location or time.

KYZEN’s Innovative Tech 2 Tech Series Set for Re-Launch with New and Improved On-Demand Structure

Tech 2 Tech is back and better than ever! Get exclusive content that answers top questions related to the metal finishing and electronics industry delivered straight to your email. Same great content that you get to watch when you have 15 minutes to spare. Subscribe today so you don’t miss anything!

Behringer Saws, Inc. proudly welcomes new Parts Department Assistant, Erica Stout-Foster

As the leader in metal sawing equipment, Behringer brings that leadership to Morgantown with the experienced hiring of Erica Stout-Foster.

Caron Engineering’s New Signature Analysis for CNC Machining

This capability is specifically beneficial for constant surface speed cutting operations, which are difficult to monitor due to the varying spindle RPM as material is removed.

Mitsubishi Electric Automation Releases Common DC Bus Servo Drive Solution

MELSERVOJ5D servo amplifiers are ideal for medium to large servo applications that require multiple drive units capable of managing regenerative energy.

New and Improved Solutions from Niagara Cutter for Aluminum Machining

The new and improved A245/345 tooling solutions have been redesigned to reduce power consumption and improve chip evacuation in aluminum machining applications.

New PRECiV™ Software Enables Easy Capture of Precise, Repetitive 2D Images and Measurements

With robust data sharing and security features, PRECiV software makes microscopy workflows faster and more efficient.

See the Bigger Picture with Xiris’ New CellView Camera

Camera provides a wide-angle view of automated or manual welding cells to remotely monitor the welding status during set-up or while in progress to help improve the productivity of each welding cell.

Walter USA’s New Tiger·tec® Gold Inserts Handle Tough Steel Turning Applications

Tiger·tec Gold for steel is the next generation of CVD coating technology for increased tool life.

Productive Robotics Inc.’s Augmented Intelligent Co-Worker Picks up Slack

A proprietary, “no programming” user interface allows fabricators and job shops to teach the cobot by showing it each step of a task or job. The plug-and-play machines are engineered to work with new or legacy equipment.

New CD-A Capacitive Discharge Power Supplies Available from Amada Weld Tech

The next generation of advanced capacitive discharge welders features dual pulse output control, internal pulse monitoring, optional polarity switching and is automation capable.

Stephanie Langer Announced as Chief People Officer for MetalTek International

In this newly created role Langer is responsible for developing and executing MetalTek’s workforce strategy across its five global divisions.

Newly Formed Güdel Americas Provides Innovative Automation Solutions and Support

Güdel is known for manufacturing a full line of high-performance linear motion components, which are the building blocks for reliable linear motion modules, gantries and press automation systems.

GF Machining Solutions Announces Chris Jones as President of North America

To advance the company’s 2025 growth strategy, Jones will expand its presence in medical, aerospace, automotive/die mold, packaging, energy and consumer electronics.

Hypertherm to Award 12 Plasma Systems to North American Schools for Training

Hypertherm is now accepting applications for its Spark Something Great educational grant program, which will provide Powermax45 XP air plasma systems and in-person training from a Hypertherm product expert.

Universal Robots Reports Record Annual Revenue of More Than $300 Million

Q4 2021 revenues also broke records, up 22% on Q4 2020 and 28% up on Q4 2019.

Max Weiss Co. Announces Alan Sanders as Company President

Sanders, a steel industry veteran of more than three decades, takes the helm of this custom metal bending and fabricating company.

H.B. Carbide Adds Mexico Rep to Sales Network

H.B. Carbide has expanded its sales network into Mexico and Latin America through a partnership with Bu-Mac Technology Solutions in Querétaro, led by Carlos Cortes.

Yaskawa’s Smart Pendant Software Version 2.1 Expands Ease of Use

Smart Pendant v2.1 is well-suited for quick robotic implementation of basic assembly, injection molding, inspection, machine tending, material handling, and pick and place tasks.

DTP Collaborative Robots Enhance Yaskawa’s HC-Series Line

Hand-guided programming allows users to direct teach points without a pendant, and an ISO standard tool flange and electrical connections facilitate a plug and play approach for easy deployment of the robot system.

WALTER Surface Technologies Launches new Solution to Maximize Safety on Worksites

New magnetic drilling unit, the ICECUT 200PM™, features a permanent magnet base which operates without electricity for continuous magnetic hold even during power shortages.

Mike Thies Celebrates 35 Years at Gema USA

Thies is the director of engineering and sales for Gema and responsible for managing the sales and engineering teams for the powder coating business covering the United States and Canada.

ATI Industrial Automation’s new QC-29 Robotic Tool Changer Unlocks Productivity for Smaller Robots

The QC-29 is compatible with ATI’s large selection of Standard Utility Modules and Tool Stands enabling a vast array of unique configurations ranging from ultrasonic welding to servo motor support and more.

The Squeaky Wheel Gets the (Biobased) Oil!

When tested according to the ASTM D-3233 Falex Pin and Vee Block Test, which demonstrates the extreme pressure properties of lubricants, EcoLine® ELP was able to hold up under a much heavier load than the other lubricants while avoiding scarring.

Hexagon’s Advanced CAD/CAM Software

EDGECAM 2022 anticipates future capabilities for milling and turning; WORKNC software introduces ‘manufacturing aware’ CAD for mold and die makers .

SCHUNK ADHESO gripper wins New Product of the Year Award at 2021 ASSEMBLY Show

Imagine gripping assembly components with ease, leaving no trace of residue or imprint. With the ADHESO gripper from SCHUNK, it’s possible.

App for Portable, Fast Weld Inspection of Complex and Oversized Parts

Manufacturers of oversized metal parts, from pressure vessels to wind turbine blades, must validate new-fabrication welds according to stringent international standards. Inspection bottlenecks can slow down production, with delays stretching into months.

Sinumerik Motion Control (MC) — the New Open, Industrial PC-based CNC for Fabrication and Metal-Processing Machines

Siemens is offering the new Sinumerik MC controller, a universal, open, industrial PC-based CNC system. Its optimized motion control, high-performance automation and integrated Windows® 10 operating system make it an ideal control for fabrication and specialty machines, including woodworking, stone-cutting, laser and even conventional basic grinding machines.

Methods Machine Tools Now Offers the Nakamura-Tome SC-100X2

The twin-turret multitasking machine utilizes two tools on either side of the upper turret for superimposed machining, making it a logical solution for Swiss-style parts greater than 25 millimeters in diameter.

c3controls Introduces Upgraded Line of IEC Pilot Devices

All new Series GT products are completely cross-compatible with the discontinued Series B products, all while keeping the same mounting and assembly dimensions and specifications, as well as part numbers and list prices.

Beckhoff Automation’s TwinCAT 3 Directly Integrates OPC UA Publisher/Subscriber

Beckhoff provides real time capable data communication via OPC UA with the new TF6105 function in its universal automation software.

Beckhoff’s New AA3000 Electric Cylinders Provide Precise, Energy-efficient Motion

With the advantages of modern servo technology, the AA3000 line combines high power and dynamics as an alternative to pneumatics.

Allied Machine & Engineering Donates Wohlhaupter Tooling to Help Preserve USS Pampanito

Allied Machine donates various boring bars and inserts to be used with a 1954 Wohlhaupter boring head on the World War II submarine USS Pampanito restoration project.

Applied Automation Technologies Announces New Metrology, Quality Control and Adaptive Manufacturing Software Contract

AAT3D successful secures contract with a leading North American aircraft manufacturer that will integrate CAPPSNC™ software to interface with controllers on large CNC machines to provide dimensional metrology data for CMM reports and other functions.

Fantastic Form

Fabricators can select from diverse and extensive lines of equipment to meet the exacting needs of their customers.

Walter Acquires Allegro Industries

Walter is thrilled to welcome Allegro to The Walter Group of Companies.

AIDA-America Hires Several New Employees

AIDA-America, metal stamping press manufacturer in Dayton, OH, USA, has recently hired several new employees.

Best Practices in Safety

Industry professionals share insights and products to assist in fostering zero injuries in your shop.

Cosen Saws Promotes Yu-Hsien Ho to Director of Channel Sales and Marketing

He has been with Cosen Saws for 14 years and will now focus on growing sales in welding supply and cutting tool/MRO channels.

SigmaNEST 2022: Enhancements for CAD/CAM for Laser, Bevel, Router and Punch; Expansion of ‘Connected Shop’

The need to connect all operations and track the workflow throughout the shop is growing in importance. Version 22 is a substantial release and another step towards joining the dots to ensure users are positioned to benefit from the latest technology.

Metalworking Manufacturer TAB Industries Installs EZ Sander Metal Finishing Machine

The new sander installation marks the latest in a string of investments in machinery and automation by TAB Industries that includes two laser cutting machines, a new press brake, and a variety of auxiliary equipment.

New SWIR Optical Filters for Machine Vision and Remote Sensing

Chroma Technology’s filters can significantly improve food safety inspection, machine vision systems, remote sensing for asset management and other applications.

SPECTRO’s New ARCOS ICP-OES Evolves Elemental Analysis to Next Level

The SPECTRO ARCOS inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometer analyzes the elemental composition of metals, chemicals, petrochemicals, and more to deliver critically accurate measurements.

Open X Education Announces New Verisurf Metrology Training Course

The course focuses on CMM programming for inspection, and quality reporting of manufactured parts and assemblies, including programming of Renishaw 5-axis probing systems.

Striker Systems Introduces New Marketing Manager

Danielle Lindsey will work with senior management to develop and manage all the marketing programs for multi-media channels, trade show events, and building a platform to expand brand engagement and awareness. Striker Systems is a developer of CAD/CAM and nesting software for the sheet metal fabrication industry.

Brass Knuckle’s Lenses Win the War on Fog

Proprietary coatings create a new standard for anti-fog lenses. Two coatings, BK-Anti-FOG and BK-Anti-FOG+, provide extreme anti-fog performance and improve worker safety and productivity.

Mitutoyo America Releases MCOSMOS Version 5.0 Metrology Suite for CMMs

What distinguishes MCOSMOS v.5 from its predecessor are the upgrades to its interface, functions, and performance; most notably the new and simplified graphical user interface.

German Machine Tools of America Represents Profilator Line

These highly modular machines are used for polygon and slot facing, shifter stop machining, chamfering and deburring of highly complex automotive and other powertrain gears.

Okuma America Launches Next-Gen Horizontal Machining Center

The Okuma MA-600HIII brings next-level machining capabilities to the MA-600H family including the new 10K RPM standard spindle, which effectively handles a wide range of applications, from heavy-duty to high-feed machining.

FANUC’s New Robot Designed to Handle Heavy Products

With a 1,000 kg payload, a 3,253 mm horizontal reach, and a 4,297 mm vertical reach, the M-1000iA is capable of handling automotive components, construction materials and battery packs for EVs. Shipping of the product will begin this quarter.

New Norton Product Guide Simplifies the Selection Process for Right Angle Grinding Abrasives

The 24-page guide simplifies proper abrasives selection for varying process steps and materials, including challenging right angle grinding applications.

Kennametal’s FIX8™ for Heavy-Duty Turning Features Eight Cutting Edges per Insert

The new system from Kennametal delivers the highest possible metal removal rates in turning operations with the lowest cost per cutting edge.

Walter Surface Technologies Expands Its Solution Expert Team Coverage Across the United States

The company is doubling its field team of solution and process experts across North America to support the additions of brands such as ArcOne (welding PPE); Triumph (cutting tools); Drillco (cutting tools); and Allegro Industries (safety equipment).

New Shoulder Milling Cutter Reduces Finishing While Boosting Reliability

Walter USA’s cost-effective new M5137 Xtra·tec® shoulder milling cutter is double sided, and features six cutting edges inserts and approach angles of exactly 90°.

Military Veterans Make a Difference at Mazak

Veterans provide important transferrable skills throughout Mazak. With the 18 new veteran hires in 2021, Mazak’s staff now includes 87 veterans in various departments.

Gema USA Inc. Adds Employees to Its North America Team

Gema, the global leader in powder coating technology, continues its commitment to providing the highest quality and application expertise to its customers with its new employees.

Flow Releases Industry’s First Long-Life Intensifier Pump

The MotoJet X is the next generation of intensifier pump technology and features advancements focused on maximizing customer uptime, improving usability, and nearly eliminating hands-on customer maintenance.

Toyota Material Handling Announces CEO Retirement and Succession Plan

Toyota Material Handling (TMH) announced today that Jeff Rufener, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), will retire at the end of the month. The company has selected Senior Vice President of Sales Bill Finerty to succeed Rufener effective January 1, 2022.

RoboDK Releases Intuitive Palletizing Plugin for Any Robot Brand

Robot software company RoboDK has released a new palletizing plugin for intuitive programming of palletizing applications, compatible with almost any robot brand. It accelerates this normally tedious programming task and improves deployment efficiency.

Edge Prep & Tool Honing

Bel Air Finishing Supply, Inc. (North Kingston, RI) – Edge-prep, or the honing of cutting tool edges, is known to increase the life of cutting tools by 300% or more. Polishing of cutting tools serves to extend tool life, while…

Wayland Additive Announces HTL Co. Japan As New Distribution Partner

(Huddersfield, U.K.) Wayland Additive is delighted to disclose that it has signed a partnership agreement with HTL Co Japan Ltd, which will see the latter operate as a distribution partner of Wayland Additive in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan.  HTL…

TwinCAT Automation Software from Beckhoff Turns 25

Celebrating a quarter century of success, the Beckhoff engineering and runtime platform continues to deliver maximum functionality through bold decisions and a drive for innovation

GROB Systems Announces Modular, Flexible Electric Powertrain Solutions

Reliable, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing to ensure highest level of functionality and performance

A New Form of Chip Control

Sandvik Coromant launches new software module for controlled chip breaking

Mazak’s New MPower On-Demand Learning System Makes Training More Accessible to Manufacturers

Mazak’s New MPower On-Demand Learning System Makes Training More Accessible to Manufacturers