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'MINI' EXTERNAL THREAD GRINDER COMES WITH LINEAR MOTORS AND AUTO LOADER OPTIONS
Equipped for production thread grinding of parts from 1 mm to10 mm diameter by up to 100 mm long, Drake?s GS:TEM ?MINI? Thread Grinder is designed for higher volume, precision threaded parts manufacturers in the cutting tool, automotive, aerospace, thread gage and medical equipment industries.
AAMA Discussion Forum Held to Address Door Component Testing and Substitution
The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) (Schaumburg, IL) Door Component Interchangeability Task Group hosted an all-day discussion forum on September 25 in San Antonio, TX, following the AAMA National Fall Conference (September 21-24). The purpose of this event was to…
More Bad News: U.S. Manufacturing Sector Lost 51,000 Jobs in September
Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM) Executive Director Scott Paul has issued a brief statement regarding the latest jobs report issued this morning: "The U.S. manufacturing sector lost 51,000 jobs in September 2008. Now more than ever, it is critical that…
SHEFFIELD CORDAX® PIONEER® CMM
Sheffield Measurement offers the Sheffield Cordax Pioneer CMM. Pioneer is an affordable, small, moving bridge CMM that is ideal for manufacturers purchasing their first CMM or for large manufacturing operations needing multiple CMMs with maximum price-to-performance ratio.
ALMCO Joins KleenTec in Combined Corporation Serving Buyers of Finishing, Cleaning Equipment
Two companies whose high-quality product lines address the metal parts deburring, finishing and cleaning equipment requirements of industrial users worldwide have been joined under the same corporate name, ALMCO KleenTec, Inc.(Albert Lea, MN). The formerly independent firms carrying those names…
Mazak Announces Expansion of Florence, KY Production Facility
Mazak (Florence, KY) has announced significant expansion of the size and capabilities of its manufacturing facility in Florence, KY. The growth will allow for higher levels of efficiency through improved workflow. Scheduled for completion in December 2008, an additional 50,000…
Grant Funds Announced For 2009 Manufacturing Summer Camp for Teens
The Fabricators & Manufacturers Association (Rockford, IL) and the Nuts, Bolts, and Thingamajigs Foundation (Westlake Village, CA) have made grants ranging from $2,500 to $5,000 available to not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions capable of offering overnight or day camp experiences…
ABRASIVE GRINDING WHEELS PROVIDE FAST, HEAVY STOCK REMOVAL
A line of abrasive grinding wheels for working on aircraft- and marine-grade aluminum that provide controlled grinding action and reduced loading is available from Rex-Cut Products, Inc.
Kimberly-Clark Professional Joins DSM Dyneema's Global Licensing Program for Protective Gloves
DSM Dyneema (Geleen, the Netherlands) has announced that Kimberly-Clark Professional (Roswell, GA) has joined its licensing program for protective gloves made with Dyneema®, the world?s strongest fiber?. Kimberly-Clark Professional plans to expand its KLEENGUARD* brand protective glove offerings with additional…
SpaceX Launches Into Space With Siemens PLM Software's Technology
Siemens PLM Software (Plano, TX), has announced that Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX), a privately-held leading space launch vehicle developer and services provider, standardized on NX? and Teamcenter® software for product design, simulation and product data management. NX, Siemens PLM Software?s…
Latham Marine Having Fun at Work for 35 Years Steering Boaters in the Right Direction
Latham Marine (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) is celebrating its 35th year as a leader in the performance marine industry. "This is a hobby. I love the marine business. I love going to work everyday,? says Bob Latham, the engineering genius behind…
Surfware Announces Redesigned, Updated Website
Surfware, Inc. (Camarillo, CA), developer of SURFCAM® Velocity CAD/CAM systems Powered by TrueMill® , has announced that its website, www.surfware.com, has received a total makeover, updating the design to provide more in-depth information and make it simpler and more intuitive…
