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Heavy Duty Sawing of Structural Steels and High-Tensile Strength Solids
Ideal for a wide range of large capacity applications, from production cutting steel service centers to job shops, the heavy duty HBE-663A hydraulic horizontal band saw from Behringer provides accurate, versatile and economical cutting in all materials, including structural steels and high-tensile strength solids.
Large Capacity Dual Column, Semi-Automatic Band Saws
Large capacity DC-1100SA and DC-1700SA dual column, semi-automatic band saws from DoALL are ideal for shops that need a high production band saw, but have operations that do not require indexing or automatic cutting cycles.
Aluminum Saws for Effective Cutting of Tubes, Sheets, Ingots
Take a closer look at how gantry-type band sawing machines, floor-standing circular saws and other machines from KASTO can increase productivity and reduce costs in sawing operations.
High Performance, Large Format Laser Cutting and Engraving Operations
The next generation OptiFlex large format laser cutting and engraving system from Kern Laser uses a new HyperDual motion package with a rack-and-pinion gear system at each side of the laser system and dual Y-axis servo motors for cut acceleration rates up to three times faster and a 100 percent increase in top-end vector speed.
The Future of High Performance Manufacturing
The Xpert 40 Mobile Bending Cell from Bystronic is a compact system for automated as well as manual bending to support fluctuating lot sizes and varying part complexities of small and medium size parts.
Affordable Waterjet Offers Capabilities Reserved for Elite Systems
Specifically engineered to affordably meet waterjet applications from stone to carbon fiber, the Mach 200 from Flow International is an entirely new, practical and flexible waterjet system.
Economical Entry Level Fiber Laser Cutting System
The Mitsubishi SR-F two-dimensional fiber laser processing system from MC Machinery features a 3 m by 1.5 m footprint with 2 kW or 3 kW power and standard fiber laser resonator, processing head and safety cover.
Positioners Improve Ergonomics, Safety, Weld Quality and Robotic Efficiency
The Short Stroke – low capacity fixed headstock/tailstock welding and assembly positioner from ALM Positioners is ideal for applications that don’t require high clearance and heavy lifting, and features all of the safety and ergonomic advantages of intelligent positioning systems.
Longer-Life Stringer Bead Delivers Higher Material Removal in Weld Cleanup
The carbon steel TufBrush 4 in stringer bead from Osborn provides up to three times longer life to reduce brush changes and more effective material removal that increases efficiency so that users can complete tasks faster.
3D Printing an Automobile and More
Cincinnati Incorporated 3D printed a full-size automobile with their BAAM system. They also offer the 60 ton GOFORM press brake, the 8 kW CL980 fiber laser, and the CPX300 hi-def plasma laser.
Deburring, Edge-Rounding and Leveling Systems Reduce Operating Costs Downstream
The EdgeBreaker 4000 Plus from ARKU removes burrs/slag to create a clean, even surface and sides on parts up to 3.3 in thick. Their FlatMaster 55 precision leveler quickly delivers leveled and stress-relieved parts and sheets that have been punched or cut by laser, flame and oxyfuel.
FABTECH 2017: Tube & Pipe
The 2017 edition of FABTECH is on track to be one of the largest tube and pipe fabrication events ever at McCormick Place in Chicago, and our special coverage provides technical reviews of some of the machinery and services that will be exhibited to help you navigate the show floor and manage your time while you’re there.