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150 HP INTENSIFIER PUMP FOR WATERJETS
AccuStream will showcase a new 150 horsepower model for its AS-Series of intensifier pumps. The AS-60150 produces 3.2 gpm (12.1 lpm) continuous output pressure, adjustable up to 60,000 psi.
LUBRICATION SYSTEM FOR COIL STOCK AND BLANKS
UNIST, Inc. will feature the Uni-Roller Type S Stock Lubrication System with SPR2000 Programmable Lubrication Station. The Uni-Roller/SPR 2000 is part of the complete line of Metalforming Lubrication Systems by UNIST.
DEBURRING AND EDGE-ROUNDING OF PARTS
WEBER will showcase machines for deburring and edge-rounding of sheet metal parts. The program is amplified by the new series TTS.
HANDLING SYSTEM EXTENDS THE STANDARD MOTIONS OF A PRESS FEEDER
Strothmann will introduce the FEEDERplus™ to a worldwide audience. The handling system extends the standard motions of a press feeder through additional linear and rotary axes, allowing the Linear Robot to perform rotary motions in the B axis (the orienting axis of the rotating arm).
BEFORE THE MELTDOWN
Points To Ponder: Machining remains stronger while housing and financial services industries crumble.
TURN/MILL CENTER BOASTS FASTEST CYCLE TIME IN THE INDUSTRY
Need For Speed: Check out this unique dual Y-axis with the highest horsepower and torque of any other machine in its class.
ADVANCED NESTING SOFTWARE SOLUTION
MTC Software offers ProNest, its advanced nesting software solution. ProNest’s intuitive interface allows even the most inexperienced user to navigate the application with ease. The program offers many optional software modules, including automatic nesting, chain cutting, bridge cutting, remnant nesting, 3D PIPE development, 3D CAD import functionality and much more.
AUTOMATED SERVO HYDRAULIC TURRET PUNCH PRESS
Finn-Power’s C5 Compact Express adds unmanned operation to the C5 turret punch press versatility through highly compact load/unload automation. The 20 station, 33 ton C5 servo hydraulic turret punch press has a maximum sheet capacity of 50 in x 100 in (1270 mm x 2500 mm) and is available with either Siemens or Fanuc CNC control.
TIG WELDING TORCHES AND ACCESSORIES
Weldcraft offers its TIG welding torches and accessories, including the company’s new LS17 TIG torch, its premium line of tungsten, and the Triad™ tungsten grinder. Weldcraft’s LS17 air-cooled TIG torch features a styled soft-grip handle to improve overall maneuverability, along with an easily interchangeable fingertip switch.
NEW BAND SAW BLADE TECHNOLOGY
The L.S. Starrett Company’s band saw highlights include their carbide tipped blade line, offered in two types, for sawing abrasive, difficult to machine materials and the Gladiator® bi-metal line which allows users to cut more materials and configurations with maximum efficiency.
FLEXIBLE LASER PROCESSING CELL
Wayne Trail Technologies/VIL Laser Systems present the FLEX LASE flexible laser processing cell that can rapidly change between laser cutting and laser welding modes.
MAGNETS FOR LIFTING FLAT AND ROUND MATERIALS
Eriez’ SafeHold® XPL magnets, now available in six models with capacities ranging from 400 to 5,000 lb for flat materials and 300 to 4,000 lb for round materials, allow users to lift either flat or round materials using the same magnet.