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ROBOTIC GRIT-BLAST MACHINE FINISHES PRECISELY
This robotic gritblasting system from Guyson enables consistent production of a specified finish on a wide variety of complex-shaped components.
ALL PART OF THE JOB
By introducing the job group as a new structural element in a position between job list and job, Alan Levine of OPEN MIND explains how new CAM software can arrange the machining process based on the sequence of worksteps, geometries, spatial orientation, tool orientation and more, allowing the user to streamline and automate a large number of jobs or programming steps.
REDUCING THE GUESSWORK
Here are some software systems you may have missed earlier that can improve the fabrication and machining capabilities of your shop and give you a competitive edge.
FULLY AUTOMATIC TUBE CUTTING LASER SYSTEM
An automated loading and parts handling system complement the state-of-the-industry laser and machine control technology from Han-Kwang USA.
WELDING ALUMINUM' IMPROVE YOUR PRODUCTIVITY WITH PULSED MIG
Nick Peterson of Miller Electric explains how aluminum fabricators can look toward future growth through the adoption of pulsed MIG technology.
THE LATEST ADVANCEMENTS IN PULSE WELDING TECHNOLOGY
Welders and job shops alike are embracing this technology to remain competitive in a changing industry. Does pulse welding warrant all of the attention it receives? Peter Anderson of Thermadyne examines why the answer is yes.
RELIABLE PERFORMANCE IN HOLE FINISHING
The CoroBore 825 from Sandvik Coromant uses an integrated elliptical interface to absorb tangential and radial force and finish holes with tight tolerances and surface finish superbly.
WIND TURBINE MANUFACTURER SECURES THREE NEW CONTRACTS
The Swedish, German and Swiss contracts have a combined generating capacity of 126 MW in Europe.
FLYING SCANNING WITH NO INTERRUPTIONS
By using the new fifth-generation CMM technology from Carl Zeiss, it is now possible to scan over interrupted contours, thus enabling the operator to obtain measuring results clearly faster and more easily.
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE CAN PUT YOUR COMPANY AT RISK
Workplace violence is a very real issue in this country, but not something every employer can prevent. Teresa Long of the Institute of WorkComp Professionals shows how putting a plan in place can help employers create a safer environment for employees and minimize potential workers? compensation risks.
'SCRAPPING' THE SCRAP REMOVAL PROBLEM
The story of how conveyor builder Magnetic Products helped one Midwest manufacturer overcome an unusually high drop from the pass line onto the scrap removal conveyor of its recently installed press.
START YOUR ENGINES FROM THE START
Colin Roberts of SKF reports how on-line monitoring is critical for the high productivity and quality achieved with multifunction machine tools used to produce engines in a Dongfeng Honda plant in China.
