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IMTS-Fabrication & Lasers

The latest laser and fabrication technology will be showcased at IMTS 2024.
IMTS-Additive Manufacturing

IMTS 2024 will feature additive manufacturing technology in Chicago.
Building Trust, Layer by Layer: How Qualification Ensures Reliable High-Performance AM Parts

Optimizing a traditionally manufactured application for additive manufacturing requires a complex set of steps.
See the Patmark 2080 at IMTS – September 9-14, 2024

The Patmark 2080 is a lightweight handheld, portable, & battery operated dot pin marker from MB Metal Technologies.
New THOR F Combines High Performance Thermal & Mechanical Cutting

THOR F integrates plasma and oxyfuel cutting with an optional beveling system, and an optional tube and profile lathe. It also combines plate cutting with edge preparation and numerous mechanical machining operations, including milling, drilling, tapping, countersinking, marking, etc.
Automated 6-Axis Structural Steel Robotic Beam Cutting Machine

The Beamcut System 3D Robotic Profile Cutting Machine cuts any shape from mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum with high repeatability and accuracy. It eliminates costly layouts and grinding, simplifies fabrication, minimizes errors, and boosts production speeds.
New Thermal Imager Retraction System

AMETEK Land has launched a retraction system for thermal imagers, safeguarding the instrument and preventing overheating or damage in the event of loss of power, purge flow loss or cooling.
New Strategic Partnership Regarding Lasers with Artificial Intelligence

TRUMPF and SiMa.ai are developing AI chips and software to improve welding, cutting and marking processes. The technology is intended for more efficient laser applications to accelerate production, for example, of electric cars.
New ERP Dashboard Designer Feature Digitally Transforms How Manufacturers Design and Track Data

The Dashboard Designer feature from Global Shop Solutions is a no-code data analysis tool manufacturers can use across their organization, improving transparency.
New Pre-Engineered Robot Work Cell is a Compact, Cost-Effective, and Intuitive Solution

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. launches the ARIA (Automated Robotic Industrial Assistant) pre-engineered work cell product to its existing lineup with LoadMate Plus.
New Plasma Cutting System Pays Back with Versatility, Productivity and Precision

Hypertherm Associates unveils the XPR460 Plasma Cutting System, the newest addition to the XPR line with X-Definition® technology.
Hexagon and Paperless Parts Slash Quoting Times for America’s Precision Manufacturers

Hexagon has entered a strategic partnership with Paperless Parts in North America to accelerate the adoption of modern quoting software by forward-thinking custom part manufacturers.