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Hexagon Solution ‘Flattens’ 3D CAD Models for Accelerated Sheet Metal Design, Quoting, and Production
Hexagon AB’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has announced its new modeling technology for sheet-metal applications. The technology enables the ‘flattening’ of 3D models in preparation for manufacturing, making it easier to prepare 3D computer-aided design (CAD) data for production.
Karl Roll’s New System Offers Economical Deburring, Cleaning in One Process
Karl Roll GmbH & Co. KG (Mühlacker-Enzberg, Germany) has introduced a new flexible, high-pressure waterjet deburring system, the FlexJet HD.
Lucifer Furnaces Ships Seventh Large Dual Chamber Furnace to U.S. Automaker
Lucifer Furnaces Inc. (Warrington, PA) has shipped a seventh large dual chamber 8000 Series furnace to a U.S. auto manufacturer.
Hypertherm Introduces Three New Plasma Systems with Built-In Intelligence and a Single-Piece Cartridge Consumable
Hypertherm (Hanover, NH) recently announced three new air plasma systems called Powermax SYNC™. The systems feature built-in intelligence and a single-piece cartridge consumable and are the next generation of Powermax65/85/105 systems.
Cincinnati Inc. Introduces a New Fiber Laser for High Volume Shops
Cincinnati Inc. (CI) has debuted a new, automation-ready fiber laser machine: the CLX.
Beckwood Press Fosters Continuous Growth with Personnel Moves
Beckwood Press Co. (St. Louis, MO), has promoted Josh Dixon to chief operating officer and has hired Brad Cook as director of operations. Beckwood makes hydraulic and servo-electric presses, automation systems, and the Triform line of precision forming equipment.
Velo3D and Launcher Expand Collaboration on Manufacture of Parts for High-Performance Liquid Rocket Engine
A rocket developer, Launcher (Hawthorne, CA) has added a second Velo3D additive manufacturing (AM) system so it can 3D print pressure vessels for Orbiter, an orbital transfer vehicle and satellite platform.
Prepare to Roll and Bend
Customers require you to use lighter yet stronger materials. Finding the right bending and rolling machines will assist you in remaining competitive.
Seeing Double: How Smart Factories Use Digital Twins
Implementing digital twins in your shop allows you to understand what is happening in your machines now and in the future. The data allows you to extract meaning.
Manufacturing Digs Deeper Thanks to Data
Manufacturing as we once knew it continues to evolve through the digitization of the factory floor. Leading business indicators continue to show an expanding manufacturing sector. Now is the time to invest or continue to invest in these technologies.
United Precision Services Appoints John Prevish to Manage Fabrication Machinery Division
United Precision Services Inc. (Cincinnati, OH) has announced that John Prevish has joined the company as national sales manager and will manage the newly formed fabrication machinery division.
KAAST Machine Tools Adds Hybrid and Servo Press Brakes to Lineup
KAAST Machine Tools Inc. (Aldan, PA) has added a wide selection of hybrid and servo brakes to its CNC press brake lineup, ranging from 3 to 20 feet in length and featuring tonnage options ranging from 40 to 2,000 tons.
