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An Introduction to Robotic Cutting, Deburring, and Finishing (CDF)
Improvements in finishing tools over the last decade have opened the door to productivity-enhancing automation. Here are solutions manufacturers can confidently implement today.
Precision Cutting Technologies Acquires Supermill, LLC
Supermill founder Tom Hale will continue to lead the Connecticut-based carbide end mills manufacturing company.
20 ‘Plug and Produce’ Application Kits Simplify Cobot Deployments
Universal Robots expands its UR+ platform of certified partner products with application kits that remove barriers to industrial automation for small, medium and large companies. Decreasing project risk and complexity, the kits are ready to expedite finishing, inspection, assembly, machine tending, material removal, dispensing, and material handling tasks.
Hobart Institute of Welding Technology Earns 2020-2021 Military Friendly School Designation
A full list of schools that received the 2020-2021 designation can be found at www.militaryfriendly.com.
Compact Spot Welding Robot
FANUC’s R-2000iD/210FH Robot offers system uptime while operating in tight workspaces.
Bernard Expands AccuLock S Series Consumables
AccuLock S Consumables are designed to reduce downtime, troubleshooting and rework associated with errors in liner trim length and erratic wire feeding.
Fully Integrated Fenceless Robotic Training Platform
Designed for workforce development, certification programs, and trade schools, Yaskawa Motoman’s EduCart features a six-axis robot, Schunk gripper package 3D-printed fingers and control interface, and laser scanner.
Three Tools for a Safer, More Comfortable Welding Workshop
Strong Hand Tools’ Gas Grabber enables one person to safely and easily lift a heavy gas canister onto the company’s wheeled cart. Plasma cutting tray attaches to the Rhino Cart for greater versatility in mobile or stationary cutting, welding, and fabrication.
RoboVent Revamps Spire Weld Fume Extraction Systems
RoboVent’s Spire filtration units are still 3 ft by 3 ft, but have been completely re-engineered. The Spire for robotic weld cells and the Spire360 for ambient filtration come with more-absorbent filters that last longer and 7-in touchscreen controls for easier operation.
Most Powerful Breathing Protection System Available for Welders
Thanks to integrated airflow sensors and three selectable flow rates, the optrel e3000X powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) system from Optrel is certified to the highest class of breathing protection. Provides up to 18 hours of battery life.
Space-Saving Compact Air Filtration System
Lincoln Electric’s Prism Compact fume-extraction system for welding and cutting applications incorporates the Prism line’s vertical filter technology. Available in indoor and outdoor configurations, the short unit fits efficiently into smaller spaces.
Heavy-Duty MIG Guns Perform at 100% Duty Cycle
Four Magnum PRO Curve HDE semiautomatic welding guns from Lincoln Electric provide the best of both worlds: They deliver the highest duty cycle in their class and maximize operator comfort with a new ergonomic design.
