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INNOVATIVE PLASMA CUTTING MACHINE FOR FLUE PIPES
An all-in-one real-time machine controller from Baldor Electric manages five motion axes and I/O to simplify the development of this advanced new plasma tube cutter from Techserv Cutting Systems.
Robotic Applications for Cladding and Hardfacing
Competitive pressures cause manufacturers to research advancements in hardfacing and cladding for surfacing applications that can reduce wear over 50 percent and increase production throughput over 30 percent. Selecting the method best-suited to a particular application involves balancing cost against performance.
BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH THE X-FACTOR
Ideal for use when welding boilers, process piping, heat exchangers and other applications subject to high service temperatures for long periods of time, Tim Hensley of Hobart Brothers introduces a formula that helps determine a weld’s resistance to the brittleness that occurs when the weld is slowly cooled through a certain temperature range.
SAFETY MATS: A SENSE OF PRESENCE
These safety systems from Omron STI, Tapeswitch, NoTrax and Pres-On maintain full visibility of and access to the work area while offering freedom, flexibility and reduced operator fatigue when compared with traditional guarding methods such as interlocked fences, pullback restraints or perimeter barriers.
ONE SIZE FITS ALL
A Better Idea: At one major aircraft manufacturer, production problems occur in all sizes. This flexible manufacturing system from Bertsche Engineering solves them all by handling parts up to 240 in long and replacing three machining centers – that’s right, three – in a difficult “one off” work environment.
SPINDLE MOTORS FOR HEAVY-DUTY MACHINE TOOL APPLICATIONS
1PH8 induction motor drives and servomotors from Siemens Industry range from 2.8 kW to 1340 kW for excellent dynamic response, smoother operation and lower vibration levels.
NO PADLOCK REQUIRED
Lock It Shut: The very compact D4SL 6-contact guard lock safety door switch from Omron STI combines simple and flexible installation with robust operation to satisfy the varying safety needs of today’s door access applications.
PROBING FOR ANSWERS
Explore how advances in on-machine measurement technologies from FARO Technologies have helped Ontario aerospace supplier Express Manufacturing realize a full and quick return on investment.
JUST THE RIGHT TOUCH
An RMP600 strain-gauge machine-tool probe from Renishaw has the right touch for form measurement of 5-axis aerospace parts and enables a portal mill that uses on-machine verification software to double as a CMM at Triumph Fabrications.
Safety Expert Takes Center Stage
A strong voice in the safety industry, Fabricating & Metalworking columnist Phil La Duke speaks at the National Safety Congress and is selected as the featured blogger for EHSQ Elite.
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