Industry News
Filter by Process Zone:
PART INSPECTION DROPS FROM TWO HOURS TO FIVE MINUTES
Instead of dedicating a static CMM located away from the point of manufacture, BMW combines the portability of Zett Mess inspection arms with PowerINSPECT software from Delcam to make many more prototype inspections possible.
THE WORLD IS NOT FLAT: TIPS TO IMPROVE OUT-OF-POSITION WELDING (Part Two: Stick Welding)
Fabricators often need to weld out-of-position when working with large/heavy weldments and with pipe, which requires adjusting the electrode angle, puddle manipulation, body position and equipment settings. In the conclusion of this two-part series, Ken Alrick of Thermadyne focuses on stick welding mechanics and shows operators the variables that can help them control weld puddle and weld bead profile.
DOWN FLOW FILTERING
Properly engineered air collection and filtration systems not only improve plant air quality, they can help welders become more productive and reduce expensive welding mistakes and rework. Jorgen Brahm of Clean Air America examines a filtering technology that improves air quality at a low filter replacement cost for welding operations.
PLOW PRODUCTION GETS HOT
German plastics specialist BBG enters a new market by manufacturing an automated bending/hardening system for the production of plows in India.
PNEUMATIC PRESS COMBINATION SHORTENS LEAD TIMES
To meet tighter quality demands and shorter deliveries, John Bornhorst of AIRAM Press explains how this in-motion die-equipped pneumatic press eliminates secondary operations and reduces material handling up to 40 percent when fabricating parts for metal buildings, roofing, grain bins and elevators, as well as truck, automotive, appliance and HVAC applications.
LATHE CARRIAGE SHIELDS
These safety shields from Danray Products are ideal for manual lathes or similar machines and comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.212 and the ANSI B11.6 safety standard for lathes.
1000 AND COUNTING
Software developer for programming machine tools, GibbsCAM, reaches another landmark by developing its 1000th MTM (multi-task machine) post processor.
TWINLAP WELDER SELECTED FOR ADVANCED PROCESSING LINE
A TwinLap Welder from Taylor-Winfield has been selected for one of the most advanced continuous annealing processing lines in North America at PRO-TEC Coating Company, the joint venture between Kobe Steel and U.S. Steel.
POINT-OF-USE: CUTTING OVERHEAD EXPENSES IN TOOLING AND SUPPLIES
With the incredible pressure to gain efficiencies and cost savings wherever and whenever they are available, David Simbari of Supply Pro examines how even small manufacturers can benefit from point-of-use applications.
NO TURNING BACK:
PIPE WELDING SYSTEM KICKS IT UP A NOTCH
Using the PipeworxTM Welding System from Miller Electric, Shinn Mechanical has increased its pipe fabrication quality and productivity with flatter bead profiles, good sidewall tie-in for 30 percent less grinding, and superior weld puddle control – with no wire rejects in over a year.
Industry Watch: Business
Recent activities and events going on in the business of fabricating and metalworking.
Industry Watch: People
People making recent headlines in the business of fabricating and metalworking.