Products
Manufacturing Product News
Looking for information on the latest products in the industrial world? Look no further! Check out our product overviews below.
The Latest Updates in Technology
For more than a decade, we at Fabricating & Metalworking Online have carried stories on the latest machines and equipment to hit the market. Take a look at our latest updates, go back in our archives to see what we’ve written about in the past.
Filter by Process Zone:
Modular Fixturing for Extreme Versatility in Machining
To save time and material cost when changing jobs, the X-PLATE System from Mitee-Bite is an extremely versatile modular fixturing platform that provides many mounting options for 3-axis, 4-axis and 5-axis applications.
Jaw Nuts and Keys for Safer, More Productive Machining
Dill ISO jaw nuts and keys from Dillon Manufacturing are made from 4140 heat-treated steel to provide superior wear and impact resistance, higher tensile strength and better life when machining with higher horsepower, larger cuts and faster machine speeds.
Click & Clamp Centering Vise Reduces Set-Up Times
The GARANT Xtric centering vise from Hoffmann Group is equipped with a chuck jaw quick-change system that reduces set-up times when clamping blanks and finished parts.
Next Steps in Lean Horizontal Machining
The compact Kiwa KH-4500kai horizontal machining center from Methods Machine Tools eliminates all possible wasted space, provides one of the largest work envelopes in its class, and is the fastest in its machine class.
More Throughput Per Spindle for General Machining Work
The MMH 500 horizontal machining center from MAG Automotive comes standard with 60 m/min linear-axis speed and 12,000 rpm direct drive spindle for more machine throughput per spindle and high-speed cutting capabilities.
Low Cost + Small Size = Big Return on Investment
Ideal for high-volume machining, the state-of-the-art Tongtai SH-4000P high-speed horizontal machining center from Absolute Machine Tools delivers more parts per hour than competitive machines costing much more.
Tilt-Spindle Machining of Large, Hard-Metal Parts
For aerospace manufacturers and others machining tough alloys, the HU100-TS 100 tilt-spindle 5-axis horizontal machining center from Mitsui Seiki combines the flexibility and automation of an HMC with the rigidity, accuracy and reliability of heavy-duty construction.
What’s Hot in the World of Welding: (Part One)
Sailing on waves of innovation to meet demands for greater productivity, higher efficiency and improved quality, welding shops are using new equipment, tools and systems to address the skilled labor shortage, connect to the Smart Factory revolution and achieve leaner, more profitable operations.
What’s Hot in the World of Welding: (Part Two)
Sailing on waves of innovation to meet demands for greater productivity, higher efficiency and improved quality, welding shops are using new equipment, tools and systems to address the skilled labor shortage, connect to the Smart Factory revolution and achieve leaner, more profitable operations.
What’s Hot in the World of Welding: (Part Three)
Sailing on waves of innovation to meet demands for greater productivity, higher efficiency and improved quality, welding shops are using new equipment, tools and systems to address the skilled labor shortage, connect to the Smart Factory revolution and achieve leaner, more profitable operations.
Tight Squeeze: Robots Serve Multiple Machines in Small Footprint
The long reach of shelf-mounted PH130RF and PH200RF six-axis robotic arms from Yaskawa Motoman handles large blanks and formed parts from multiple presses in tight spaces.
Next Steps in Shrink Fit Systems
The Power Clamp Comfort i4.0 shrink fit system from Haimer moves digital connectivity and the communication of tools and machines to new levels for the new world of manufacturing.
