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End-To-End Digitalization for the Machine Tool Business
In both the construction and utilization of machine tools, Siemens is laying the foundation for digital penetration and restructuring of complete value chains that will boost the growth and profitability of both machine builders and users alike in shops of all sizes.
The Ultimate Navigation System for Managing Sheet Metal Production
Manufacturing Execution System software from Bystronic allows shops to record, plan, and evaluate every individual manufacturing step of their sheet metal production process, managing each step according to a defined timeline to realize potential process improvement possibilities.
Nozzles Coat Parts in Containers, Cool Laminates, or Apply Paint and Lubricant
New 1/8 NPT small internal mix spray nozzles from EXAIR combine liquid and compressed air to create a coating of liquid that can be easily adjusted to meet the needs of your application.
First Automated Tool Changer Certified in Americas for UR+ Program
Universal Robots certifies the QC-11 Automated Tool Changer from ATI as the first automated tool changer developed in Americas for the UR+ platform to work seamlessly with UR cobots.
Software Updates for More Efficient Automated Cutting
New targeted features and enhancements in ProNest 2019 and ProNest LT software from Hypertherm make users more efficient and profitable.
Universal Robots Selected as “Golden Arm” in AIPW
A UR5 cobot arm has been chosen by ARC Specialties for use in a new Artificial Intelligence Pipe Welding System (AIPW) that can handle challenging welds.
Careful and Thorough Ultrasonic Cleaning of 3D Printed Parts
The 1900BT and 1900BTX ultrasonic cleaning units from Omegasonics are particularly effective for 3D printing applications because they generate cavitation energy inside the bath that creates its own internal pressure to dissolve the support structure for the parts.
Take a Load Off
When those heavy loads absolutely, positively have to be moved safely, precisely and fast from one location to another, here are some hoists, cranes and attachments to help you get the job done.
How to Achieve a Faster, More Efficient Powder Coating Process
Using PowerBoost technology for 110,000 V / 110 µA charging power, OptiFlex Pro Series manual spray units from Gema achieve greater productivity that optimizes the coating process and increases total powder coverage for quicker best-in-class finishes.
Chain Hoist for Low Headroom Work
Easy to install and relocate, compact single- and dual-speed GS Series Electric Chain Hoists from Gorbel are available with single or double fall, in any lift, with capacities from 1/8 ton to 5 ton and are ideal for low headroom applications.
Overhead Cranes for Clean Foundry Operations
Six overhead crane systems from R&M were installed at the newly constructed Kimura Foundry America that produces rapid prototype castings and provides small lot production services.
Safely Lift Steel, Fiber and Plastic Drums Weighing up to a Ton
The HCB hoist attachment from Liftomatic handles all 55 gal drums from 15 in to 27 in diameter and safely lifts drums weighing up to 2,000 lb using an exclusive drum handling attachment and a padded belt cradle to protect the drum sidewall during transport.
