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German Delegates Tour Messer Cutting Systems
The dignitaries from Hessen were given short presentations, walking tours through Messer and Castolin Eutectics, and live plasma cutting machine demonstrations.
Dorner Acquires Sautem
This acquisition strengthens their growing presence in Mexico and Latin America.
Prime Controls President is Honored
Beth Graves is named one of the winners of the 2017 Forty Under 40 award.
Atlas Technologies Delivers New Transport System for High Temperature Die Transport
They developed a Steerable Trackless Cart for Weber Metals to transport pre-heated dies used in forging.
Double Metal Sheet Detection for Metal Stamping
Ideal for automation applications in robotics, automated de-stackers, sheet feeders and in-fixture (poke-a-yoke) where sensing from only one side is possible, the DS600 Double Sheet Detection Control from Prime Controls detects metal thickness and prevents double sheets or improper thicknesses from entering machines.
Heavy Duty Casters for Higher Loads
The 310 & 410 Kingpinless Series casters from W.T. Hight are constructed of high quality, heat-treated AISI 1045 laser-cut steel and feature a precision-machined raceway for improved ergonomics and superior strength in rugged and towed applications.
Quickly Fixture and Set-Up Welding & Fabrication Jobs Anywhere
The Rhino Cart Mobile Fixturing Station from Strong Hand Tools includes the welding table plus a 66-piece Clamp and Component Fixturing Kit that mates to the CNC precision-bored 5/8 in tabletop holes for accurate clamping or fixturing on the tabletop.
Magline Wins Gold Stevie Award
They are recognized for their LiftPlus combination stacker, transporter, and positioner used in manufacturing and tool rooms.
The Culture Shock of Safety First
They might come as a shock to some accountants, but the productivity gains, cost savings and other returns on investing in a safety-first culture are very real to the people who spend most of their days on the shop floor. After identifying safety trouble spots and investing in automated equipment that provides as inherently safe a workplace as possible, we have reduced workers’ compensation claims to near zero.
Automated Turret Punch Press Loading
Ideal for handling full-size blank sheets and finished parts, FS Tower Series cell stocker systems from Murata Machinery can double the production of a stand-alone machine and provide lights out, unattended operation during breaks, shift changes, lunch and after hours, as well as more consistent production to improve job estimates and costs.
Material Handling Product Showcase
Take a closer look at some of the latest advances in material handling systems that might help you increase productivity, reduce worker risk and lower overall operating expenses.
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