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Applied Manufacturing Technologies acquires K-R Automation
Applied Manufacturing Technologies, Inc. (Orion, MI) acquires K-R Automation (Warren, MI), an automation controls design, engineering and panel manufacturing company. K-R Automation is being folded into AMT?s existing operations. AMT will maintain K-R?s current manufacturing and engineering facility at Centerwood…
AWS Standards Users Cautioned About Unauthorized Translations
The American Welding Society (Miami, FL) issued a formal caution about using unauthorized translations of AWS standards and other AWS publications in Chinese, Spanish and other languages. Because AWS has not sanctioned these translations, AWS cannot attest to their accuracy….
Italian-Indian Alliance Introduces First VTC
Maus SpA (Padova, Italy) introduces first CNC vertical turning center produced by its alliance with Tal Manufacturing Solutions Limited (Pune, India), the machine building group of Tata Motors Limited. The machine was recently unveiled during a ceremony at the Tal…
Morgan Crucible Acquires Two Technical Ceramics Businesses
Morgan Crucible Company PLC (Stourport, UK) acquires two technical ceramics businesses, Certech and Carpenter Advanced Ceramics (both in Wyomissing, PA), from Carpenter Technology Corporation for $147 million in cash. Certech manufactures complex, injection-molded, consumable ceramic components used during the investment…
Michigan Aerospace Manufacturers Association Adds Global Aerospace Management Solutions
Michigan Aerospace Manufacturers Association (Grand Rapids, Mi) adds Global Aerospace Management Solutions (Kalamazoo, MI) to its preferred vendor network. GAMS provides consulting and training services to companies seeking registration to international quality management standards such as AS9100 (aerospace) and ISO…
NEW TOOL CATALOG FOR MOLD MAKERS, DIE MAKERS, ENGRAVERS & DIE SINKERS
A new 256-page tool catalog has just been published by Falcon Tool Company, Inc. that includes over 15,000 tools and accessories, all illustrated and priced.
Getting the most from your Plasma Cutter
Here are some tricks of the trade to help you improve your plasma cutting technique.
Trouble with TIG'
Problems with porosity, undercutting, lack of fusion, or other weld discontinuities? Try these fixes to get back to work…fast!
Filler Wire is for Wimps
Magnetic pulse welding is becoming a technology of choice, and this examination of basic applications explains why.
Comparative ID/OD Gaging
Part two of our series on various measurement processes examines the factors that must be considered when selecting ID/OD comparator gages.
Unparalleled ROI for Manufacturers and Distributors
Camera-guided, mobile vehicles with initial focus on material handling in warehousing, manufacturing and distribution.
Guiding Light
Quick as a flash: A multi-modular safety system makes flashlight assembly inside this robot work cell much safer.
