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NEW BAND SAW BLADE TECHNOLOGY
The L.S. Starrett Company’s band saw highlights include their carbide tipped blade line, offered in two types, for sawing abrasive, difficult to machine materials and the Gladiator® bi-metal line which allows users to cut more materials and configurations with maximum efficiency.
MAGNETS FOR LIFTING FLAT AND ROUND MATERIALS
Eriez’ SafeHold® XPL magnets, now available in six models with capacities ranging from 400 to 5,000 lb for flat materials and 300 to 4,000 lb for round materials, allow users to lift either flat or round materials using the same magnet.
NEW PANEL BENDER WITH INCREASED CAPACITY
Salvagnini’s new 2009 Performer panel bender with increased capacity is especially designed for job shops and other applications where a high number of parts per day produced in small batches are the norm.
HD LARGE CNC PLASMA AND OXYFUEL PROFILE CUTTING
Retro Systems announces the MEGA HORNET heavy duty large CNC plasma and oxyfuel profile cutting machine for shipyards, service centers and large manufacturers. The MEGA HORNET sets a new, higher standard for accuracy, power and reliability in a heavy duty machine.
ADDITION TO THE TRUFLOW SERIES OF LASER RESONATORS
TRUMPF will introduce the most recent addition to the TruFlow series of laser resonators, the TruFlow 7000. Available on the high-speed TruLaser 5030 NEW, the technology results in rapid cutting speeds that boost quality and efficiency.
POWERCUT LINE IMPROVES EASE OF OPERATION
ESAB’s new PowerCut™ 1300 and 1600 manual cutting packages pack big cutting power into a lightweight package while simplifying operation, reducing set-up time and enhancing consumable life.
DUAL OPERATOR 135/220-24M IRONWORKER
Scotchman® Industries introduces the new Dual Operator 135 ton Hydraulic Ironworker. This machine has a hydraulic system designed with two pumps to insure both operations have full hydraulic pressure and speed, complete with two valves, two stroke controls and two remote foot pedals.
HIGHLY FLEXIBLE METAL DOOR FRAME ROLL FORMER
B&K’s the 2DFR Supermill® is a highly flexible metal door frame roll former, designed to manufacture a wide range of metal door frame profiles without changing the roll tooling. B&K 2DFR Supermill® System utilizes patented technology to provide the ability to adjust for material gauge and the profile dimensions.
PLASMA MACHINE FOR HEAVY METAL PROCESSING
MultiCam’s 6000 Plasma machine is made for heavy metal processing. Designed for manufacturers who need to cut heavy plate or need a large processing area without sacrificing accuracy or cut quality, the 6000 Series can be outfitted with multiple cutting heads and cutting options that include the Hypertherm HPR-130 and HPR-260 high definition plasma systems.
UNIQUE FOLDING MACHINE
RAS Systems will be showing the 78 Series UpDownBend folding machine. The unique performance of this machine makes it world class. It can fold 126 in of 9 ga mild steel (.150 in) up and down with its standard 8 in tall upper beam tools.
IRONWORKERS, BENDING ROLLS AND PRESS BRAKES
COMEQ, Inc. will display Single- and Dual-Cylinder Hydraulic Ironworkers, Angle & Plate Bending Rolls and Press Brakes. The display will include the GEKA Model "Bendicrop" which features an exclusive built-in bending section, a GEKA Hydracrop Model 55AD and two GEKA Model "Semi-Paxy" CNC Controlled Positioning Tables.
METAL CUTTING SAW WITH MITERING CAPABILITY
SteelMax LLC offers a 14 in metal cutting saw that cuts metal cool and clean without burring, heat distortion or sparking. Designed for cutting mild steel, stainless and aluminum, the model S14 cuts faster, cleaner, safer and more affordably than other metal cutting equipment.
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