January 04, 2017 - Volume 11 Issue 01 |
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Okuma MA-600HII
The MA-600HII incorporates powerful, high torque spindle options for high volume material removal rates. Constructed on a 58,000 pound frame featuring an integral bed and base with a highly rigid, stepped back column, it provides the perfect balance of power and rigidity for the strength needed to handle difficult-to-machine materials.
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German Toolmaker Switches to New Cutting Edge Hardening Technology and "Saves a Lot of Money" Since quality in the toolmaking process has an enormous impact on quality in manufacturing, it is clear that the final surface hardness of the tools is essential, and additional hardening of the cutting edges is usually necessary. The production planners at Werkzeugbau Laichingen, in Ulm, Germany, have been relying on induction hardening technology from eldec. This flexible technology significantly decreases and simplifies the production process. Full Article |
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Why Smart Manufacturing is a Dumb Idea As we begin a new year, "Smart Manufacturing" is definitely one of the trends in manufacturing that is widely praised and accepted as the future of the industry. However, Steven L. Blue doesn't see it that way. The President & CEO of Miller Ingenuity, a global supplier of mission-critical solutions in the transportation industry and author of the new book, "American Manufacturing 2.0: What Went Wrong and How to Make It Right," argues that this trend isn't all that smart. Full Article |
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Increase Machining Productivity by 60%
Robotic Machine Tending increases machine utilization up to 60%, while reducing operational and capital expenditures. ABB recently introduced the FlexMT, a flexible robotic system that loads and unloads machines with vision guidance. For both small batch and high volume production; can handle most any size and type of part.
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Two-Way Drum Pump Video!
EXAIR's compressed air operated Reversible Drum Vac System attaches to any closed head 30, 55 or 110 gallon drum. Its high powered vacuum fills a 55 gallon drum in less than two minutes. With the turn of a knob, the same stainless steel pump quickly empties the drum.
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