Fabrication & Cutting

News • July 31, 2018

CBN hones for improved surface finishing of machined superalloys

By its very nature, high-nickel, iron or cobalt alloy steels, including Monel, Inconel, Incoloy, Invar, Rene and Hasteloy, are some of the most difficult materials to machine. Because these superalloys are designed to deliver high strength at extremely high temperatures in components often found in "hot" sections of engines and turbines, the stresses and heat generated during machining are considerable.

News • July 20, 2018

Why and how to break-in bandsaw blades

In today's competitive environment, everyone is on the lookout for ways make their business operations more profitable. Sometimes, simply cutting costs can seem like an attractive way to reach this goal. However, simply reducing the cost of equipment or a process is not a guarantee of success. A better goal is to become more efficient on the job so that operations are more productive, ultimately improving the bottom line.

Articles • July 10, 2018 • William Leventon

Good machines can come in small packages

There are relatively small, budget-friendly machines on the market that might meet your needs.

Products • July 9, 2018

815BTX Ultrasonic Cleaning Machine

Omegasonics announced Plural Additive Manufacturing, the exclusive North American distributor for industrial 3D printers manufactured by 3ntr, is offering Omegasonics new 815BTX cleaning unit to those purchasing its 3D printers to assist with removing support material.

Products • July 3, 2018

Laser-Cut Sheet Metal Parts

OSH Cut manufactures laser-cut sheet metal parts. The company's online quoting and ordering software improves industry-standard quoting and production practices that have, so far, failed to evolve with modern tools.

Articles • July 2, 2018

Honing provides benefits for all types of tools

Honing the edge of a cutting tool improves tool life, improves workpiece surface finish, reduces spindle load and reduces overall manufacturing cost.

Products • June 27, 2018

TiCu Clad Electrodes

Custom-manufactured, highly corrosion-resistant conductors with high current carrying capacity that can withstand harsh environments and extreme thermal cycling are available from Anomet Products.

Products • June 26, 2018

POLINOX Hand Pads

POLINOX hand pads from PFERD are a versatile and cost-effective answer to a range of grinding and cleaning needs. Suitable for very fine grinding on small to large surfaces and contours, and for manually cleaning metal and painted surfaces, they are highly flexible, enabling optimal adjustment to the contour of the workpiece. This allows users to access hard-to-reach areas.

Products • June 25, 2018

3/8″ Super Air Wipe

EXAIR's 3/8″ Super Air Wipe produces a 360° airstream that can blow off, dry, clean or cool the material passing through it. The split design can be clamped around continuously moving material such as wire, cable, pipe, hose and extruded shapes.

News • June 8, 2018

C.H. Hanson Co. acquires Pearson Industries Inc.

C.H. Hanson Co., one of the nation's oldest manufacturers, has acquired the assets of Pearson Industries Inc., a manufacturer of ventilators and ventilation accessories.

Articles • June 7, 2018 • Greg Bartlett

Technological advances make laser machining more practical

Over the past 30 years, laser machining has evolved into a formidable industrial practice. Gone are the large, expensive, finicky machines. Now fiber lasers, with their compact size, high reliability and affordable cost, have taken hold.

Products • June 7, 2018

2-Inch Transparent Receiver Laser Alignment Accessory

Pinpoint Laser Systems announces the release of its latest laser alignment accessory, the 2-Inch Transparent Receiver, for receiving laser signals to achieve machinery and equipment alignment.