Fabrication & Cutting

The new SONOPOWER DIGITAL 3S is Weber Ultrasonics' response to stricter requirements in the field of surface technology in terms of both process stability and profitability.

Although marginally faster tooling options had become available, David Turk at BUCHER Emhart Glass was reluctant to change from a tried-and-true parting off tool. But a new product that tripled productivity finally triggered a switch.

The pressure to decrease costs and drive up profitability means getting every ounce of efficiency from machine tools and cutting tools. To this end, shops constantly strive to reduce cycle times and extend tool life. However, while pursuing these goals, it is easy to push tools past their useful life, allowing excessive wear and its corresponding problems to occur.

Effectively directing high-pressure coolant to the cutting zone enhances machinability and extends tool life when cutting heat-resistant superalloys, such as when making parts for the energy industry.

Laser technology has taken hold in the moldmaking industry, offering new possibilities for fabrication, detailing, maintenance and repair.

Osborn announces its new 114-knot cutback brush.

Prima Power Laserdyne has announced availability of the LASERDYNE 430 Series of precision laser systems with up to 20 kW QCW (quasi continuous wave) fiber lasers.

Guyson Corp. has introduced a 72 x 72-inch wet blasting machine with a 1,500-pound capacity powered transfer cart and a gun manipulator that moves the blast nozzles vertically and horizontally in a repeatable programmed routine.

Walter Surface Technologies announced the release of its new mobile application the Bio-Circle Cleaner Selector Guide for use with Apple iOS devices such as the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, as well as Google Android devices.

Mitsubishi Laser debuts its latest laser innovation in its model eX-S, available from MC Machinery Systems Inc.

OMAX Corp. reportedly takes the price-to-performance ratio in abrasive waterjet cutting technology a huge leap forward with the launch of its next generation MAXIEM machines.

Jet Edge says its EDGE X-5 5-axis waterjet system with AquaVision Di Controller cuts precise taper-free parts from virtually any material.