Fabrication & Cutting

Guyson Corp. has engineered and manufactured a seven-axis robotic grit-blast system that automatically changes between blasting tools to perform critical surface preparation work around the exterior of complex-shaped components, as well as recesses and interior surfaces of the parts.

Walter Surface Technologies (WST) announced key enhancements to its cutting edge line of flap discs branded as Enduro-Flex and Enduro-Flex Turbo for metal finishing applications, earning high marks in finishing performance, removal rate and cost efficiency.

LaserLinc is introducing the SmartLinc processor, a device for direct interface from LaserLinc's laser micrometers to control systems.

Featuring a non-halogen filler, Master Bond's EP21FRNS-2 curing epoxy passes UL 94V-0 testing for flame retardancy in potting, encapsulation and casting applications.

The TM 1000 TaskMaster from Micro Air Clean Air Systems offers shop and plant air cleaning versatility.

In last month's column, the Shop Technology column observed that chip thinning is one of the key concepts programmers and machinists should understand. Presented in this month's column is further discussion about how chip thinning can enhance productivity.

Machined metal parts require packaging to protect them in demanding handling, shipping and storage situations, including humid and outdoor environments. Part makers need be aware of how to protect their parts so their hard work is not lost to corrosion or damage.

With its EcoCSteam system, Durr Ecoclean has developed a new eco-friendly cleaning technology that reliably removes both particulate and film-type contamination from parts and surfaces of diverse materials without any use of chemicals.

Brush Research Manufacturing (BRM), makers of the Flex-Hone tool, is showing manufacturers how to automate deburring and surface finishing with professional-grade NamPower abrasive disc brushes in a just-released YouTube video.

Mitsubishi EDM/Laser offers its new Fiber Laser line.

A collection of machine tool products compiled by the editors of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine.

For manufacturers facing complex or stringent machining or finishing issues, electrochemical machining (ECM) is a notable process by which material can be removed inµm increments, reaching areas unreachable by other methods. To support the ECM process, Kennametal Extrude Hone has designed an electrolyte cleaning unit called HYDROM as an add-on to electrochemical machines.