Fabrication & Cutting

Trotec introduces a new line of CO₂ laser sources from US-based manufacturer Iradion Laser Inc.

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.

UltraFlex, a new portfolio of wear-resistant surface treatments from Kennametal, brings industry-leading wear performance to components with complex geometries in power generation, oil and gas, and many other industries.

Kafko International recently introduced Oil Eater Original, an eco-friendly cleaner and degreaser that is said to disperse grease, oil and grime from machinery, engines, tools, concrete, walls and more.

CGW-Camel Grinding Wheels introduces Premium Quickie Cut Cut-Off Wheels for use with metals, including stainless steel.

PRESTO BLACK BST4 brush-on liquid from Birchwood Casey Co. is an instant acting cold blackener for all iron and non-stainless steels.

Osborn's Standard, Professional and Premium lines of brushes provide a finishing solution for virtually every application and to fit any budget.

Now it is possible to operate an In-House Zinc Phosphate processing system utilizing almost no rinse water. Using MICROLOK MZN with the Near-Zero Water Recycler and Ion Exchange from Birchwood Technologies, water consumption is reduced by 99 percent.

The new CL-400 CO₂ laser cutting system combines Cincinnati Incorporated's most popular, performance-driving features from its CL-800 and CL-900 models in an affordable package for shops looking to add laser-cutting capability.

An optics cleaning kit that includes everything necessary for removing spatter and dirt in the field to help prevent coating damage and improve transmission is available from Laser Research Optics.

The 'thickest' PVD coating for cutting tools.

Laser-assisted sheet metal machining.