General Machining & Manufacturing Processes

Cincinnati Inc. (CI) has introduced its newly enhanced 60-ton Autoform hydraulic press brake. This next iteration of the 60-ton Autoform is the company's first compact hydraulic machine available with a 6-axis backgage and a full 6-foot long bed length.

Universal Robots continues to address the automation skills gap with its new Application Builder tool that eases robotic cell configuration and deployment while raising robot literacy and capabilities. Application Builder walks customers through the entire process of building a successful UR robot application that is optimized for throughput and cost. The online configuration tool provides a step-by-step process to choose the right robot and end-of-arm tooling, to walk through the pros and cons of different configuration options, and to learn the skills required to complete a full solution.

Kelsi Maree Borland writes that e-commerce has become the principal, or at least the most fervent, driver of industrial activity in the United States and particularly in Southern California, which is home to some of the country's tightest industrial markets. While e-commerce dominates U.S. industrial activity, manufacturing activity is still booming—south of the border. Mexico has picked up much of the industrial manufacturing business, and as a result the north Baja industrial region is seeing record-breaking stats.

Sunnen Products Co. has applied its bore sizing and finishing expertise to the high-production skiving and roller burnishing process. The result is the new SHD skiving/roller burnishing system that is 60 to 70 percent faster than traditional honing and engineered to deliver precise tolerances and quality surface finishes.

AMCOL Corp. introduces electronic control and PLC (Programable Logic Controller) integration to its 6000 series precision lubrication systems for true minimum quantity lubrication (MQL). MQL incorporates extremely accurate spray equipment to place minute amounts of concentrated lubricants to the cutting tool/workpiece interface to maximize tool life and provide a near dry environment. Applications include sawing, machining, forming, piercing and stamping.

OMAX offers the versatile 80X with Tilt-A-Jet taper-compensation technology. OMAX Corp.s 80X Series JetMachining Centers incorporate multiple table sizes and a customizable work envelope for precise abrasive waterjet cutting of large components and multiple-part projects.

Waldmann Lighting introduces its newest energy-efficient, industrial-grade spot light – RAPTOR. No more shutting down machines to change the light bulbs.

Waldmann Lighting introduces MLD, a complementary new addition to its magnifier luminaire portfolio. For any application where attention to detail is paramount, MLD magnifier luminaire features glare- and distortion-free 3.5 diopter magnification with a large, wide 6.3-inch diameter lens.

The flexible ALD arm-mounted luminaire impresses with the latest LED technology, 3D head joint and perfectly balanced, adjustable arm. Also, ALD's wide area of illumination, on/off and continuous dimming touch panel, and glare-free illumination ensure maximum ergonomic working conditions for assembly area activities that can last extended periods of time.

Waldmann introduces WLA – a no-nonsense overhead solution for lighting benches and assembly areas. Its strong, anodized aluminum housing, specially designed PMMA lens and premium LEDs ensure 50,000 hours maintenance-free operation.

Waldmann Lighting announces the update of the ACANEO high bay luminaire, ideal for the full ambient illumination of large commercial or industrial facilities with ceilings of up to 100 feet, with its new ACANEO Extreme model. The ACANEO's sealed, closed design and strong, aluminum housing has been very effective in protecting inside mechanics and electronics from dust, humidity, oils or vapors.

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