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Tru Temp Finishing System
High quality black oxide finishes, with zero/minimal labor cost, are achieved when using the new Birchwood Technologies CNC TRU TEMP finishing system.
HSMWorks 2015
Autodesk announced the release of HSMWorks 2015, a fully integrated CAM solution for users of SolidWorks software.
MSC opens Ohio facility
MSC Industrial Supply, Melville, N.Y., opened its fifth distribution center, or Customer Fulfillment Center, in Columbus, Ohio. The distributor of MRO supplies marked the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. MSC first announced plans for the new facility in 2012 when it purchased the 70-acre plot where the 400,000 sq.-ft. facility now sits.
Seco Tools among Michigan’s
For the sixth year in a row, Corp! magazine named Seco Tools LLC one of "Metropolitan Detroit's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For," for providing a highly motivating and rewarding work experience to employees, the company said.
Polygon hosts National Manufacturing Day
Polygon Solutions is one of a group of Florida manufacturers that has volunteered to host events during National Manufacturing Day Oct. 3. About 1,300 events are scheduled throughout the U.S. This is the third year of the event, and the third year the Fort Myers-based company is participating.
Minn. manufacturers promote local business
On Aug. 11, Hutchinson, Minn.-area businesses partnered with the local Economic Development Authority (EDA), the Southwest Initiative Foundation, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development as part of a statewide initiative to promote Minnesota as a viable manufacturing area for businesses that are considering locations in the U.S.
Modern Industries demos mPower SpeedLoc system
Modern Industries demonstrates mPower SpeedLoc workholding system at IMTS 2014.
OMAX debuts MicroMAX Abrasive Waterjet machine at IMTS 2014
OMAX debuts its MicroMAX Abrasive Waterjet machine at IMTS 2014.
Starrag demonstrates Bumotec S191 Linear mill turn machine
Starrag demonstrates Bumotec S191 Linear mill turn machine at IMTS 2014.
