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Texas Iron and Metal announces new metal supply in Houston
- Apr 14, 2014
- Metals/Materials
- News Release
Texas Iron and Metal, a Houston-based provider of stainless steel products, now carries 23 types of products. In addition to pipes for plumbing, oil and gas transportation, and manufacturing and construction projects, the company offers rectangular and square tubing that can be purchased according...
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Rafter ships 24-in. weld box
- Apr 14, 2014
- Roll Forming
- News Release
Rafter Equipment Corp., a manufacturer of tube and pipe mills, roll forming machines, cutoff machines, and other related tube and pipe mill machinery in Strongsville, Ohio, has shipped a 24-in. weld squeeze box to a North American API pipe producer. The box is part of an upgrade to the customer's...
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Software integrated in measuring device for tube quality control
- Apr 14, 2014
- Testing and Measuring
- Product Release
Prodim has developed TubeCheck software for quality control of tubes. Integrated into the company’s Proliner® Tracker 10IS measuring device, the software enables digitization of tubes on the device’s screen for checking. The portable device can measure points and contours with high...
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Carl Bechem GmbH announces formation of Bechem Lubrication Technology
- Apr 14, 2014
- Shop Management
- News Release
Carl Bechem GmbH, Hagen, Germany, has announced that it has completed the acquisition of its joint venture partner’s 50 percent interest in Etna-Bechem Lubricants LLC. Carl Bechem has formed a new company — Bechem Lubrication Technology LLC in Chagrin Falls, Ohio — as a result of this...
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Baltimore light-rail vehicles to use ABB traction technology in retrofit
- Apr 14, 2014
- Automation and Robotics
- News Release
Power and automation technology group ABB, Cary, N.C., has obtained a contract from Alstom Transport to supply new traction converters associated with the modernized train control management system (TCMS) and new electrical control panels for the overhaul of Baltimore’s entire fleet of 53...
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Automated slurry-blast system has 2-axis gun motion
- Apr 14, 2014
- Shop Management
- Product Release
Guyson Corp. has introduced a 72- by 72-in. wet blasting machine with a 1,500-lb.-capacity powered transfer cart and a gun manipulator that moves the blast nozzles vertically and horizontally in a repeatable programmed routine. Designed for wet-blast cleaning, descaling, and prepolish treatment...
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Electro lifting magnets handle loads up to 12,125 lbs.
- Apr 14, 2014
- Shop Management
- Product Release
Lightweight Selecto® continuous-duty electro lifting magnets are available from Eriez®. They can be used individually or in multiples to eliminate the need for hooks, slings, and grabs. The magnets are rated at 100 percent duty cycle for continuous operation. A variety of models are...
- From The Fabricator
Torch lineup includes 4-ft.-long model
- Apr 14, 2014
- Plasma Cutting
- Product Release
Hypertherm has introduced Duramax Hyamp air plasma torches. The line includes long models for extended-reach cutting and a number of robotic torches. The long torches, designed for hand-held cutting, come in two different lengths — 2 ft. and 4 ft. — and two different torch head angles: 45...
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How scalable is contract metal fabrication?
- By Tim Heston
- Apr 14, 2014
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
How big can custom fabrication get? Judging by recent trends at some of the larger contract operations in this country—very, very big.
Vehicle seat manufacturer rolls with the changes
- By Eric Lundin
- Apr 14, 2014
- Tube and Pipe Production
- Article
Freedman Seating Co., founded in the late 19th century, originally manufactured seat cushions for horse-drawn buggies. As gasoline engines displaced animal power, Freedman adapted and today uses the latest technologies, such as CNC tube benders and a laser cutting machine, to stay current with trends in transportation.
- From The Fabricator
Quality assurance gets an upgrade at Eaton Fabricating
- By Tim Heston
- Apr 14, 2014
- Testing and Measuring
- Article
Eaton Fabricating Co. Inc., Grafton, Ohio, revamped its front office and shop floor operation to ensure parts emerge from machines right the first time. The key is that management gives operators time to perform quality assurance checks at every stage in manufacturing.
- From The Fabricator
Salvagnini to open office in Canada
- Apr 11, 2014
- Shop Management
- News Release
Salvagnini Canada ULC, a subsidiary of Salvagnini America, will open a new office and warehouse facility in Mississauga, Ont., on May 1. The office will develop into a service and spare part stocking depot. It will be able to deliver most spare parts directly to Canadian customers. Ultimately,...
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Fabricating next-generation workers
- By Dan Davis
- Apr 11, 2014
- Shop Management
- Blog Post
Many fabricators are sitting on the sidelines when it comes to training their current stable of employees and creating a new generation of workers. In the end, that's bad for business.
- From The Welder
Optrel opens first office in North America
- Apr 10, 2014
- Arc Welding
- News Release
Optrel AG, a provider of auto-darkening filter technology for welding helmets, has opened its first office and distribution center in North America. Operating as Optrel Inc., the East Greenwich, R.I., office manages all customer service, sales, marketing, and distribution for the company’s...
Tube cutting/finishing system produces 5,000 pieces/hr.
- Apr 10, 2014
- Tube and Pipe Fabrication
- Product Release
Rattunde Corp. has introduced the ACS® + CFMtwin tube cutting and finishing system. Equipped with a twin machining head that fits onto the standard head, the machine cuts two tube or bar sections simultaneously, then machines both ends of both workpieces at the same time. The machine can...
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