Expanding Laser Fusion of Metals for Automotive Components
Fraunhofer ILT, Concept Laser develop a super-scale laser fusing machine for automotive parts Robert Brooks Laser fusion proving attractive for Daimler’s automotive designs read more
View ArticleLincoln Buys Three Metal Cutting Technology Suppliers
Adds shape cutting, cutting systems, and tension transducer businesses Robert Brooks Acquiring three ITT businesses continues string of purchases adding metal processing capabilitiesread more
View ArticleMIG Specialists Refocus Brands
Product “migration” distinguishes guns for robotic welding from semi-automatic guns and other MIG products Robert Brooks Separating robotic welding gus from semi-automatic guns, other MIG productsread...
View ArticleCGA, GAWDA Award Distributors for Safety
Awards recognize companies' dedication to improve safety records Robert Brooks Inaugural program for honors safety recordsread more
View ArticleNew Process Combines Two Arc Welding Systems for Best Options
Fronius new system offers high-speed welding with optimal energy input Robert Brooks Fronius combines two arc-welding systems in a single processread more
View ArticleAdvancing Programming for Laser Cutting
ABB robotic laser cutting software increases path accuracy, and programming flexibility Robert Brooks RobotStudio Cutting PowerPac, RobotWare Cutting advance performance for robotic laser cutting...
View ArticleOne-Step Process for Welding Glass
New technology presents manufacturers with possibilities for packaging sensitive components. Robert Brooks Significantly reduced HAZ presents opportunities for packaging MEMS componentsread more
View ArticleAC/DC TIG Welder, Now with More Power
Advanced AC TIG and pulsed TIG outputs improve process and results when welding aluminum, stainless, chrome-moly and thin metals Robert Brooks The advanced AC TIG and pulsed TIG outputs let operators...
View ArticleWelding Inspection Methods for the Oil & Gas Sector
Nine ways to determine the effectiveness of your work M. Younas Malik Basic principles for checking performance and weld integrityread more
View ArticleAC Welding of Aluminum with Arc Voltage Control
Welding procedures must be adapted to address thermal conduction, oxide layers, and aluminum’s propensity for porosity Robert Brooks Address thermal conduction, oxides, and porosityread more
View ArticleWind-Energy Industry Sees Tax Credit Ensuring Growth, Stability
AWEA seeks subsidies for members through 2018 Robert Brooks Wind energy trade group says members need subsidies for six more years in order to prosperread more
View ArticleThe EPA National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP),...
Regulatory changes are altering the scope of emissions controls for welders and fabricators. Learn what is required for your operation, and prepare. Greg Schreier EPA’s updated HAP standard means...
View ArticleNew Products, Education Highlighted at FABTECH in Las Vegas
Manufacturing buyers make their presence known at the SME event Michelle Nash-Hoff Buyers show up, despite doubt-filled forecast for manufacturing for 2013read more
View ArticleNew MIG Gun Speeds Up Neck Replacement
Bernard S-Gun 250-amp MIG gun cuts downtime, saves replacement cost Robert Brooks Locked, rotatable neck cannot be removed easily, but is ready for quick maintenanceread more
View ArticleHypertherm Buys Waterjet Systems Developer
AccuStream adds new cutting technology option Cutting technologies specialist Hypertherm is buying AccuStream, a specialty manufacturer of waterjet cutting systems and products. The terms of the...
View ArticleEnjoying the Benefits of Dual-Operator Welding Systems
Engine-driven welder/generators provide two welding outputs in one machine, getting more work done with less equipment on site and simplifying overall operation. Joe Getter Baseball has Fenway Park...
View ArticleConcept for Cost-Effective Titanium Hydroforming
High-volume automotive exhaust production now possible for multi-purpose metal Titanium has a number of material advantages, starting with its low mass, but it is expensive to use in manufacturing...
View ArticleLincoln Electric Buys Automation System Integrator
“… strengthens our position in welding automation” … welding cells to integrated in-line systems Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc. has started the new year with a continuation of the expansion strategy...
View ArticleIntroducing Plug-and-Play Machine Tending
“Smart” cameras allow robots to “see” parts, adjust accordingly, improving multiple robotic functions ABB Robotics is collaborating with SVIA Industrial Automation, to market SVIA’s PickVision™ system...
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