Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 12, 2024

A wide range of industries such as aerospace, automotive, mining, oil and gas, machinery manufacturing, and power generation rely on seamless rolled rings, which are critical components used for gears, turbines, bearings, clutches, couplings, drives, flanges, valves, machines, robotics, and other forged shapes. ASME B16.47, and API 6A.

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Fastener News Desk

APRIL 7, 2024

Nucor is also announcing the launch of Nucor Data Systems, a new business unit that will help better serve our customers in the data center infrastructure industry. “We are excited to add SWDP and new teammates to our Nucor family of companies. Nucor, through The David J.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Thornton Engineering, a family-owned manufacturer specialising in structural steel, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, plate work and pile casings, relies on a pivotal supply of industrial gases from Air Liquide Australia. Thornton Engineering is one of the biggest steel fabricators in Australia today,” Boogaard said. “We

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Manufacturer's Monthly

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Renowned Australian steel manufacturer, BlueScope Steel, is one of the early adopters of this technology. BlueScope, an Australian steel manufacturer, is one of Senseye’s customers benefiting from this innovative approach to predictive maintenance.

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Fastener News Desk

OCTOBER 2, 2023

As a steel industry leader, Nucor recognizes the importance of environmental stewardship and continuously challenges ourselves to reduce our emissions even more. Nucor is among the world’s most sustainable steel producers, annually making more than one-quarter of the steel produced in the United States.

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Donlouco

JANUARY 4, 2023

Donlouco is a supplier of quality-assured steel forgings to customers primarily in the hydraulics industry. Closed-Die Drop Forging is Widely Used in Manufacturing Parts. There are many different types of forging that can be used to manufacture steel parts. Our Forged Parts Manufactured From All Steel Grades.

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Modern Machine Shop

OCTOBER 19, 2023

manufactures over 500 styles of retention knobs, each manufactured from American-made 8620 alloy steel that is then machined in-house with single-point threading to imperial (Class 2A UNC) or metric (Class G6) standards. Each component is heat treated to a case depth of 0.020 to 0.030. Photo Credit: T.J.

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Mold Making Technology

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In conversations I recently had with individuals involved in the mold building industry, a variety of perspectives on sustainability emerged, showcasing the multifaceted nature of the term. Educational initiatives to introduce trades to the new generation, making the industry more sustainable has been noted as well.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 31, 2024

With advances in technology, hot runners have many more uses today than they did years ago. They are used to eliminate the cold sprue and runner, which can save you money on scrap when regrind is not an option. You can use multiple hot drops to reduce fill pressures. One case involved brown streaks on a polycarbonate (PC) part.

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Gary Mintchell

MARCH 1, 2023

Providing design and certification support, OEMs, ODMs, and device manufacturers can develop global 5G module solutions with sub-6 and mmWave at a fraction of the cost available today by saving on engineering time, cost, and effort required to enable 5G connectivity using discrete cellular components.

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AU Manufacturing

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) said the new coal caps passed by the New South Wales Parliament today would leave industry exposed by not capping the price of coal sold to steel, chemical, and cement facilities. . The NSW Parliament ratified a bill capping the price of coal used for electricity generation. .

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 17, 2023

bottom right) MoldMaking Technology publishes monthly case studies that offer detailed insights into the real-world application of various technologies and solutions in the moldmaking industry. Each case study typically follows a format that presents: A problem: The specific challenge or issue faced by a moldmaking shop.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

DECEMBER 19, 2023

an industry leading manufacturer of retention knobs, can make custom retention knobs, pull bolts, and other workholding components and accessories to fit older, or obsolete machinery. The use of 8620 ensures that the components will work harden over time, rather than becoming brittle as is the case with the use 9310 alloy steel.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

MAY 30, 2023

A self-draining design, iglidur high-performance plastic and stainless steel ensure an exceptionally hygienic linear guide. Cleaning with chemicals is a daily occurrence for machines in the food processing industry. Special rules apply in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries.

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Plastics News

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Rotomolder forgoes legal fees in prison diversion case Rotational molder Hendren Plastics and its CEO, Jim Hendren, are forgoing $380,000 in court costs they could collect in a long-running legal battle over the company's use of workers from a drug treatment prison diversion program. Gavin Newsom in mid-summer. Lights, Camera, Plastic?

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Manufacturer's Monthly

APRIL 23, 2024

The company specialises in developing advanced robotic welding solutions for industrial applications. Their flagship product is their Spool Welding Robot (SWR), which is designed to automate the welding process for pipe spool fabrication in industries such as oil and gas, power generation, shipbuilding, mining, and construction.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

It is said, the concept of using winches to move large and heavy objects dates to ancient Greece, 5th century BC. The Greeks used winches and pulleys to construct their temples, theatres, and other world-renowned structures, famously known all around the world. Spur gear efficiency – reduces operator effort. Complies with AS 1418.2.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JULY 25, 2022

Designing and manufacturing complex industrial equipment requires attention to detail, and confidence in selecting the right components for each unique design. Matching materials and their specific resilience characteristics to the type of industrial application is crucial to ensure long product life at peak performance. .

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Automation Mag

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The downturn in Canadian manufacturing industry continued in November. According to the report, firms continued to use existing input inventories wherever possible in the face of faster input price inflation. Rates of decline accelerated in both cases, with the net reduction in sales the sharpest since August 2022. in October.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

In the paper and board industry, electricity generation plays a vital role, relying on diverse sources such as coal, natural gas, or biomass. In some cases, the electricity produced is then sold back to the grid – making paper and board mills energy self-sufficient – reducing the reliance on external sources of power.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JULY 22, 2023

When using flux-cored wire, common shielding gas choices are 100% carbon dioxide or an 80/20 argon/CO2 mix. When it comes to solid wire or metal-cored wire, the gas selection is dependent on the transfer mode being used. While MIG is widely used, some operations may still run into issues that require troubleshooting.

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Fastener News Desk

DECEMBER 9, 2022

8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE ) announced today that it has made an equity investment in , a Colorado -based start-up developing a process to produce carbon-free iron that can be used to make steel. CHARLOTTE, N.C. , Dec. Electra’s process results in zero carbon dioxide emissions.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 23, 2024

For a long time during the 1990s and early 2000s, the available output power of industrial sheet-cutting lasers crept upward in fairly small increments. Due to the nature of CO2-based laser sources, there were a lot of difficulties in squeezing extra useful power out of the beam generator.

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21st Century Tech

MARCH 21, 2023

With yesterday’s release of the IPCC’s Sixth Climate Assessment , a document we will review in depth in future postings, it appears there will come a point in time, and likely much sooner than many in the oil industry suspect, when the world will foreswear Alberta’s largess for the purpose of self-preservation.

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Modern Machine Shop

JANUARY 14, 2024

For example, if you regularly use 4-inch and larger face mills for roughing, then more power can make a process run smoother. In the exercise of moving toward “done-in-one” setups, you may find most tool setups are much longer than they were on your three-axis, in which case the power is not usable due to chatter.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

How can manufacturers stay ahead of the competition while also overcoming the increasing challenges posed by difficult-to-machine materials, like high-strength steels? The global EV landscape is also more competitive than the automotive markets of previous decades, as more manufacturers — large and small — compete for space.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

APRIL 29, 2024

Consistent, Easy-to-Use Torch for Welding Conductive Thin-sheet Metal AMADA WELD TECH, Inc. Ideal for the assembly of battery modules and packs, the torch provides consistent welding performance in an easy-to-use format. The Touch Retract Welding Torch is distinguished by its ease of use.

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Manufacturer's Monthly

JUNE 6, 2023

It could be as simple as switching the type of gas used for a welding application or upgrading the gas supply method, right through to more complex activities that support changing the welding process and automation integration. Victorian manufacturer embraces new era of Industry 4.0

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Control Engineering

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Smart cylinders can use continuous or discrete position sensing, providing manufacturers with options, but also questions as to which is best for their particular application and setting. These positions are often set to detect fully retracted and extended positions, but one can also be used to detect mid-stroke position.

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Mold Making Technology

DECEMBER 13, 2023

AddUp has extensive experience in the tooling industry developing applications and materials best suited for mold and tool production. The six companies that have participated in the AM Tooling Study have identified their own case studies for parts which have been manufactured using traditional machining processes.

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Gil Automation

JUNE 30, 2023

Operating in the oil and gas industry can involve various risks and hazards. It is essential for engineers working in this industry to prioritize safety and follow appropriate safety measures to protect themselves and others. Here are some key safety measures for engineers operating in the oil and gas industry: 1.

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Mold Making Technology

MAY 2, 2023

Solution: Using an EOS DMLS printer and MS1 powder, an insert was printed on a stainless build plate, and pre-plumbed to connect extensive conformal cooling channels to the mold’s cooling system. For example, all DMLS mold components are produced in MS1/maraging steel. That plate is usually wire EDM’d away after printing.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 24, 2024

Part marking solutions, including those that use lasers in the production process, enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness by aligning with sustainability goals by minimizing waste, improving energy efficiency, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. s (McHenry, IL) Dot Peen Marker — manufactured in the U.S.

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Canadian Manufacturing

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

“Continental is on the road toward becoming the most progressive manufacturer in the tire industry in terms of sustainability,” said Claus Petschick, Head of Sustainability at Continental Tires. “At At the latest, we aim to use 100 per cent sustainable materials in our tire products by 2050.

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Mold Making Technology

JANUARY 19, 2023

and Husky Technologies Mold manufacturing is an industry that is vast and varied, and so are the challenges that come with it. A single product or service does not provide an industry-wide solution. Using BobART, moldmakers are able to customize tooling, adding 2D or 3D text, shapes, textures and more to existing 3D models.

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Fabricating & Metal Work

JANUARY 24, 2024

These were driven in part by safety to eliminate the presence of personnel in aisles, consistency in handling procedures and to maximize order fulfilment, while also having a backup manual mode in case of power outages or internet disruptions. With a lift capacity of 5,000 kg/11,000 lbs. Hyster Co.’s

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Manufacturer's Monthly

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Dr Matt Dingle, FormFlow founder, began to explain the Australian company’s bending technology for corrugated steel by relating it to origami. By folding it in a particular way, you don’t stretch or compress the material at all, using surprisingly little force you can create the bends that we’ve created without damaging the coating.

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