Monthly Archives: November 2009

The Cutting Edge of Waterjet Cutting

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Waterjet cutting tools can now cut virtually any material.
By John Teresko reprinted from industryweek.com
The experts call waterjet cutting the fastest growing major machine tool segment in the world. The reason? “With the advent of abrasive waterjet methods, the technology has quickly evolved to efficiently and accurately cut virtually any material,” says Mohamed Hashish, senior vice president of technology at Flow International Corp. Read More »

Robotic Welding Arm Increases Productivity

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Metal Werks was started as a sheet metal shop with welding capabilities in 1991. Since that time Mark has seen his business, as well as, the demand for welded products grow. Read More »

Messer CNC Plasma Cutting Machine the EdgeMax H

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EdgeMax H CNC Plasma Cutting Machine
The EdgeMax H by Messer MG Systems is a CNC plasma cutting machine designed for the smaller shop. It’s a compact machine with a rugged unitized steel table/frame, full capture bearing assemblies, and a low mass aluminum beam. Driven by dual brushless AC motors, the EdgeMax provides fast acceleration, precise motion, and a very stable cutting platform. One plasma torch and tub table come standard. Optional accessories may be added to customize your EdgeMax. Read More »

Lean Fabrication with Peddinghaus Structural Steel Equipment

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Trinity Steel – Lean Fabrication in the Lone Star State
It was shortly after his service in World War II when Roy Karnes Sr. started his career in steel fabrication. Little did he know that he would someday become the Vice President of International Steel, a Houston based fabricator and grow to be a well respected professional in the steel fabrication community. So well known and respected that in 1976 he would eventually be urged to branch off and start his own business in Trinity, Texas. Read More »

Smart System Software Shortens Lead Time

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Mazak’s Smart System Software
Mazak Smart System is the PC based 2D CAD/CAM system that enables you to eliminate manual, non-productive steps in sheet metal processing and go to actual production quicker than ever before. It allows you to create accurate drawings while at the same time preparing the geometry for processing—no matter what your experience level is. Read More »