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Epson Announces Availability of New 3kg & 20kg LSB-Series SCARA Robots Notable, new and improved features include batteryless encoder, a lower cable duct profile that is ideal for hard to reach work cell layouts, built-in camera cable for easy vision system setup, and new top-of-arm layout for enhanced usability. Epson’s LS3-B SCARA robots are perfect for factories looking for maximum value without giving up performance. They are ideally suited for applications such as assembly, pick and place, kitting, dispensing, and more. The LS20-B SCARA robots are perfect for higher payload applications such as large component pick and place, machine load/unload, palletizing, mechanical assembly, industrial part transfer, and more.
» For more information, visit www.epsonrobots.com ESAB Introduces GCE Specialty Gas and Valve Product Lines In North America
Since completing the acquisition of Gas Control Equipment (GCE) in October 2018, ESAB Welding & Cutting Products has focused on aligning its global product offerings and innovations into four focus areas: cutting and welding, healthcare, specialty gas equipment and cylinder valves. Furthering the global integration, ESAB today announced that North American distributors and end-users now have full access to the GCE Druva ® specialty gas equipment and GCE Valves product lines. The GCE Druva product line focuses on products for the control and distribution of high-purity and specialty gases used in research and manufacturing processes.
» For more information, visit www.esab.com and us.gcegroup.com
New EasySwitch Vac Simplifies the Process of Vacuuming Wet and Dry Materials
EXAIR’s new EasySwitch ® Wet-Dry Vac simplifies the filter change process when switching from vacuuming a dry material to a liquid or vice versa. Utilizing minimal compressed air, the EasySwitch is a powerful pneumatic vacuum that is ideal for any application - wet, dry, light and heavy. The fast and tool-less conversion to vacuuming liquids is done by releasing one latch, removing the filter element and securing the latch. The EasySwitch is designed to handle the toughest of industrial cleanup jobs with ease. With EXAIR’s patent pending design, the EasySwitch vacuum uses a standard or HEPA certified filter when vacuuming dry material.
GROB Systems Announces Linear Pallet Storage System for Numerous Machine Types GROB Systems announces its newly developed linear pallet storage system (PSS-L) – a highly automated, flexible manufacturing line that complements a wide variety of part types. The PSS-L is ideally suited as a modular system for individual machines or for interlinking the same machining systems. With it, up to five machine tools – including the G550a, G552 and G552T – can be connected to a pallet storage racking with a maximum of 87 pallet positions. The PSS-L can also operate “locked out” of a system, as an independent machine. Additionally, with the PSS-L, a significant increase in machine utilization and economic production can be achieved.
» For more information, visit www.grobgroup.com/en/
Dual Force Precision Vise from Palmgren The Dual Force Precision vises from Palmgren combine quality, high precision and wide clamping capacities—all at an affordable price. These premium vises are ideally suited for everyday use from high production environments to rapid prototyping machine shops. The vises are equipped with the Dual Force anti-lifting mechanism. This design provides a 1/2 pound of downward force for every pound of horizontal force. The vises feature a sealed friction reducing needle thrust bearing to help clamping pressure and reduce drag. Palmgren, now in its second century, is a C.H. Hanson brand.
» For more information, visit www.palmgren.com
New TURNPWR Control by ACU-RITE Makes Debut The new TURNPWR control is a workshop-oriented turning control that enables the user to program conventional machining operations right at the machine in an easy-to-use conversational programming language. It is designed for turning machine tools with up to two axes. TURNPWR was developed to satisfy the wants and needs of lathe machinists where manual and automated operation are both useful and needed. TURNPWR promises to enable the user to maximize throughput by significantly reducing set-up time, scrap and other non-productive operations, thereby increasing efficiency, productivity and profitability.
» For more information, visit www.heidenhain.us
designers and builders of hydraulic products and custom assemblies
power units… As designers and builders of custom hydraulic assemblies, MacMillin offers solutions for both your system and physical requirements. Wide range of capacities and components to suit every application. Both horizontal and vertical configurations.
circuit-block manifolds… With MacMillin “Circuit Blocks”, numerous valves and controls can be plugged in to a single space-saving manifold. Eliminates troublesome plumbing problems, such as leaking or broken hose and pipe connections, that can cause system failure.
pump motor mounts… Strong lightweight aluminum alloy castings completely enclose motor shaft and coupling, providing greater safety and quieter operation. Assures accurate alignment without bedplates, brackets or shims. Fractional to 200 hp motors.
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Platinum Tooling Named North American Distributor for Technicrafts Effective immediately, Platinum Tooling Technologies, Inc., will be selling products from Tecnicrafts Industries, a manufacturer of collets and guide bushings for Swiss Type CNC Lathes. Tecnicrafts is an ISO 9001:2015 Certified company, with its manufacturing plant in South India with state-of-the-art machine tools and 115 technicians. Tecnicrafts collets and guide bushings are exclusively used for Swiss Turning applications on Citizen-Cincom, Tsugami, Star, Tornos, Hanwha, Traub, Hardinge, Manurhin-Kmx, Miyano, Nomura and other popular machine brands and are widely recognized and accepted by customers in Europe and Asia.
» For more information, visit www.platinumtooling.com
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“Absolutly, no time. Zero time adjusting the tool.” - Randy, CNC Lathe Programmer Renishaw Launches A New Version of Fixturebuilder 3D-Modelling Software The software allows users to design metrology fixturing set-ups without having to use co-ordinate measuring machines (CMM) and other inspection devices. This reduces the amount of set-up time and increases productivity. It can be used with a CAD model of the part, which is imported into FixtureBuilder. The entire fixturing set-up, along with the part, can then be exported into inspection programming software. In FixtureBuilder 8.0, users can now model fixtures that use the innovative Renishaw QuickLoad™ rail system, which is used on CMMs and provides a secure workholding position when used in conjunction with QuickLoad base plates.
» For further information, visit www.renishaw.com
Rockford Systems Redefines Metalworking Machine Safeguarding with Launch of PROTECTOR ™ Series Shields
PROTECTOR Series Shields are constructed of 14-gauge powdercoated steel and thick 3/16" shock-proof, scratch-resistant polycarbonate, creating an extremely tough, rigid and durable safety shield that protects operators from flying debris, lubricants, coolants and swarf. They incorporate cool, bright LED lighting into the shield frame to yield superior visibility of the work area, thereby improving the safety and satisfaction of the operator. Further, PROTECTOR shields are modular in design and easily configurable to tailor a custom fit for any machine application, thereby optimizing employee safety and generating a positive ROI.
Siemens Introduces New Servo Drive System Simplifying Motion Control for Machine Builders With its Sinamics S210 converter designed specifically for use with the newly developed Simotics S-1FK2 motors, Siemens is offering a new and innovative servo drive system in an initial offering from 50–750 watts. The converters come with integrated safety functions and enable rapid engineering via motion technology objects in Simatic S7-1500 controllers. They are connected to higher-level controllers via Profinet and are quickly and easily programmed by automatic motor parameterization and one-button tuning. Typical uses for this new drive system include packaging machines, handling applications such as pick-and-place, wood and plastics processing, as well as life sciences and digital printing.
» For more information, visit usa.siemens.com/sinamics-s210
HC10XP Robot Facilitates Collaborative Welding for Increased Productivity Specifically designed to add robotic welding capacity to current production, the six-axis HC10XP humancollaborative robot enables operation with or in close proximity to human workers. Ideal for supplementing manual welding or for rolling up to large, heavy workpieces with its 1,200 mm reach, the 10-kg payload HC10XP can be easily repurposed depending on production needs. Meeting established safety standards, the HC10XP features Power and Force Limiting (PFL), where dual channel torque sensors in all joints constantly monitor force to quickly react. The HC10XP also offers precision hand-guiding, facilitating easy programming for fast implementation of a robot system.
Siemens Digital Industries Software announces the 2021 version of Solid Edge ® software, which includes design capability enhancements such as new subdivision modeling and improved reverse engineering performance with new deviation analysis. A new artificial intelligence-powered adaptive user interface to predict next steps, and a seamless integration with 3dfind.it, an intelligent 3D model search engine powered by CADENAS, can be used to save valuable time in the upfront design phase. Enhancements have been made across the Solid Edge portfolio including fast, accurate 2D layout of industrial control panels with new cabinet panel design capabilities, and an optimized integration between flow and structural simulation.
» For more information, visit siemens.com/whats-new-in-solid-edge-2021
C-FRAME PRESSES
Heavy Gauge Steel Design Press Bed bolted on, not welded, to prevent distortion. Large press bed to accommodate a variety of tooling other than just punching. Pump, motor, valve and reservoir are all easily accessible for maintenance. Large rectangular tubes used at base of machine to give safe, instant portability.
HYDRAULIC MACHINES OF IOWA A Division of Betenbender Mfg. Inc
