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ABCO Automation Inc. Uses 3,000 MISUMI Automation Components to Engineer a High-Speed Packaging Machine Q&A with Dr. Max Siebert, Co-Founder and CEO of Replique Interview with Dr. oec. HSG Dr. phil. Jörn Lengsfeld, a German economist, management expert and communication scientist Why Robotic Automation is the Future in Manufacturing 5 Ways Tech Can Help You Jump Ahead On Maintenance Issues In Metal Manufacturing

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CASE STUDY ABCO Automation Inc. Uses 3,000 MISUMI Automation Components to Engineer a High-Speed Packaging Machine

COMPANY PROFILE Q&A with Dr. Max Siebert, CoFounder and CEO of Replique

INTEGRATIONS Interview with Dr. oec. HSG Dr. phil. Jörn Lengsfeld, a German economist, management expert and communication scientist

MACHINES Why Robotic Automation is the Future in Manufacturing

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Editor's Choice Welcome to the third quarterly edition of Industrial Machinery Digest for 2022! Hard to believe this year is nearly over, but here we are. And we’re so glad you’re here with us!

This issue focuses on all things robot- and automation-related, including: robofacturing, additive manufacturing, industry trends and insights, the latest news, innovative products, and more.

While robotic automation and even semi-robotic automation (like co-bots) are becoming more and more commonplace across the industrial machining and manufacturing space, these methods are still met with some degree of concern and weariness. What will this mean for the already dwindling workforce? What about the existing aging workforce that may not know how to program or operate this technologically advanced equipment? Is this something that is tangible or realistic for small- to medium-sized manufacturers?

We answer these questions and more in this issue.

Inside, you’ll find a compelling Q&A with Dr. oec. HSG Dr. phil. Jörn Lengsfeld, a German economist, management expert, and communication scientist who has regularly contributed to Industrial Machinery Digest throughout this year. He holds research doctorates from the University of St. Gallen (doctor oeconomiae) and the Philosophical Faculty of the University of Erfurt (doctor philosophiae) and knows a great deal about modern manufacturing practices and automation. In this conversation, you’ll learn all about seemingly sci-fi-esque styles of manufacturing including robofacturing, which is a form of production characterized by flexible robotic collaboration, as well as dark factories, lights-out manufacturing, and what it means to operate a truly automated facility (both for plant operators and their human staff, which remains a crucial element to automation success).

You’ll also find another conversation with Dr. Max Siebert, co-founder and CEO of Replique, which is the first fully encrypted digital inventory 3D printing/additive manufacturing (AM) platform that offers OEMs a secure and sustainable way of providing spare parts on demand, anytime, anywhere, to their customers; as well as a case study from our friends at MISUMI that shows how working with configurable components transformed the thinking behind designing and building custom machines at ABCO Automation.

Happy reading, my friends! And please do not hesitate to reach out with any comments, questions, or article ideas. I’d love to hear from you.

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The completion of the merger allows UltiMaker to work towards consolidating both organizations and product lines. Combining both companies’ product portfolios will allow UltiMaker to offer a wide range of products for different applications to customers across the globe.

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New private company will focus on accelerating 3D printing innovation and global adoption of desktop 3D printing solutions MakerBot and Ultimaker, two leaders in desktop 3D printing, today announced the completion of their merger. Under the new brand, UltiMaker, the company aims to provide easy-to-use and accessible 3D printing hardware, software, and materials for any application, driving the industry to a future state of responsible and sustainable manufacturing.

Combining both companies’ products platform under one roof, UltiMaker will continue to offer a wide range of solutions to customers, with well-established brands such as the MakerBot METHOD®, MakerBot SKETCH®, and MakerBot Replicator® 3D printers, and MakerBot CloudPrint™ as well as the Ultimaker 2+ Connect, Ultimaker S3, Ultimaker S5, and Ultimaker S5 Pro Bundle. In addition, the open communities, Ultimaker Cura and MakerBot Thingiverse® will continue to be managed by the new company.

The newly formed entity will invest capital to accelerate growth, drive new product innovation, further research and development, and strengthen its presence across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific through market expansions. Nadav Goshen will spearhead the new company as its CEO, while former Ultimaker CEO Jürgen von Hollen has decided to leave the business after assisting with the integration and transition plans for the new company over the coming months.

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KUKA Brings Casting and Foundry Automation Expertise to the FUNDI EXPO 2022 Making its first appearance at the FUNDI EXPO in Monterrey, Mexico, KUKA Robotics will spotlight end-to-end automation solutions and applications expertise for the casting and foundry industry in booth #929. Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to meet with experienced industry personnel and discuss the company’s latest innovations for increasing production efficiency and throughput.

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SIGMA LS is available with femtosecond laser options from 5 to 40 watts and both infrared (IR) and green wavelength options. Both air-cooled and water-cooled laser options are available. SIGMA LS features an easy-access control panel for communications with common industrial control systems. Sensitive optical components are contained in a positive pressure environment to prevent contamination. The galvanometer scan head comes with multiple lens options for accurate, high-speed beam delivery and scanner and laser control software is provided with a GUI tailored to the application. Also available are an optional fixed-optic focus head and on-axis (throughthe-lens) and off-axis vision options. A rigid aluminum structure with a protective sheet metal enclosure ensures system robustness.

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An emerging trend for years, electric vehicles continue to make steady inroads in the automotive market. Most prominently, in August California regulators agreed to ban the sale of new gasoline-fueled cars by 2035. From a corporate standpoint, Ford is investing $30 billion toward its goal of making half its vehicles electric by 2030, while GM’s $35 billion investment through 2025 targets zero overall emissions. In addition, Volkswagen and Germany-based engineering giant Siemens are pouring nearly half a billion dollars into doubling its North American charging station infrastructure over the next two years.

In addition to their obvious environmental advantages, e-vehicles also bring a modicum of manufacturing ease, as they require fewer mechanical components than their conventional combustion engine counterparts. However, unsurprisingly e-vehicles have decidedly more electrical components requiring proper labeling and protection to ensure long-term functionality.

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ABCO Automation Inc. Uses 3,000 MISUMI Automation Components to Engineer a High-Speed Packaging Machine

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ABCO Automation Inc. in Greensboro, North Carolina, has consistently decreased costs and increased profits by constantly looking for new opportunities to source custom components used in machine builds.

ABCO Automation, Inc. is not a typical custom machine builder because the company builds machines for a vast number of industries as opposed to a single focus on a few select industries. “We have an extremely diversified customer base, which is crucial to our success,” explains Brad Kemmerer, the President of ABCO Automation.

Kemmerer noted that by servicing customers from a variety of industries, ABCO is less susceptible to economic fluctuations that may impact any single industry. “If an industry goes into an economic slump this does not affect ABCO because we have a diversified customer portfolio covering many industries,” noted Kemmerer. ABCO is well positioned to face competition within industries with this diversified business model.

As Kemmerer further elaborates, “The other side to a diversified customer portfolio is that you face a lot of competition, which puts a lot of cost, time, and performance pressures on us.” This creates an environment where ABCO must rely heavily on continual innovation if it is to remain competitive in the extremely dynamic custom machine building market.

Competition and sustainable growth in such a market requires that ABCO develop long term, mutually beneficial relationships with customers. To this end, ABCO is committed to providing customers with a single source for innovative solutions, automation services, and manufacturing support. ABCO has found these to be key contributors to programmatic success; the company prides itself on exceeding expectations for quality, execution, and service in all customer interactions. Kemmerer explains, “In this business we see competitors come and go all the time so it’s either you dedicate yourself to your customers and put them first or you simply disappear.”

The search for a cost-effective component solution ABCO is constantly searching for new sourcing methods for the custom components it uses in projects with the goal of reducing the total quantity of custom components

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The MISUMI component list for this machine includes: linear shafts, flanged linear bushings, strut clamps, locating pins, locating bushings, belts, bearings, plates, bolts, and rollers.

that are employed in machine builds — including a more cost-effective source for machined linear shafts.

The procurement process for usable machined shafts entailed first purchasing blank linear shafts from a distributor and then machining the shafts using the internal machine shop resources at ABCO. This process was quite costly for ABCO, and in looking for ways to save resources, the company reached out to MISUMI and discovered configurable linear shafts with the ability to specify length, diameter, shaft end style, material and surface treatment.

Furthermore, drawings are not required because ABCO engineers can use the MISUMI online CAD Configurator to design shafts to their specifications and then download the corresponding native CAD files directly from the MISUMI website. This revelation made ABCO quickly realize that it would be far more cost and time effective to procure MISUMI linear shafts instead of blank linear shafts, requiring secondary machining operations, which had been ABCO’s previous workflow.

From this realization, ABCO began investigating other custom components they could replace with MISUMI configurable components. “We found that by reducing the number of custom components per machine we are

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ABCO Chooses MISUMI’s Configurable Component Solution As ABCO increased its use of configurable components within designs, the benefits associated with decreasing the use of custom components was soon realized on a larger scale across a number of diverse projects. “When we first started doing business with MISUMI, I was immediately impressed with the precision that goes into every component and the fact that what you configure is what you get,” said Pescariu.

ABCO had experienced problems with custom components mostly due to the fact that no two components were exactly the same. As Pescariu explains, it’s common to occasionally come across a “one of a kind” component that can’t be copied exactly.

However, it’s easy to design a configurable component to the required specifications and then simply reorder that particular component whenever it is needed by procuring the part using the component's part number. To this end, the machine component modularity increases as the configurable components are introduced in an increasing number of machine designs. In total each packaging machine contained approximately 10,000 components. Out of the approximate 10,000 components, around 3,000 were MISUMI components.

At ABCO, this turned out to be the deciding factor when choosing MISUMI as a supplier for the design and build of several high-speed, high-performance packaging machines. “As is typical in this business we were under an extremely tight deadline and also knew that we would have to duplicate this machine and build the exact machine several times for this customer,” explained Pescariu. ABCO Sales Engineer Paul Mellander further explained that in the custom machine design industry, duplicating machines can be a significant challenge to overcome, especially when dealing with custom components.

This is why Pescariu began studying the MISUMI catalog to better understand how many configurable components ABCO could use on these machines. “Unlike custom components, MISUMI configurable components offer native CAD files that can be downloaded from their website as well as short lead times, published prices and part numbers for every configured component, which can easily be added to the bill of material,” noted Pescariu. Mellander adds that these features take the guesswork out of the design process, and the available native CAD files save large quantities of engineering time.

This, coupled with the fact that MISUMI does not have a minimum order quantity or set-up charges and boasts a 99.95% on-time delivery rating for all its products, shows that MISUMI brings a significant amount of value to its customers. “The deadline for the design and build of these

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“For a project of this size if we would have needed to draw and machine all the mechanical components, it could have increased the tooling costs by 5 times,” estimated Senior Mechanical Engineer, Dan Pescariu.

“Unlike custom components, MISUMI configurable components offer: native CAD files that can be downloaded from their web portal, short lead-times, published prices, and part numbers that can easily be added to the bill of material,” noted Senior Mechanical Engineer, Dan Pescariu.

packaging machines was just a couple months, but once I knew that we were using MISUMI as a supplier I felt more comfortable committing to such a tight deadline with the customer,” explained Mellander.

Reducing the total of components needed for machinery With the speed and performance that was needed for these packaging machines, the design and build process must be flawlessly executed. As Pescariu explained, when dealing with multi-axis machines with high speed and high-performance requirements, the company cannot afford design compromises because the design inherently requires high precision components. As mentioned earlier, Pescariu was extremely impressed with the quality and precision of MISUMI configurable components, which made him comfortable using MISUMI to source components for this particular project. The MISUMI component list

for this machine included linear shafts, flanged linear bushings, strut clamps, locating pins, locating bushings, belts, bearings, plates, bolts and rollers.

By using configurable components instead of custom components, Pescariu found that he was able to significantly reduce the total component count of the machine. According to Pescariu, this accelerated the machine design and build process because the machine components fit together so well. This also led to a shortening of the machine testing phase as well; taken together, both of these factors contributed to the massive success of the machine design and build. Additionally, the machine was easier to duplicate which should lead to long-term benefits including lower maintenance and less machine downtime.

Reducing component count equals cost savings ABCO President Brad Kemmerer expects his engineers to meet their design and build budgets and encourages them to beat the budget consistently. “We were able to come in under budget for the design and build of these packaging machines and I can honestly say this is due to using as many MISUMI components as we could on the machine,” stated Pescariu. In total, each packaging machine contained approximately 10,000 components. Of these, approximately 3,000 were MISUMI components.

“Making one-third of the machine from MISUMI played a huge role in the success of this project,” stated Pescariu.

He then further explained previously ABCO would have had to draw and machine many of these components. “For a project of this size if we would have needed to draw and machine all the mechanical components, it could have increased the tooling costs by 5 times,” estimated Pescariu.

Sales Engineer Paul Mellander further explained that before the company discovered MISUMI, on a project of this size, it was easy for ABCO to max-out the capacity of all the local machine shops as they attempted to fabricate all the custom components required for the project. However, by replacing the custom components with configurable components this is no longer a problem. “Coming in under budget for a project of this size is huge for us and our customer and makes us understand the importance of the configurable component,” noted Mellander.

The long-term benefits of MISUMI’s configurable solution Working with configurable components has really changed the thinking behind designing and building custom

According to ABCO President Brad Kemmerer expects his engineers to meet their design and build budgets and encourages them to beat their budgets on a consistent basis.

machines at ABCO Automation. Pescariu explained that previously the idea was to first design the machine then spec as many standard components as possible, backfilling the rest with custom designed components. However, now the thinking is: first specify the standard components, then specify as many configurable components as possible.

In turn, this decreases the number of custom components and ABCO directly reaps the benefits. ABCO believes that using MISUMI as a supplier of configurable and standard components has greatly benefited the business as it directly benefits ABCO customers as well. “I’ve never seen a company that announces yearly price reductions on its most popular products, but as MISUMI reaches higher sales volumes on these products the production costs decrease and MISUMI passes these savings on to ABCO,” stated Pescariu.

Along with competitive pricing, MISUMI never requires a minimum order quantity or set up charge on a product portfolio of 280,000 metric and inch components.

Additionally, MISUMI has a 99.97% on-time delivery rating on all its products and a web portal that allows engineers to download native CAD files and place orders on its entire product catalog.

This case study was also published in the October 2022 print edition of Industrial Machinery Digest. To explore MISUMI components for your machine designs, visit misumiusa.com.

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Q&A with Dr. Max Siebert, Co-Founder and CEO of Replique Tell us a little about yourself, Dr. Siebert, and Replique.

After finalizing my PHD in material science at the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research, I worked for several years at BASF as the head of the data-to-value team. In 2020, I co-founded Replique, and I am currently serving as its CEO. I’m passionate about new technologies, digitalization, and digital business models, especially in the B2B sector.

Replique provides the first fully encrypted 3D printing platform that makes spare part management and the production of small series more sustainable. Combining our digital inventory and a network of additive manufacturing professionals, we offer an end-to-end solution from qualification to production and shipment.

Give me some background information on Replique and how it got to where it is today.

Replique is the first fully encrypted digital inventory 3D printing/additive manufacturing (AM) platform that offers OEMs a secure and sustainable way of providing spare parts on demand, anytime, anywhere, to their customers.

We achieve this by combining our digital inventory platform with a global decentralized 3D printing network of qualified industrial AM professionals. Via this combination,

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we offer OEMs an end-to-end solution from design to manufacturing and part shipment, which can be fully integrated into B2B processes like ERP systems.

I think it’s relevant to mention the importance of our partnerships in progressing us to where we are today.

Partnerships create mutual benefits and synergies that improve products for end-customers. In 3D printing this has proven to be a main enabler to scale industrial production. From our own perspective, close collaborations are essential to achieving the best solution. An ecosystem where service providers, material producers, and print farms worldwide are connected is how we build a better service.

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Basically, Replique is an attractive solution for everybody producing small series and having to serve the aftermarket. As a consequence, our customer industries range from transportation, automotive, construction, pharma, and healthcare up to consumer goods and heavy machinery business. In fact, everybody who has a large inventory and is in need to get a reliable part supply with efficient total cost of ownership fits into our scope.

We've seen how large-scale manufacturers benefit from additive manufacturing in terms of increasing production without compromising quality or reliability of the products. But in what ways do smalland medium-scale manufacturers benefit from this technology?

Small- and medium-scale manufacturers benefit from the same things you mention, as well as both timeand cost-savings thanks to the fundamental agility and efficiency-driving capabilities of AM when compared to traditional manufacturing methods.

For SMEs, the value-proposition for AM makes perfect sense and enables the production of low-volume parts quickly and cost-effectively – particularly valuable when it comes to spare parts. This is mainly due to the fact that additional costs are eliminated. With an on-demand production model and the use of a digital inventory, you can minimize your storage and related costs. Moreover, you

can reduce your transport costs and avoid administrative formalities with decentralized production. In the case of spare parts, you can further reduce the downtime costs of your customers, as parts are available on-demand in case of machine failures. Our customers are able to scale easily across country borders and have a large capacity and the most effective solution for every part on their fingertips.

They do not need to spend a lot of time in onboarding and qualification of service bureaus. As we work with the best providers out there, we can always secure capacity as we bring relevant business to the service bureaus. Our customers profit from the expansive experience we have gathered from all industrial cases we have worked on.

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Where do you see additive manufacturing heading in the next 5, 10, 20 years or more as more companies and industries embrace IIoT technology and modern manufacturing practices?

I think AM will continue to establish itself as the manufacturing technology of choice for companies large and small, and – as we are already witnessing continue to take ground from existing manufacturing technologies that are inherently less agile, slower, and more costly insofar as total cost of ownership (TCO). I think the development of certain AM technologies will

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further drive this change; for example SAF technology that now enables the cost-effective production of much higher volumes of parts in the tens of thousands. Further, variable costs will decrease due to greater efficiency of printers. This will make additive manufacturing more attractive for use cases where it was previously too expensive.

And as it always has, advancements in materials development will continue to push application possibilities even further, as specific products are created to answer the ever-exacting needs of manufacturers.

The digital nature of AM makes it easy to integrate into software processes and get rid of paper heavy processes in contracting but also quality assurance processes. As AM printers are advanced IIoT devices, we for example provide a full digitalized data recording of every job executed. Data collected with IoT objects on a machine can for example be used to automatically order parts via a digital inventory platform to produce needed spare parts in case something breaks. Moreover, designs could be quickly improved and printed using collected data so you iterate designs much faster in the future, resulting in better customer offerings.

Are there any new products or services you'd like to highlight?

We continually improve the customer experience and add new features on our platform to provide our customers with an end-to-end solution. These are mainly quality assurance features and part screening services. We also are extending continuously partner integrations, as Replique is an API-first designed platform. So, anybody wishing or offering an AM solution can be integrated in the digital warehouse services and connected to the parts in there. Stay tuned for more information!

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What are some of the challenges associated with 3D printing or that you've experienced yourself in the industry or with customers?

Can you give us a case study example wherein Replique helped a customer solve a problem they were experiencing via 3D printing products and/ or services?

Replique is working with Alstom, a global leader in green and smart mobility, who uses our on-demand 3D printing platform to produce customized industrial-grade serial parts. By digitizing its supply chain, Alstom can leverage decentralized production of small batches on demand.

This enables the company to respond even better to its customers' needs. Replique reduces the complexity within the supply chain so that first series are not only produced faster, but also cost-competitively. The growth in parts in the inventory now happens at a very low to almost zero cost: with the digital warehouse, no ‘safe stock’ and warehousing of parts need to be done. As a consequence, further customization is easily accessible for Alstom now.

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The biggest challenge is to encourage customers to get started. Most of the companies see the advantages of 3D printing, but especially traditional industries are still very conservative and focus on old and existing processes.

Moreover, the translation from traditional into 3D printed parts can be challenging. There is not always a material that can be directly translated into 3D printing.

Finding the right material and technology mix as well as redesigning a part for 3D printing can decide between a success and a failure of a 3D printing project. Once customers have recognized the benefits, customers accelerate in growth very quickly.

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In your opinion, what makes Replique stand out in the industry from its competitors?

Coming from BASF, we combine knowhow of industrial processes with material expertise. Compared to other service providers, we not only offer access to 3D printing partners via our platform, but access to a whole 3D printing ecosystem. This includes a digital inventory, where manufacturers can safely store, manage, and order parts, consultation services, a worldwide AM expert, and production network, as well as the possible integration of e-commerce stores and other ERP systems. In the end, no customer needs to change business processes, as we integrate seamlessly. We have gathered vast experience in industrial manufacturing and speak their language. In addition, we have patented parts of the platform which secure the quality of the produced parts.

Which industries have you seen benefit the most from additive manufacturing?

The big sectors like aerospace, automotive, and medical have been deploying AM for many years, as has the manufacturing industry itself. However, we believe that any industry can benefit from the technology if utilized correctly. The problems 3D printing solves can occur in any industry, whether it’s consumer goods, agriculture, construction, mobility, or heavy machinery.

Some skeptics believe that 3D printing will never become an effective alternative to traditional manufacturing methods and will remain, at best, just a niche technology for special applications.

What would you say to people who subscribe to this belief?

Even injection moulding had skeptics 70 years back. At that time, using the technology to replace materials such as steel was not highly trusted. Furthermore, materials were scarce and infrastructure was missing in the beginning. There are many parallels with AM. As always, it is not only about the technologies itself but also the right processes to utilize its strength. If you produce parts still in large batches and send them to central warehousing, you will only half way benefit from the strength of AM. Going fully decentral in production is what will make AM interesting for any parts being produced in small quantities and we are certain that this long tail has a very large volume. Combining supply chain and production in one integrated solution will make AM very attractive.

In addition, more and more parts will be designed for AM from the very beginning, making a redesign superficial.

It is a little bit of a generation thing: universities start taking up AM in their curriculum, and for the actual generations of engineers, it will be another production method standing equally side-by-side with the ones we know.

Tell me about the role 3D printing plays in "bridge manufacturing" and supply chains that are susceptible to disruptions.

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When supply chains are hit, people responsible for manufacturing and supply chain need a responsive and versatile solution that brings speed and adaptability so production can ramp up and down, switch gears or even shift to new locations. This has put the spotlight on 3D printing as it is the most viable option for bridge manufacturing, especially for industrial applications. Once a part is qualified and print parameters are set, there are no ramp up delays as it can simply be sent securely to a 3D print service bureau for fast, cost-effective production. And as I’ve said, that means exactly where the part is needed, when it is needed, and in the precise quantity needed – even just a lot size of one.

You can even use AM as a backup if you see a digital inventory as a kind of insurance, which enables you to switch quickly between providers in case of a supply shortage. Once set up, you are able to benefit from a large network with almost unlimited capacity. Just like the cloud has changed IT, this will change manufacturing towards more flexibility.

What's on the horizon for Replique in the near and/ or distant future?

Our goal is to become the leading and well-known partner for distributed manufacturing with our platform. Within the near future we want to grow our company with the help of investors and spin-off from BASF to scale further. To realise our goal, we are continually extending our network of material and production partners, as well as adding more features to our digital platform.

Is there anything else you'd like to include that I haven't asked?

As mentioned, I believe partnerships within 3D printing are paramount to provide the best possible solution. Within 3D printing, we now see the need for a more holistic collaboration. Standards have to be developed together, printer and post-processing systems should be able to work together; and collected production data could lead to improved printers and materials. Only with close collaborations and permanent exchange can those in the additive manufacturing sphere offer customers the best solutions. We closely work together with material but also printer and device manufacturers for the mutual benefit to address the market and provide customers the best possible solution. Our material partnership for example is a huge enabler and a real asset.

I also believe that data management and ownership will be a huge topic moving forward. This is why Replique carefully selects its production partners and takes the appropriate steps to ensure design data and other intellectual property is kept in the right hands. We enforce manufacturing parameters by encrypting the data, so parts can only be produced in the requested amount and material. By collecting manufacturing data and analysing it, mistakes can be detected quickly, improving the process and ensuring all quality requirements are met.

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Interview with Dr. oec. HSG Dr. phil. Jörn Lengsfeld, a German economist, management expert and communication scientist What are some of the current trends you’re seeing with robotics and automation in the machining and manufacturing industry?

Advanced automation, additive manufacturing and Digital Transformation – those are major trends shaping the future of manufacturing. Automation is driven by advances in robotics. It is taking different directions: On the one hand, absolute automation leads to lights-out manufacturing in dark factories, eliminating human labor completely.

On the other hand, responsive robotics allows for closer human-robot collaboration, referred to as Coboting.

Also on the horizon is Robofacturing as a form of flexible robotic craftsmanship. All of this is of operative nature, changing the way production is conducted. Going even further, with additive manufacturing we see a new archetype of production itself, fundamentally changing the very nature of how objects are brought into being: Conjunctive Emergence contrasts established archetypes of subtractive and transformative manufacturing. Finally, Digital Transformation is changing the functional logic of the systems of which manufacturing is a part of – value chains, markets and the society at large.

What are dark factories and lights out manufacturing?

Lights-out Manufacturing is a form of production, which is characterized by end-to-end automation that allows for a manufacturing process without the need for direct human intervention at the production site. The term alludes to the notion that fully automated processes could also function in the dark, as no human presence is required. This notion

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also led to the coining of the term “Dark Factory”. Of course, both are meant metaphorically. In fact, many robots rely heavily on optical sensors, which is why many Dark Factories will be brightly illuminated.

What is “robofacture,” and what does this mean for modern manufacturing practices?

Robofacture is a form of production characterized by flexible robotic collaboration, meaning that a plurality of robots with different specializations work together in alternating combinations to produce diverse end products. The concept is derived from the notion of "manu-facture" in its original meaning of “production by hands”. A manufacturer is a production facility in which specialized workers with various skills collaborate in a partially structured way to produce a diverse set of complex products. The notion of a Robofacture supports that concept to the Digital Era.

How realistic is a “robofacture” manufacturing environment in today’s manufacturing landscape?

We are not there yet. And it will take some time to get there. The rise of Robofactures is not imminent. However, one should not be deceived: We are probably heading in that direction. The prerequisites for the emergence of Robofactures are flexibility, versatility, responsiveness and adaptive cooperation. And we are seeing robotics making great strides in those regards. Therefore, we should let go of the notion that absolute automation is only feasible in mass production of standardized products with unchanging processes and permanent production lines. It will be of use

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in scenarios that demand more flexibility. Thus, advanced automation is very likely to make a home in smaller workshops as well. And it comes to stay.

What advice would you give manufacturers and companies who are looking to embrace workforce development and train the next generation of plant floor operators?

Where do you see robotics and automation practices in the machining and manufacturing industry headed in the next 10, 20, or even 50 years?

Make it strategy-driven! The mix of competences needed in the future is very much dependent on the strategic positioning and the envisaged business model of the company. Digital Transformation will bring fundamental change to many companies in manufacturing and machining including products, markets, value architecture.

Combine that with automation and robotics and the magnitude of change becomes evident. Lights-out Manufacturing, Coboting, Robofacturing, each approach to automation requires a different mix of skills. Likely, with all of them, experts in robotics, informatics, data science and engineering will be needed. Big differences between the approaches will be in the roles for plant floor operators and skilled production workers. Craftsmanship will likely continue to be sought after in a Coboting scenario, of course complemented by Coboting skills. That’s different in Lights-out Manufacturing, where absolute automation is intended to make such labor unnecessary. The challenge for workforce development is that there is a huge level of uncertainty and diverse trends. A strategic approach can help with that. At the same time, transformation doesn’t come overnight. As it is a continuous transition, the workforce has to be equipped with the necessary skills on every step along the way.

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by Digital Transformation, the functional logic of many systems of value creation is changing. More and more, production becomes part of a digital value chain, integrated in digitalized processes of analysis, decision making and transaction. To fit into this new value architecture, manufacturers have to adapt their business models.

Robotics and automation are of the essence for such new business models of manufacturers in the Digital Era. In that, they can help with flexibility, variety, individualization, mass customization, decentralization, speed, new methods and fully digitally integrated processes. Will the traditional advantages of automation remain important? Of course! For a long time automation was very much about efficiency. Capacity, production precision, product quality and resource utilization were further driving factors. All of those remain relevant. But due to Digital Transformation, automation becomes a strategic issue, crucial for the business model per se in the Digital Era. The topic of smart factories needs to be at the top of the strategic agenda.

What kind of educational and training opportunities should individuals seek out who are wanting to make a career in modern manufacturing as it embraces automation?

A “career in manufacturing” will be a very different thing in the Digital Era than in the Industrial Age. Very different indeed! So much is for sure. But that might well appear to be about the only thing, that is for sure. In times of transformation, career starters face tremendous opportunities, but also high levels of uncertainty. How to cope with that? Roughly speaking, in this situation there are two archetypes of individual career planning: Anticipatory and developmental. With the former, career starters could try to anticipate what skills will be in high demand in modern manufacturing and tailor their education accordingly. Robotics or Data Science come to mind as obvious examples for such apparently future-proof professions. Being sought-after not only in manufacturing but in other sectors as well is an extra benefit of such professions. The latter approach to career planning focuses on the developmental aspect. The idea is to choose a profession of today and to embrace the change that lies ahead. One needs to be prepared for life-long learning and to be open for the ever closer cooperation with digital technologies. It seems best to gather complimentary digital skills from the very beginning. Those who complete an apprenticeship to learn a craft today had better be ready to work with innovations such as coboting and additive manufacturing in the course of their career.

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How can traditional manufacturing and modern manufacturing practices coexist on the same plant floor? Is it possible?

Synergy is key. The gold standard of human-robot collaboration has traditionally been for both to play to their strengths: Humans are very good at problem solving, creativity, flexibility and sensibility. Robots can handle with ease repetitive, tedious, strenuous and even dangerous tasks.

Recently, however, this delineation is changing. Sensor technology, artificial intelligence and digitalization are bringing enormous advancements in robotics, increasing flexibility and problem solving capabilities. As a result, robots can handle more tasks that previously required human activity – but they can also collaborate more closely with humans, amplifying the unique capabilities of humans. This will allow for flexible robot assisted human work, employing robots in completely new domains. Of course, this will require humans to learn new skills.

ABOUT THE INTERVIEWEE Dr. oec. HSG Dr. phil. Jörn Lengsfeld is a German economist, management expert and communication scientist. He holds research doctorates from the University of St. Gallen (doctor oeconomiae) and the Philosophical Faculty of the University of Erfurt (doctor philosophiae). Learn more about him and his work on his website, joernlengsfeld.com, or contact him at mail@ joernlengsfeld.com.

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Why Robotic Automation is the Future in Manufacturing

By Peter Yordanov, PWR Pack Ltd.

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here's no doubt that robotic automation is the future of manufacturing. As a result, many businesses use robotic automation to become more efficient and save money. However, if you're thinking about using robotics in your business, it's crucial to weigh the pros and cons carefully. Robotics can be a great addition to your company, but you need to make sure it's the right decision for you.

move through a factory without input from their human counterparts and use artificial intelligence to “see” around them for obstacles or worker movement, so they don't get stuck on something too complex for their little arms! It's great because sometimes there isn't enough time during production hours.

Increased Efficiency

Industrial robot arms are a lifesaver for factories, especially those that manufacture large goods like vehicles. Robots can be programmed to do many tasks on an assembly line.

They are increasingly common in the food industry from large manufacturers who need automated food packaging systems. The robots can also move heavy items from one plant floor or warehouse location to inspect them before being shipped off again.

One of the main benefits of using robots is making work more efficient. That means that businesses can get more done in less time. In addition, robots can help to increase accuracy in manufacturing processes and decrease the likelihood of mistakes being made.

Reduce Cost Another advantage of robotic automation is that it can help to reduce costs. When businesses automate tasks with robots, they can save labor costs. Additionally, robots don't require breaks and can often work around the clock, further reducing operating costs.

Improved Safety Automation robots help improve safety because they can do things people might get injured in, like lifting heavy objects. There is always a risk that someone might get injured with traditional manufacturing processes because they have to do the same thing many times. However, robots can help reduce these risks by performing these tasks instead of people.

SEVERAL TYPES OF ROBOTS USED IN MANUFACTURING Industrial robots are changing the way of manufacturing.

Here's how they work:

1 Collaborative Robots These robots are designed to work closely with people, and their primary function is supervision. So, for example, they can detect if someone's in the way to trigger an emergency stop reflexively while carrying out tasks requiring human supervision; this would be too dangerous using traditional manufacturing boots for apparent reasons!

2 Autonomous Mobile Robots (ARMs) In the future, robots will be able to work alongside humans. These Autonomous Mobile Robots (ARMs) can

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4 Robotic Blacksmithing Robotic blacksmithing is a new, innovative form of automating metalworking that could be the industry's future. It uses unique tools and robotic arms to shape metals or other material with lasers as it senses where each piece should go on its own via sensors - saving time versus traditional machining methods while also being more environmentally friendly.

5 Robots with Machine Vision Robots are used in the manufacturing process to inspect and check for any issues with parts. However, this can be a tedious task if done by humans alone. Machine vision technology allows these machines to do routine inspections automatically!

In addition, quality control robots use AI, so they don't need human assistance to detect problems or flaws during their work, freeing up employees who do more complex jobs like designing new products.

Final Verdict Consider robotic automation if you want to take your business to a new level. That can help improve how productive and efficient your workplace is. Plus, it can also help reduce the costs of running your business.

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etal is at the base of human civilization that started from the bronze age. Mining, manufacturing, and manipulation of metals is a core industrial activity that supports other major industries such as automobile, energy, construction, etc. Metal manufacturing facilities need to have continuous production to prevent disruptions in metal supply chains. And to prevent unscheduled downtime, it’s critical to implement the right maintenance strategies.

Maintenance Challenges Metal manufacturing can be a complex and dangerous procedure. It involves heavy machinery that works in extreme physical environments. These conditions push machines to an extreme. Wear and tear is quite frequent for machinery involved in metal manufacturing.

Manufacturers need to have common spare parts available at all times, and they need to be regularly replaced without disrupting regular plant operations.

Metal manufacturing depends on heavy machinery that has a high capital cost. They are expected to be operational for decades to justify their implementation.

Maintaining old and legacy machinery to preserve its long life is an enormous challenge. Ensuring high reliability for old equipment is also a challenge maintenance technicians have to overcome. Maintenance operations

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become dangerous for technicians when they have to be performed on older machines.

Metal manufacturing facilities have a high accident rate for employees. They have to work on concrete floors with heavy machinery with ergonomic issues. This is a dangerous recipe for accidents.

The risk compounds when employees have to work with machinery that isn’t well-maintained, which makes proper maintenance a life or death issue for workers. Maintenance has great implications for metal manufacturing and this makes it a complex challenge for maintenance executives.

Technology in Metal Manufacturing Modern hardware and software technologies are instrumental in the operation of metal manufacturing facilities. Autonomous robots and collaborative robots (cobots) are some of the hardware technologies that find a place in modern metal manufacturing plants.

They help to automate various processes, which further reduces the error rate in operations. These hardware technologies also reduce reliance on employees. Internetenabled sensors and actuators, under the umbrella term Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), are becoming more prevalent in manufacturing facilities.

Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) are increasingly relied upon for the safe transportation of goods and materials. Beyond these hardware technologies, different use cases warrant the use of custom hardware solutions for their requirements.

Hardware technology in metal manufacturing is supported and enhanced by software solutions. Some

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of the common software tools that find a place in metal production facilities are: » Manufacturing Execution System (MES) » Warehouse Management System (WMS) » Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) » Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Each of these solutions addresses different needs and challenges for manufacturing operations. While WMS addresses warehousing challenges, CMMS addresses maintenance challenges specifically. This doesn’t mean only a CMMS can aid in overcoming maintenance challenges.

Both hardware and software technologies are instrumental in overcoming maintenance challenges. The following sections illustrate five ways these technologies help you jump ahead on maintenance issues in metal manufacturing.

Predictive Maintenance IIoT and complimentary software technologies allow the collection and storage of massive amounts of operational data from metal production processes. This information can be leveraged to predict the trajectory of future machine operations.

Predictive maintenance leverages data and machine learning to identify the future failure potential of each and every machine in the plant. The outcome of predictive maintenance efforts can be used to perform maintenance activities before the predicted failure occurs.

Machine Reliability When a machine has a high probability of being operational when it is required, the machine is said to have high reliability. Machines that undergo regular scheduled maintenance fail less often.

As you have read in previous sections, technology enables scheduled maintenance activities and predictive maintenance. In modern metal manufacturing plants, the impact of technology on machine reliability is indisputable.

Maintenance Schedule Adopting and sticking to a maintenance schedule is difficult in metal production facilities. The operations of such facilities have a lot of moving parts that makes scheduling maintenance, without disrupting the rest of the operations, demanding.

Plant managers find it difficult to have visibility on all equipment and process dependencies in the plant without a software ally. ERP and MES systems provide a bird’s eye view of plant operations in real time. This data is coupled with a CMMS to create maintenance schedules that cause minimal disruption to regular plant operations.

Reducing Downtime Unscheduled downtime is a major problem often faced by metal manufacturers. Such disruptions halt production activities and create ripples across the metal supply chain.

Unscheduled downtimes have monetary and operational consequences. Technology enables a free flow of information by centralizing data. This can be leveraged to minimize the impact of unscheduled downtimes. Having a well-defined maintenance plan and sticking to it significantly reduces the chances of unscheduled downtimes.

Even in the case of an incident, technology helps to invoke redundancy plans and get production back on track with minimal delay. Maintenance technicians can also leverage CMMS to access maintenance manuals, standard operating procedures (SOP), and checklists to complete reactive maintenance tasks in less time.

IIoT devices are instrumental in efforts to minimize unscheduled downtimes.

Maintenance Automation IIoT and CMMS help to collect, store, and analyze all data related to maintenance activities in your plant. This gives the maintenance team deep insight into the ways and recurrence of equipment failure. This can be leveraged to automate maintenance intervention scheduling.

Cloud technology, machine learning, and IIoT can help to automate and streamline maintenance activities in metal production facilities. Prescriptive maintenance, digital twins, augmented reality, virtual reality, and other advanced technologies will help drive up the reliability and adoption of maintenance automation.

Tech-Enabled Maintenance Metal processing facilities are resistant to change due to the nature of the industry that depends on long cycles for technology adoption. Technology has been trickling in various forms into metal production as it helps to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase profitability.

Maintenance is an operational area that will see a dramatic change with the rapid adoption of technology by metal manufacturers. The challenges will force all the players in the industry to adopt better technologies to remain competitive and increase the bottom line.

Technology will be the tool to create and adhere to maintenance activities. It will also enable predictive maintenance to deliver better machine reliability. The final frontier that technology helps in maintenance activities is automating all maintenance-related activities and unburdening the operations team from the headache.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Bryan Christiansen is the founder and CEO of Limble CMMS. Limble is a modern, easy-to-use mobile CMMS software that takes the stress and chaos out of maintenance by helping managers organize, automate, and streamline their maintenance operations.

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NOVEMBER 8-10, 2022 Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA FABTECH returns to the Georgia World Congress Center, November 8-10, 2022 and provides a convenient ‘one-stop shop’ venue where you can meet with world-class suppliers, discover innovative solutions, and find the tools to improve productivity and increase profits. There is no better opportunity to network, share knowledge and explore the latest technology, all here in one place.

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TRUMPF Inc. to Introduce Entry Level Automated Laser Welding Machine at FABTECH 2022 At FABTECH 2022, booth B6309, TRUMPF will unveil a new solution to help sheet metal fabricators get started in automated laser welding. Fabricators no longer must choose between costly and time-consuming manual welding or large, automated systems that are expensive and complicated to operate. Enter the TruLaser Weld 1000, an entry level solution from TRUMPF which offers smaller companies the benefits of automated laser welding, boosting the productivity of their production processes to provide a real competitive edge. The new system is particularly suitable for job shops that weld products such as electrical cabinets, sheet metal boxes and covers.

Simple to program The TruLaser Weld 1000 makes programming quick and easy. Unlike most commercial systems that require several days of training, the information needed to run the TruLaser Weld 1000 can be obtained through e-learning. The system incorporates a robot whose operation is based on the concept of a collaborative robot, or cobot. However, its six-axis articulated arm enables it to move much faster and more precisely than a standard cobot, resulting in higher-quality weld seams and less non-productive time.

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relevant waypoints. Then, the software creates the weld program. “Depending on the part, this style of programming – where you simply guide the robot along the seam – takes a matter of minutes. So, it’s also a good choice for small-batch production,” says Masoud Harooni, head of the welding technology product group at the TRUMPF Inc. Smart Factory. With a compact format and dimensions of 17 by 7 by 9 feet, the system fits most manufacturing facilities and can typically be installed and commissioned within a single day.

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Double the work area at the touch of a button Efficiency is a key advantage of the TruLaser Weld 1000.

The work area is divided into two sections with a partition.

While the robot welds a part on one side of the partition, the operator can load and unload on the other. Once the welding process is finished, the robot automatically switches to the other side along a linear axis and starts work on the next part. This design saves time and boosts productivity. If the operator wants to weld larger parts, the partition can be raised automatically to provide a work area that is double the size. To maximize safety, TRUMPF developers installed a wall behind the robot to ensure that no laser light can escape during welding. This keeps employees safe when they are working right next to the robot.

High-quality welding of thin sheets TRUMPF uses a 3kW solid-state laser as the system’s beam source. The high-power laser energy rapidly penetrates the sheet when and where it is needed, making it easier to weld thinner sheets without distortion. In most cases, no post-processing is required, so companies can save time and cut costs. The TRUMPF laser system is also a great choice for processing thicker sheets.

TruLaser Weld 1000 A new entry level solution from TRUMPF, the TruLaser Weld 1000 offers smaller companies the benefits of automated laser welding. The TruLaser Weld 1000 creates a competitive edge by boosting productivity and is particularly well-suited for job shops that weld products such as electrical cabinets, sheet metal boxes and covers.

Scotchman Industries Introduces First USA Made PressPro 110W Model Hydraulic Press With Improved Features.

Scotchman Hydraulic Press model: PressPro 110W is the first in a line-up of USA manufactured presses for industrial-grade fabrication, bending, forming, straightening, assembly, maintenance operations, testing and quality control. This press has an extra wide working width, and its open frame design allows for material to pass through and provides flexibility to work on the longest work pieces.

The 110W PressPro model was redesigned by Scotchman Industries with a heavier-duty base and forklift accommodations to assist with installation or repositioning of the machine. Jerry Kroetch stated, “we really like the overall design of this imported machine from our partners in the Netherlands, but felt it needed improving for robustness and to provide our customers with flexibility to move the machines more easily, similar to our Ironworkers.”

Versatile, smooth & precise; Scotchman’s 110W model H-Frame PressPro combine a heavy-duty, quality welded, all-steel frame with an industrial grade hydraulic system to provide maximum strength, durability, and a long life.

Equipped with movable ram cylinder, pressure regulator, 3 ram speeds with ram cylinder that moves from side to side, an easy-to-use joystick operation, and a set of standard

V-blocks. This Scotchman PressPro 110W shop press provides fine control for precision pressing for many years of productivity.

This machine is simple to use and solve a variety of demands to improve user’s productivity.

Built for the big jobs as well as the small ones; the adjustable H-frame bed height and extra wide working width offers increased versatility with its ability to raise and lower the table for the best working distance possible.

The PressPro 110W model has 110-tons of force and extra-wide frame is built to last and will handle all the force you can throw at it. Future PressPro models will be manufactured in the USA and to be announced at a later date. All models come with a Scotchman 3-year warranty.

2022 is Scotchman Industries 55 Year Anniversary for American Manufacturing. The complete line of products includes: Hydraulic Ironworkers, Circular Cold Saws, Band Saws, Tube & Pipe Notcher/Grinders, Hydraulic Presses, Manual Measuring Systems and Programmable Feed & Stop Systems.

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Presenting The Ultimate In Tube Simulation Software at FABTECH Visitors to FABTECH Booth C10217 will be able to discover so much more than the latest all-electric and hybrid tube bending machines from Unison Ltd., the inventors of all-electric tube manipulation. That’s because Unison, a company renowned globally for its user- friendly control systems and advanced tube simulation software, will use the event to launch Opt2Sim Tube – the latest addition to its Opt2Sim software suite. Delegates visiting Unison’s FABTECH booth will also have the chance to win one of several Opt2Sim Tube software licenses.

“In developing Opt2Sim Tube, our goal was to offer a tube simulation product that would make it simpler and more straightforward than ever before to create virtual parts ready for bending data to be uploaded to the bending machine,” comments Unison Ltd.’s joint managing director, Alan Pickering. “In Opt2Sim Tube, we give users the ability to drag and drop STEP files into the software program and extract tube data instantly. Parts can also be drawn by simply entering XYZ or YBC coordinates and viewed in 3D. Bend data is quickly converted into printable reports and individual tube data can also be extracted. An exceptional piece of tube simulation software, Opt2Sim Tube is incredibly intuitive.”

Unison’s new Opt2Sim Tube software sits within the company’s wider Opt2Sim suite of 3D simulation software programs. Perfected for ‘Design to Manufacture’ production strategies, Opt2Sim tube bending simulation software uses machine and component data to provide a precise, virtual insight into the tube bending process before a single part is bent. Products within the Opt2Sim software suite include a version where both CAD modelling capability and control engine are used to not only provide accurate simulation, but also enhanced collision detection.

Believed to provide unique capabilities for enhanced batch processing, simulated bending takes place on an exact CAD representation of the Unison Breeze or Synergy machine that will be used. Additional options include: » Advanced Artificial Intelligence Selecting Opt2Sim AI provides advanced Artificial Intelligence that will always aim to find a solution to even the most complex tube geometry, or whenever a potential collision between tube and machine is simulated. The AI feature is particularly useful with right/ left machines and when assisting in the development of highly complex parts, such as those used in the oil & gas industry. » Processing multiple files Opt2Sim WPS (Work Processing System) allows multiple users to batch process multiple parts at once.

Widely used in the aviation and shipbuilding sectors, Opt2Sim WPS offers rapid ROI, by enabling many hundreds of different tube profiles to be processed in a matter of hours. » Rapid scanning of tube geometry Finally, there is Opt2Sim Tube Scan. Possibly the most advanced tube measurement tool on the market,

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Opt2Sim Tube Scan provides rapid scanning of physical tube geometry and extraction of tube data, and incorporates ‘Compare to Master’ and intuitive functions in the event corrections are required.

“We are confident we now offer the most comprehensive suite of tube simulation software available,” adds Alan Pickering. “Unison Opt2Sim makes importing and extracting tube data easy and offers stepped software enhancements that take simulating the bending process, creating batch files and scanning tube coordinates to the next level. Opt2Sim provides users with a complete end-to-end solution, from taking 3D STEP files to bending tube within a single software suite. Opt2Sim Tube Scan takes the functionality of measurement software further than ever before – and is competitively priced when compared to scanning arm technologies.”

AL-IN Laser Welder The AL-IN is a robust and extremely flexible laser system for laser welding of small and large parts. It is our most afforable and ergonomic system. The special feature about the AL-IN is that you can adjust using the resonator and never have to move the workpiece.

The AL-IN also comes installed with winLASER automation software and teach modes available in X/Y or Z axis, with multiple axis and laser parameters (power, MS,

Hertz rate) savable. We also offer expert training from Alpha Laser welding technicians, with ability to produce quality parts within training period.

Optionally, you can get expansions such as: turn and tilt optics, the patented multifunction foot switch, an Ergo wedge, an axis of rotation, and a wire feed system.

Features at a glance: » Entry level price point » Easy to use » Teach modes » Powerful » Versatile » Professional results

ArcWorld HC Yaskawa Motoman will preview the new ArcWorld® HC welding solution during FABTECH. Designed for human-collaborative (HC) interaction, the ArcWorld HC is a complete robotic welding solution for fabricating small- to medium-size parts. Ideal for replacing or supplementing manual weld processes, this pre-engineered mobile cart system is well-suited for high-mix, low-volume production.

This portable shop with three-sided access comes complete with a 1,200 mm x 2,400 mm perforated fixture table, an HC10DTP cobot, retractable arc curtain, built-in exhaust hood, a compatible Miller®, Lincoln Electric, SKS, OTC or Fronius power supply, a 14-guage metal tool board, tool balancer and debris tray. A 120 VAC 20-Amp electrical extension outlet and 120 psi air connection are provided for common welding tools. Overhead LED lighting provides interior illumination, and solid wheels and leveling feet enable quick and easy installation or relocation. Wire spool and shield gas bottle holders are optional.

ASTES4 SKYWAY (SHS) The new ASTES4 SKYWAY is a compact all in one sorting system design to keep up with an ever-changing part demand. With four fully integrated auto-tool-change heads, a wide variety of parts sizes and shapes can be sorted, without any setup time. Automating the sorting process reduced labor and greatly improves throughput. The system also uses an independent sheet load /unload system making the handling or raw stock and scrap materials a breeze.

ArcWorld HS and ArcWorld RS The newest models of the ArcWorld® family of pre-engineered robotic arc welding workcells, the ArcWorld RS and ArcWorld HS, deliver cost-effective options for integrating robotics into current weld processes. Ideal for replacing or supplementing manual welding, each solution is designed for optimizing small- to medium-size part production for medium volume fabrication.

Requiring only 2.3 square meters (25 sq ft) of floorspace, the ArcWorld RS utilizes a rotating station (RS) design, manually indexed by the operator, featuring two fixture tables with a 100 kg payload capacity per side. This facilitates quick changeover, allowing parts to be safely loaded and unloaded while the opposite station part is welded.

More compact, the ArcWorld HS needs 1.4 square meters (15 sq ft) of floorspace and offers a hinged station (HS) design, allowing easy access for loading and unloading parts. The workcell features a single fixture table with a 100 kg payload capacity.

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ABB Rebrands Autonomous Mobile Robot Portfolio ABB has launched its first range of rebranded Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) following its acquisition of mobile robot leader ASTI Mobile Robotics in 2021. Since adding AMRs to its portfolio, ABB is the only company with a comprehensive and integrated offering of robots, AMRs and machine automation solutions.

“At a time when businesses are looking for a range of robotic solutions to help make them more efficient, flexible and resilient, we are the only company supporting them with our integrated offering of AMRs, robots, and machine automation technologies,” said Marc Segura, President for ABB’s Robotics Division. “This is a gamechanger for our customers, they can work with one partner offering everything they need to adapt to the opportunities and challenges driven by individualization, labor shortages and disrupted supply chains and our rebranding underscores the simplicity and benefit of the integrated solutions we offer to our customers.”

ASTI Mobile Robotics’ solutions are now rebranded

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and integrated into ABB’s portfolio, grouped under the Flexley™ name, indicating the flexibility of operations that the AMRs offer. The first models to be released, Flexley Tug and Flexley Mover, cover applications including towing, trolley transportation up-to 2000kg, as well as lifting and transporting racks, containers, and pallets of 1,500kg.

Building on ASTI’s use of laser scanner-based 2D SLAM navigation, the future ABB autonomous mobile robots will also benefit from pioneering VSLAM technology of Sevensense Robotics – a Swiss start-up in ABB’s portfolio of partner companies – that enables mobile robots to navigate complex and dynamic environments. This unique technology opens new possibilities for flexible manufacturing - AI that makes ABB’s AMRs as autonomous as its robotic arms, while making work more productive and safer for people.

“The market for autonomous mobile robots is set to grow significantly, with an annual growth rate of approximately 24% between 2021 and 2028*,” said Verónica Pascual, Global Head of AMR business at ABB Robotics.

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“The integration of the ASTI AMR range and the creation of our global manufacturing and support network means we are well placed to address this growth, providing our customers with new ways to tackle their supply chain challenges and meet demands for greater flexibility and speed created by the continued rise in e-commerce.”

Already supplying AMR solutions for customer projects, ABB has worked with strategic partner Expert Technology Group in the UK to deliver a complete assembly line based on AMRs for a technological start-up producing revolutionary products for EV vehicle drive train. Transporting products between robotic automation cells and manual assembly stations, ABB’s automation solution combines the use of ABB robots, vision function packages and AMRs. The integration of ASTI into ABB includes a complete rebranding of all its offices and facilities, as well as the launch of a new look web site at amr.robotics.abb.com Learn more at www.amr.robotics.abb.com

Swissbit Pursues Its Growth Strategy And Enters Data Center Market Swissbit strengthens its growth strategy and expands into the new market segment “data center”. To expand its memory solutions portfolio, Swissbit announces a strategic partnership with data center SSD and storage innovation company Burlywood. The common goal is to develop performance-optimized SSDs that are specifically adapted to the requirements and application profiles of data centers such as Big Data, Video Streaming and Machine Learning. With this step, Swissbit follows its market approach to combine high-quality and customized products for demanding applications with personalized customer and application support. Swissbit is thus adding another strong pillar to its range of industrial NAND storage products, which has so far covered the key markets of NetCom, industry, and automotive. The first SSD specifically developed and optimized for data centers will be introduced soon.

Modern data centers are facing major challenges considering the constant flow of new cloud applications and ever-increasing complexity. SSDs that are based on standard HDD concepts have not been designed for complex workloads. As a result, issues such as a rapid degradation in performance after a short time or early life failures arise. This is where Swissbit and its strategic partner Burlywood come into play. Together they are developing SSDs that are tailored for selected data center applications and work profiles to keep performance at a consistently high level over the entire lifecycle of the SSD. Swissbit brings along its years of experience and know-how in the development of industrial storage products with high reliability and durability even in harsh operating environments. This expertise is enriched by the unique flash storage architecture developed by the US-based company Burlywood that analyzes application

behavior at the flash controller level, and tunes SSD performance to be a perfect fit for the application.

"With Burlywood, we have found a partner who knows both the SSD market and the real requirements of data center applications in detail. With this knowledge, we have jointly developed a unique solution approach that can sustainably increase the profitability and performance of data centers. The strategic partnership with Burlywood is the best starting point for our step into the data center market," comments Matthias Poppel, CSMO at Swissbit AG. "Swissbit is the ideal partner for us to revolutionize the data center SSD market. Its combination of long-term experience, production know-how and excellent customer and application support is unique in the industry.

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Hypertherm Associates Bridges The Gap Between CAD/CAM And Robotics With Major Update Of Its Robotmaster Offline Programming Software Hypertherm Associates, a U.S. based manufacturer of industrial cutting products and software, today announced a major version update and new name for its Robotmaster® offline programming software for robots: Robotmaster 2023.

Robotmaster 2023 bridges the gap between CAD/ CAM and robotics by enabling seamless integration between a user’s chosen CAD/CAM software and Robotmaster. This automatic integration eliminates the need to import and sync data for a 75 percent reduction in programming time. It also eliminates the programming errors that can happen when using a manual process.

In addition, the new Robotmaster version allows for the creation of libraries that provide a more convenient way to store and re-use robotic cell components. Users

can easily preview and select components within the library and save modified or proprietary components for later use. This will reduce the cost of building and editing a cell by approximately 50 percent. Jobs that used to take an hour will now take 30 minutes.

Software developers have also added several customer-driven improvements. These improvements support the latest CAD formats, and include enhancements to the CAM modules, UI (user interface), and UX (user experience) to facilitate the creation of trajectories and further improve programming.

“We listen carefully to feedback from Robotmaster customers and are always working to make our robotic programming software even easier and faster to use,” said Miguel Morales, an applications engineering manager

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“Robotmaster 2023 improves upon an already powerful and intuitive user interface to make robotic programming easier and faster,” said Carlos Marcovici, Eng., Director of RobotM-Br, a Robotmaster distributor in South America. “The new functionality is very focused on delivering on customer needs and requests, and processes like deburring, trimming, polishing, welding, milling. The new bridge, for example, gives our users flexibility in their programming workflow.

Whether they wish to use a CAD/CAM package for path trajectory creation or leverage Robotmaster's integrated path generation functionality Robotmaster is part of the solution.”

Robotmaster, a Hypertherm Associates brand, is an offline programming software for robots that helps manufacturers maximize productivity on production runs of all sizes. Robotmaster makes programming parts of any complexity quick and easy as a result of its integrated CAD/CAM functionality. This intuitive and powerful solution is designed with process experts in mind reducing the need for programming and robotic expertise.

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Guardair Introduces PulseAir™ Vacuum/ Dust Extractors Guardair announces the latest innovation to its flagship GUARDAIR brand – the PulseAir Vacuum/Dust Extractor Line.

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KHK USA Inc. Highlights Broad Range of Miter Gears KHK USA Inc., distributor of the market leading KHK® brand of metric gears, announces its extensive selection of miter gears. These gears are available in high precision grades to perform at demanding torques and speeds, and they are also available in commercial grades for economical applications.

Miter gears are bevel gears with two rotational axes that intersect at 90° and with a 1:1 gear ratio. They are shaped as a right circular cone and their set of gear teeth intersects at the pitch apex of each gear. The miter gear tooth profile is octoidal, in contrast to that of a cylindrical gear tooth profile which is an involute tooth form.

A variety of miter gear styles — from spiral and straight tooth to Zerol miter gears, and more — are offered by KHK to fit a wide range of high precision and commercial applications. These models span various materials, configurations, modules, and numbers of teeth.

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“Clogged filters dramatically lower vacuum performance” explained Nick Gorra, Guardair Product Marketing Manager. “PulseAir technology also extends filter lifespan, allows un-interrupted vacuum operation, and minimizes operator exposure to dusty filters. Coupled with HEPA filtration, PulseAir enables end-users to meet OSHA Silica Dust Regulation 29 CFR 1926.1153.”

Dependable and trouble-free with no motor to spark or burn out, PulseAir units generate exceptional vacuum lift and flow while operating quietly and efficiently.

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Cosen Saws, North America COSEN SAWS Cosen Saws is a global leader in manufacturing industrial band saws and technologies. Offering cutting solutions for a wide variety of industries and applications. We offer over 70 different models from our Charlotte, NC HQ.

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Dynabrade, Inc.

COXREELS® has remained focused on manufacturing high-quality professionalgrade hose, cord, and cable reels since 1923. Offering a full product line serving the industry in every channel and application, COXREELS® designs, builds, and supports their products in America.

Dynabrade has earned a reputation in the innovative design and manufacturing of unique portable pneumatic abrasive power tools, related accessories, and dust collection. Dynabrade tools have been proudly designed, manufactured, and built in the USA for 50 years.

Eagle Bending Machines

Essex Structural Steel Co., Inc.

Eagle Bending Machines' precision engineered quality is designed to meet the demands for tough, dependable Section Benders for bending pipe, tube, profiles, sections, and ornamental pieces and working day after day with minimum downtime.

Essex Structural Steel has been manufacturing pre-engineered building since 1972. Their buildings are designed for easy erection, energy efficient, designed to exceed local and state codes and are built in the USA by American Workers.

Formdrill USA, Inc.

H&K Equipment

Formdrill helps you produce your own inserts out of the same parts material. Users save money by eliminating the need to buy nuts or threaded inserts. You do not need to weld or install fasteners.

H&K Equipment provides specialized material handling solutions and exceptional service to our customers wherever and whenever we are needed. We strive to earn our place as the leading authority in our field!

HE&M Saw

HMI a Division of Betenbender

HE&M Saw manufactures more than 70 different models of production band saws for the metalworking industry. Their product line, includes vertical, horizontal, plate and double column saws with capacities ranging from 12” x 12” to 80” x 80” machines.

HMI offers the most versatile C-Frame press or punch of all machines available today. Their frames are designed to have fewer tons-per-square-inch of pressure on their side plates, thus reducing spring back of the frame and reducing tool wear.

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Hypneumat, Inc.

HYDMECH is a world leader in metal band saw and cold sawing solutions. Their innovative solutions are geared to meet the practical needs of the aerospace, automotive, steel service centers, metal fabrications shops, racing, and other sectors.

Hypneumat, Inc. manufactures an array of automatic drilling units, tapping units and multiple spindle heads under the Hypneumat, Commander and Snow brands. Hypneumat also specializes in contract machining services offering multi-axis turning and vertical machining capabilities.

Industrial Magnetics, LLC

Kanetec USA Corporation

Industrial Magnetics, Inc., provides off-the-shelf industrial magnet products. Our ability to provide customer-specific solutions to unique challenges that set us apart from others in the industry. We pride ourselves on quickly providing the best possible magnetic solution for our customer’s requirements and without sacrificing quality.

Kanetec has been at the forefront of magnetic tools and equipment since 1959.

The company has expanded their Magnetic Bases, Tools, and Chuck lines with the latest technology and electronic controls.

KHK-USA

L&L Special Furnace Co., Inc.

Having been a company solely devoted to the manufacture of gears for 80 years, KHK is world renowned for their brand of gears. KHK USA is a factory direct, full-service distributor of KHK gears to meet your gearing needs.

L&L Special Furnace Co., Inc. has a reputation for designing special industrial furnaces, ovens, kilns, quench tanks and heat treating systems. We continually update our product offerings and improve quality.

Lenzkes Clamping Tools, Inc

LS Industries

Lenzkes clamps assist with QMC-Quick Mold Change, QDC-Quick Die Change, SMED-Single-Minute Exchange of Die and other machining/safety issues. Their Free Trial program allows use in real-time working situations (such as Stamping, Milling, and Injection Molding) without obligation to purchase.

For more than 40 years, LS Industries has designed & manufactured a diverse product line of custom surface treatments and metal cleaning equipment. We also provide highly responsive service for your equipment.

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At Motion + Power Technology Expo, you’ll see the full range of power transmission solutions, including hybrid solutions, utilizing mechanical power transmission, pneumatics, hydraulics, electric motors, and drives. Anyone looking to facilitate new ideas and connections is invited to attend this in-person event.

The Northwest Machine Tool Expo is the ONLY Machining & Manufacturing Show in the Pacific Northwest! This event features free educational sessions and an exhibit floor showcasing the latest products and services in the industry.

OnRobot

Pro-Line Work Benches

OnRobot’s cutting-edge robotic tools for lightweight industrial automation empowers end-users to work alongside cobots on applications such as machine tending, quality control, materials handling, packaging, assembly, or surface finishing. Their One System Solution yields unified programming with zero complexity.

Pro-Line has been a leader in workbench manufacturers since 1978. Proline offers a wide selection of workbenches that feature a modular designs and interchangeable accessories. Pro-Line continues to be on the leading edge of modular ergonomics.

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Radwell International, LLC

RAS Machine Tool Technologies, Inc.

Radwell International stocks and sells New and Surplus Industrial Automation, MRO, Pneumatic, Motion, Electronic, Hydraulic, HVAC and Electrical Control Equipment for plant floor and facilities maintenance machinery. Radwell has full component level repair capabilities for Industrial Electronic and Electrical equipment.

RAS Machine Tool Technologies is your one-stop CNC shop; serving Machine Tool Builders/ Dealers/End Users and Service Companies. Contact RAS to help you find those hard-to-find Japanese, Taiwanese & Korean Machine Tool parts and accessories.

RHH, Inc.

Salinger Electric Co., Inc.

"RHH Inc. Specialists in fine pitch Carbide Gear Hobs, Gear Shaper Cutters, Spur + Helical Master Gears. Our precision line of TRU-VOLUTE gear products are known for reducing setup times, improving gear quality, and producing more parts per regrind. Quality Products Since 1915"

Salinger Electric Co., Inc. has been selling quality electrical equipment both new and reconditioned since 1946.

We can supply all new, all reconditioned, or a combination of both at very competitive prices.

Scotchman Industries

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Scotchman is the most trusted hydraulic ironworker manufacturer in the USA, and also builds a complete line of Circular Cold Saws: manual to fully automatic, plus distributor of quality Digital Measuring Systems, Band Saws, H-Presses, and Tube & Pipe Notchers/Grinders.

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Standard-Direct.us

Sprinter Marking manufactures a range of machines models that automatically ink code-mark message on a wide range of porous and non-porous surfaces. While very small in physical size, they are designed for rugged industrial operation.

Welcome to Standard-Direct.us, your number one source for industrial fabricated carts, shelf trucks, security trucks, storage cabinets and workbenches and much more. Industrial Shelving systems.

Stor-Loc

Suhner Industrial Products Corp.

The original heavy duty Modular Storage Drawer Cabinet that was the norm in the industry until the early 1990s is available only from Stor-Loc®. Their durable Modular Drawer Cabinet comes complete with a unique 55 Year Satisfaction Guarantee.

Suhner, We Bring Solutions to help our customers Create their perfect success-critical Metal workpiece or Metal component. Since 1914, Suhner has offered solutions with abrasive products, tool holders for machining units that multiply capacity, customized flexible drive shafts, and Remanufacturing Services for Machining Spindles.

Sure Tack Systems, LLC

Syclone ATTCO Service (Sky Hook)

Sure Tack Systems, a division of Crist Company, Inc. established in 1980 and offers a diverse product line for your hot melt adhesive equipment and application needs.

Whether your need is for high-speed extrusion, wide web spray, slot coating or manual product assembly; STS has a hot melt system to fit your individual needs and budget.

Manufacturer of the Sky Hook, a small, portable, ergonomic lifting device designed to provide safe, high quality lifting solutions that can assist in applications involving hard to reach loads up to 500 lbs. Proudly family owned and operated since 1969.

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The Caldwell Group, Inc

Tormach

Caldwell is the leading manufacturer of below the hook lifting solutions.

We provide the most effective material handling solutions available. Our team of employeeowners take the time to understand your application. This understanding allows us to apply our experience and provide the most effective material handling solution available.

At Tormach, we are dedicated to providing exceptionally engineered compact CNC machines, tooling, and related products with best-inindustry technical support and customer service.

Trilogy Machinery, Inc.

Trim-Lok, Inc.

Trilogy Machinery, Inc. is committed to bringing the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and service in order to achieve a reputation as a leader in the metal fabricating machinery industry. Trilogy proudly offer products from Italy, Sweden, Turkey, and Taiwan.

Trim-Lok, Inc. manufactures high-quality plastic and rubber extruded trim and seal profiles. From plastic edge trims to sponge rubber seals, our profiles add protection from rough edges while sealing out moisture and debris with a clean, finished look to your application.

In-stock profiles and custom engineering is available.

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US Metal Crafters, LLC

TS3 – The Saw Sales and Service Company – provides all aspects to support for your saws - Names you know and trust – Amada, Marvel, Tigerstop, MK Morse, and many more. New machine sales, on-site repairs, applications and replacement parts. TS3 - factory trained or factory authorized in many current and former saw manufacturers.

American-owned and operated, US Metal Crafters knows the right supplier transforms your supply chain. Our broad service offering coupled with our commitment to quality & on-time delivery will transform & simplify yours. Laser cutting, stamping, fabrication, assembly, powder coating, tool & die services, and more.

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Harbor Machinery, Inc.

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Harris Machine Tools, Inc. has been an international leader in the used metalworking marketplace for over 40 years. Our team has worked to earn an outstanding reputation for quality, service, and integrity. www.harrismachinetools.com | (713) 462-5800

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Henderson Auctions is one of the oldest equipment auction firms in existence and is recognized as a leader in the industry. We specialize in heavy construction machinery, truck and trailer, mobile home, travel trailer, industrial equipment, and real estate auctions. www.hendersonauctions.com | (225) 686-2252

Since 1970, James G. Murphy Co. has built a solid reputation of success based on a commitment to service, a high standard of professionalism, and the belief that 90% of an auction takes place before the sale. www.murphyauction.com | (425) 486-1246

Lee Stevens Machinery, Inc.

Link Auctions

Since 1948, we have supplied quality, late model used tool room, production and CNC machinery to Manufacturers in the US and abroad. We assist our clients with tooling up or replacing existing capital equipment. Auctions, Liquidations and Appraisal Services. www.stevensmachinery.com | (248) 926-8400

Link Auctions has unrivalled knowledge & expertise in auctioning Industrial Assets.

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Moecker Auctions, Inc.

Perfection Global

Moecker Auctions, Inc. is licensed, bonded & fully insured. We maintain a staff of experienced personnel to administer and facilitate operations. Combined experience of over 60 years in auctions and appraisals! www.moeckerauctions.com | (954) 252-2887

Perfection Global, LLC. is a used industrial asset specialist that has served the manufacturing market for almost 60 years. Our services include appraisals, auctions, and ongoing asset management programs. www.perfectionglobal.com | (847) 427-3333

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Prestige Equipment Auctions

PressBid Auction, LLC conducts complete plant liquidations and online auction sales in North America. We serve the metal stamping, fabricating, roll forming, tool and die, prototype, machining and plastics industries. www.pressbid.com | (248) 268-1603

Worldwide leader in procurement/sales of metalworking machinery, fab equipment & complete mfg. facilities. Online/ on-site auctions & liquidations, asset management programs, appraisals, and financing! www.prestigeequipment.com | (631) 249-5566

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RAAR Group USA, LLC

Prime Machinery is one of the nation's most trusted quality used machinery dealers.

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In business for over 70 years, led by the 2nd generation, Rabin is a family-held auction and real estate investment company, which acquires and sells industrial facilities and equipment around the world. www.rabin.com | (415) 522-5700

Resell CNC Auctions provides you with a unique, trusted and timed online platform so you can buy and sell surplus equipment effortlessly!

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SIGMA Auction

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Westbrook Asset Management

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