Automation solution for bevel laser cutting system
Bystronic offers the matching ByTrans Cross 4020 automation solution for its ByStar Fiber 4020 bevel laser cutting system.
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read more...Solid-state laser cutting head improves piercing
With the new Ex-Trabeam Pro, Thermacut offers users of modern laser cutting machines an optimized laser cutting head with an autofocus function that improves penetration into the material.
read more...Schuler buys press manufacturer Farina
Schuler takes over the Italian press manufacturer Farina, thereby strengthening its market position in the medium capacity segment.
read more...Bystronic makes metalworking Industry 4.0-capable
Increasing complexity is changing the situation for many sheet metal workers. The production steps are becoming more complex. The demand to keep costs and delivery times low is increasing. Small series through to individual products in batch size 1 should be just as profitable as large series.
read more...Interview with Bystronic CEO Alex Waser
"Service means proximity to the customer"
Flexible systems are crucial for modern production processes. Bystronic CEO Alex Waser explains where integrated automation and new software solutions for laser cutting and bending are leading.
read more...Non-contact strain measurement
Thermoforming test system for non-contact strain measurement
Zwick Roell has developed a universal deep-drawing testing system for sheet metal forming, which is designed for different processes and is mounted on the moving crosshead of a static materials testing machine.
read more...Ready-to-install sheet metal modules with connecting element
With Assembly, Arnold Umformtechnik offers a ready-made combination of sheet metal part and connecting element. Depending on requirements, the company uses its expertise in joining technology to produce sheet metal parts and connecting elements, the latter of which are also incorporated into non-weldable sheet metal parts.
read more...Servo-hydraulic press with low energy consumption
According to AP&T, the servo-hydraulic press requires only half as much energy as a conventional hydraulic press. According to the company, the pressing process can be controlled with high precision and parallelism between the press table and ram.
read more...Real-time process control systems
System monitoring in real time
With Pipe ID 4.0, Schuler has developed a real-time process control system for the production of large-diameter pipes. The solution enables the tracking and tracing of pipes, monitoring of overall equipment efficiency (OEE), condition monitoring, intelligent diagnostics and energy monitoring.
read more...Servo-hydraulic press and forging hammer in one
The MXP multiplex press from Lasco combines a servo-hydraulic press and a forging hammer in one machine. The machine concept, which combines the drive system of the power-operated hydraulic press with that of the energy-operated hydraulic die forging hammer, is Lasco's response to changing requirements, particularly in the automotive industry.
read more...Process reliability in the punching process
Fork light barriers for feed and position control in the punching process
Meusburger is expanding its portfolio of E 6530, E 6532 and E 6536 fork light barriers in infrared and red light versions with the E 6534 split light barrier for feed and position control in the punching process.
read more...Laser cutting machine with 35 to 200 W
With Lasermaxx Plott, Cameo Laser offers a laser cutting machine with an output of 35 to 200 W. The CO₂ system equipped with a DC laser source is available in four sizes with the designations Lasermaxx Plott 60, 70, 100 and 125 with working fields from 600 × 400 to 1250 × 900 mm².
read more...Power clamping nuts for the back
Enemac has developed the ESB and ESD mechanical power clamping nuts so that production workers do not have to strain themselves every time they have to tighten a nut.
read more...Formative events
Spherical embossing combines punching and embossing - ideally in a single process. In addition to the right tools, a corresponding press drive is required for this. Tox Pressotechnik offers the right system solutions for this.
read more...Schuler establishes itself in the manufacture of seamless rings
It was around five years ago that Schuler decided to enter the rolling sector. In the meantime, the forming technology specialist has already realized and delivered three projects, enabling the company to make the leap from machine to system supplier to provider of turnkey systems.
read more...Steel development: More efficiency for case-hardened components
For Deutsche Edelstahlwerke (DEW), Wire 2018 is all about new technology standards: With DEW RC+T (Rapid Cooling + Tempering), the Schmolz + Bickenbach Group company is increasing efficiency and quality in the production of case-hardened components. The new process replaces time-consuming annealing processes and refines the microstructure.
read more...Pioneering special steel solutions
At Wire 2018, Schmolz + Bickenbach will be presenting its wide range of special long steel and services for the most demanding requirements. Saving weight, increasing performance, ensuring a high level of safety and comfort - whether in drive, braking or assistance systems.
read more..."Predictive maintenance is becoming more interesting"
At Tube in Düsseldorf, SCOPE spoke to Stefanie Flaeper, Managing Director at Transfluid Maschinenbau, about how the future of bending technology is shaping up - particularly with regard to Industry 4.0 and flexibilization through the use of robots.
read more...SMS Group at the Wire & Tube
Digitalization and Industry 4.0 will also profoundly change the tube and wire industry in the coming years, the SMS Group is certain, and promises new impetus for the industry with its trade fair appearance at Wire & Tube 2018.
read more...Everything for the wire
The lubricant manufacturer Zeller+Gmelin is represented at Wire with products specifically for wire production and processing. The high-performance wire drawing lubricants in the Multidraw product range, which are the result of more than 60 years of continuous research and development, are used in wire production and processing.
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