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Small Shop, Big Gains

Fabricating & Metal Work

Pre-configured work cells that are integrated on a common base reduce installation and setup time, enabling quick deployment onto the manufacturing floor. To stay competitive, decision makers are implementing a variety of advanced solutions, including cost-effective turnkey work cells for the fabrication of small- to medium-sized parts.

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How industry can realise the benefits of advanced technology

Manufacturer's Monthly

Author: Geoff Crittenden, CEO, Weld Australia But, with the advent of automation, robots, cobots and a range of other advanced welding technologies and techniques, this perception is becoming more and more outdated. robots and cobots Automation, Industry 4.0, Welding is a far less dangerous and arduous job than ever before. Industry 4.0

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Tooling & Workholding

Fabricating & Metal Work

That includes combinations of such products as a machine washdown tool, Zero Point System (ZPS), a range of pneumatic and hydraulic devices, and a new spindle gripper for first level automation without a robot. The core of EZ-Tend’s simplicity lies in its use of a proven lean manufacturing technique: pallet changing.

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Forming & Fabricating

Fabricating & Metal Work

www.hamiltoncaster.com Metrology Tool Ideal for Fit-up and Alignment for Assemblies, and Part Inspection Booth S-27045: The Keyence WM-6000 Wide Area CMM utilizes two handheld probes and a camera unit to inspect parts up to 82’ in size. RapidFire Retriever®: Back again in 2024!

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Fabrication Automation LLC: Perfecting Welds Together with Customers

Fabricating & Metal Work

How do you design corner fit ups? The TCI Cutting line is a perfect fit for those customers, Doyle noted, and that is why Fab Automation is working with customers to implement more automation into their manufacturing processes. So, you cant cut that with a laser. You can only cut that with a cold process like waterjet.