No plate too big for Xtreme Steel
Steel sheet and plate seems like a commodity business to many fabricators, but in Georgetown, Ontario, north-west of Toronto, Xtreme Steel & Profiles attacks the multiple problems of low and medium volume part making with a mass-production mindset. Occupying 27,000 square feet of high-bay with extensive gantry crane coverage, the …
Superior technology in a reduced Footprint
Sturdy wheel cases measuring some three meters in length ensure sufficient stability, enabling even the heaviest units to be handled with precision. The advantage of this design is that tools are fitted on both sides. The work area is increased while the overall width is reduced. The TMC4500 DB is …
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New enhanced Deltae Plasma Rotator Market Launch at FABTECH
The launch of the Delta e is scheduled for the 2013, Fabtech Show in Chicago, IL, North America’s largest, metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event. With over 35,000 attendees and 1500 exhibitors this provides an excellent platform for the market launch of the Delta e rotator. The Delta e …
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Beyond the cut: Shorter production cycle time proves to be the real money saver
Gazing at the architectural grandeur of the New York City skyline, it is easy to overlook the foundation that keeps this metropolis in motion. The underside of this bustling city is lined with networks of tunnels used to provide utilities like water or subway transportation. To build these complex systems, …
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Lose weight and do good
After five months, and having weighed the participants four times, the final results were known: 494 pounds had been shed, raising 500 dollars for the US health organisation American Cancer Society. Ourcolleagues are not only delighted about the great fundraising result, but also about how much better they feel. Picture: …
New Capabilities Attract Customers
Family-owned and operated Willbanks Metals Inc., Texas, opened its doors in 1974 with a shear and a press brake, providing fabricating services to customers. In 1978, the company bought its first decoil line and expanded into the steel distribution business. Because of its past experience, Willbanks puts a high priority …
Maximum precision
This is a laser measuring device that maps 3-D coordinates and delivers real-time information on the precision, parallelism and perpendicularity of the cutting machine. Comparison with the desired value allows precise calibration of the machine. Measurements can be made from any point of the machine with an accuracy of less …