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27 August 2010Jorgensen Conveyors Celebrates 60th AnniversaryIn July 2010, Jorgensen Conveyors celebrated its 60th year in business. Founded in 1950 by Charles T. Jorgensen and his wife Evelyn, the company is currently owned and operated by Chuck and John D’Amico, grandsons of the founders.(more) |
25 August 2010JERGENS, INC. NAMES PAUL S. KIETA NATIONAL SALES MANAGER, WORKHOLDING SOLUTIONS GROUPJergens, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul S. Kieta as National Sales Manager for its Workholding Solutions Group. (more) |
06 August 2010Jet Edge Introduces Diesel Water Jet Intensifier Pump for Mobile Cold CuttingJet Edge's diesel-powered iP60-80DS water jet pump is capable of producing up to 1.35 gpm (5.1 L/m) of ultra-high pressure water for mobile water jet cutting applications. Designed with the contractor in mind, it is especially suited for cold cutting in environments where heat and flames are restricted. (more) |
21 July 2010Jet Edge Water Jet Technology Helps BP Cap Gulf Oil LeakJet Edge developed an underwater water jet system to blast away hydrates that were clogging a containment system at the BP oil spill site. The Jet Edge system is the first waterjet system that can operate at depths in excess of 5,000 feet below water. (more) |
07 July 20105 Axis Water Jet Cutting Technology Introduced by Jet EdgeJet Edge's innovative IKC 5-Axis water jet cutting head is capable of making inclined cuts and controlling kerf to ensure optimal part quality. The IKC’s capabilities include 600º rotation, a maximum angle of +/- 60º, and dynamic precision from +/-0.2 to +/-0.5 mm/m, depending on the tilt of head. (more) |
30 June 2010Jergens, Inc. Introduces Full Strength Stainless Hoist Rings100% domestically manufactured from 17-4 PH stainless steel, these forged, center pull hoist rings provide the same working load limit as Jergens’ alloy steel products with the added benefit of increased corrosion resistance in harsh environments. (more) |
29 June 2010Water Jet Intensifier Pumps Highlighted in New Jet Edge BrochureWaterjet manufacturer Jet Edge has published a new brochure highlighting its waterjet intensifier pumps. The brochure includes a comparison of intensifier pumps versus direct-drive pumps. (more) |
29 June 2010Jergens, Inc. Recertifies to ISO 9001:2008Jergens, Inc. announced that both its TCD and ASG divisions were recertified to ISO 9001:2008, reinforcing the company’s commitment to maintaining the highest possible quality standards. (more) |
28 June 2010Jergens, Inc. Workholding Solutions Group to Highlight Quick Change Fixturing at IMTS 2010Jergens, Inc. will showcase its line of quick change fixturing solutions in booth W-2312 at the 2010 IMTS show being held at Chicago’s McCormick Place September 13 – 18. (more) |
25 June 2010Jergens, Inc. Launches New WebsiteJergens, Inc. launches a new website including e-commerce, downloadable 2D/3D CAD drawings, product selectors, cost calculators, case histories and more. (more) |
08 June 2010New "Green" Vegetable-Based Coolants Give Maximum Lubricity and Sump LifeRustlick PowerCool Green and PowerCool Green CF coolants are new, long-lasting water-soluble oils made from naturally derived, “green” vegetable-based oils. These premium coolants are specially formulated to be operator-friendly and to give maximum lubricity, biostability in heavy-duty cutting and grinding applications. (more) |
01 June 2010VISI PROGRESS V. 18 PRESENTS SIGNIFICANT NEW CAPABILITIESVero Software, a leading provider of CAD/CAM/CAE solutions for the tooling industry announced the upcoming release of VISI Progress V. 18, a substantial release with many new features for the design of Progressive Dies and Press Tools. Industry specific functionality provides a more productive and efficient design experience. (more) |
01 June 2010Jet Edge Water Jet Pump Features Redundant IntensifiersJet Edge's 50hp, 60,000 psi iP60-50R water jet intensifier pump has two intensifier systems. If one system should fail or require maintenance, the other can continue operations until the intensifier pump can be shut down for service. (more) |
28 May 2010Blank Prep Made EasyUnison will be demonstrating its latest Version 7 software package at the International Machine Tool Show to be held in Chicago from September 13th-18th. This new software was designed specifically for automated Blank Preparation when used with Unison’s Model 2150 CNC DedTru Grinding System. (more) |
20 May 2010Bob Russo to Head Methods Machine Tools New Tooling and Accessories GroupMethods Machine Tools, Inc., a leading supplier of innovative precision machine tools, has selected Mr. Bob Russo for the position of National Sales Manager for its new Tooling and Accessories Group. (more) |
13 May 2010Jet Edge Exhibiting Water Jet Cutting Machine at WJTA-IMCA Expo Aug. 17-19Water jet manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc., of St. Michael, Minn., will exhibit its Mid Rail Gantry water jet cutting machine at the 2010 WJTA-IMCA Expo, Aug. 17-19 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston. Look for Jet Edge in Booth 829. (more) |
22 April 2010MatCamNZ Distributing Jet Edge Waterjets in New ZealandMatCamNZ is now selling Jet Edge waterjet systems in New Zealand. They carry Jet Edge’s full line of water jet cutting and surface preparation equipment, including waterjet cutting machines, waterjet intensifier pumps and portable waterjetting systems. (more) |
14 April 2010Watch Video - How Re-Shoring Will Help Manufacturing - as reported by CBSThere's a new term being used when discussing manufacturing - re-shoring, that is, bringing jobs back to the local economy. Harry Moser of GF Agie Charmilles discusses the trend on CBS. Find out more about how the Purchasing Fair can lower your total cost of ownership of parts and tooling, strengthen your company's supply chain while helping the U.S. economy recover, and bring jobs back to the U.S. (more) |
12 April 2010JACQUET Southeast Offers Water Jet Cutting Services in Charlotte, N.C.Metal service center JACQUET Southeast is now offering waterjet cutting services in Charlotte, N.C. JACQUET is capable of processing large plates and sheets on its 21'x13' Jet Edge waterjet system. It also supplies stainless steel and nickel alloys. (more) |
07 April 2010Methods Named Exclusive North American Importer of FEELER Machine ToolsAnnouncement coincides with Introduction of All-New Line of High Performance Machine Tools.Sudbury, MA, U.S.A. – Methods Machine Tools, Inc., a leading supplier of innovative precision machine tools, has announced effective today, that they are the exclusive importer of Fair Friend Group’s (FFG) FEELER line of machine tools throughout North America. FFG (Taipei, Taiwan) is one of the largest machine tool manufacturers in the world. Methods has simultaneously introduced a totally new range of FEELER machines that feature extensive engineering by Methods, designed to provide users unsurpassed performance and value. (more) |
05 April 2010New High Performance Tube Bending Lubricant - Accu-Lube JL-12Accu-Lube JL-12 is an opaque gel formulated specifically for tube bending applications. It can be pumped or hand-applied directly to the tube or bending mandrels leaving a clean coating on the mandrel that will not build up over time. (more) |
15 March 2010PRIMA INDUSTRIE S.p.A. Named Best Performing Italian Industrial Machinery Company - U.S. Operations That Include PRIMA North America's LASERDYNE SYSTEMS and PRIMA SYSTEMS Contribute to Global SuccessPRIMA INDUSTRIE S.p.A. has been named best performing Italian public company in the industrial machinery sector, and second of all large companies according to an independent study by A. T. Kearney, the global management consulting firm. The results have been reported in Italian media sources La Stampa and Il Mondo. (more) |
10 March 20105'x5' Water Jet Cutting Machine Ideal for Small ShopsJet Edge's 5'x5' Mid Rail Gantry water jet cutting machine is designed to cut virtually any material up to 60”X60”. If equipped with an optional second cutting head, it can cut two parts up to 30”X60”. Optional mirroring cuts part cycle time in half. The 5'x5' water jet table is ideal for shops that cut smaller materials or that have limited space for machinery. (more) |
26 February 2010NEW PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENT: HYDRAULIC POSITION AND RETENTION PINMaster WorkHolding Inc. of Morganton NC is proud to announce the release of the newest member of our fixture component family. The hydraulically actuated position and retention pin (H-PRP). Building on the ever popular (PRP) patented design which utilizes a metal to metal seal to eliminate contamination from entering the mechanism. MWH has developed the dual-purpose hydraulic version to first snap the work piece into position and then, once hydraulics are actuated, clamp the part for machining. (more) |
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