New Product Introductions
New product releases by leading suppliers are timed so that you see them first at METALFORM! You'll see the latest stamping, forming and value-added technologies. Compare hundreds of leading-edge products, equipment and services!
These exhibitors will introduce new products and/or services exclusively at METALFORM! Make sure to visit their booths to see these new products first hand.
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Exhibitors who are participating in the Next Generation Innovation awards are marked with NGIA on the list below. You can also see them here.
| 3DQuickPress-SolidWorks | AMBI Clutches & Joints Corp. |
| AP&T North America Inc. | ARKU Coil-Systems, Inc. |
| AW Precision LLC | Accurate Die Design, Inc. |
| Advanced Heat Treat Corp. | Argenmetal |
| Arkada Engineering | Atlas Material Handling |
| Auto-Sert, Inc. | Automated Control Systems (ACS) |
| Automated Tapping Systems, Inc. | Balluff, Inc. |
| Banner Engineering Corp. | Beckwood Press Co. |
| Black Bros. Co. | Bohler-Uddeholm Corp. |
| CIECO, Inc. NGIA | Calvary Industries, Inc. |
| Can-Eng Furnaces | Capture 3D, Inc. |
| Chicago Bearing | China FAW Group Import & Export Corp. |
| Cimatron Technologies, Inc. | Coe Press Equipment Corp. |
| Contrinex, Inc. | DADCO, Inc. |
| Danly IEM | Dayton Progress Corp. |
| Delta Computer Systems, Inc. | Die Tech Services |
| Dosatron International, Inc. | Drive Source International - dba DSI/Dynamatic |
| Dura-Glider | Dynamic Feeds Inc. |
| ESI Group | Eaton/Cutler-Hammer |
| Engineered Lubricants Co. | Engineering Technology Associates, Inc. NGIA |
| Etna Products, Inc. | Fenn Technologies |
| Forward Industries | Fuchs Lubricants Co. |
| Global Shop Solutions | Global Tooling & Engineering, Inc. |
| Greenerd Press & Machine Co., Inc. | Guangzhou Yongwei Mold & CNC Machinery Co. Ltd. |
| HMS Products Co. | HTM Electronics-Sensors |
| Hans Mehner, Inc. | Helm Instrument Co., Inc. |
| Hess Industries, Inc. | Horizon Steel Co. |
| Hunan Boyan-Dongfang Powder Metallurgy Co. Ltd. | Hutchison Tool Sales |
| Hyson Products | INTEG Process Group |
| Industrial Magnetics, Inc. | JOBI Storage Solutions |
| Jiaxing NYC Industrial Co. Ltd. | K-SUN Trading Co. Ltd. |
| KGK International Corp./Nihon Spindle | Kaga (U.S.A.), Inc./Kaga, Inc. (Japan) |
| Kaman Measuring Systems | Kennametal/Carbidie |
| Kent Corp. | Komatsu America Industries LLC NGIA |
| Kong Ngai Precision Metal Moulding (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd. | LSP Industries |
| Leifeld USA Metal Spinning | Lightning Time Savers, Inc. |
| Lincoln Electric | Linear Transfer Systems |
| MS Fluid Technologies (Formerly Mid-State Chemical & Supply Corp.) | Macrodyne Technologies, Inc. |
| Master Finish | Mate Precision Tooling |
| Metal Mates-ITW Rocol North America | Millutensil N.A. Inc. |
| Minster Machine Co., The | Miyachi Unitek Corp. NGIA |
| Moeller Manufacturing | Multipress |
| New-Form Tools Ltd. NGIA | Ningbo Zhenyu Die & Mould Co. Ltd. |
| North American Safety Products, Inc. | Oak Products, Inc. |
| Okamoto Corp. | P/A Industries |
| Pacesetter Systems | Paratus/AMD |
| Perfection Machinery Sales, Inc. | Perfecto Industries Inc. |
| Phygen Coatings, Inc. | Promess Inc. NGIA |
| Puritan Magnetics, Inc. | Rapid-Air |
| ReelTec | Reich Tool & Design Inc. |
| Rifast Systems | Rockwell Automation |
| Ross Controls | Royal Diversified Products |
| SOB (Shinkang Oilless Bearing) Co., Ltd. | Sankyo America, Inc. |
| Schuler Inc. | SelfLube |
| Serapid, Inc. | Sherman Dodge |
| ShopEdge Software Inc. | Shoptech Software |
| Signature Technologies, Inc. | Smedberg Machine Corp. |
| Special Machinery Inc. | Speedycut Tapping Machines, Inc. |
| Stamtec, Inc. | Standard Electric Supply Co. |
| Standfast Industries, Inc. | Stuart, D.A. |
| Sumco Inc. | Superior Die Set Corp. |
| Superior Press & Automation | Sutherland Presses |
| TECHNOTRADE International, Inc. | TTS Automation |
| Taylor Made Solutions | Tebis America |
| Tecnomagnete | Toledo Integrated Systems |
| Tool Dynamics | Torque Technologies |
| Tower Oil & Technology Co. | Tox-Pressotechnik |
| TruCut, Inc. | Uelner Precision Tools & Dies |
| Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc. | Ultra Tool & Manufacturing |
| United Aluminum | Vero International, Inc. |
| Vibro/Dynamics Corp. | Wandres Corp. |
| Wardcraft Conveyor & Quick Die Change | Wayne Trail Technologies |
| Wilco Inc. | Willett, M. S. Inc. |
| Wintriss Controls of Honeywell NGIA | Woodworth Heat Treating |
| Work Accessories |
Beckwood Press Co. —Booth: 1115
889 Horan Dr.
St. Louis , MO 63026
Phone: (800)737-0111
Fax: (800)737-0444
Web: www.beckwoodpress.com
Beckwood Press Company, St. Louis, MO, USA
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Beckwood Press Company, St. Louis, MO, USA, has built a technologically advanced deep draw press for Orange County Choppers, and will be displaying the drawn tanks and fenders on a production chopper at the 2008 Regional Metalform Show in Birmingham, Alabama. Additionally, Beckwood will be exhibiting one of their latest press designs, displaying the latest in hydraulic press technology and features.
Beckwood manufactures 4-Post, 2-Post, SSE (Straight Side Endframe) and C-Frame hydraulic presses tailored to meet each individual customer’s specific requirements. They have added new products and features to their hydraulic press (from 2-2000+ tons) and automated system lines. These advances include expanded technology and increased energy efficiency with a wider range of presses, options and integration offerings.
Beckwood has also expanded their product line with the addition of hydraulic and hydro-pneumatic benchtop presses from 3-40+ tons, Accu-Flex Servo Motion (3-150+ tons), Electromechanical Ballscrew presses (from 3-5 tons) and high performance dispensing systems to supplement their selection of machinery.
The company is based in St. Louis, MO USA and recently celebrated their 32nd year in business. They are located on the web at www.beckwoodpress.com.
CIECO, Inc. —Booth: 1429
2401 Hookstown Grade Rd.
Clinton , PA 15026
Phone: (412)262-5581
Fax: (412)264-9272
Web: www.ciecocontrols.com
CIECO Inc. Clinton, PA will focus attention on their new low cost wireless Efficiency Analysis Reporting System.
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EARS is a complete production tracking system that includes both hardware and software. Eliminate or reduce shop floor accounting and transfer information in real-time from machinery where cabled communication is difficult or unwanted. View productivity status of your machines from your PC and create your own reports in Excel or Access. It can be used on almost any machine regardless of the existing controls and does not require any data entry. You can track efficiency of your labor-time and machine resources and identify areas for making process improvement. Once installed, the EARS system runs automatically without manual data entry.
CIECO also provides a multiple range of pressroom controls starting with stand-alone to fully integrated packages. The product lines are built in the U.S. with CIECO quality and supported by the CIECO Technical Support Team.
Coe Press Equipment Corp. —Booth: 0822
40549 Brentwood Dr.
Sterling Heights , MI 48310
Phone: (586)979-4400
Fax: (586)979-2970
Web: www.cpec.com
Coe Press Equipment introduces their latest technology joint venture with GSW-Schwabe, Germany.
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Coe Press Equipment will introduce their new series of cost-effective "3 in 1" Cradle-Straightener-Feeders at the 2008 METALFORM show. These innovative machines have the ability to process heavy coil materials with minimum floorspace requirements. The CA/VAR Series of standard machines is capable of processing coil widths from 6" to 36", strip thickness from .030" to .400", and coil weights from 3,000 lbs, to 20,000lbs. These machines feature effective containment and threading systems for narrow heavy gauge coils and high strength coils. The heart of the CA/VR Series is the hydraulic pilot release system that allows for running progressive die operations. The fully driven feeder-straightener has a unique "alligator" opening for material threading and pilot release functionality.
DADCO, Inc. —Booth: 1029
43850 Plymouth Oaks Blvd.
Plymouth , MI 48170-2598
Phone: (734)207-1100
Fax: (734)207-2222
Web: www.dadco.net
NEW MICRO LIFTER FROM DADCO!
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The new patented SLN.180 Micro Nitrogen Gas Lifter from DADCO provides an all-in-one approach to guided lift applications. This robust 50 mm diameter body lifter has a keyed guide rod preventing rotation and eliminating the need for additional guidance components. Complete with built-in dampening device, the SLN.180 is ideal for progressive stamping dies. The SLN.180 is available with basic and slotted guide rod options for single, multi-point or rail lift operations.
DADCO's popular Micro 180™ gas spring, housed inside the guide rod, provides reliable lifting force and facilitates quick, easy repair. The SLN.180 provides on-contact forces ranging from 88 lb. to 450 lb. and is available with stroke lengths from 25 mm to 125 mm. SLN.180 Lifters are easy to order and simple to install, saving design time.
Danly IEM —Booth: 1731
6779 Engle Rd, Ste A
Cleveland , OH 44130
Phone: (800)243-2659
Fax: (800)833-2659
Web: www.danly.com
Anchor Danly Announces Extra Heavy Duty Accu-Bend Units Are Now Upgraded
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Units include a tool steel rocker set into a steel saddle with aluminum bronze material and a graphite plug liner. Available in standard metric sizes and with rocker diameters of 20mm-80mm and lengths of 50mm-900mm, these units transfer the vertical motion of the press into a smooth one-motion rotation. The smooth rotation provides a rotary bend process which requires less tonnage and less strain on the material and can also include optional pre-configured mounting hole patterns. Specials manufactured for your custom needs as well.
Delta Computer Systems, Inc. —Booth: 1942
11719 NE 95th St., Suite D
Vancouver , WA 98682
Phone: (360)254-8688
Fax: (360)254-5435
Web: www.deltamotion.com
Delta Computer Systems, Inc. has announced the production release of the NEW RMC150 multi-axis motion controller.
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The RMC150 multi-axis motion controller includes Delta’s powerful new RMC150E CPU module with a built-in 10/100 Mbit Ethernet port and takes advantage of Delta’s field proven RMC100 Series I/O modules. Programming, configuration, diagnostics and automatic tuning is achieved using Delta’s field hardened RMCTools software— yielding a hardware and software combination that is a leap forward in capability and ease-of-use for fluid power and electric servo motion control applications. The RMC150 can handle a maximum of eight synchronized axes; additionally the RMC151 can control eight dual-loop position-pressure/force axes, twice the previous maximums.
RMCTools software features flexible User Programs with extensive commands including robust mathematical expressions complementing setup wizards, automated loop tuning wizards and a plot manager for graphic based diagnostics.
Engineering Technology Associates, Inc. —Booth: 1917
1133 E Maple Rd, Ste 200
Troy , MI 48083
Phone: (248)729-3010
Fax: (248)729-3020
Web: www.eta.com
Now Available from Engineering Technology Associates: DYNAFORM 5.6— the Complete Die System Simulation Solution.
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Newest release 5.6 has many new features and includes a new module called Die System Analysis (DSA).
DYNAFORM allows the organization to entirely bypass soft tooling, reducing overall tryout time, lowering costs, increasing productivity and providing complete confidence in die system design. It also allows evaluation of alternative and unconventional designs and materials for an optimal solution. The most cost-effective and accurate solution available, DYNAFORM is the clear choice among progressive organizations seeking to streamline the die analysis system.
HMS Products Co. —Booth: 0552
1200 E. Big Beaver Rd.
Troy , MI 48083
Phone: (248)689-8120
Fax: (248)689-5886
Web: www.hmsproducts.com
LOW COST FULL SERVO BLANK FEEDER
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HMS is pleased to showcase our new Blank Destacking Solution. Tailored for smaller Blank Fed applications, and tied to a competitive price point, this system can provide continuous run service to a family of blanks similar geometries.
Eliminating the Elevator below the stack table reduces setup time, reduces overall machine content, and improves simplicity.
System will Plunge, Pick Up and Place Blanks into a Transfer Pick Up station at speeds approaching 25 SPM. Programmable Servo Drives allow for simple adjustment to the Transfer Pick up location.
Please contact HMS Products Co. (248) 689-8120 or www.hmsproducts.com for more information, or to have our Sales Staff look at your evaluation.
Hess Industries, Inc. —Booth: 0845
2950 Redfield Rd
Niles , MI 49120
Phone: (269)683-4182
Fax: (269)683-1775
Web: www.hessindustries.com
Hess Demand Flow™ Sheet Metal Fabrication Systems...one Machine, a family of Parts...with changeover "On-the-fly"
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Hess Industries, Inc., introduces their DEMAND FLOW™ Sheet Metal Fabrication and Assembly Systems that manufacture families of parts for HVAC components such as A/C coil guards, base pans / tops, FURNACE doors, tops, and air filter housings as well as WHITE GOODS components; washer/ dryer drums, wraps, refrigerator doors, etc. A Hess Demand Flow system supports any sheet metal fabrication intensive company’s LEAN MANUFACTURING STRATEGY.
Hess Demand Flow fabricates parts to customer order as apposed to a sales forecast. The Benefits of this technology include product mix flexibility, reduced tooling and labor cost, reduced work in process and finished goods inventory, as well as floor space utilization.
Proprietary Hess metal forming technologies integrate metal forming, fabrication, and assembly processes, from coil or sheet stock through finished parts. A typical Demand Flow system incorporates programmable punching, piercing, forming, shearing, and assembly stations to manufacture a family of parts, with change-over occurring seamlessly on-the-fly.
Utilizing Hess "Smart Die" technology, the featured Furnace Line (pictured above) manufactures a family of up to 16 different furnace doors and seamlessly changes over from part to part, "on-the-fly".
The process starts with pre-painted blanks of sixteen different sizes. The overhead gantry de-stacker is programmed to select the correct size blank and present it to the forming line. Operations in the forming line include; (1) corner notching, (2) hole piercing, and (3) edge forming of the sides, top and bottom. Parts exiting the system are transferred to two different assembly lines, where Hess supplied gendering machines add the required features for the specific model being assembled.
For additional application examples, please visit www.hessonthefly.com and www.hessindustries.com.
Hyson Products —Booth: 1107
10367 Brecksville Rd.
Brecksville , OH 44141
Phone: (440)526-5900
Fax: (440)838-7684
Web: www.hysonproducts.com
Hyson Products introduces Tanker®B (TNKB)
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Hyson Products introduces Tanker®B (TNKB), the latest generation of the Tanker® gas spring series that was introduced in 1985. The new springs offer 25% to 35% more force than the Super Tanker® gas springs they replace.
The TNKB features patented dynamic lubrication to reduce heat build-up and extend spring life, a bore seal to resist contamination and rod damage, and the corrosion-resistant nitrided rod, self-aligning to accept normal die movement and a degree of sideload without damaging cylinder seal surface. The TNKB spring is offered in four sizes from 1000 to 6600, and in strokes to 200mm/7.87 in.
The TNKB incorporates an SAE-4 (7/16-20) port to accommodate standard full size hoses, and has six flanges available for mounting.
Komatsu America Industries LLC —Booth: 0305
199 E. Thorndale Ave.
Wood Dale , IL 60191
Phone: (630)860-3000
Fax: (630)860-5680
Web: www.komatsupress.com
Komatsu Introduces New Visual Inspection System (VIS)
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The Komatsu Visual Inspection System (VIS) is software that measures the slide position, speed, load in tons, working energy, and other press parameters. Sensors incorporated in the press feed this data through the built in communications port in order to display and control such data on a remote computer. This operation not only makes it easier to manufacture and adjust the dies but also to control the accuracy of formed parts and reduce defects.
Exact digital data removes the guesswork - no more intuition or trial and error. Seeing exactly what's happening in the press cycle allows you to optimize the press motion and speed to the match your application - eliminating wasted slide motion, improving thru put and part quality. You can "see" exactly where there are any secondary or unwanted vibrations or shock occurring in the cycle, precisely time when the strippers engage. You can analyze the entire cycle or any part of the cycle - in degree segments or inches from BDC.
Komatsu engineers developed the VIS system for use in Komatsu Mechanical Servo Presse. With available capacities from 35-ton single point to 3000-ton multipoint straight side designs, Komatsu Servo Presses always offer the right press for the right job.
Komatsu VIS and Servo Technology provide the optimum solution - only from Komatsu.
Leifeld USA Metal Spinning —Booth: 0804
9727 Stoneglen Dr
Colorado Springs , CO 80920
Phone: (719)282-9061
Fax: (719)282-9157
Web: www.leifeldspinning.com
Leifeld introduces additional "S" version Spinning Machines; and an updated line of Flow Forming and Necking In Machines
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Leifeld is now offering four "S" version spinning machine models. These machines are equipped with stronger headstocks, tailstocks, motors and slide power. For example our PNC 125 S spinning machine with combined Playback & CNC control can form materials up to 1 inch thick with a maximum blank diameter of 98 inch.
For 2008 we also made many enhancements to our Playback / CNC control and many other machinery components, which will all be showcased during the show. All our metal spinning machines models can be outfitted for hot forming and / or water cooled forming, if the applications require it.
We will also inform you of our flowforming machines and tube necking in & closing machines, particularly for forming wheels of all types, high precision tubes and cylinders of all types.
During the Metalform show we will display parts made on our machinery, videos and computer simulations of our programming software.
MS Fluid Technologies (Formerly Mid-State Chemical & Supply Corp.) —Booth: 0261
2100 Greenbriar Ln.
Indianapolis , IN 46218
Phone: (317)925-1407
Fax: (317)924-8553
Web: www.msfluid.com
MS Fluid releases most recent version of Eco Draw line—Eco Draw HVRG-7BG.
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This green technology is composed of improved boundary additives, thermal resistant activators, and extreme pressure additives that make it ideal for use with new technology steel, such as dual phase, TRIP and other high-strength steels. It serves as an excellent replacement for chlorinated paraffin oils on heavy duty truck frame rails and control arms plus other extreme pressure forming operations.
Mate Precision Tooling —Booth: 0253
1295 Lund Blvd.
Anoka , MN 55303
Phone: (800)328-4492
Fax: (800)541-0285
Web: www.mate.com
Mate Precision Tooling leads the punching industry with another first — the all new Mate Enumerator™ Sequential Numbering Tool
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Designed to stamp sequential serial numbers, dates and codes on fabricated parts, this unique tool system extends the punching capabilities of today’s CNC punch presses. Sequential numbering up to six digits long is now easily accomplished within the punching process, eliminating the need for complex machine programming or a costly secondary operation.
The Mate Enumerator operates in two modes:
- Sequential Number Mode: Use this mode to advance by one number for each complete stroke the tool makes.
- Fixed Number Mode: Use this mode to create fixed numbers such as date, batch number, or part number.
The Enumerator is fully self-contained and requires no additional software or machine code. It operates on any thick turret punch press with a 3-1/2 inch D station. More info is available at www.mate.com/enumerator.
Metal Mates-ITW Rocol North America —Booth: 1611
3624 W. Lake Ave.
Glenview , IL 60026
Phone: (800)452-5823
Fax: (800)952-5823
Web: www.rocolnorthamerica.com
METAL MATES NEW Line of Lubricants for High Strength Steel
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METAL MATES has introduced a new line of unique lubricants that have been specifically engineered for use on AHSS, advanced high strength steels, and difficult drawing, stamping, piercing and flanging application. The choice of VS-HSS, OVS-HSS or HDP-HSS depends on the severity of forming application and grade and thickness of the AHSS. These high performance lubricants combine anti-wear, extreme pressure and corrosion protection for the complete range high strength steels including Dual Phase (DP), Transformation Induced Plasticity (TRIP), Complex Phase (CP) and Martensitic (MART).
For ease and versatility of application the products can be applied by spray, brush, roll coat, or drip. Unlike other lubricants they won’t becoming sticky and gummy as they move through the critical segments in progressive dies. None of these new lubricants require part cleaning before welding operations. These new lubricants improve the life of dies, part quality and reduce scrap saving both time and money.
METAL MATES manufactures a full line of water based stamping lubricants in an ISO 9001 chemical blending plant in DeWitt, Iowa. METAL MATES is a brand name of ITW ROCOL North America, manufacturer of global metalworking fluid solutions.
Miyachi Unitek Corp. —Booth: 1743
PO Box 5033
1820 S Myrtle Ave
Monrovia , CA 91017
Phone: (626)303-5676
Fax: (626)599-7906
Web: www.miyachiunitek.com
Miyachi Unitek is pleased to introduce the new LMF-2000 fiber laser marker.
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Both the 10 and 20W versions are capable of Q-switch frequencies of 2-500 kHz for maximum mark quality and speed, and have all the advantages of fiber technology with additional features that enable the user to specify a tailored solution. These features include a PC, touchscreen, stand-alone or pendant operation, intuitive and customizable marking interface, integrated rotary and XYZ motion, LAN connectivity, and an in-line camera option to view the mark and provide a non-intrusive code verification or read capability. In addition to the standard marking software, a number of software options are available to seamlessly integrate the marker into existing and legacy systems.
Miyachi Unitek designs and manufactures a full range of resistance welding and reflow soldering power supplies, heads, monitors and accessories for both large scale and fine spot applications requiring precision metals joining, lasers and laser systems for welding and marking, and hermetic sealing systems, Gloveboxes and environmental enclosures. The company offers applications and process development support at no charge. Company Headquarters is located at 1820 S Myrtle Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016. Contact Miyachi Unitek at (626) 303-5676 or by email at info@muc.miyachi.com. Miyachi Unitek may be found on the internet at www.muc.miyachi.com.Moeller Manufacturing —Booth: 1939
43938 Plymouth Oaks Blvd
Plymouth , MI 48170
Phone: (734)416-0000
Fax: (734)416-2200
Web: www.moellerpunch.com
WORLD’S EXCLUSIVE MECHANICAL PUNCH STRIPPER
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NEW & IMPROVED — Now Adaptable to All Style Industry Retainers!
The True-Strip die-spring-actuated mechanical stripper for punches, from Moeller Manufacturing Co., Plymouth, MI, effectively and cleanly strips the workpiece to prolong tool life and avoid double hits or parts stacked in the die. True-Strip is a precision-machined device that is compact, convenient, interchangeable and fits directly onto industry standard shoulder and ball lock retainers with one screw and complies with all NAAMS specifications.
This unique product is used with a single punch design or custom multi-hole pierce punch applications offering significant cost savings. The True-Strip unit’s robust design has a stripper guided not only by the land of the steel can, but also by the head on the stripper. This feature creates a dual guided condition, adds stability for side load and prolongs tool life.
Moeller’s True-Strip can pierce and strip a variety of material to 2mm thick with unlimited production requirements. This design allows all of the stripping forces to be completely isolated in the stripper unit body, so that no forces transfer to any outside component. Another user benefit, by merely changing the spring, stripping force is adjustable. Visit Moeller at Booth 737 or www.moellerpunch.com.
New-Form Tools Ltd. —Booth: 1240
232 Lorne Ave East
PO Box 23018
Stratford , ON N5A 7V8
Phone: (519)272-0921
Fax: (519)272-1996
Web: www.newformtools.com
New-Form Tools, Stratford, Ontario, Canada, will display its patented Quick Change Tube Cutting System at booth #141 during the 2008 METALFORM Show.
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The Quick Change Tube Cutting System has been developed to help Tube and Pipe manufacturers gain valuable production time. Cut-off blades can now be changed in less than 10 seconds and jaw systems in less than 60 seconds. New-Form’s patented Quick Change Systems will increase mill uptimes by as much as 1-2 hours per day, resulting in the added benefit of 300-600 hours of running time per year on each tube mill. These revolutionary systems have an unbelievable payback in weeks! Quick Change blades, jaws, and cross cut systems may be retrofitted into existing On-line or Off-line die sets.
Oak Products, Inc. —Booth: 0515
504 Wade St.
Sturgis , MI 49091
Phone: (269)651-8513
Fax: (269)659-4625
Web: www.oakpresses.com
Oak Press Solutions Inc. Introduces the New CL Series Press at METALFORM 2008
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Oak Press Solutions Inc. brings the experience and reputation it’s built in the HVAC industry to the general stamping industry with the launch of its new CL Series press at METALFORM 2008. With capacities from 60 to 300 tons, speeds from 60 to 400 SPM, strokes to 7 inches and beds up to 84 inches wide, the CL Series provides engineers with the speed, precision and flexibility required to solve the challenges of today’s demanding stamping applications.
The CL Series incorporates many of the innovative features found on other OAK presses. They include a hydraulic slide withdrawal system for fast and easy tooling maintenance, use of anti-friction roller bearings on all load-bearing connections to minimize stack-up tolerances and a 12-point slide guide system that uses anti-friction roller bearings installed with zero clearance to maximize slide accuracy. Combined with a heavy-duty, cast iron frame, the CL Series will deliver consistent, high-quality parts run after run. To learn more about the CL Series, stop by booth # 113.
Promess Inc. —Booth: 2246
11429 Grand River Rd.
Brighton , MI 48116
Phone: (810)229-9334
Fax: (810)229-8125
Web: www.promessinc.com
Promess Introduces Patented "Tweak-O-Matic"® Automated Part Straightening System
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An innovative, automated and patented part straightening system combining high-tech electro-mechanical servo-presses with real-time straightness measurement and feedback has been introduced by Promess, Inc.
Based on the company’s field-proven Electro-Mechanical Assembly Press (EMAP), Promess PRO process monitoring and test system, and sensor technologies all integrated with Promess-developed, Windows-based, icon-driven software, the new "Tweak-O-Matic" straightening system is applicable to sheet metal stampings, machined parts, extrusions, tubular assemblies, and virtually any component or structure that requires straightening.
"The heart of the Tweak-O-Matic is the Promess EMAP," explained Promess president Larry Stockline. "EMAP’s an instrumented electromechanical servo press, which means that ram position is accurately known by the control at all times. We use of pair of EMAPs in the Tweak-O-Matic, one on each side of a part clamping fixture. After the part is clamped, the rams move into contact and their position is communicated to the control via the PRO modules. By comparing the actual part location to a pre-determined standard, we can tell whether or not the part is flat."
"If it is, it’s unclamped and passed down the line," Stockline said, "if it isn’t, we then use the presses in tandem to move it in the appropriate direction. Since there are two rams, and their motion is coordinated, the straightening operation may be &rsqou;push-pull,’ ’push-push,’ or ’pull-push’ with the direction, distance, and force all calculated by the PRO control modules. It’s a repetitive ’move-measure-move’ process with the control using gage feedback and press position information to apply the force necessary to achieve the desired flatness or straightness."
The Tweak-O-Matic system can be configured to handle a broad range of stamped parts and assemblies, including transmission shafts and components, shock absorber towers, construction hammers, saw blades, automotive engine push rods, firearm barrels, shock absorber rods, drive shafts, camshafts, axle shafts, golf club shafts, lawn mower blades, and virtually anything else that needs to be straightened after manufacturing and/or assembly operations.
"The operating principle is highly scaleable;" Stockline added, "there is no need to stop at two EMAPs. I can easily envision a system using a hundred or more presses to straighten or bend a large structure like an aircraft airframe during manufacturing," he said. "And, of course, if it can straighten a part or assembly, it can also bend it to any desired configuration as well. This opens an additional range of applications on parts and assemblies that need to be precisely bent for proper function."
Promess Introduces the Electro-Mechanical Assembly Press "EMAP"
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Unlike older mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic assembly presses, the Promess Electro-Mechanical Assembly Press technology is the foundation for truly intelligent assembly operations, which offer new levels of quality, productivity, and flexibility.
Puritan Magnetics, Inc. —Booth: 1448
465 S Glaspie St, Unit B
Oxford , MI 48371
Phone: (248)628-3808
Fax: (248)628-3844
Web: www.puritanmagnetics.com
Puritan Magnetics introduces their line of Belt Free Magnetic Conveyors.
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Belt Free Magnetic Conveyors are designed to convey stamping scrap, knockouts, or chips and turnings from lathes, mills, presses, or other metal working machinery. The virtually maintenance free, belt free design eliminates the associated jamming, tearing, and premature wear with belt type conveyors. Internal Magnetic assemblies attached to heavy duty roller chain travel around the inside of the conveyor body. The magnetic field projects through the stainless steel conveying surface, attracting parts or scrap to its surface. As the magnet assemblies travel inside, the ferrous objects are conveyed externally along the stainless steel slider bed until they are discharged.
Schuler Inc. —Booth: 0905
7145 Commerce Blvd.
Canton , MI 48187
Phone: (734)207-7200
Fax: (734)207-7222
Web: www.schulerinc.com
Schuler Incorporated (Canton, MI) expands its range of energy efficient blanking and forming servo drive presses.
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The newly released servo drive presses are best suited for press shops producing a variety of parts and using multiple die technologies. Available in standard sizes with press forces from 275 to 2500 tons, all presses feature standard component modules and can be operated as either transfer or progressive die presses. In addition, custom design servo drive presses are now available in press forces up to 2500 tons for automotive structural and body panel applications.
Fast and flexible with servo drive
The new presses feature a servo drive design, in which the drive is directly connected to the eccentric gear — without clutch and flywheel. Slide speeds and motion sequences can be individually programmed, and as a result, the slide can be precisely positioned, slowed down during drawing, and sped during slide return and transfer operations. This makes it possible to optimize the forming stage and adapt the slide curve to a specific application and increase production rates as compared to conventional mechanical drives. This added process control not only improves part quality, but also reduces die wear. Successful test runs for different applications can also be stored and quickly called upon for fast changeovers. In addition, the slide curve can be adapted exactly to the cycle of the press automation equipment — an important feature which increases output.
The ability to freely program the slide movement also means that slide stroke adjustment is automatically available; in addition, since the slide motion can easily be reversed, it is possible to produce an oscillating stroke motion.
For further information regarding Schuler Inc. and its pressroom products visit www.schulerinc.com.
Stuart, D.A. —Booth: 2007
4580 Weaver Pkwy
Warrenville , IL 60555
Phone: (630)393-0833
Fax: (630)393-0834
Web: www.dastuart.com
D.A. Stuart Introduces Drawsol Line of Metalforming Lubricants for High Strength Steels: Drawsol WM4745 and Drawsol WM6755B
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As metallurgical advances progress resulting in higher strength steels, metalforming lubricants faces increasing challenges. Dual phase high strength steels increase in yield strength as strain increases during the forming process.
Stuart’s line of Drawsol lubricants includes products specifically developed to reduce the abrasive effects of friction that occur during the forming of High Strength Steel, while at the same time imparting corrosion protection for the work piece. Equally important are the potential effects on downstream processes. Welding, assembly, or cleaning; many of Stuart’s lubricants have been developed to allow the user to weld through the film without prior cleaning. Formed parts can then be easily cleaned in an alkaline wash solution prior to painting. If you are having difficulty forming high strength steels, let us bring our expertise to your operation.
D.A. Stuart Company is recognized as a leader in the production of lubricants, metalworking fluids, friction modifiers, and in-process and production cleaners. The company supplies its specialty products and services to major markets including the automotive, steel, aluminum, aerospace, metalforming and fabrication industries.
Toledo Integrated Systems —Booth: 0915
PO Box 10
6834 Spring Valley Dr.
Holland , OH 43528
Phone: (800)886-5336
Fax: (419)867-4180
Web: www.toledointegratedsystems.com
New Press Pilot 150 Press Control is compact, economical and flexible for all applications
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Dual processors provide the necessary redundancy and control reliability that meets or exceeds ANSI B11.1, OSHA 1910.217 and CAN/CSA-Z142-02 standards. The Press Pilot 150 can be used as a stand-alone control or integrated with other automation equipment such as tonnage monitoring, die protection, programmable limit switches, PLC’s, etc. for maximum flexibility.
Integration can easily be accomplished with one of our TPC (Total Press Control) packages: DPPlus TPC, Press Attendant TPC, Co-Pilot TPC or Maximizer TPC. Some features of the Press Pilot 150 Control are: Plain English fault/prompt messages, Ethernet connectivity, brake monitor and inputs for up to four operator stations. For ease of installation and to address a variety of applications, the Press Pilot 150 Press Control can be configured to be resolver, encoder or cam based.
Economical compact monitor displays tonnage signatures
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Toledo Integrated Systems introduces the PWi PressWatch Tonnage Monitor, which is a full-featured monitor for press protection and quality control. The PWi can be field configured for two or four channel tonnage monitoring.
The PWi PressWatch monitor now has time based or resolver based tonnage signatures that are displayed on the integrated LCD graphic display. Tonnage signatures can now be viewed right at the press without using external hardware or software.
Some of the other features include: Reverse Tonnage Display, Storage for 100 Jobs, Computer Interface for PressNet and TTGraph, Top Stop Relay, E-Stop Relay and a Dust-Proof Enclosure.
The PWi is compact in size and is roughly 1/2 the size of many other 4 channel systems. The tonnage of each channel, as well as total tonnage, is displayed on high-visibility 7 segment LED displays. The user interface consists of six tactile switches and a back lit LCD graphic display that provides a user-friendly menu system. The LCD is also used to show tonnage deviation from set up, alarm history data, settings, and much more.
Tower Oil & Technology Co. —Booth: 1526
205 W. Randolph St.
Chicago , IL 60606
Phone: (312)346-0562
Fax: (312)346-6873
Web: www.toweroil.com
Clean stamped parts without using Vanish Oil?.....absolutely TRUE when you use Tower Oil & Technology Co.’s new KLENEDRAW 3344 synthetic stamping lubricant.
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Metals being formed range from cold roll steel, aluminum, galvanized, prepainted metal, yellow metals (brass & copper), to light gauge stainless steel. What is remarkable is how KLENEDRAW 3344 helps meet regulatory problems. OSHA and EPA requirements often make it costly or nearly impossible to run Vanish Oils.
That is where KLENEDRAW 3344 does the job — and frequently better. The benefits are non-flammable, water extendable, and easy to mix. No VOC issues to worry about. Contains no oil, sulfur, or chlorine, and is odorless. Offering outstanding corrosion protection along with being able to weld over the residue without the hazardous or unpleasant fumes. Operators like it and find if comparatively pleasant to use.
KLENEDRAW 3344 is a synthetic metalforming lubricant that provides excellent corrosion protection for ferrous metals. It contains a newly developed corrosion inhibitor package that provides rust protection for wet stacked parts. The performance of this new additive allows for a maximum blend of boundary and extreme pressure additives. KLENEDRAW 3344 can be used for a variety of Metalforming operations, including punching, perforating, multi-stage forming and drawing, and rollforming. It provides superior tool life and dries to a clean non-sticky film or dry film depending on the end use dilution.
TruCut, Inc. —Booth: 2011
1145 Allied Dr.
Sebring , OH 44672
Phone: (330)938-9806
Fax: (330)938-9342
Web: www.trucut.com
New online QuickQuote for replacement details to be featured at METALFORM 2008
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TruCut Incorporated, Sebring, OH, celebrates its 40th year in the die services business.
The company will be showcasing some of their new die service offerings at METALFORM 2008, where the rollout of a new online QuickQuote for replacement details will be featured. You will be able to fill in approximately 10 fields or hot buttons and get an instant price and delivery for the detail you want to replace. A great way to get a cost to decide whether to repair your current detail or replace it with a new one.
Other products and services include TruShim shimpaks, for die sharpening, replacement detail stocking programs, for inventory on your site for often used components and reverse engineering and scanning services of details that have been modified from original or have no previous CAD files.
Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc. —Booth: 2018
57 Dodge Ave
North Haven , CT 06473
Phone: (203)239-4481
Fax: (203)239-7479
Web: www.ulbrich.com
Ulbrich announces the acquisition of Delta Precision Alloys.
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Delta Ulbrich Precision Metals becomes the third member of our Specialty Wire Group. Enhanced capabilities include electroplating, ultra fine wire drawing and more alloys that include: Tungsten, Molybdenum, Titanium alloys and Tantalum.
Wintriss Controls of Honeywell —Booth: 0523
100 Discovery Way
Acton , MA 01720
Phone: (800)586-8324
Fax: (978)263-2491
Web: www.wintriss.com
HONEYWELL ANNOUNCES NEW JOB-SCHEDULING MODULE
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Job Scheduler Expands Capabilities of LETS Production-Reporting Software
The new scheduling module enables users to create a prioritized list of jobs to run on each machine throughout the factory, using a Web browser interface to select the appropriate part number(s), part quantity and due date for each job. The module then uses historical efficiency and changeover data that LETS has collected for each tool to estimate job completion dates and times, and highlights jobs that are estimated to complete after the due date.
When a machine calls for a new job, the scheduling module automatically sends the quantity of parts required, as well as the next tool, part, and/or job number, to machine-mounted SmartPAC 1, SmartPAC 2, or LETS Machine Interface (LMI) controls, using the LETS Ethernet connection with these units.
“The new scheduling module allows us to offer an expanded LETS solution to customers who are looking for a total machine automation solution,” said Jim Finnerty, product manager, Honeywell Wintriss.“The scheduler complements the strong data-collection, report-generation and real-time machine-monitoring features that have already made LETS a popular solution.”
The scheduling module can be used in group-scheduling environments, routing the highest-priority job in a single prioritized list to the first available machine in a work cell. If a machine in the group goes down for an extended period, LETS automatically reroutes those jobs to available machines.
LETS is a scalable, flexible software package featuring an OLE for Process Control (OPC) Server that accommodates a wide range of available“plug-in” device drivers and components for the industrial sector. Critical information logged to the LETS SQL database can easily be fed to enterprise resource planning (ERP) or manufacturing execution systems (MES) software. LETS users can schedule automatic generation of a variety of production and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) reports and, via the browser-based Factory Viewer, monitor the status of all machines in a plant in real time.
For more information about the Honeywell Wintriss job-scheduling module and other Honeywell solutions that can improve business performance, visit www.honeywell.com/ps.
March 25-28, 2007
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Rosemont, IL
An Invitation From 2007 PMA Chairman Wes Smith
Get full details on the first-ever Next Generation Leaders Day