Cutting tools The VersaDrive range of cutting tools .
Maidstone , UK-based HoleMaker Technology has launched the VersaDrive series of cutting tools , which are optimised for site tools and workshop equipment . They have been designed to speed up metalworking activities via a range of specialist features , such as quickchange adapters . The design allows for fast and convenient tooling changes when required , including when working with magnetic drills , impact wrenches , rotary pistol drills and pillar drills . To achieve optimum performance , the tools have a high strength , nonslip shank design and are subjected to a hardening and coating process for impact wrench use . This results in up to six times the working life of traditional cutting tools . www . holemaker-technology . com
Process control NovaCast Systems claims to have launched the most user-friendly metallurgical process control system on the market . ATAS MetStar helps foundries to stabilise their quality through an optimised production process . According to Per-Eric Persson , Product Manager , the system returns important data of each sample of the melt , the unique fingerprint and the operator / metallurgist on the shop floor has the possibility to correct possible negative variations before the actual castings are made . “ Our system helps foundries to cast only the castings needed , which involves key cost savings for foundries .” In this version of ATAS MetStar , a Good Guys ’ Index ( GGI ) is available . It shows how successful the operators are to minimise the foundry ’ s environmental footprint . The GGI value takes , for example , melting and holding time in the electrical furnace and addition of materials into account . www . novacast . se
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Design software Creaform ’ s latest release of VXmodel scan-to-CAD software puts power and ease of use at
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the centre of the design process . These additions were designed to improve user performance and productivity through a more efficient design process . “ Combined with the software ’ s ease of use , powerful autosurface feature and its great priceperformance ratio , VXmodel addresses the specific needs of industrial designers , mechanical designers and 3D modelling experts in their scan-based reverse engineering or additive manufacturing applications ” said Simon Côté , Product Manager . “ These professionals have a lot of choices when it comes to prepping a design . VXmodel ’ s advanced functionalities , rapid learning curve and intuitive interface allow users to focus on producing accurate designs both effectively and efficiently .” www . creaform3d . com
Precoated moulding sands ASK Chemicals has expanded its product portfolio with the addition of precoated sand that is used in the shell moulding process . ASKRONING precoated moulding sand for the shell moulding process are especially suitable for the production of filigree components in all commonly available casting alloys . The sands have the advantage of high dimensional accuracy with good hot and cold bending strengths and good disintegration and decoring abilities . A further advantage is its nearly infinitely long benchlife and storage possibilities . www . ask-chemicals . com
Handling equipment The specialist high performance handling products manufactured by the J D Neuhaus company are engineered for extremes and are suitable for operation within industries involving hazardous working areas including those subject to potential explosion risks . The company ’ s hoist and overhead crane mechanisms are strong , fast and silent , providing high levels of safety , with ease of operation . They combine lube-free , low maintenance operation with 100 % duty ratings and unlimited duty cycles . The products are insensitive to dust , humidity and temperatures ranging from 20 ° C to + 70 ° C .
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J D Neuhaus air-operated handling equipment , including hoists and cranes for operations within light , medium and heavy duty engineering , cover individual lift capacities from 250kg up to 100 tonnes . Even heavier lift requirements can also be achieved using multiple hoists and integrated synchronised lift and traverse controls for units operating in tandem or parallel configurations . www . jdngroup . com
Furnace door seals Regular cleaning of aluminium melting or holding furnace door frames prevents accumulation of dross and solidified aluminium . This enables an optimal furnace door sealing , with such benefits as correct furnace pressure , reduced metal oxidation , shorter melting time and lower fuel consumption . However , in daily practice there is often no time for attention to be paid to sufficient cleaning . To improve this situation , De Winter Engineering has developed a heat-resistant , selfadjustable door sealing system . The system reduces energy consumption and dross formation - with conventional door seal systems , the door remains open if there is dross accumulation at one point between the door and the doorframe . The SADS system will close this gap and minimise the loss of energy . www . dewinterengineering . com
Protective clothing TST started developing its heat protection equipment in 1990 . It has thorough experience and an extensive network , which continuously gives feedback on the function of its products . TST listens and keeps developing in order to get better and make work easier for its workwear users . The company offers radiant heat reflective , splash protective and insulating material-based ranges for head to foot protection . The Marlan coat is manufactured primarily for the aluminium industry for molten metal splash protection . Molten aluminium does not stick to the fabric surface and it is heat- and flame-resistant , according to the classification EN 11612 - A1 , B1 , C2 , D3 , E3 , F1 . Marlan is both soft and moistureabsorbent . It also has good anti-static properties and offers
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protection from electric arcs , which can reach temperatures of up to 10,000 ° C . www . tst-sweden . com
Precast refractories Altus Refractories LLC from Pennsylvania , USA specialises in value-added , precast shapes for all industries , with its special designs and products that help to reduce operating costs in the cement , aluminium , steel , power generation and other industries . The company offers a range of precast troughs for the aluminium industry , including transfer troughs , which require thermal shock resistance and the ability to withstand erosion and contact with molten aluminium and low flow troughs , which are generally used in transferring molten aluminium from the holding furnace . The troughs can be made from several different formulas , depending on customer requirements . The troughs are high impact and low flow and are designed for the toughest environments . They are delivered ready to install and can be supplied with support steelwork . Altus Refractories
Robust spectrometers Keit ’ s microFTS is a Fourier Transform Infrared ( FTIR ) spectrometer that is smaller , lighter and more rugged than current systems . Able to perform in many extreme environments , the microFTS was originally designed for space applications . The instrument offers a gold standard for realtime liquid-state analyses , enabling : Temperature measurement in the 500 ° C-3000 ° C range ; reporting of temperature accurately despite oxide , dross and slag formation on a hot surface ; and detection of CO , CO2 and water vapour emitted from furnace material . The microFTS has no moving parts , setting it apart from other FTIRs based on the Michelson interferometer . Unlike these devices , which tend to be large , heavy and vulnerable to shock and vibration , the microFTS is compact , lightweight , and shock- and vibration-resistant , making it ideal for use on the production floor . Its novel design eliminates the need for remote sampling or fibre optic cables required in current systems . www . keit . co . uk
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