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INTEGRATIONS

INDUSTRY NEWS CASE STUDY Cobot Welder Delivers 10x Production Boost at DeAngelo Marine Exhaust The Evolution of Precision Tooling: A Conversation with Preben Hanson at IMTS 2024

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Line of CNC-Integrated Cobots Supports High-Wage Jobs and High-Mix Production Small manufacturer gains competitive advantage with a line of UR5 cobots that are fully integrated with CNC machines, using a single robot program to produce any part, in any machine cell.

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Editorial Direction As we close out 2024 and look ahead to a promising new year, it’s impossible not to reflect on the remarkable strides robotics and automation have made across industries. This past year has been one of transformation, innovation, and inspiration as manufacturers embraced cutting-edge solutions to enhance productivity, precision, and adaptability.

In our Case Study, you’ll discover how DeAngelo Marine Exhaust harnessed the power of collaborative robotics with a Cobot Welder, achieving a stunning 10x boost in production efficiency. This story exemplifies how even the most traditional processes can benefit from modern innovation, delivering both quality and scalability.

Our Company Profile features a conversation with industry leader Preben Hanson, reflecting on the evolution of precision tooling as showcased at IMTS 2024. Hanson’s insights illuminate how the synergy between craftsmanship and technology continues to drive excellence in manufacturing.

The Integrations section highlights the rising role of CNC-integrated cobots, demonstrating how a small manufacturer leveraged these systems to support high-wage jobs while tackling the challenges of high-mix production. This example underscores how robotics can democratize advanced manufacturing, making it accessible to businesses of all sizes.

In the Machines segment, we provide a comprehensive guide to reducing vibration in machining—a persistent challenge for machinists everywhere. This practical piece explores innovative strategies and technologies that ensure precision and prolong the life of tools and equipment.

Finally, our Software Cloudware article delves into a groundbreaking partnership between Siemens and PhysicsX. Their collaboration in AI-based deep physics simulation represents the next frontier of engineering innovation, combining high-fidelity simulation with generative AI to accelerate performance prediction and optimization.

As we step into 2025, the robotics and automation landscape continues to evolve, bringing forth exciting possibilities. From cobots streamlining production to AI redefining engineering, these technologies are shaping a more efficient, sustainable, and dynamic future.

We’re thrilled to share these stories with you and look forward to keeping you informed and inspired as the year unfolds. Thank you for being part of the Industrial Machinery Digest Quarterly community—together, let’s embrace the innovations that lie ahead.

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Aquant’s Service Co-Pilot Launches on Microsoft Azure Marketplace Empowering Service Operations with AI-Powered Precision Aquant, a leading AI SaaS provider, has announced the availability of its cutting-edge Service Co-Pilot on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace. This breakthrough offering allows manufacturers and service teams in industries like medical devices, industrial machinery, and beyond to harness the power of Aquant’s AI solutions alongside the scalability and reliability of Microsoft Azure.

Service Co-Pilot leverages advanced AI to bridge expertise gaps in service operations, delivering scenariospecific guidance tailored to each team’s unique needs.

It analyzes service data in real time, offering actionable recommendations based on factors like equipment status, user experience, and problem complexity. This results in improved troubleshooting accuracy, reduced downtime, and enhanced productivity across service teams.

“Generic AI doesn't work for industries like manufacturing, where the complexity of machinery demands tailored solutions,” said Assaf Melochna, Aquant’s president and co-founder. “With Service Co-Pilot, we provide AI that thinks like your best expert, delivering precision and personalization that help service teams thrive. We’re thrilled to bring this innovation to Azure users.”

The launch on the Azure Marketplace also provides streamlined deployment, making it easier for companies to integrate this transformative technology into their operations. According to Microsoft’s Jake Zborowski, General Manager, Azure Platform, “Aquant’s inclusion in Azure Marketplace reflects the growing demand for AI solutions that enhance efficiency and deliver results. This

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partnership aligns perfectly with the needs of today’s forward-thinking organizations.”

For more details, visit Aquant’s Service Co-Pilot on Microsoft Azure.

Continuum Powders Unveils State-of-the-Art Houston Facility Advancing Sustainable Metal Powder Production Continuum Powders has opened its new global headquarters and sustainable manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas—North America’s largest low-carbon metal powder production site. The grand opening, held on December 5, showcased the company’s innovative technologies and commitment to decarbonizing manufacturing.

The Houston facility represents a leap forward in green manufacturing, powered by net-zero carbon energy systems and designed for maximum energy efficiency. Continuum’s proprietary Greyhound M2P plasma atomization process turns alloyed metal waste into high-performance powders in a single step, minimizing resource use and reducing environmental impact.

“This facility not only expands our capacity but also reinforces our mission to make manufacturing

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more sustainable,” said Rob Higby, CEO of Continuum Powders. “Our innovative processes provide customers with cost-effective, high-quality powders while reducing carbon footprints.”

Continuum Powders’ advancements serve industries like aerospace, automotive, and energy, ensuring they meet modern sustainability standards without compromising quality or performance. COO Rizk Ghafari added, “Houston is setting a new benchmark for responsible manufacturing by integrating cutting-edge technology with environmental stewardship.”

For more information, visit www.continuumpowders.com.

Continuum Powders and Renishaw Drive Sustainability in Additive Manufacturing Reclaimed Metal Powders Qualified for RenAM 500 Systems Continuum Powders has reached a new milestone by qualifying its reclaimed metal powders for use in Renishaw’s RenAM 500 additive manufacturing systems. This collaboration supports the adoption of sustainable practices in advanced manufacturing, providing a reliable source of reclaimed materials without compromising quality.

“The compatibility of Continuum’s powders with our RenAM 500 series aligns with our commitment to sustainable manufacturing,” said John Laureto, AM Business Manager at Renishaw. “These reclaimed powders meet stringent standards, enabling manufacturers to reduce waste while achieving peak performance.”

Continuum’s innovative Greyhound M2P technology streamlines the production of high-quality metal powders from alloyed waste, reducing the need for raw material extraction. The partnership with Renishaw exemplifies the shift toward a circular metal economy in additive manufacturing.

Visit Continuum Powders at Booth F19 at Formnext 2024 or online at www.continuumpowders.com.

Cortec® Highlights Anticorrosion Packaging for Aerospace Applications Revolutionizing Component Protection with Vapor Phase Corrosion Inhibitors Cortec® Corporation has unveiled its latest strategies for preventing corrosion during the shipping and storage of aircraft components. Using Vapor Phase Corrosion Inhibitors (VpCI®), Cortec® ensures that vital components like propellers, engines, and avionics arrive in pristine condition, eliminating the need for messy rust preventatives.

VpCI® technology creates a protective molecular layer on metal surfaces, safeguarding parts during storage or transit. This layer dissipates upon removal, leaving components ready for immediate use. For example, propellers can be heat-shrunk in VpCI®-126 Shrink Film, while engines benefit from VpCI®-126 gusseted bags combined with desiccant pouches for dual-layer protection.

“Effective corrosion prevention is essential for maintaining the integrity and reliability of aircraft components,” said a representative from Cortec®. “Our innovative packaging solutions provide peace of mind to manufacturers and end users, streamlining the supply chain while reducing environmental impact.”

Cortec®’s commitment to sustainability is evident through products like Eco Wrap®, a certified compostable stretch film, which reduces plastic waste in aerospace logistics.

Learn more about Cortec®’s anticorrosion solutions at www.cortecvci.com.

ESAB Supports Skilled Trades with Blue Collar Tour Sponsorship Inspiring the Next Generation of Welders Across 31 U.S. Cities As part of its Future Fabricators initiative, ESAB has announced its sponsorship of the Western Welding Academy’s 2025 Blue Collar Tour. This 31-city tour aims to inspire high school students to explore careers in skilled trades through hands-on welding experiences and mentorship opportunities.

At each stop, students will have the chance to TIG weld using ESAB’s Renegade VOLT™ and Rebel™ EMP 205ic AC/DC welders. ESAB will also donate equipment to schools, including Victor Medalist oxy-acetylene outfits and premium stick electrodes.

“The skilled trades are essential to building a strong future, and we’re proud to support the Blue Collar Tour’s mission,” said Eleanor Lukens, President of the Americas at ESAB. “Welding offers lucrative, fulfilling careers, and INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY DIGEST.COM

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events like this inspire students to pursue their passions in the trades.”

The Blue Collar Tour begins January 21 in Lakewood, Colorado, and continues through March. Last year’s tour impacted nearly 4,000 students, inspiring many to consider welding as a first-choice career.

For more details, visit www.esab.com/future-fabricators.

Endeavor Secures $7M to Modernize American Manufacturing with AI Empowering the Future of Industrial Operations Through Data Integration and Automation Endeavor, an enterprise AI platform revolutionizing manufacturing operations, has announced a $7 million seed round led by Craft Ventures, with participation from Heartland Ventures, Contrary Capital, BoxGroup, and industry veterans from Palantir, AWS, and Fortune 500 firms. This funding will accelerate the company’s mission to modernize American manufacturing, streamline supply chains, and optimize operations through advanced AI technology.

The manufacturing sector faces significant hurdles, such as outdated legacy systems and fragmented data sources, which impede efficiency and decision-making. Endeavor’s platform unifies structured and unstructured data from ERP systems, spreadsheets, and PDFs, transforming them into a cohesive, actionable framework. This approach enables manufacturers to automate processes and make faster, data-driven decisions across sales, operations, and supply chain management.

AI-Driven Solutions for Common Challenges Endeavor’s platform addresses critical pain points in the industry: » Sales Automation: Optimizing quoting, pricing, and customer interactions to reduce lead times and drive revenue. » Inventory & Operations Planning: Improving production scheduling and material planning to reduce waste and downtime. » Supply Chain Management: Enhancing vendor performance and resilience with automated scorecards and real-time alerts.

“Manufacturers struggle with a patchwork of disconnected systems, making it nearly impossible to leverage big data effectively,” said Sanjeev Tara, former COO and CFO of Oshkosh. “Endeavor’s AI platform offers a game-changing solution to unify and streamline operations.”

Founded by 22-year-old Sahitya Senapathy, Endeavor is rooted in a deep understanding of manufacturing challenges.

Senapathy, who grew up in Michigan’s industrial heartland, aims to bridge the gap between Silicon Valley’s innovations and the industrial strength of America’s Midwest.

To learn more, visit www.endeavor.ai.

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Hexagon’s ProPlanAI Slashes Machine Programming Time by 75% Revolutionizing CAM Programming with AI and CloudBased Collaboration Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has unveiled ProPlanAI, an AI-powered tool for automating computeraided manufacturing (CAM) programming. Announced at the Microsoft Ignite Conference, ProPlanAI integrates with Hexagon’s Nexus platform and uses Microsoft Azure AI services to help manufacturers reduce programming time by up to 75%.

ProPlanAI learns from existing CAM programming data to generate tailored recommendations, ensuring efficiency and accuracy. Available within Hexagon’s ESPRIT EDGE CAM software, this innovation empowers manufacturers to overcome skill shortages, streamline operations, and maximize productivity.

Key Features of ProPlanAI: » Customizable AI Models: Leverages a company’s institutional knowledge to tailor programming suggestions to specific production needs. » Enhanced Knowledge Retention: Ensures continuity by capturing expertise, minimizing the impact of workforce turnover. » Integrated AI Copilot: Provides real-time tips and best practices directly within the CAM software.

“In a competitive market, manufacturers need solutions that maximize productivity while addressing resource constraints,” said Chuck Mathews, General Manager for Production Software at Hexagon. “ProPlanAI achieves this by enabling programmers to focus on high-value tasks while automating routine processes.”

ProPlanAI will be available as an add-on subscription for ESPRIT EDGE CAM users in Q1 2025. For more information, visit www.hexagon.com.

Maruho Machinery Solutions Announces New Leadership Expanding Market Reach with Proven Expertise Maruho Machinery Solutions (MMS), a leader in blister packaging machinery, has promoted Tomoki Kishi to General Manager and welcomed Joel Thielen as

Business Development Representative. These appointments strengthen MMS’s commitment to delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions to the pharmaceutical Joel Thielen and consumer product industries.

Kishi, with over a decade of sales experience, has been instrumental in expanding MMS’s market presence in the U.S. His Tomoki Kishi leadership will drive the company’s strategic growth initiatives. Thielen will focus on customer engagement, market research, and promoting innovative solutions like the Eagle-LP, a compact and sustainable blister packaging machine ideal for small-batch production.

“Our leadership changes reflect our dedication to excellence and innovation,” said Yuji Abe, CEO of Maruho Hatsujyo Group US. “With Tomoki’s expertise and Joel’s fresh perspective, we’re poised for continued success in North America.”

For more information, visit www.mhi-innovations.com.

“With over 100 units deployed globally, Reachy 2 demonstrates our commitment to accessible, scalable robotics,” said Matthieu Lapeyre, CEO of Pollen Robotics.

For more details, visit www.pollen-robotics.com.

Siemens Partners with FoodChain ID for Compliance in CPG Manufacturing Transforming Product Development with Integrated Lifecycle Management Siemens Digital Industries Software has integrated FoodChain ID’s regulatory expertise into its Teamcenter® software, enhancing the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio for the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry. This collaboration provides manufacturers with real-time visibility into compliance and quality requirements during product development, reducing complexity and accelerating time-to-market.

By embedding compliance data within the Integrated Lifecycle Management digital thread, Siemens enables companies to design and market products tailored to regional standards, all from within their secure PLM environment.

“Integrating FoodChain ID’s expertise with Teamcenter transforms how CPG manufacturers navigate regulatory landscapes,” said Mario Vollbracht, VP, Consumer Products & Retail at Siemens.

For more information, visit xcelerator.siemens.com.

Oxipital AI Teams with Stäubli Robotics to Revolutionize Food Industry Automation Pollen Robotics to Debut Reachy 2 at CES 2025 Next-Generation Humanoid Robotics for Research and Real-World Applications Pollen Robotics, a leader in open-source humanoid robotics, will showcase Reachy 2 at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Building on its success since CES 2020, Pollen has enhanced Reachy’s modular design to meet the demands of advanced AI research, healthcare, and industry applications.

Reachy 2 features an expressive, bio-inspired design and an open-source architecture, enabling users to tailor its capabilities. Strategic partnerships, including collaborations with Hugging Face, have further advanced its AI capabilities.

Combining Machine Vision and Robotic Technologies for Efficiency and Food Safety Oxipital AI, a leader in AI-powered machine vision for robotic automation, has partnered with Stäubli Robotics to address critical challenges in food industry manufacturing.

The collaboration combines Stäubli’s hygienic robotic systems with Oxipital AI’s cutting-edge inspection and picking solutions, offering a streamlined approach to efficient, food-safe production processes.

This partnership is expected to deliver significant advancements in productivity while reducing dependency on manual labor, ensuring consistent quality and safety.

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A Strategic Partnership “Stäubli Robotics is honored to become Oxipital AI's first Preferred Partner,” said Mathias Konne, North American Business Head at Stäubli Robotics. “This milestone acknowledges the joint efforts of our two organizations and sets the stage for delivering advanced robotic systems that drive value for our clients.”

Harley Green, Vice President of Strategic Accounts at Oxipital AI, added, “This collaboration tackles some of the most challenging aspects of food processing by integrating AI-enabled vision systems with high-speed, hygienic robotics.”

Showcasing Technology at IPPE 2025 Oxipital AI will showcase its Visual AI solutions at the International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE) in January 2025, booth B49033. The demonstration will highlight how the partnership enhances operational efficiency and profitability in the poultry and protein sectors.

For more information, visit www.oxipitalai.com or www.staubli. com/us/en/robotics/industries.html.

Siemens Introduces TIA Portal Version 20 to Enhance Industrial Automation New Version Delivers Performance Boosts, AI Integration, and Improved Security Siemens has unveiled TIA Portal Version 20, the latest evolution of its Totally Integrated Automation framework.

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Designed to enhance industrial automation workflows, the new release focuses on streamlining processes, reducing time-to-market, and adapting to rapidly changing manufacturing demands.

Unveiled at the Smart Production Solutions (SPS) trade show in Nuremberg, Germany, TIA Portal Version 20 integrates cutting-edge AI, cloud capabilities, and advanced security features, making it an essential tool for forwardthinking manufacturers.

Key Features: » Advanced PLC Integration: Enhanced support for Siemens Simatic controllers, including new S7-1500 CPUs and S7-1200 G2 controllers, boosts performance and flexibility. » Generative AI Tools: AI-driven recommendations improve programming accuracy and speed, enabling seamless collaboration between local and cloud environments. » Enhanced Security: User management access control (UMAC) connects shopfloor PLCs to standard enterprise credentials, simplifying secure device access.

“Fully integrated automation lays the groundwork for software-defined manufacturing,” said Rainer Brehm, CEO of Factory Automation at Siemens. “TIA Portal Version 20 empowers users to leverage modern PLC functionalities while addressing the growing demand for efficiency and security.”

For more information, visit www.siemens.com.

TRUMPF Launches Remote Operations Support for Automated Laser Cutting Live Monitoring Keeps Night Shifts Running Smoothly TRUMPF has introduced Remote Operations Support to help U.S. manufacturers maximize the efficiency of their automated laser cutting systems. This new service allows TRUMPF experts in Germany to remotely monitor and assist with the operation of TruLaser Center machinery, ensuring uninterrupted production during night shifts.

Addressing Night Shift Challenges “Unattended production is essential for fabricators aiming for higher productivity,” said Christine Benz, TruServices Director. “Remote Operations Support ensures machines continue running efficiently, even when onsite staffing is limited.”

The service mitigates issues like machine stoppages and operator absence, with experts resolving over 50% of errors remotely in under 15 minutes.

Boosting Productivity Designed for autonomous production, the TruLaser Center automates the entire laser cutting process, from material loading to part sorting. By offering real-time remote support, TRUMPF reduces downtime and enhances manufacturing efficiency.

For more information, visit www.trumpf.com.

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Recognizing Excellence in CTE Tormach’s Instructor of the Year Award highlights outstanding educators like Danielle Ward, who integrated multiple CNC routers into her Hilldale High School curriculum. Her innovative approach inspires students and aligns with industry needs.

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Tormach Advances CNC Education with New Curriculum and Tools Empowering Future Manufacturers Through Comprehensive Training Tormach, a leader in CNC solutions, is expanding its commitment to Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs with a new metal milling curriculum and an upgraded 4th axis kit for its popular xsTECH Tabletop CNC Router. These initiatives aim to bridge the skills gap in U.S. manufacturing, where over four million jobs are projected to go unfilled by 2030.

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Case Study

Cobot Welder Delivers 10x Production Boost at DeAngelo Marine Exhaust

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eAngelo Marine Exhaust had nearly given up automating complex, manual TIG welds until the company came across Hirebotics’ Cobot Welder.

The Florida manufacturer of exhaust parts has now been able to increase weld speed tenfold, lower lead times, and improve quality using its new cobot colleague, which also helped DeAngelo break into new markets.

65 days. That’s how far behind DeAngelo Marine Exhaust was on lead times at its worst point. Based in the heart of ‘the yachting capital of the world’ in Fort Lauderdale, FL, DeAngelo is a synonym for aircraft

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quality welds on marine engine exhaust parts. But the demand for DeAngelo’s exhaust parts exceeded the capacity of the company’s labor-intensive production.

And CEO Justin Montes had no luck hiring more manual welders. “What we do here is custom fabrication at the highest level,” he says. “You’re not going to pull in a welder off the street and have him fabricating these systems.” That left the CEO to face his own worst nightmare: letting down the finest boat builders, naval architects and engine companies in the world by delivering too late.

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Montes explains, “That’s how I lose the account and never get it back.

We were at an impasse, experiencing significant growing pains, and knew we simply had to scale up; lower our lead times, lower our price, and increase our capacity. He had heard about ‘these cobots’ coming out and says, “It seemed like a good idea. So, we started sending out parts to seven of the big robotic welding companies to see if they could do a demo weld.”

The results were underwhelming.

A box of returned demo parts shows products with holes in the weld seam and irregular globs of molten metal. “They were all struggling to match our quality. When I contacted Universal Robots (UR), I was already three months into this and had almost given up,” says the CEO. UR referred Montes to welding partner Hirebotics, a company that has incorporated UR’s collaborative robots into the “The Cobot Welder”: A complete solution that includes the UR10e cobot arm equipped with a welding torch, the Beacon app for teaching, a trusted welding power source, and a versatile welding table to perform high-quality welds on a variety of workpieces.

“At this point in the game, I really thought I was just wasting my time,” says Montes as he recalls getting a text from Hirebotics’ co-founder, letting him know they had received his parts. Four minutes later, he got another text, this time with a picture showing the part, perfectly welded up, no gaps. “I figured this was too good to be true and that the entire text exchange was staged,” says Montes who decided to fly up to Hirebotics in Nashville, TN, to see it first-hand. When he got there, he was able to use Hirebotics app-based interface to teach and run the Cobot Welder in just 20 minutes with no prior robotics experience. “I was running parts like I’ve been running robots my whole life.

After that, I gave them a PO, and we got the robot in here.

And that’s when the fun started,” he says.

From 2 to 20 inches per minute The Cobot Welder has quickly enabled the company to catch up on lead times and reduce defect rates. “We went from being eight weeks over capacity back to baseline in a matter of days,” says Montes. He attributes this accomplishment to the speed of the cobot that MIG welds 20 inches per minute compared to the 2-5 inches per minute when TIG welded manually. Montes runs his hands over a weave weld done by the cobot and says, “Any welder worth his salt would have a hard time believing this is a MIG weld. Once the operators started toying with the settings, we realized we could get the welds to look however we wanted them to: fat welds, skinny welds, butt joints, lap joints—we are even building fixtures to do seam welding.

He also emphasizes the ability to dial the cobot in to do full penetration welds: “This was a very big concern for us. A leak could literally sink a $100 million yacht. But we have found no leaks by the cobot.”

ROI: one order paid off the cobot The day the Cobot Welder hit the floor at DeAngelo, the company received a large order from the Coast Guard. The parts were 12 inches in diameter, requiring a circular weld five times. “Perfect fit for the cobot,” Montes says, beaming.

“We went from months to just days turning that order around. If I put dollars to it, with the departmental overtime and everything, that first order paid off my cobot.” The CEO explains how he was also able to shift large portions of the welding work from fabricators, the highest-paid employees in the shop, to the machine operators that now operate the cobot.

“Prior to the cobot, we would throw all the parts needed on a cart, and our fabricators would have to weld them all together,” he says. “Once the cobot was up and running, we created a pre-fabrication department where all these high-volume sub-assembly parts could get welded before they got to the fabricator. From a financial perspective, now that the welding is performed by a machine operator rather than a fabricator, our cost-per-part has plummeted.”

Winning over welders When the Cobot Welder first arrived at DeAngelo, not everybody shared Montes’ enthusiasm, he recalls. “We have all these great fabricators that see a robot in the building.

So immediately the wall is up: ‘What is this machine?’ they would ask.” He explains how he had them run a few sample parts, and kept dialing in the welder until the welds looked right. That was a big ‘aha moment’ for employees.

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to run on the cobot,” says Montes. “You could see their brains just explode; now everybody’s embracing it. It’s been a big morale booster for our work culture.”

Stan Sherwin, one of the manual TIG welders at DeAngelo, explains how the cobot saves him time: “When the parts get to me, the sub-assemblies are already welded by the cobot and it makes it a lot easier because I don’t have to try to maneuver it around in a tricky position. The welds by the robot look beautiful. And it’s a lot faster.”

Easy programming through app-based interface Camilo Aguilar, production manager at DeAngelo, was one of the employees who greeted the cobot with initial skepticism. “I really had my doubts,” he admits. “Air-cooled MIG welding on stainless steel and pipes? But I was wrong.

To be honest, that’s an awesome machine,” says Aguilar, adding how he’s renamed the cobot ‘my baby.’ Though he had no prior robotics experience before the Cobot Welder arrived, the production manager is now the one teaching the operators how to run it. “The programming is not hard; our operators pick it up so fast,” he says.

As Montes put it, there was ‘no more writing 10-page programs in G-code or yearlong learning curves.’ Instead, operators ‘teach’ the robot by simply grabbing the robot arm and moving it through the desired weld trajectory, adding way points in Beacon, the Cobot Welder’s app-based interface that runs on any handheld device or tablet. “If you want to weld a circle, press circle, click three points—it knows that it needs to weld a circle along those three points. You want to do a line? Two points, it’s that easy,” explains Montes, who is working on fixtures that will enable the Cobot Welder to weld 25-50 products in the same cycle.

Troubleshooting in real time Having experienced long response times requesting tech support for the company’s CNC water jets and laser cutters, Montes was positively surprised by the quick replies he received whenever his team had a question about the Cobot Welder. “Trouble-shooting on the cobot is amazing,” he says. “We run the programming off an iPad Mini we bought and there’s a support feature in the app, where you can get somebody on the line within seconds.” He can also take pictures of the issues and submit. “I don’t need to be a welder,” he says, “but I can send a picture and say, ‘Hey, is this the right setting?’ And in seconds, you’ve just eliminated being down for days if not weeks.”

Access to weld data from anywhere DeAngelo’s CEO, who has a black belt in Six Sigma lean management and is a self-professed ‘numbers nerd,’ emphasizes the production data provided by Hirebotics’ Beacon app. “I have access to all my production data anywhere in real time through the app,” he says. “Everything is a number; we can see how long the arc was on, how much gas and wire we used. And if it looks like Shift A is more profitable because they ran faster, we can copy those settings over to Shift B.”

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Future applications: A Cobot Welder at each fabrication table The Florida exhaust maker is just getting started down the cobot path. Montes pulls out a map of the shop floor, pointing out fabrication tables where he envisions a Cobot Welder going. “Our goal is to have a cobot with a UR arm on all the fabrication tables of our seven lead fabricators. As they’re jigging parts up, making sure they’re hitting all their target points, they can have the cobot handle the welding in the meantime and just streamline everything.”

Breaking into new markets Jumping from welding two to 20 inches per minute has also enabled DeAngelo to break into new markets. “When you’re dealing with a big engine manufacturer, they’re not trying to pay premium, custom-fabricated part prices,” says Montes, explaining how he has to bring his costs and lead times down significantly to address that market and compete with manufacturers in India as well. “In order to break into those first-fit OEM manufacturers where you buy an engine with my part already on it, we have to boost production up to 10x, which is what the Cobot Welder has already helped us do.”

He adds with a smile, “Once more engine manufacturers figure out ‘Oh, DeAngelo can do this now’, I don’t just need more cobots; I need a bigger building.”

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Since introducing the world’s first commercially viable cobot in 2008, Universal Robots has developed a product portfolio reflecting a range of reaches and payloads and has sold over 90,000 cobots worldwide. An extensive ecosystem has grown around the company’s cobot technology, creating innovation, choice for customers, and a wide range of components, kits and solutions to suit every application. The company has over 20 offices globally, with North America headquarters in Novi, MI. For more information, please visit www.universal-robots.com or read our blog at blog.universal-robots.com.

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The Evolution of Precision Tooling: A Conversation with Preben Hanson at IMTS 2024

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he International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago is a premier event that brings together leaders in manufacturing, technology, and tooling industries. On the fifth day of the event, Brian Self had the opportunity to sit down with Preben Hanson, the owner of Platinum Tooling Technologies, Inc., to discuss his company, the show, and the evolving landscape of precision tooling.

machine tool accessory business. Preben humorously notes, “I’ve sold a lot of machine tool accessories and have been in this business longer than I’d like to admit.”

The company focuses on high-end equipment primarily showcased in the South Hall at IMTS, catering to industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical, firearms, and energy.

Platinum Tooling’s portfolio includes products like live tools, angle heads, shrink fit tooling, speed increasers, Swiss-type collets, guide bushings, and specialty adaptive systems.

The Journey of Platinum Tooling Platinum Tooling, based in the Chicagoland area, has established itself as a leading importer of precision machine tool accessories for the North American market. According to Preben, the company has been in operation for about 15 years, a culmination of decades of experience in the

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IMTS 2024: A Vibrant Return to Form Reflecting on this year’s IMTS, Preben expressed enthusiasm about the energy and engagement at the event. “There’s a different degree of enthusiasm and need this year. People are realizing it’s time to invest in manufacturing,” he shared.

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The show has seen a notable increase in inquiries, both in volume and quality, compared to previous years.

This sentiment aligns with a broader industry trend where companies recognize the necessity of upgrading their equipment to meet demand. “There are products that need to be made, and there’s no question business is good,” he added.

Innovative Offerings for a Modern Industry Platinum Tooling specializes in machine tool accessories tailored for a wide array of applications. Preben elaborated on their core offerings, stating, “Our primary business revolves around live tools for lathes, multi-tasking lathes, and Swiss machines. We also provide machining center tools, angle heads, and adaptive systems for the Swiss market.”

These tools are designed to integrate seamlessly with automated production setups, an area of growing importance in the industry. Preben noted, “Automated production is the thing now. Our tools are built to run reliably and integrate well with machine tending cobots and other automation solutions.”

Addressing Workforce Challenges One of the most discussed topics at IMTS 2024 was workforce shortages. Machine shops and attendees frequently mentioned difficulties in finding skilled labor.

Preben acknowledged these challenges, saying, “It’s been difficult, especially getting skilled people.”

To help bridge this gap, Platinum Tooling is actively involved with the Tooling and Manufacturing Association (TMA). “We contribute products to their programs to teach people how to program and set up machines,” Preben shared. These efforts underscore the company’s commitment to supporting the next generation of manufacturing professionals.

ABOUT PLATINUM TOOLING TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Located in the Chicagoland area, Platinum Tooling supplies North America with precision machine tool accessories from global suppliers. Their premium product lines include: • Heimatec GmbH: Live tools and angle heads.

• Tecnicrafts Industries: Swiss-type collets and guide bushings.

• Henninger: Mechanical, air, and motor speeders.

• Hommel + Keller: QUICK knurling and marking tools.

• Rineck: Shrink fit tool holders and machines.

• Dunner: Specialty and adaptive guide bushing systems.

• REV: Broaching tools.

Their products serve various industries, including automotive, aerospace, medical, firearms, and energy markets. With a steadfast commitment to quality and customer service, Platinum Tooling continues to be a vital player in the machine tooling industry.

Stay Connected Platinum Tooling actively shares updates and insights across platforms, including YouTube, Spotify, and social media. By leveraging these channels, the company ensures its innovative solutions reach a wide audience, fostering growth and collaboration within the manufacturing community.

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Customer-Centric Approach Preben emphasized Platinum Tooling’s dedication to exceptional customer service. “Our dedicated staff ensures the best customer experience in the industry,” he stated.

This commitment extends to their extensive network of sales representatives across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. By working closely with OEMs, machine tool dealers, and industrial supply companies, Platinum Tooling continues to be a trusted partner in the industry.

Closing Thoughts As the conversation concluded, Preben expressed optimism about the future and a willingness to collaborate again. “I’d love to touch base at a future show to see how things are going,” he told Brian.

For Preben and his team, IMTS 2024 was a testament to the resilience and innovation of the manufacturing industry. With a focus on quality, automation, and workforce development, Platinum Tooling is well-positioned to lead the charge in the evolving landscape of precision tooling.

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Line of CNC-Integrated Cobots Supports High-Wage Jobs and High-Mix Production Small manufacturer gains competitive advantage with a line of UR5 cobots that are fully integrated with CNC machines, using a single robot program to produce any part, in any machine cell.

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n entrepreneur and avid off-road outdoorsman, Wiley Davis came up with his manufacturing business concept while driving home from a surfing and camping trip to Baja. After having struggled once more to fit his six-foot, four-inch frame into his six-foot truck bed to sleep, he envisioned what became Go Fast Campers Michael Galli, production engineer, says, “Utilizing UR robots, you’re able to diagnose things that other forms of (GFC), a manufacturer of customized, automation might not be as easy to diagnose in. With the URs, if we encounter errors, as an operator I’m able to grab the pendant, diagnose the error, and then using the variables the robot has given us, I can fix the problem, lightweight pop-up truck campers. reenter the variables, and restart everything. Being able to diagnose that myself, I am able to preemptively stop Less than five years later, the CEO and it from happening again in the future.” co-founder has grown a vertically integrated, highly automated manufacturing operation Because the business required fast design changes, in Bozeman, MT with 65 employees—and a line of UR5 Davis needed flexible automation. And with no background machine-tending cobots. in robotics, he also needed a solution he could learn quickly.

“Had we not built the entire company around the “I didn’t want to spend six months trying to figure out how concept of automation, our 65 employees wouldn’t have to use the robot, or solve the robot’s problems,” he says. “I those jobs at all,” Davis states. “And the products we make— wanted to be solving my problems quickly.” if we were able to form a company around it—would only be affordable to a very tiny portion of people.”

Initial integration starts with hands-on learning and

evolves over time Business strategy depends on flexible, easy-to-learn robotic machine tending Davis previously owned a much smaller company that manufactured off-road motorcycle parts. There, he had discovered first-hand the challenges of manual machine tending. “In the beginning, I designed all the parts, I made all the parts, I shipped all the parts—basically everything having to do with the business I had to do,” he explains.

“When you have to stand in front of a machine, pushing a button, if you step away for anything, those parts don’t get made. I knew you could tend machines with robots, so there was a ‘wouldn’t it be nice if—?' scenario running around in my head.”

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Once Davis discovered Universal Robots (UR), he decided, “All right, time to just get a robot. Once it’s here, we’ll figure it out.” Davis ordered a UR5 cobot and downloaded the manual to read before the robot arrived. His first self-taught integration started simply. The cobot loaded and unloaded parts from the Haas CNC machine, using an M-code relay and a wire to one of the inputs on the cobot so it could push a button to open the machine door. Over time, the program evolved and became more efficient with the addition of an inexpensive air cylinder for the door and a relay on the cyclestart switch connected to one of the cobot’s outputs. That allowed the robot’s own controller to manage the full process while saving wear on the robot’s joints.

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This early success reinforced Davis’ enthusiasm for automation. “The dream scenario that had played in my head standing at the machine turned out to be true, because once that got running—even in a very limited capacity—it basically cut the time I had to stand at the machine in half,” he says. “That allowed me to start focusing on other things, like making better designs, hiring and getting new people trained, and I started thinking about new ideas. The fact that Go Fast Campers exists is, to a large degree, due to that, because otherwise I’d still be there, overwhelmed with all of the parts that I had to make.”

Davis’ original UR5 cell has now expanded to four fully integrated cobot machine tending cells using UR5e cobots that are at the heart of GFC production. And that first simple program continues to evolve and become more sophisticated. “What we’re attempting to do is to run any part that we throw at it without having to make a new program,” Davis says. That gives the company not only flexibility but also improves reliability, because the team doesn’t need to test and monitor new programs before moving them into production.

Go Fast Campers built from the ground up around robotics and UR ecosystem Go Fast Campers’ products are designed to fit a wide range of vehicle brands and models as well as accessory products.

The company manufactures 174 unique parts—from bolts to connectors to hinges—that fit into different products and at different quantities. All of the parts start as raw pieces of aerospace-grade aluminum billet material that is cut into seven different standard stock sizes and loaded on trays at the four cobot-manned machining cells. Each robot uses the same program, with minimal input from an operator to define which part is being manufactured. The robot then picks a piece, sets it in a re-grip station so it can find the part’s center, and loads it into the machine. The machine mills the first operation, the robot flips the part to machine the second operation, the part is ejected out of the vise, and a retractor arm pulls the parts into a wash bin, ready for subsequent processes.

The UR cobot’s built-in I/Os allow GFC to control all of the auxiliary systems through the robot program. Stephan Morris, COO, says, “This has been incredibly useful for us, as we actuate the vise, the ejector mechanism, the extractor mechanism, the door cylinder that opens and closes the door—all those things are made possible by the UR’s easy programming language, and the easy opportunity to just plug in different pins to different pneumatic systems.”

The other key component is the force-feedback capabilities of the UR5e and a gripper from Robotiq that is UR+ certified to seamlessly integrate with UR cobots.

A setup that allowed Davis to build a reliable, safe system without having to invest in additional sensors and other systems that the team would have to learn, and which would also bring additional reliability issues. Ian Sparkman, special projects team engineer, says, “We’re trying to make very good use of the UR ecosystem, and all of the other

products that come along with that and support both from people and from other companies. Being able to add something onto a UR that gives us even more information out of our application has been extremely valuable for us.” The team has also made good use of UR applications engineering support, which provided valuable insight into communications protocols to help guide new projects.

Line of CNC-integrated UR cobots drive manufacturing efficiencies Morris explains, “Traditionally in a machine shop, you’ll see one operator per machine. With the automation that we’ve been able to achieve with UR robots and our engineering team and Wylie’s initial developments, we’re able to run four machines with one operator over two shifts a day.”

Most GFC employees work four 10-hour shifts per week, giving the company about 22 hours per day of machine time, about 16 hours of that manned. The cobot cells run lights-out, which gives first- and second-shift employees time to communicate about the day’s requirements without slowing production.

The UR5’s flexibility and ease of programming allows the company to run 20 to 25 jobs across the four machining centers each day, with job changeovers taking only 10 to 15 minutes. The machine cells produce just the quantities needed for that day—whether that’s 15 or 500 pieces. This also allows the company to make quick part changes as

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opportunities arise. “An engineer can go in, work with an operator, make changes to a part, update the machine program, and push that part through,” says Morris. “You might only be scrapping a small inventory, but having that type of integration throughout the entire company allows us to stay flexible and take feedback from our customers.”

Machine operators take on new, value-added roles Morris explains that the UR robot’s ease-of-use and safety features let an operator easily move the robot out of the way to access the system and problem-solve. Michael Galli, production engineer, describes the benefit of the UR cobots keeping the machines running and producing parts while he can address other tasks, which has allowed him to grow in his role. Galli started in the machine shop as an operator with minimal background in robotics and a mindset from previous roles that, “No matter what, you had to be present at the machine,” he says. Once he started at GFC and started working with the UR cobots, that mindset changed dramatically.

He explains, “Now that we’re able to phase out some of those consistent, repetitive jobs, we can focus more on overarching improvements, or ways to make things better.

I’m able to do QC on a part while the robot is actively loading or unloading a part at the same time. Before, that would have been a whole extra step, or a whole extra employee. It allows you to diversify your skillset, and what you can accomplish as an operator, and I think that is one of the big reasons I was able to focus more on what was going on behind the scenes, and segue more into engineering.”

Automation success leads to new business plan to support other small manufacturers Having experienced the advantages of robotic automation for a small business and with new engineering innovations (see sidebar), GFC has started down the path of turning its system into a product that can be sold to other small manufacturers. The goal is to let manufacturers reliably make any part that fits within a specific build volume in a fully automated way. Davis says, “If you prototype it and

Innovative Programming Approach Takes Advantage of UR Scripting Capabilities One of the key benefits of the UR cobots has been its simple yet powerful programming capabilities. Davis explains, “One of the nicest things about the UR programming setup is you can do a lot of simple things quickly through the GUI [graphical user interface], but then there’s this wonderful script manual that shows you all of the more fun and interesting things that you can do with it, and those can just be injected into that simple timeline. You don’t have to completely redo everything.”

Using the UR cobot’s scripting capabilities and Autodesk’s UR+ certified Fusion 360 application, Davis and his engineering team developed an innovative programming approach that allows any cell to make any part within a maximum cell volume using any standard stock size. The GFC engineering team used Fusion’s ability to program x-y-z axes using a CAD model for the parts and an origin point: the machine’s vice center plus the size of the stock.

Davis explains, “It allows us to program everything on center, and then the pop-up dialogues allow us to get operator input: How big is the stock, how tall is the stock, how much does it weigh? And you enter those things, and then on the back end, there’s some simple math that lets the robot figure out where it needs to go, based on those changing parameters. Combined with the ease of the UR’s GUI programming and that timelinebased programming, being able to mash those two together really was key in not having to jump into this

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sharp learning curve but also not being totally restricted in what you can do with it.”

The largely self-taught team found research material online, developed the math, and wrote a quick program that Fusion can run using Python scripts within the application. From there, the team can easily adjust points in the CAD model to define the robot coordinates as well as a safe environment for the robot arm to move within, and can make changes within minutes.

The engineering team is now working to further simplify the robot’s actions so those motions can be used in other programs for a different machine cell or task. The goal is to create an integrated cell in which the robot doesn’t need to be programmed at all; all of the motions needed to run a part will already be established. In this approach, a logic controller tells the robot what chunks of the program to run for any defined part. The parameters that are associated with that part can be brought in from a database, and the program can be changed on the fly. Ian Sparkman, special projects team engineer, says, “We’re trying to make the robot be a more sophisticated tool. Even though it is extremely easy to program, this means that the end user doesn’t have to do any programming.

The parameters for a part no longer just contain the stock sizes and the part program number, but they also contain what sort of sequence of robot motions you need to make that particular part.”

it works out, fill the stock tray, hit the button, and you’re in production.”

He adds, “These automation tools, you usually only see them in these giant businesses, and I think they actually have the most power for small businesses.” This is part of GFC’s philosophy on developing and building products that customers feel good buying. “If I go to buy something, I want to buy it from the person that cares about it a lot, and has put a lot of time and a good part of their life into making the best possible thing that they can make,” Davis explains.

“And I don’t think you can achieve that in a really giant company. But if a small company doesn’t have access to these tools, there’s no way they can compete. Automation is a really powerful tool to allow for a much bigger diversity of products and perspectives, in the landscape of physical goods.”

With their experience in replicating successful, reliable, and fully integrated cobot-CNC machine cells, GFC can now help other entrepreneurial companies start out of their garage with automation and run their businesses effectively.

Automation supports high-wage jobs and customerdriven culture At Go Fast Campers, the company’s impressive entry-level base wage of $52,500 a year plus benefits is only possible because of automation. “Our goal and our promise to our employees is, as we continue to bring new products in-house, as we continue to develop more automation across different areas of our factory, we’re going to keep increasing that entry-level wage,” says Morris, Go Fast Campers’ COO. “In doing so, every employee becomes more productive, our team becomes more productive, and ultimately, we become more competitive.”

GFC is transparent about its culture and the role its manufacturing methods play in that culture. The team wants customers to appreciate where the products that they use

and love come from and how they’re made. Morris says, “By showing our customers that we use automation throughout our manufacturing operations, especially the UR robots in our machine-tending centers, we want to give our customers confidence that these products are being made ethically, and being made to the highest degree of quality.”

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Your Ultimate Guide to Reducing Vibration in Machining

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achining vibration—often referred to as the “silent saboteur” of manufacturing— has long been a challenge for machinists striving for precision and efficiency. It disrupts operations, compromises part quality, and accelerates tool wear. Yet, as pervasive as it is, vibration is not insurmountable.

By understanding its causes and effects and employing advanced technologies, machinists can turn this challenge into an opportunity for improvement.

Understanding Machining Vibration Before tackling vibration, it’s essential to grasp the fundamentals of what it is and why it’s so detrimental to machining operations.

What Is Machining Vibration?

Machining vibration occurs as oscillations between the cutting tool and the workpiece. These oscillations can either resonate at the system’s natural frequency or be caused by external factors like uneven tool wear. Regardless of the source, vibration disrupts machining processes and impacts accuracy.

Why Does It Matter?

The consequences of vibration are far-reaching. Poor surface finishes, increased tool wear, slower production speeds, and higher scrap rates all contribute to inefficiencies that affect a shop’s bottom line. For industries requiring high precision—such as aerospace or medical manufacturing— the stakes are even higher, with one scrapped part potentially costing thousands.

Common Causes of Machining Vibration The sources of vibration can be divided into three main categories: machine tools, spindle and tooling, and workpiece fixturing.

structural rigidity can amplify vibrations. Fortunately, machine tool builders are integrating real-time vibration sensors and adaptive controls to monitor and adjust machining parameters. Materials with natural vibrationdamping properties and enhanced structural designs are also becoming standard.

2 Spindle and Tooling Points of contact—such as those between the spindle and tooling—are frequent culprits of vibration. BIG-PLUS dual-contact spindle systems stand out by improving rigidity through simultaneous taper and flange contact, minimizing oscillations. Using the largest possible diameter and shortest tooling assemblies can further mitigate vibrations.

3 Workpiece Fixturing Improper fixturing is a significant contributor to vibration.

Weak support structures or suboptimal placement can lead to oscillations during machining. Modern solutions, like mineral-cast workholding systems, provide superior vibration damping, particularly for thin-walled or delicate parts.

1 Machine Tools The Impact of Vibration on Machining Operations Machine design plays a critical role in vibration.

Instabilities from rapid directional changes or lack of

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The ripple effects of vibration extend far beyond part quality.

Let’s break it down:

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Excessive vibration often forces operators to reduce speeds and feeds, slowing production and impacting profitability.

Programming adjustments can drastically reduce vibration.

Trochoidal milling, for instance, minimizes abrupt directional changes, while maintaining constant chip thickness with CAM software reduces oscillations. Circular interpolation in tight corners also helps align with a machine’s natural frequency.

2 Part Quality and Scrap Rates For precision applications, vibration-induced imperfections can result in high scrap rates and delays.

This is especially problematic for expensive materials or large workpieces.

3 Tool Wear and Breakage Vibration accelerates tool wear by creating uneven cutting forces. In severe cases, it can cause tool breakage, jeopardizing both the part and the machine.

4 Machine Health Prolonged exposure to vibration stresses machine components, leading to premature wear or catastrophic failures. It also complicates predictive maintenance efforts, making downtime more likely.

Techniques for Reducing Machining Vibration While certain variables—like machine design—may be out of your control, tooling and cutting techniques can significantly mitigate vibration.

1 Utilize Vibration-Damping Technologies For operations requiring longer tooling assemblies or complex cuts, modular vibration-damping components are invaluable. For example, the BIG DAISHOWA Smart Damper integrates a damping mechanism into the toolholder, eliminating chatter and improving accuracy.

Such solutions also enhance surface finishes and boost productivity.

Workholding solutions with vibration-damping properties are equally essential. Multi-axis systems allow for better part orientation without obstructing access, providing stability for intricate operations.

Why Investing in Vibration Mitigation Pays Off Reducing machining vibration isn’t just about achieving a perfect finish; it’s about ensuring long-term efficiency and profitability. Shops that prioritize advanced tooling, cutting techniques, and robust workholding solutions will find themselves not only producing higher-quality parts but also reducing downtime, tool wear, and operating costs.

"The future of machining belongs to those who can master vibration control," says one industry veteran. "It’s about precision, efficiency, and staying competitive in a rapidly evolving market."

By addressing machining vibration head-on and leveraging the latest technologies, manufacturers can turn this age-old challenge into a strategic advantage. Whether through adopting modular tooling or refining programming techniques, there’s a solution for every operation. Reach out to your tooling providers today to explore how these innovations can benefit your shop and ensure you stay at the cutting edge of the industry.

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2 Optimize Tool Assemblies Tooling assemblies with an excessive length-to-diameter ratio are prone to vibration. Modular tooling systems, like those from BIG DAISHOWA, provide the necessary rigidity while accommodating complex setups.

3 Use Advanced Spindle and Toolholder Systems Dual-contact systems, such as BIG-PLUS, offer unmatched rigidity. Unlike generic dual-contact systems, BIG-PLUS ensures true simultaneous contact between the spindle and toolholder, reducing vibration and increasing accuracy.

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Siemens & PhysicsX Partner to Revolutionize AI-Based Deep Physics Simulation Advancing Engineering through High-Fidelity Simulation and Generative AI

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iemens Digital Industries Software has announced its ongoing collaboration with PhysicsX, an innovative AI startup, to redefine the future of engineering through AI-driven deep physics simulation. By leveraging Siemens' advanced simulation software, this partnership aims to accelerate the prediction and optimization of product performance, ushering in a new era of engineering efficiency.

PhysicsX’s latest breakthrough, the Large Geometry Model for Aerodynamics (LGM-Aero), utilizes data generated with Siemens’ Xcelerator portfolio to provide unmatched accuracy and scalability for AI-enhanced simulations. The collaboration showcases the transformative potential of AI in industrial applications, setting the stage for groundbreaking advancements in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and renewable energy.

High-Quality Data Meets Generative AI The success of AI in industrial simulations lies in the quality of its data. PhysicsX’s LGM-Aero is trained on an expansive dataset that includes more than 25 million geometries and billions of simulation elements using Siemens’ Simcenter™ STAR-CCM+™ and Simcenter™ Nastran software. This training allows users to fine-tune AI models with minimal data, providing a cost-effective and efficient way to optimize designs.

“As AI reshapes the simulation industry, partnerships like ours with PhysicsX demonstrate the immense potential for integrating high-fidelity data with cutting-edge AI,” said Jean-Claude Ercolanelli, Senior Vice President, Simulation and Test Solutions, Siemens Digital Industries Software.

“Open collaboration is the key to scaling AI adoption and redefining how products are conceived and engineered.”

Robin Tuluie, Founder and Chairman of PhysicsX, highlighted the partnership's significance: “The foundation of effective AI deployment lies in high-quality data and robust integration. Siemens’ trusted simulation tools have enabled us to deliver a transformative solution that will elevate the engineering process.”

Introducing Ai.rplane: Generative Design for Aerodynamics PhysicsX has also launched Ai.rplane, a public-access application powered by LGM-Aero. This tool enables users to explore aerodynamic and structural designs in

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seconds, compared to the hours required by traditional simulation methods. Ai.rplane provides unique AI-generated shapes, flight performance analysis, and structural stress evaluations—all in real time.

The platform not only accelerates design cycles but also empowers engineers with a generative design space, allowing rapid modifications and optimizations for performance-specific applications. Future updates promise features such as cargo packaging and powertrain selection.

To experience Ai.rplane, visit airplane.physicsx.ai.

The Path Forward PhysicsX and Siemens are pushing the boundaries of what is possible in engineering simulations, ensuring that industries across the globe can innovate faster and more effectively. Through tools like LGM-Aero and Ai.rplane, they are equipping engineers with the capabilities needed to meet the demands of an increasingly complex and dynamic market.

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AMADA WELD TECH EUROPE Introduces AWS3 Pneumatic Active Welding System Integrated Welding Solution for Precision Applications AMADA WELD TECH EUROPE has launched the AWS3 Pneumatic Active Welding System, a state-of-the-art solution combining pneumatic weld heads, pincers, and an inverter weld controller into a unified system. Ideal for sectors like electronics, medical engineering, and automotive, this system delivers seamless process control, monitoring, and quality analysis.

The AWS3 system is designed for cost-effective operation with features like integrated MG-300A process monitoring, automationfriendly interfaces, and remote service capabilities.

The system supports various configurations, including displacement and force measurement options, and can manage one or two weld heads or pincers.

By streamlining the programming and monitoring of weld power and force profiles, the AWS3 system ensures precise parameter settings for optimal weld quality. Its intuitive human interface, available in touch screen or push-and-turn operation, enhances usability and productivity.

For more information, visit www.amadaweldtech.eu.

Davi Introduces iVision Laser Measuring System with AI Automating Plate Rolling for Unmanned Operation Davi’s new iVision laser radius measuring system integrates AI and advanced algorithms into its e-POWER fully electric plate rolling machines, addressing the skilled labor shortage in manufacturing. By automating the rolling process, iVision ensures accurate, efficient operation without the need for manual adjustments or templates.

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The system uses a laser blade for wider, more precise surface measurement, eliminating risks posed by material surface irregularities and environmental conditions.

It communicates data to the CNC, enabling real-time adjustments and dramatically reducing processing times.

For non-CNC setups, the iRadius version provides digital readouts for operator adjustments.

Designed for high-speed accuracy, iVision and iRadius are retrofittable to existing machines, offering significant ROI and ease of use. These advancements simplify plate rolling operations, reduce reliance on skilled operators, and enhance productivity.

For more information, visit www.davi.com.

FANUC America Unveils M-950iA Heavyweight Robot Precision and Versatility in Heavy-Duty Industrial Applications FANUC America introduces the M-950iA, a 500-kg payload industrial robot designed to excel in automotive, construction, and material handling applications. Featuring a serial-link structure, the M-950iA offers an extended range of motion, including a J3 axis capable of flipping backward, making it highly versatile for tight workspaces and complex tasks.

Equipped with a high-performance servomotor drive system, the robot achieves repeatability of ±0.08 mm and integrates seamlessly with FANUC’s R-30iB Plus controller and iPendant teaching device. Optional accuracy and stiffness enhancements ensure optimal performance under external forces, making it ideal for demanding processes such as friction stir welding and riveting.

The M-950iA delivers strength, adaptability, and precision, establishing itself as a key solution for industrial environments requiring efficient, robust, and versatile automation.

For more information, visit www.fanucamerica.com.

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KASTO Launches UNITOWER CNC for Automatic CNC Machine Feeding Streamlining CNC Operations with Towering Efficiency KASTO introduces the UNITOWER CNC, a modular storage system designed to automate CNC machine feeding and boost productivity.

Capable of connecting multiple CNC machines to a single tower, the system enables continuous operation with minimal manual intervention. An overhead gantry crane handles pallets loaded with fixtures and workpieces, optimizing workspace and reducing operator workload.

The UNITOWER CNC offers customizable shelving for pallets up to 3,000 mm in length, supports a maximum load of 5 tonnes per compartment, and features an intelligent control system for seamless operation. Its ergonomic design minimizes manual handling, enhancing safety and efficiency. Ideal for industries requiring large-scale precision manufacturing, this solution ensures operator-free production during extended shifts.

For more information, visit www.kasto.com.

Lantek v44 Enhances Connectivity and Real-Time Insights for Smart Manufacturing Revolutionizing CAD/CAM, MES, and ERP with Next-Level Software Lantek launches v44, an advanced update to its CAD/CAM, MES, and ERP software suite. Designed with the concept of “Connected. Live. Smart.,” v44 offers transformative features like Properties-Based Nesting in CAD/CAM 2D workflows, enhanced 3D operations in Flex3D, and MES Intralogistics for efficient material flow.

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Prima Power Introduces Platino Linear® 2D Laser Machine

This update improves usability and operational agility with tools like the Import Assistant for optimized file management and advanced material traceability. Flex3D introduces robotic cutting support and enhanced split parts techniques for steelwork manufacturing, while Lantek Integra focuses on workflow efficiency and precise cost estimation.

Lantek v44 redefines modern manufacturing, providing real-time insights and smarter decision-making for factories striving to enhance productivity and sustainability.

Compact, Efficient, and Sustainable Metalworking Solution Prima Power launches the Platino Linear® 2D laser machine, a compact, high-performance solution for small to medium-sized businesses. With Adaptive Cut technology, Smart Cut features, and an innovative cantilever design, this machine delivers exceptional cutting quality and efficiency while occupying 22% less space than competitors.

Tailored automation solutions, such as the Compact Server and Combo Tower Laser, enhance operational productivity. With eco-friendly features like ECO-TOUCH Cut reducing gas consumption by 40%, the Platino Linear® is a sustainable and cost-effective choice for modern metalworking needs.

For more information, visit www.primapower.com

For further information, visit www.lantek.com.

LISSMAC Showcases EBSC for Enhanced Metal Processing

Weidmuller USA Introduces Basic Line Series B Unmanaged Switches

Revolutionizing Surface Finishing with Precision and Versatility LISSMAC Corporation introduces the EBSC metal processing machine, offering an innovative alternative to traditional angle grinders. Equipped with a self-centering contact roller system and adjustable pneumatic belt tension, the EBSC delivers precise, straight-line finishes while accommodating tri-dimensional and flat parts.

Designed for industries like automotive and medical device manufacturing, the EBSC minimizes manual handling, improves surface quality, and extends equipment lifespan. Its ergonomic features, including adjustable belt speeds and reduced operator intervention, enhance productivity while maintaining consistent results across various applications.

Cost-Effective Networking Solution for Industrial Applications Weidmuller USA debuts its Basic Line Series B, a cost-efficient range of unmanaged switches designed for diverse industrial applications. Supporting Profinet CC-A and Ethernet/IP networks, these switches feature Quality of Service (QoS), broadcast storm protection, and LLDP filtering. With up to 24 ports and Gigabit capabilities, the series ensures robust network performance.

The switches are easy to install with tool-free, snap-in mounting and environmentally friendly, plastic-free packaging. Approved for various global certifications, the Basic Line Series B meets the demands of harsh industrial environments while optimizing supply chains and reducing storage costs.

For more information, visit www.lissmac.com.

For more information, visit www.weidmuller.com.

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Actek Manufacturing & Engineering

Advent Tool & Manufacturing, Inc.

Since 1989, Actek® Manufacturing & Engineering has established a reputation for providing top-quality products as well as excellent service. Actek hoist rings are ISO 9001:2015 certified, 200% proof-load tested, and come with a certificate.

Advent Tool supplies Thread Mills, Form Mills, Spline Mills, and Broaching Tools for faster cycle times and enhanced tool life. Our patented tools feature multiple flutes, providing longer cut lengths, complete forms, better finishes, and higher feed rates with less horsepower.

AeroGo, Inc.

AGMA – American Gear Manufacturers Association

AeroGo manufactures innovative load moving equipment, utilizing wheels and hovercraft technology, that move heavy, awkward, or delicate loads in factories. AeroGo works with companies large and small to find a load moving solution that is safe, efficient and cost-effective.

AGMA is the global network for technical standards, education, and business information for manufacturers, suppliers, and users of mechanical power transmission components. The association includes about 490 of the world’s top gearing companies across more than 32 countries around the world.

American Technical Publishers

AMS | Press Brake Safety

American Technical Publishers (ATP) produces effective training materials for technicians and skilled-trades workers in construction, electrical, mechanical, and maintenance industries. Our high-quality instructional materials are widely used in apprenticeship and industrial training programs.

Advanced Manufacturing Solutions | Press Brake Safety is a leading industry advocate for press brake operator safety. PBS is the exclusive North American installer of Germany-based Fiessler AKAS® laser safety systems, the most sophisticated press brake safety systems in the world.

Behringer Saws, Inc.

Betenbender Manufacturing, Inc.

BEHRINGER SAWS manufactures high-performance bandsawing machines, circular cold saws, and structural fabricating equipment. Our primary goal is to create additional value for our customers by striving to achieve the highest combination of speed, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.

The Betenbender Family of American Hydraulic Shears and Press Brakes, crafted by Betenbender Manufacturing, Inc. in Coggon, Iowa, U.S.A., continues to excel in their fifth decade. This Midwestern company proudly produces what they consider America's best-built Shears and Press Brakes.

Burr King Mfg., Co., Inc.

Carell Corporation

Since 1951 Burr King grinders, polishers, and mass finishing systems have utilized innovative designs of uncompromising quality.

They are industrial grade and intended for use on metals, woods, composites, plastics, rubber, stone, fiberglass and other materials.

Founded over 30 years ago, Carell's experience in global fabrication machinery and technology solutions continues to offer options that maximize efficiency for any budget. From small shops to large automated systems, we maintain our commitment to Quality, Performance, and Service.

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Clamprite, LLC

Combilift

The Most economical tool for spindle drawbar testing! No batteries or clumsy extension cords, no delicate electronics to adjust or burn out. Clamprite Gages are designed for years of daily use in the shop!

Combilift is a specialist 4 directional forklift & straddle carrier manufacturer producing a wide range of customized handling solutions, all of which are designed for the safe, space-saving, and very productive handling of long and awkward loads. Capacities from 3,200 lbs. to 180,000 lbs.

Cosen Saws, North America

COXREELS

Cosen Saws is a global leader in manufacturing industrial band saws and technologies. Offering cutting solutions for a wide variety of industries and applications, we offer over 70 different models with nearly 200 units in stock and ready to ship from our Charlotte, NC HQ.

COXREELS® has remained focused on manufacturing high-quality professionalgrade hose, cord, and cable reels since 1923. Offering a full product line serving the industry in every channel and application, COXREELS® designs, builds, and supports their products in America.

Dynabrade, Inc.

Eagle Bending Machines

Dynabrade has earned a reputation in the innovative design and manufacturing of unique portable pneumatic abrasive power tools, related accessories, and dust collection. Dynabrade tools have been proudly designed, manufactured, and built in the USA since 1969.

Eagle Bending Machines' precision engineered quality is designed to meet the demands for tough, dependable Section Benders for bending pipe, tube, profiles, sections, and ornamental pieces and working day after day with minimum downtime.

Essex Structural Steel Co., Inc.

Federal Knife, Inc.

Essex Structural Steel has been manufacturing pre-engineered building since 1972. Their buildings are designed for easy erection, energy efficient, designed to exceed local and state codes and are built in the USA by American Workers.

A global supplier of high quality machine knives and blades of all types.

We can provide the correct replacement blade for your equipment from our large inventory or custom manufacture blades to your specifications.

Formdrill USA, Inc.

Fortville Feeders, Inc.

Formdrill helps you produce your own inserts out of the same parts material. Users save money by eliminating the need to buy nuts or threaded inserts. You do not need to weld or install fasteners.

Fortville Feeders is a manufacturer of Feeding Systems that are engineered to easily integrate into your automation system.

Maintenance and changeover friendly. Turnkey capable. Of the highest quality and ability.

Fumoto Engineering

Furnace Brokers International

Invented in 1976 in Japan and shipped to millions of satisifed customers all over the world, the Fumoto Valve continues to offer individuals, companies, mechanics and technicians, an easy tool that saves valuable time and resources for routine oil changes.

Furnace Brokers International maintains the largest database of available heat treating equipment in the world. Along with equipment sales and buying, Furnace Brokers does appraisals and exports worldwide. Whether buying or selling one piece or an entire plant, call us.

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H&K Equipment

Hastings Air Energy Control, Inc.

H&K Equipment provides specialized material handling solutions and exceptional service to our customers wherever and whenever we are needed. We strive to earn our place as the leading authority in our field!

A full-service provider of ventilation systems, exhaust removal systems, air filters, and energy-saving controls. Our solutions include Dust and Mist Collection, Air Cleaning, Source Collection Arms, Welding Torches, Vacuum Systems, and Replacement Parts & Filters, plus Installation & Service.

We also feature FumeVac & IVEC Systems.

HE&M Saw

HMI a Division of Betenbender

HE&M Saw manufactures more than 70 different models of production band saws for the metalworking industry. Their product line, includes vertical, horizontal, plate and double column saws with capacities ranging from 12” x 12” to 80” x 80” machines.

HMI offers the most versatile C-Frame press or punch of all machines available today. Their frames are designed to have fewer tons-per-square-inch of pressure on their side plates, thus reducing spring back of the frame and reducing tool wear.

HYDMECH Canada Corp.

Hypneumat, Inc.

HYDMECH is a world leader in metal band saw and cold sawing solutions. Their innovative solutions are geared to meet the practical needs of the aerospace, automotive, steel service centers, metal fabrications shops, racing, and other sectors.

Hypneumat, Inc. manufactures an array of automatic drilling units, tapping units and multiple spindle heads under the Hypneumat, Commander and Snow brands. Hypneumat also specializes in contract machining services offering multi-axis turning and vertical machining capabilities.

Industrial Magnetics, LLC

ITW Pro Brands

Industrial Magnetics, Inc. offers off-the-shelf industrial magnet products. Our ability to deliver customer-specific solutions to unique challenges distinguishes us in the industry. We pride ourselves on providing the best possible magnetic solution quickly, without sacrificing quality.

ITW Pro Brands manufactures cleaners/ degreasers, marking products, corrosion preventatives, and lubricants for manufacturing. We stand behind our reputation for premium product performance and quality.

KHK-USA

L&L Special Furnace

Having been a company solely devoted to the manufacture of gears for 80 years, KHK is world renowned for their brand of gears. KHK USA is a factory direct, full-service distributor of KHK gears to meet your gearing needs.

L&L Special Furnace, has F U R N A C E C O , I N C a reputation for designing special industrial furnaces, ovens, kilns, quench tanks and heat treating systems. We continually update our product offerings and improve quality.

Lenzkes Clamping Tools, Inc

LS Industries

Lenzkes clamps assist with QMC-Quick Mold Change, QDC-Quick Die Change, SMED-Single-Minute Exchange of Die and other machining/safety issues. Their Free Trial program allows use in real-time working situations (such as Stamping, Milling, and Injection Molding) without obligation to purchase.

For more than 47 years, LS Industries has designed & manufactured a diverse product line of custom surface treatments and metal cleaning equipment. We also provide highly responsive service for your equipment.

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MB Metal Technologies

Pat Mooney Saws

MB Metal Technologies provides equipment and process solutions for the metalworking industry.

We combine global engineering excellence with American ingenuity to meet today's manufacturing challenges, ensuring passion-driven customer satisfaction.

Pat Mooney Saws is the North American sales and support headquarters for high-performance saw machines and saw blades. For over 70 years, we have helped manufacturers of every size find the right sawing solution for their production requirements.

Precision Drive Systems |PDS

Pro-Line Work Benches

Precision Drive Systems (PDS), a leading global provider of precision motor spindle support and repair based near Charlotte, North Carolina. In addition to better-than-factory repairs and rebuilds, PDS stocks an extensive line of new and rebuilt spindles, gauges, aggregates and variable frequency drives.

Pro-Line has been a leader in workbench manufacturers since 1978. Proline offers a wide selection of workbenches that feature a modular designs and interchangeable accessories.

Pro-Line continues to be on the leading edge of modular ergonomics.

Radwell International, LLC

RHH | Russell, Holbrook & Henderson, Inc.

Radwell International stocks and sells new and surplus industrial automation, MRO, pneumatic, motion, electronic, hydraulic, HVAC, and electrical control equipment, with full component-level repair capabilities for industrial electronics.

Specialists in fine pitch Carbide Gear Hobs, Gear Shaper Cutters, Spur + Helical Master Gears. Our precision line of TRU-VOLUTE gear products are known for reducing setup times, improving gear quality, and producing more parts per regrind. Quality Products Since 1915"

Salinger Electric Co., Inc.

Scotchman Industries

Salinger Electric Co., Inc. has been selling quality new and reconditioned electrical equipment and electrical supplies since 1946. We are distributors of Siemens, Eaton, Continental and many others. We have locations in Troy, Romeo and Farmington Hills, MI.

Scotchman is the most trusted hydraulic ironworker manufacturer in the USA, and also builds a complete line of Circular Cold Saws: manual to fully automatic, plus distributor of quality Digital Measuring Systems, Band Saws, H-Presses, and Tube & Pipe Notchers/Grinders.

Sprinter Marking

Standard-Direct.us

Sprinter Marking manufactures a range of machines models that automatically ink code-mark message on a wide range of porous and non-porous surfaces. While very small in physical size, they are designed for rugged industrial operation.

Welcome to StandardDirect.us, your number one source for industrial fabricated carts, shelf trucks, security trucks, storage cabinets and workbenches and much more.

Industrial Shelving systems.

Stor-Loc

Sunnen Products Company

The original heavy duty Modular Storage Drawer Cabinet that was the norm in the industry until the early 1990s is available only from Stor-Loc®. Their durable Modular Drawer Cabinet comes complete with a unique 55 Year Satisfaction Guarantee.

A global leader in the manufacturing of bore creation, sizing and finishing equipment, since 1924. The Sunnen product line includes machines for honing, lapping, deep hole drilling and skiving/ roller burnishing, plus the tooling, abrasives, cutters and bore gages to finish the job correctly!"

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Sure Tack Systems, LLC

Syclone ATTCO Service (Sky Hook)

Sure Tack Systems, a division of Crist Company, Inc. established in 1980 and offers a diverse product line for your hot melt adhesive equipment and application needs.

Whether your need is for high-speed extrusion, wide web spray, slot coating or manual product assembly; STS has a hot melt system to fit your individual needs and budget.

Manufacturer of the Sky Hook, a small, portable, ergonomic lifting device designed to provide safe, high quality lifting solutions that can assist in applications involving hard to reach loads up to 500 lbs. Proudly family owned and operated since 1969.

The Caldwell Group

Trim-Lok, Inc.

What started with the manufacturing of lifting slings in Rockford, IL in 1954 has grown into one of the largest manufacturers of below-the-hook lifting devices in North America, selling beams, clamps and lifting points all over the world.

Trim-Lok, Inc. manufactures high-quality plastic and rubber extruded trim and seal profiles. From plastic edge trims to sponge rubber seals, our profiles add protection from rough edges while sealing out moisture and debris with a clean, finished look to your application.

In-stock profiles and custom engineering is available.

W.F. Wells

Wellsaw Inc.

W. F. Wells manufactures twin post, semi-automatic, and CNC fully-automatic horizontal metal cutting bandsaws of the guillotine type.

Models available cutting 9 to 60 inches in diameter.

We also produce hinge-type bandsaws for 7 to 10 inch diameter stock.

Wellsaw manufactures a full line of high-quality metal cutting bandsaws with features and construction that ensure accurate cutting, ease of operation, and long service life. All of our saws are made at our factory in Southwestern Michigan.

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Apex Auctions, USA

AMCbid has a nationwide presence of Industrial Equipment specialists to assist with your Auction or Appraisal needs. We understand the importance of liquidating your assets in a timely and professional manner. www.auctionebid.com | (770) 980-9565

Specialists in implementing asset management programs worldwide, we can efficiently and effectively help you take control of your industrial machinery and equipment today. www.apex-group.com | (631) 418-8850

Arizona Auctioneers LLC

Asset Management Group, LLC

For over 80 years THE ARIZONA AUCTIONEERS have provided a time-tested, SKILLED APPRAISAL and AUCTION SERVICE... the VITAL LINK between Buyer and Seller! www.arizonaauctioneers.com | (602) 258-6981

AMG has been an industry leader in Appraisals, Liquidations and Auctions for over 25 years, while continuing to innovate and provide superior levels of excellence in selling assets globally. www.amgrouponline.com | (313) 499-6490

Asset Sales, Inc.

BidIndustrial.com, LLC

Our qualified staff will clean, lot, and photograph machinery and equipment, write catalog descriptions, advertise across multiple media, auction the equipment, invoice, collect funds, and manage checkout and removal. From start to finish, we've got you covered! www.asset-sales.com | (704) 821-4315

BidIndustrial.com is a Commercial & Industrial Auction Company for industrial machinery & equipment. We specialize in UNRESERVED auctions of heavy equipment & machinery, commercial & industrial inventories.

Bright Star Auctions

BTM Industrial

www.bidindustrial.com | (888) 777-9888

Bright Star Auctions is a full service auction company selling construction, excavating, sawmill, and forestry equipment throughout the eastern half of the United States. Bright Star Auctions is located in Middlebury, IN, with consignment auction yards across the country. www.brightstarauctions.com | (574) 825-0704

BTM Industrial is the one source for every aspect of Metalworking Surplus - Machinery, MRO/CNC Parts, Tooling, Material Handling.

www.btmindustrial.com | (616) 745-5953

Capital Recovery Group, LLC

CIA Industrial, LLC

CRG is a global private equity firm that creates liquidity through expertise, innovative solutions and access to worldwide markets by revitalizing idle or marginally productive assets and liquidating surplus. www.crgllc.com | (860) 623-9060

With 60+ years in the business, CIA Industrial has built a strong reputation as a trusted, reliable partner to industrial businesses across the nation. Forging Exit Strategies since 1961. www.cia-industrial.com | (513) 241-9701 INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY DIGEST.COM

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CNC Exchange

Comly Auctioneers & Appraisers

CNC Exchange, Division of Gray Machinery Company, specializes in buying and selling high-quality, pre-owned CNC Machines including Swiss-type lathes, Turning centers and Machining Centers and other types of industrial equipment. www.cncexchange.com | (847) 537-7700

Comly is the oldest family-owned industrial auction company in the U.S. The Comly family of auctioneers and real estate brokers has been specializing in industrial auctions for decades. Certified ASA appraisers. www.comly.com | (215) 634-2500

Country Boys Auction & Realty, Inc.

Crescent Commercial Corporation

For 50 years, Country Boys Auction & Realty, Inc. has specialized in the auction & liquidation of all types of industrial machinery, heavy equipment, and real estate throughout NC, SC, & VA. www.countryboysauction.com | (252) 946-6007

Today C3 is one of Canada's foremost companies specializing in auctions and liquidations. We are a dynamic company working creatively to meet our clients' every need.

Denver Breaker & Supply

Glenn A. Winternitz, LLC

Denver Breaker and Supply was established in 1984 and has always had a “Customer First” approach of doing business. They provide new and reconditioned electrical equipment and guarantee the finest quality and best prices you can find in the business. www.denverbreaker.com | (800) 544-7375

With a history of four generations as auctioneers, Glenn A. Winternitz, LLC brings the knowledge and experience necessary to navigate these challenging economic times. We are knowledgeable in what we sell! www.winternitzauction.com | (773) 290-1827

Harris Auctions

Harris Machine Tools, Inc.

Harris Auctions Specialists in Surplus Asset Management. We utilize online timed auctions, live webcast, and live on-site auctions, and have an aggressive marketing system to reach a wide audience of bidders. www.harris-auctions.com | (713) 462-5800

Harris Machine Tools, Inc. has been an international leader in the used metalworking marketplace for over 44 years. Our team has worked to earn an outstanding reputation for quality, service, and integrity. www.harrismachinetools.com | (713) 462-5800

Heath Industrial

Henderson Auctions

Heath Industrial has extensive experience working with privately & publicly held firms. We conduct 50+ auctions yearly specializing in metal working, fabricating, transportation, construction, energy & woodworking industries. www.heathindustrial.com | (855) 884-3284

Henderson Auctions is one of the oldest equipment auction firms in existence and is recognized as a leader in the industry. We specialize in heavy construction machinery, truck and trailer, mobile home, travel trailer, industrial equipment, and real estate auctions. www.hendersonauctions.com | (225) 686-2252

Integra Asset Solutions

Lee Stevens Machinery

Our decades-long expertise in industrial/commercial valuations & liquidations allow us to optimize the value of any distressed/ nonperforming/surplus asset. We customize our services for businesses of all sizes. www.integra-as.com | (888) 243-6161

Since 1948, we have supplied quality, late-model used tool room, production, and CNC machinery to US and international manufacturers. We help with tooling or replacing capital equipment and provide Auctions, Liquidations, and Appraisal Services. www.stevensmachinery.com | (248) 926-8400

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Lee Stevens Machinery Auctions, LLC

Machinery Network Auctions

Since 1948, we have supplied quality, late-model used tool room, production, and CNC machinery to US and international manufacturers. We help with tooling or replacing capital equipment and provide Auctions, Liquidations, and Appraisal Services. www.stevensmachinery.com | (248) 926-8400

With options for both online and onsite bidding, we offer more than just used machinery auctions. Our services span machinery appraisals, surplus asset evaluations, investment recovery and financial solutions.

Moecker Auctions, Inc.

Motleys Industrial

Moecker Auctions Inc is a trusted company in Florida.

Our team of experienced, accredited professionals have successfully delivered state-wide auctions, appraisals, and liquidations with accountability. www.moeckerauctions.com | (954) 252-2887

Whether it is one piece of equipment, a fleet, or an entire company, Motleys Industrial utilizes auctions, brokerage, cash buyouts, and appraisals to exceed expectations for all your buying and selling needs. Located directly off of I-95 in Richmond, VA. www.MotleysIndustrial.com | (804) 486-4550

Prime Machinery, Inc.

RAAR Group USA LLC

www.machinerynetworkauctions.com | (818) 788-2260

Prime Machinery is one of the nation's most trusted quality used machinery dealers, specializing in buying and selling vertical and horizontal boring mills, CNC machining centers, CNC turning centers, lathes, EDM’s & fab equipment. www.primemach.com | (516) 922-7977

Auctions, Machine Tools, Power Generation Equipment, Motors and Transformers!

www.raargroupusa.com | (310) 487-3800

Rabin Worldwide, Inc.

Radwell International, LLC

In business for over 70 years, led by the 2nd generation, Rabin is a family-held auction and real estate investment company, which acquires and sells industrial facilities and equipment around the world. www.rabin.com | (415) 522-5700

Radwell International stocks and sells new and surplus industrial automation, MRO, pneumatic, motion, electronic, hydraulic, HVAC, and electrical control equipment, with full component-level repair capabilities for industrial electronics. www.radwell.com | (800) 844-5500

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Our Promise: Professional solutions for industrial businesses.

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