Automatic Feed Company (AFCO) has announced the availability of its vacuum in-die conveyors that can remove multiple blanks through the exit end of the press, eliminating the need for side-out conveyors or side stackers as well as increasing productivity. Based upon a standard Automatic Feed design, the sizing of the conveyor system is adapted to...Read More
Automatic Feed Company (AFCO) has announced the availability of its vacuum in-die conveyors that can remove multiple blanks through the exit end of the press, eliminating the need for side-out conveyors or side stackers as well as increasing productivity. Based upon a standard Automatic Feed design, the sizing of the conveyor system is adapted to...Read More
When talking of automation advancements in manufacturing circles, software, controls and robotics often take center stage. However, how about the tooling necessary for transferring parts to and from forming presses? "The material from which such tooling is made can be a game-changer when it comes to automating part flow", says Tom Garant, general manager of...Read More
Tooling Tech Group (TTG), a leading provider of highly engineered tools and automated assembly equipment to a wide range of industries, has announced that it has hired Nicole Kolhagen as human resources manager for its Stamping and Design Division, located on Hallmark Road in Macomb, Mich. She will be responsible for directing this group’s human...Read More
Tooling Tech Group (TTG), a leading provider of highly engineered tools and automated assembly equipment to a wide range of industries, has announced that it has hired Craig Fullenkamp as its Segen Quick-Change and standard products sales engineer. He is responsible for supporting the sales and application efforts for these products in a variety of...Read More
Tooling Tech Group (TTG), a leading provider of highly engineered tools and automated assembly equipment to a wide range of industries, has announced that it has hired Nate Ruhenkamp as a sales manager for the company’s compression mold and thermoform tooling offerings, as well as its Segen Quick Change standard products. He is responsible for...Read More
In booth #A1307 at FABTECH 2019, Bilsing will display its enhanced carbon fiber T-boom tooling, which includes a 15% increase in carbon fiber (CF) stiffness as well as modifications to the profile for easier joining via the company’s special fastening technology. By improving the stiffness of the tool, there is less vibration and deflection for...Read More
Bilsing Automation has announced at FABTECH 2019 its newly designed website at www.bilsing-automation.com to promote its tooling systems and services. The new site reflects Bilsing’s brand colors and look as well as featuring a larger product gallery and more videos as compared to its last site. Additionally, the site is available in German and English.Read More
Bilsing Automation has announced its next generation ultra-high modulus pitch carbon fiber composite tooling featuring 15% stiffer fibers for increased strength and less deflection. Potential composite tooling applications include crossbar beams, loading and unloading beams, destacking beams, panel loading t-booms, and tooling supports for the body shop pressroom, injection molding and other applications.Read More
Automatic Feed Company (AFCO) announces the availability of its newest generation of bundle turnovers, also known as inverters, which automate the process of flipping over an entire stack of material 180-degrees bottom over top. This equipment eliminates the difficult task of flipping over metal blanks by hand or by crane, reducing the potential of damage...Read More
