MTC Software, a Hypertherm brand,
has launched the latest version of its
CAM nesting software, ProNest 2010.
The software incorporates improvements to standard features, optional
modules, and machine setups.
With this version, users have more
control when working with CAD files,
the company states. Unwanted layers
can be deleted, and entities can be reassigned to a different process. A third
nesting criteria called Class gives users
more control over how a nest is
processed. In addition, a new archiving tool allows users to back up settings
for safekeeping.
Optional modules have been upgraded, including collision avoidance,
pipe, plate inventory, skeleton cutup,
and bevel. Machine setups have been
enhanced to help improve cut quality
on plasma, laser, and waterjet systems.
MTC Software | 716-434-3755 |
www.mtc-software.com
Dreistern has developed an automatic
tooling measuring and tuning system.
All measuring and fine-tuning work is
performed offline so that the roll forming machine remains available for production.
The system measures and stores the
last good production settings. It positions work shafts automatically (
vertically) in roll-change position and sets
exchanged roll tooling to the last documented setup.
The system is used with the company’s standard forming stands P3.100,
P3.125, P3.160, and P3.200. Two-pass,
four-pass, or six-pass quick-change
plates are available.
Dreistern Inc. | 215-799-0220 |
www.dreistern.com
Coil end welding machine
Guild Intl. has
developed a
welding machine for joining coil ends
on production
lines producing cored wire.
The HMA
Welder produces complete edge-to-edge welds on
all types of lines producing cored wire
from flat strip. It accommodates strip
widths from 0.250 to 3 in. and thicknesses from 0.008 up to 0.060 in.
A shear cuts the coil ends on a bias
to create an edge for welding. The
weld station is designed to use start
and stop tabs, allowing the weld to
cover the entire strip width. This allows the weld to pass through the line
and remain in the wire.
The machine also features swing
weld clamps for simplified viewing, an
XY micrometer slide for torch adjustment, and an optional roll planisher.
The entire weld process takes about
one to two minutes, depending on the
size of the material.
The unit is portable and compact,
allowing it to be rolled between different lines.
Guild Intl. | 440-232-5887 |
www.guildint.com
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The FABRICATOR® | An FMA Publication
August 2009 | www.thefabricator.com
