A New Layer of Interest in Fabricating/Laser Pavilion

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IMTS Pavilion: Fabricating/Laser/Additive
During IMTS, Jet Edge will perform live five-axis abrasive waterjet cutting
demonstrations on its premiere 90,000 psi (6200 bar) EDGE X-5™ five-axis
waterjet with Aquavision Di control and Closed Loop Filtration System.
A New Layer of Interest
in Fabricating/Laser Pavilion
Additive manufacturing, which builds
layer by layer, has been added to the
fabricating and laser pavilion for 2014
L
ocated in the North Building, the fabricating, laser
and additive pavilion will be one of the biggest
draws at IMTS, with the addition of 3D printing
technologies that allow layer-by-layer manufacturing
with more materials than ever.
This pavilion features a variety of major players
in the fabricating, laser and growing additive arenas. Among
them: ESAB Welding & Cutting Products, Kuka Robotics
Corp., CNC Software Inc., Mitsubishi EDM/MC Machinery
Systems Inc., OMAX Corp., Trumpf Inc. and The ExOne Co.
A variety of new technologies, powered by advanced software and robotics, and their integration into traditional metalworking processes, has invigorated the fabricating field, where
manufacturers build metal structures by cutting, punching,
bending, forming, welding, brazing and other processes.
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The industry is also being challenged by an array of new
advanced materials and composites, where certain processes
boast superior performance. For example, those in the abra-
“It surprises us,” Learmonth told Manufacturing Engineering. “We thought the front loader would be more popular.”
But first-time robotics buyers, it turns out, like the flexibility
sive waterjet arena say their process is superior for cutting
of side-load. “As they embrace robotics, they like having two
composite materials. A precision waterjet with a taper com-
sides,” he explained.
pensating head will machine 1/4" (6.4-mm) thick carbon fiber
The robotic cell in combination with tandem SAT process
as fast as 180 ipm (4572 mm/min) at 60,000 psi (413 MPa)
achieves travel speeds well beyond the limits of normal spray
with taper of less than 0.001" (0.025 mm) per side, according
arc welding for high productivity automated welding.
to OMAX Corp. (Kent, WA). And 13/16" (20.6-mm) thick G10
can be machined as fast a 40 ipm (1016 mm/min) at 60,000
psi with the same precision.
“It’s a great show for automation, and the
world of fabrication needs more automation.”
Robotic Welding Gets More Flexible
At booth N-6129, ESAB Welding & Cutting Products plans
ESAB’s Swift Arc SL is designed for robotic welding of large
to showcase the Swift Arc SL system, a side-load robotic weld-
parts at high production rates. Dual trunions manipulate parts
ing cell featuring a new tandem Swift Arc Transfer (SAT) MIG
from two sides, allowing welded parts to be unloaded and new
welding process.
parts to be loaded during the welding process. This continuous
“arc on” time improves output by
reducing downtime.
Enhancing the speed and
productivity of the robotic cell is
a new tandem SAT process that
uses twin welding wires running
simultaneously through the cell’s
robotic torch to deliver exceptionally high deposition rates. This
high-productivity MIG welding
process produces flat welds with
good penetration and without undercut. Its low heat input results
in less deformation. Less part
deformation and limited spatter
minimizes post-weld labor, helping lower production costs.
The SAT process uses
ESAB’s AristoRod non-copper
ESAB Welding & Cutting will show off its Swift Arc SL system, a side-load robotic welding
cell featuring a new tandem Swift Arc Transfer (SAT) MIG welding process.
George Learmonth, VP of Automation for North America
at ESAB, said it’s the first time the side-load version of the
product is being shown in this market. ESAB also offers angle
coated wires to reduce contamination of the feed system with
copper particles. This results in
dependable feeding properties and a consistently stable arc at
high welding currents and wire feed speeds.
Learmonth said that he expects a lot of traffic at IMTS to
and front load versions, as well as a mobile learning version,
see the new system, as automation, especially with flexible
but the side-load, which offers an open envelope on opposing
robots, continues to grow given the continued skills gap in
sides, has proven more popular than expected.
manufacturing and the increase in business in North America.
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“It’s a great show for automation, and the world of fabrication needs more automation,” he said, noting that the average
age of a welder is 58. “We need more people in fabrication.
Demographics are driving more automation.”
of the HELIX weld heads are easy to install and position on
pipes and tubes.
The new clamp-on heads are designed for use with the
company’s new HELIX WF20S and WF20B orbital wire feeders, which use a precision wire-feed motor to ensure cali-
A One-Stop Shop for Welding
brated and consistent wire-feed speed throughout the length
Lincoln Electric (Cleveland, OH), a leader in welding and
cutting products, including robotic arc welding and more, will
be showing off several new product technologies—as well as
of the weld. The HELIX design allows the operator to change
wire spools in under a minute, without tools.
Lincoln Electric also will show off its new Weld Sequencer
its strategy of becoming a one-stop shop for automation that
solution, which allows customers to set up a series of complex
includes an array of upstream and downstream processes
welds step-by-step to make execution easier for operators.
related to welding and metal fabrication solutions.
The system can set up for a series of welds with different
Lincoln Electric will show off its new HELIX C450 and C663 weld heads. With these orbital TIG (gas tungsten arc welding)
clamp-on weld heads, operators can now weld small tubes and pipes.
“More and more of our customers are looking for a
parameters such as voltage, wire feed speeds and more and
complete solution provider,” said Bruce Chantry, director of
track whether the welds were performed correctly and in se-
marketing at Lincoln Electric. “They are looking for a one-stop
quence. It automatically controls the weld settings from weld
shop. … We’ll have a number of new and innovative solutions
to weld, too, helping to improve quality.
to show attendees.”
“Some customers have complex parts that may not be
Located in IMTS booth N-6520, Lincoln Electric will show
conducive to robotics for any number of reasons,” Chantry
off its new HELIX C450 and C663 weld heads. With these
explained, and the more complicated the sequence of welds,
orbital TIG (gas tungsten arc welding) clamp-on weld heads,
which may require different settings and adjustments, the
operators can now weld smaller tubes and pipes with diame-
more room for operator error.
ters ranging from 1.315 to 6.63" (33.4–168.4 mm). The new
The Weld Sequencer is essentially a weld-by-numbers as-
weld heads are designed for use with the company’s APEX
sistant for welders. It visually guides a welder with images of the
2100 orbital welding system, which now offers TIG welding
parts and directs the operator through each weld and automati-
solutions for tubes and pipes ranging from 1.315 to 64". All
cally adjusts the welding parameters. The system also monitors
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the welding to help ensure that the welds are the correct dura-
• Wayne Trail Technologies Inc., a privately-held Ohio-
tion while providing digital feedback and verification.
based manufacturer of automated systems and tooling.
“Every single weld can have a different weld setting,”
• Weartech International, a privately-held producer of
Chantry said.
cobalt-based hard facing and wear-resistant welding
consumables.
Chantry said these new technologies are part of the vision
of Lincoln Electric to surround the welding market, which is
• Torchmate also known as Applied Robotics Inc., a
dealing with a serious skilled worker shortage, with an array of
manufacturer of CNC cutting tables and accessories
solutions before and after welding occurs.
based in Reno, NV.
Several acquisitions are enabling Lincoln Electric to deliver
• Techalloy, Baltimore, Maryland-based manufacturer is
on that goal. Among the handful of companies it has acquired
a privately-held producer of nickel alloy and stainless
in recent years:
steel welding consumables.
• Tennessee Rand Inc., a privately-held automated systems
and tooling manufacturer based in Chattanooga, TN.
• Burlington Automation (Python X),a maker of 3D robotic plasma cutting systems based in Ontario, Canada.
• Robolution GmbH, a European provider of robotic
Chantry said Lincoln Electric, which has also acquired Arc
Products, Vernon Tool and Burny Kaliburn, is looking forward
to showing off all the new and innovative solutions it now has
to offer.
“This show has always been an important show for Lin-
arc welding systems that is popular in the automotive
coln,” he said. “We can help our customers become more
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Waterjet Technologies on Display
is an advanced taper removal cutting head that achieves ultra-
Dr. John Cheung, chief executive officer of OMAX Corp.
(Kent, WA), said he’s excited to show off the company’s new
high precision taper removal for successfully cutting parts with
square, taper-free edges.
and improved abrasive waterjet technology, which continues
The latest software release from OMAX includes a new
to be completely designed and built in the United States. At-
cutting model for increased productivity and advanced 3D
tendees will discover how advanced abrasive waterjet technol-
cutting. The Intelli-MAX software precisely calculates the
ogy can efficiently support the increasing production demands
velocity of a toolpath allowing for complete control over the
and offer solutions for industries such as aerospace, defense,
motion of the abrasive jet, enabling accurate, fast machining.
medical, energy and more.
Additionally, the software automates most programming and
The new MAXIEM JetMachining Centers offer cost-efficient, high-performance waterjet cutting technology in a rug-
tool setup work, virtually eliminating the need for extensive
operator training.
ged package. In addition to increased part cutting accuracy,
The MicroMAX JetMachining Center is the ideal solution
the updated drive system delivers much faster and smoother
for ultra-precision abrasive waterjet machining with finished
motion. New MAXIEMS also feature completely revamped
parts and part features smaller than 300 microns. The Micro-
universal Z axis for 12" (305 mm) of controlled height travel
MAX JetMachining Center is an ideal research and develop-
and the ability to easily switch from a simple fixed cutting
ment, rapid prototyping, and production waterjet machine for
head to the versatile A-Jet multiaxis cutting head in a matter
industries such as medical, electronics, and more.
of minutes.
The company also will introduce a new 100-hp (74.6-
On its premium line of OMAX JetMachining centers, the
company will show its Tilt-A-Jet cutting head. The Tilt-A-Jet
kW) EnduroMAX direct drive pump. Build on OMAX’s 20
years of direct-drive pump technology, the new 100-hp
ExOne Says that interest in its additive manufacturing technologies continues to grow as new materials, such as
nickel-based Inconel alloy 625, comes online. That recently introduced alloy has more than 99% density.
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pump is an industry first. OMAX pumps deliver higher percentages of cutting power than comparable intensifier-type
pumps, and the new 100-hp is no exception. “People like to
have higher horsepower,” Cheung explained. “now we have
a single 100-hp direct drive pump, only available on the
OMAX line.”
“We as a company are always looking at improving our
products and this new generation of abrasive waterjets
represent the result of that kind of a push where we have
improved in all aspects of the technology,” Cheung said.
Additive Manufacturing in Metal
Located between ABB Inc. and ESAB Welding & Cutting
Products, at N-6245, is industrial additive manufacturing
leader ExOne (North Huntington, PA), and the company demonstrates how the manufacturing field is changing quickly.
Led by President and Chief Operating Officer David
Burns, ExOne aims to be a global manufacturing solution
provider in the growing industrial additive manufacturing
arena, offering printing machines and services, as well as
developing new materials for additive processes. Qualifying
new materials and improving printing speed are critical areas
of future product development.
“There are opportunities to print faster,” Burns said during
a recent meeting with investors and the media.
ExOne is heavily invested in binder jetting technology as its
core additive manufacturing process, which it believes is the
superior process for industrial part production. ExOne’s machines—which include the S-Max, S-Print, M-Print, M-Flex,
X1-Lab and Orion Laser—start with a digital image of a product and build that product layer by layer using a fine powder
of sand, metal, glass or metal, mixed with a binder material,
to build a finished product. Because there is little to no waste
using the process, and because it lays down material one thin
layer at a time, designs not previously considered manufactureable are now possible and there can be substantial cost
savings in terms of a reduced number of parts and elimination
of some assembly.
The company plans to have its M-Flex on display at IMTS
as well as printed metal parts.
ExOne, which went public in 2013, already has an
impressive stable of customers, such as BMW, Ford Motor
Co., Boeing, Tesla Motors, Caterpillar, John Deere, Bosch
Rexroth, Sikorsky, and a variety of others. Of ExOne’s $7.3
million in revenue in the first quarter, 33% came from
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ExOne is looking to further expand its production services
example, ExOne now prints sand cores for impellers without a
under its ExCast division, which aims to supply complex
core box, which allows a customer to deliver impeller cast-
finished casting parts for prototyping and short-run production
ing in under two months—a substantial time savings when
on a rapid delivery platform to global industrial customers.
standard molds can typically take months to machine. ExOne
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largely through acquisition.
“The opportunities to redesign are huge.
But they can’t go back once they’ve gone
through the door. It’s a one way door.”
Waterjet Cutting Systems
The Mach series of waterjet cutting systems offers technology and performance at every price point. The Mach 4c is
designed to optimize the production environment. It provides
a variety of features unique in the waterjet industry including
S. Kent Rockwell, chairman and CEO, said interest continues to grow in the company’s binder jetting technology,
especially as new materials with higher density potential are
brought online. “We believe that nickel-based Inconel alloy 625,
recently introduced as our first single metal alloy providing more
than 99% density, expands our addressable market, expecially
in the aerospace, chemical and energy markets,” he said. “To
create additional opportunities for growth, we continue to work
with customers to develop new metal material sets. And, with
our expanded production capacity currently underway, we’ll be
ready to respond as this market continues to grow.”
During his recent meeting with investors and the media,
Burns discussed the potential of additive manufacturing in the
industrial arena, as well as its challenges. For example, once
a customer decides to use additive manufacturing for a part,
there are many improvements to the part that can be made to
reduce weight or reduce cost without affecting performance.
But once those changes are made, a company is now committed to building that part through additive manufacturing as
there is often no way to make that altered part with traditional
manufacturing processes. That change can be quite a commitment for some original equipment manufacturers, and
Burns acknowledged that fact may be slowing down adoption
in some quarters.
“The opportunities to redesign are huge,” Burns said. “But
they can’t go back once they’ve gone through the door. It’s a
one way door.”
Once they’ve gone through, however, many manufacturers
are greeted by significant benefits in terms of design improve-
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an expandable modular design, up to 14 m (48') in length,
allowing customers to increase the size of the cutting area as
their business grows. The Mach 3b is the world’s most popular waterjet, and the Mach 2c combines accurate part cutting
with exceptional value.
Flow International
Ph: 800-446-FLOW
Web site: www.flowwaterjet.com
Roller Feed Automatic Cold Saw
CPO 315 Roller Feed Automatic Cold Saw is a fully automatic
saw that provides uninterrupted cutting on tubes, solids, and
extrusions. It now comes with new touch screen controls that
make the saw easier to operate. New added features decrease
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applications that require very accurate
and clean cuts. The CPO 315 RFA
comes with either a supply table or a full
bundle loading attachment. The standard supply table has been improved
to accept raw stock loading of material
lengths from as little as 30" (769 mm) to
24' (7.3 m).
Scotchman Industries
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Web site: www.scotchman.com
printers. The 3D printing industry is moving towards incorporating LED and DLP technology in their equipment for cost
efficiency and to achieve faster processing. These systems
operate at higher wavelengths, including 365 nm. Somos is
Toolpath Solutions Software
Launched more than five years ago,
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Building on the possibilities of fiber laser technology for cutting,
welding, and drilling, Laserdyne has developed a versatile, small
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Hydraulic Presses
Hydraulic presses include a shaft straightening press with
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Next-Generation Waterjet Cutting Series
Next-generation Maxiem Line waterjets are now categorized
by OMAX as JetMachining Centers. The series encompasses
five machine models that feature updated linear-drive systems, an innovative Z-axis core with optional multi-axis cutting
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from gap frame and straight-side to die-spotting and forging
presses, with product capabilities to 40,000 tons (36,300 t)
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Side-Load Robotic Welding Cell
Swift Arc SL system, a side-load robotic cell, features a new
tandem Swift Arc Transfer (SAT) MIG welding process. The
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travel speeds well beyond the limits of normal spray arc
welding for high productivity automated welding. ESAB’s Swift
Arc SL is designed for robotic welding of large parts at high
production rates. Dual trunions manipulate parts from two
sides, allowing welded parts to be unloaded and new parts to
be loaded during the welding process. This continuous “arc
on” time improves output by reducing downtime. Enhancing
the speed and productivity of the robotic cell is a new tandem
SAT process that uses twin welding wires running simultaneously through the cell’s robotic torch to deliver high deposition
rates. This high-productivity MIG welding process produces
flat welds with good penetration and without undercut. Its low
heat input results in less deformation. Less part deformation
and limited spatter minimizes post-weld labor, helping to lower
production costs.
ESAB Welding & Cutting Products
Ph: 800-372-2123
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Cutting Technology
Top-of-the-line Edge X-5 five-axis waterjet with Aquavision Di
control and Closed Loop Filtration System is rated at 90,000
psi (620 MPa). It cuts precise taper-free parts from virtually
any material. The system is capable of cutting sophisticated
3D parts such as impellers and bevels up to 50°. This system
is designed for harsh industrial environments. The motion
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fixtures used in the manufacturing process.
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Five-Axis Laser Cutting
TruLaser Cell 3000, a five-axis laser machine for fine cutting
and precision welding, offers cost-efficient laser processing
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also highly energy-efficient because the EMAP only consumes
energy during the actual work cycle.
Promess Inc.
Ph: 810-229-9334
Web site: www.promessinc.com
Hybrid Additive/
Milling Machine
The LUMEX Avance-25 metal
laser sintering hybrid milling
machine relies on one-machine,
one-process manufacturing of
complex molds and parts by fusing metal laser sintering (3D SLS)
technology with high-speed milling technology. The machine enables production of complicated
parts through total manufacturing
using digital engineering and 3D data. The machine achieves
the highest accuracy in part fabrication because metal
powders are melted and sintered via laser, while surfaces are
precisely milled at high speeds.
MC Machinery Systems
Ph: 630-860-4210
Web site: www.mcmachinery.com
Orbital TIG Clamp-On Weld Heads
New Helix C450 and C663 weld heads bring welding operators in refineries, power generation and pressure vessels a
single-system solution for welding various pipe and tube sizes.
With these orbital TIG (gas tungsten arc welding) clamp-on
weld heads,
operators not
only can weld
large diameters
with no upper
limit; they also
can weld smaller
tubes and pipes
with outside diameters ranging
from 1.315 to 6.63" (33.4–168.4 mm). The weld heads are
designed for use with the Apex 2100 orbital welding system,
which includes all the welding components required for orbital
TIG welding. The Helix C series orbital TIG, clamp-on weld
heads are engineered to perform consistent and repeatable
welds. The C450 weld head is designed for pipes and tubes
with outside diameters of 1.315–4.5" (33.4–114.3 mm), while
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the C663 weld head is designed for 1.9–6.63" (48.3–168.4mm) diameters. They are rugged, compact and easy to install
and position on pipes and tubes. Most importantly, the Helix
C series weld heads have a water-cooled motor housing and
torch to ensure extended performance and greater cycle ratings in heavy-duty, high-heat applications.
Lincoln Electric Co.
Ph: 216-481-8100
Web site: www.lincolnelectric.com
High-Pressure Waterjet Pumps
KMT Streamline Pro2 series pumps feature pressure up to
90,000 psi (620 MPa), at 60 and 125 hp (44.7 and 93.2
kW), and offer the industry’s most powerful combination of
horsepower and pressure with significant advances in uptime.
Pro2 Pumps feature a Rapid Change UHP Intensifier with multiple benefits including maintenance friendly design and other
benefits. When combined with PRO Line Cutting Heads the
KMT Streamline Pro2 pump easily cuts up to 100% faster than
traditional 60,000 psi (413.7 MPa) cutting.
KMT Waterjet Systems
Ph: 800-826-9274
Web site: www.kmtwaterjet.com
High-Speed
Milling Machine
The MLCube
high-speed milling
machine is the
second in Datron’s
new “Cube” series,
which represents
the next generation
of their Germanengineered, highspeed machining technology—designed for greater speed,
accuracy, flexibility and industrial durability. The MLCube is
the big brother of the M8Cube. The main difference is that
MLCube has a 60 × 45" (1524 × 1143-mm) work area compared to 40 × 32" (1016 × 813 mm) on the M8Cube.
Datron Dynamics Inc.
Ph: 603-672-8890
Web site: www.datron.com
Waterjet Pump
The Quantum Electric Servo Pump
incorporates a servomotor directly enveloping a high-load, precision ballscrew.
The ballscrew directly houses the ceramic plungers, which reciprocate back
fixed stationary marking and hand-held marking all in one.
Schmidt Marking Systems
Ph: 800-323-1332
Web site: www.gtschmidt.com
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and forth to create the pumping action,
in much the same way as a hydraulic
cylinder works on an intensifier pump.
Techni Waterjet
Ph: 888-832-4643
Web site: www.techniwaterjet.com
Portable Hand-Held
Marking Machine
Ultra Stinger is the latest addition to the
Styliner portable pin marking machines
series. These lightweight handheld
marking machines are well suited for
marking large or heavy parts that are
difficult to bring to a fixed benchtop
marking station. The Ultra Stinger has
a 2 × 4" (51 × 102 mm) marking field
size, a durable molded plastic cover
making it robust yet light. The marking
actuation is done by trigger, keyboard or
custom signal. The unit comes standard with a 20' (6.1-m) communication
cable and pneumatic airline; an electric
version is also available. These handheld portable markers can be column
mounted with a quick disconnect for
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