Metal Forming & Fabricating / Lasers

Retaining Rings
The Hoopster retaining rings fit into shallower grooves than regular snap rings or retaining rings.The Hoopster’s low profile, precision circularity and small radial size allow it to be an unobtrusive component in an assembly. Hoopster retaining rings are suitable for light to medium loads and are good for thin-wall tubes. The low-radial profile will not twist or deform under load as with conventional retaining rings in high thrust applications. Hoopster retaining rings are installed without special tools. Standard sizes are stocked from 3/8" to 3" and available in carbon and 302 stainless steel.

IMTS Booth N-6300
Smalley Steel Ring Co.
Lake Zurich, IL
www.smalley.com 

Abrasive Waterjet and Software Suite
A wide range of waterjet options range in size from 6.7ft x 20ft (2m x 6m) production-oriented Omax 80X-1 DualBridge JetMachining Center, to a job 5ft x 10ft (1.5m x 3.0m) shop-sized Maxiem 1530, to a compact 2.5ft x 2.5ft (0.7m x 0.7 m) Maxiem 0707 JetCutting Center. Accessories include articulated cutting heads for automatic taper compensation and beveled cutting, computer-controlled motorized Z-axis for vertical contours, rotary axes for cutting cylindrical components, and a range of pump and nozzle sizes. All machine models at IMTS will feature the latest version of the company’s Intelli-Max Software Suite.

IMTS Booth N-6228
Omax Corp.
Kent, WA
www.omax.com


Full Line of Waterjets
A variety of new models from Flow International’s full line of Mach Series products will be operating live during IMTS 2012. The Mach series sets new performance standards across a full continuum of waterjet machine tools: the Mach 4 is comprised of industry leading technology that is years ahead, the Mach 3 is the world’s most popular waterjet system, and the Mach 2 combines precision cutting with exceptional value. The breadth of machine tools and pumps offered by Flow provides the manufacturing industry with technology leadership and superior performance at every price point.

The newest addition to the Mach 4 line of waterjets offers a variety of features that are unique to the waterjet industry. Equipped with an expandable modular design up to 14m (48ft) in length, the Mach 4 allows customers to increase the size of the cutting area as their business grows.

IMTS Booth N-6217
Flow Int’l Corp.
Kent, WA
www.flowwaterjet.com

 
Cylindrical Drive Technology
The MV wire machines feature non-contact cylindrical drive technology, an improved power supply, auto-threading, deeper submerged-wire threading capabilities, and other functions. The cylindrical drive technology uses a linear shaft motor rather than a flat-plate design, limiting the effective magnetic flux to only half of its potential. Its round magnetic shaft creates a non-contact design using the full 360° of magnetic flux, delivering no wear, no cogging, and no backlash.

Also on display will be four general purpose milling vertical machining centers as well as the MWX3 waterjet machine.

IMTS Booth N-6825
Mitsubishi EDM/
MC Machinery Systems Inc.
Wood Dale, IL
www.mitsubishi-world.com

Rack & Pinion Systems
These rack & pinion drive systems are available with five levels of precision, including high-precision zero backlash axis drives. They are suitable for a range of applications, including axis drives requiring precise positioning and repeatability, traveling gantries and columns, pick and place robots, CNC routers, and material handling systems. Heavy loads and duty cycles are available for use with this drives.

IMTS Booth N-6420
Atlanta Drive Systems Inc.
Farmingdale, NJ
www.atlantadrives.com
 

Vacuum Disc Sanders
Air-powered vacuum disc sanders allow for efficient coatings removal by capturing the actual contaminants to the vacuum source. They include 2", 3", 5", and 7" diameter vacuum sanders for smooth, controlled operation. The vacuum shroud of each tool diverts dust and debris to the vacuum source. The right-angle design of each tool features a rubber over-mold on the housing.  

IMTS Booth N-6630
Dynabrade Inc.
Clarence, NY
www.dynabrade.com

 
Laser Marking Workstations
Available in two sizes and three models, each featuring a worktable, rotary table, and expandability to five axes – the M-Series enables the processing of multiple part sizes. The M-Series workstations are height-adjustable and have a control panel that can mount on either the right or the left side of the workstation. Combining the IMP (Intelligent Mark Positioning) with the M-Series workstations enables precise and repeatable markings. IMP detects workpieces and their position, automatically, and aligns the marking accordingly.

IMTS Booth N-6534
Foba Laser Marking & Engraving
Boxborough, MA
www.fobalaser.com
 

Thermal Drilling
The main benefit of the drill press is the material that would normally be cut using the conventional drilling process is used to push through a bushing that triples the material thickness. This bushing can then be tapped and used instead of welded nuts, nipples, or inserts. The process can also be used in CNC or milling machines. Parts can also be designed with lighter and/or thinner materials. This 40-year old process features clean, no-chips operation, as well as the feeling of pushing into butter as the steel is heated with the friction and transformed into a plastic state to form a built-in insert.

IMTS Booth N-6456
Formdrill USA Inc.
Chicago, IL
www.formdrill-usa.com

Polishing and Deburring System
The Ultramax MF is a multi-function polishing and deburring system capable of operating brush-type, brushless, and ultrasonic handpieces in one package. It polishes slots, ribs, and intricate details, and deburs in sensitive areas without collateral damage. Short stroke and fast reciprocation provide total control over demanding finishing tasks. Special control functions make any finish possible. Everything from milled surfaces to rough EDM surfaces can be polished to a mirror finish.

IMTS Booth N-6444
Gesswein & Co. Inc.
Bridgeport, CT
www.gesswein.com

Presses
With product capabilities to 40,000 tons and bed sizes exceeding 240" (6,100mm), these presses are available in a variety of styles ranging from gap frame and straight-side to die-spotting and forging presses. A 562-ton, triple-action draw press with a 280-ton cushion, and a 30-ton ram-mounted knockout allows the manufacturer to bring several product lines in-house from outside contractors.

IMTS Booth N-6076
Greenerd Press & Machine Company Inc.
Nashua, NH
www.greenerd.com

Metal Plating
The company’s work is used in a range of applications. Capabilities include precious, semi-precious, and alloy metal plating; metalizing plastics; custom masking; and a full complement of advanced testing methods. A key component of the company’s processes includes environmental responsibility.

IMTS Booth N-6270
Incertec
Fridley, MN
www.incertec.com

Plate Rolling
This plate roll has the ability to produce zero flat spot. They solve the age-old problem of creating a perfectly round cylinder ideal for the aerospace industry. The company’s HRB-4 Series double pre-bends in one pass. In addition, the hydraulic and electrical systems are safeguarded from over loads.

IMTS Booth N-6634
JMT
Salt Lake City, UT
www.jmtusa.com

Water Jet Pumps
The NEOLine 40i pump features low-profile cabinetry design for easy access to pump controls and components along with 55,000psi operating pressure. The NEOLine 10d direct drive pump is designed as a low-cost solution. The Streamline PRO2 series pumps feature a 90,000psi, 60hp, and 125hp operating pressure, offering a powerful combination of horsepower and pressure.

IMTS Booth N-6150
KMT Waterjet Systems Inc.
Baxter Springs, KS
www.kmtwaterjet.com