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OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF
October 2022 | Volume 56 — Number 9
Cover Story
50 Southern Exposure
Make plans for FABTECH 2022, November 8-10 in Atlanta, GA.
56 Exhibitors 64 Previews
Features
20 TheCasefor
Servohydraulic Presses
High force, precision stroke control, energy savings and more make servohydraulic presses an efficient and effective choice.
24 Press-ControlUpgrades Elevate Die Protection, Press Automation
Celebrating its 100th year, General Stamping & Metalworks has enjoyed great success.
28 PrototypeDiesDesigned,
Simulated ASAP
Time is of the essence when developing prototype tooling for automotive OEMs.
32 MachiningExcellence Benefits Stamping-Die Performance
Recent investments in CNC machining capabilities allow Walker Tool & Die to provide metal stampers with quality, performance improved part tolerances.
Commentaries
4 Editorial
Sun-Splashed Automation Journeys
Brad Kuvin
14 Tooling by Design
Firefighting
Peter Ulintz
86 Metal Matters
Metal Properties: Tensile Strength
Daniel J. Schaeffler, Ph.D.
38
News & Technology
Fabrication
44
MoreBusiness Opportunities from Expanded Inhouse Laser Cutting
The decision to insource laser cutting and take advantage of technology improvements has spelled success for this Iowa producer of parts and products.
48
HybridMultitasking— Machining and Friction Stir Welding
...stirs up efficient EV battery-tray productivity.
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Departments
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