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NewProducts
Efficient, Automated Scrap Removal
Prab, Kalamazoo, MI, introduces Quick Return (QR) conveyors that gen- tly propel material forward without vibration or springs. A low-horsepower design coupled with permanent lubrication minimizes operating cost. The units suit single-press, dedicated units or can be used as a transfer system for plant-wide applications over
long distances.
Single units can range from 8 to 40 in. wide and
as long as 60 ft. Conveying capacity peaks at 60,000 lb./hr., with load capacity to 2000 lb.
and a maximum speed of 20 ft./min.
Prab: 269/382-8200; www.prab.com
Bunting Expands Selection of Magnet Products
Bunting Magnetics Co., Newton, KS, has
expanded its inventory of products avail-
able online, including additions to its
bonded neodymium, sintered neodymi-
um, samarium cobalt, alnico and ceramic mag-
net product lines. The selection includes more size
and shape options for block, disc, plug and ring style magnets. Bunting Magnetics: 847/593-2060; www.buntingmagnetics.com
Spray Nozzle Lays Down a Fine Lube Pattern
Unist, Inc., Grand Rapids, MI, intro- duces the LVSS spray nozzle, designed
to consistently apply small amounts of fluid in either a fan or cone spray pattern. The nozzles are operated with a com- pressed-air input signal and an integral valve at the nozzle tip that allows pres- surized lubricant to flow whenever an air signal is present. The volume of the fluid and atomizing air are controlled with independent precision needle valves. Unist, Inc.: 616/949-0853; www.unist.com
By Drew Stevens
Error-proofing concepts for toolmakers and die designers
This new book from the Precision Metalforming Association is written by long-time die-sensor expert Drew Stevens, who shows readers step by step how to develop modern sensing technologies for the pressroom and apply them to a lean-manu- facturing environment. “Slow stamping-press speeds and frequent die crashes are not acceptable,” writes Stevens, “and the manufacturers that choose to shift their thinking to new technologies will prevail in the world metalforming market.”
Stevens is a journeyman diemaker and developer of specialized sensor-based die- protection training and application-assistance programs for metalforming compa- nies. He also writes an error-proofing column for PMA’s monthly e-newsletter, Tool & Die Authority. In this 112-page book, loaded with illustrations and photos, Stevens explores in detail how creating an autonomous die-protection expert in your organ- ization can prevent unplanned downtime, save die-repair costs and prevent bad parts from getting to the customer. Chapters address sensor selection and installa- tion; using sensors to avoid strip-feeding problems; proper feed detection; part- ejection issues; crash prevention; and design and development of a sensor test cart.
Automating the metalforming process while adopting lean-manufacturing con- cepts such as just-in-time and Kaizen has helped make the stamping process less expensive, faster and more efficient than ever. To learn how to protect those investments by applying sensors in your metalforming operation and support your lean-manufacturing directives, order a copy of Stevens’ Die Protection for Lean Manufacturing.
Order today
Call Marlene at 216-901-8800 x127 Online at www.pma.org and visit Marketplace
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