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Tech Update
split cuts; however, extensive program- ming no longer is required to make them. Any possible geometric configu- ration already is programmed into the machine software, enabling the sheet lay- out to be optimized and prepared for the necessary release strokes.
Parts are initially processed in sequence and then freely punched prior
to discharge or removal. Then, a sepa- rating tool with a bilevel stripper rotates the parts or scrap as needed to facilitate discharge via the chute, and remaining strips are completely shredded.
Trumpf officials say that the feature will increase material utilization by an average of 10 percent, and also conserve energy—peripheral equipment for cutting
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and disposing of scrap no longer are necessary.
Trumpf Inc.: 860/255-6000; www.us.trumpf.com
Welding Power Supply Boasts Integrated Data-Monitoring Capability
Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Appleton, WI, introduced Fabtech 2010 attendees to its new Axcess E with Insight, an advanced gas-metal-arc-welding (GMAW) welding power supply that includes fully integrated data-monitoring capability. The Insight weld-process management system is embedded into the Axcess E welding platform to enhance productiv- ity and quality by providing valuable information on a weld-by-weld basis to operators, supervisors, welding engi- neers, production managers, quality
managers, maintenance professionals and manufacturing management. Use the system to monitor welds in accordance to preset parameter limits, to detect missed welds and under- or over-welding. Identify potential defects, and configure the software to notify the operator or management if a weld has not met expectations for amperage, voltage, wire-feed speed, and shielding-gas flow rate or duration.
Axcess E with Insight uses Ethernet
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