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persion, which reportedly permits the brush to run at greater cut depths and drastically reduces heat generation. Reduced heat generation eliminates fil- ament smearing, improves surface finish and promotes long brush life.
Nampower Tools are available in diam- eters of 100, 125 and 150 mm diame- ters. Two trim lengths are offered—18 or 38 mm. Grits: 80, 120, 180 and 320. Brush Research Mfg. Co. Inc.: 323/261-2193; www.brushresearch.com
Fabrications Solutions Featured on
New Mate Website
Fabricators looking for ideas regard- ing special punch applications and
with an easy-to-use interface that provides quick access to the firm’s wide range of products. Included are specifications for nitrogen gas springs and liters, linked components, guide retainer sets, power cam and power pump systems and air cylinders.
Navigation through the site is easy. Once a customer selects the model and
stroke length required, a product-details page is displayed that allows viewing of a 3D model of the product. And, with quick registration users can gain instant access to CAD models available in a vari- etyofformatsincludingSAT,STEP,CATIA, IGES and DXF.
Dadco: 800/323-2687;
www.dadco.net
Tooling Update
shapes will find the Fabrications Solutions area of the website of Mate Precision Tooling very useful. Also featured on the new website is a Machine Selector section and a Solutions Gallery, designed to help with tooling selection. A Techni- cal Resources section provides tips and techniques to optimize tooling perform- ance, including recommended proce- dures for setting die clearance and improving hole quality.
Mate Precision Tooling: 763/421-0230;
www.mate.com
Dadco Introduces Integrated
Online Catalog
Dadco has updated its website by posting an integrated online catalog
www.metalformingmagazine.com
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