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Lantek to Supply Software for ISL Photonics Laser Cutters

Fabricating-software provider Lantek (www.lanteksms.com) has reached an agreement with ISL Photonics to supply its Lantek Expert system with ISL Photonics’ Gladius, Maximus and Optimus laser-cutting machines. The software will enable users to make full use of the capabilities of each machine and, with the software's advanced nesting capabilities, achieve optimum material utilization, according to Lantek officials. 

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HAPPY MANUFACTURING DAY!

A record number of Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) member companies from all across the country are participating in today’s 5th Annual Manufacturing Day. These companies are opening their manufacturing facilities for tours, information sessions and other activities as part of the nationwide effort to showcase the high-tech world of today’s American manufacturing sector.

“MFG Day is a celebration of who we are as American manufacturers and a chance to showcase our industry to the public,” said PMA President Bill Gaskin. “Manufacturing is growing in this country, supporting important sectors of our economy and creating jobs. We need to fill those jobs with a new generation of manufacturing workers who have the skills to keep our country competitive. Making manufacturing accessible to local students, teachers and families helps introduce these great careers and goes a long way to motivating these future industry leaders. I’m thrilled that so many PMA member companies are joining in this critically important effort.”

A partial list of participating U.S. and Canadian companies can be found here.

In conjunction with MFG Day, PMA and the PMA Educational Foundation launched a new website, the Center for Metalforming Careers (C4MC). The C4MC provides industry resources that highlight metalforming as an outstanding career option, as well as MFG Day resources to assist companies in hosting events to showcase the manufacturing industry.

 

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Dallas Industries Names New Rep in Mexico

Dallas Industries, Troy, MI, a manufacturer of coil-handling and press-feeding equipment as well as controls for the metalforming industry, announced that it has tapped Presmec International as its exclusive dealer in Mexico. Presmec, which will handle sales and service of Dallas equipment throughout the country including installation support, startup assistance and training, has four Mexico locations: Monterrey, Saltillo, San Luis Potosi and Puebla.

For more on Dallas Industries, visit www.dallasindustries.com.

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