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Tech Update
Long-Life Non-Woven Discs
for Stock Removal and Blending
“Test results have been exceptional. In comparison tests fabricators and welders will see a 26-percent higher cut rate, with less shedding, and two times the life over the top competitive product using the new Norton nonwoven discs,” says Mario Davila, Norton | Saint-Gobain abrasives product manager.
Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives, Worcester, MA, has introduced Norton Rapid Prep XHD coarse and medium discs, designed to solve users’ most aggressive stock-removal and blending challenges during tool- and part-finishing operations. The extra-heavy-
duty nonwoven discs remove weld lines, weld splatter, weld discoloration and blend surfaces in a single
Rapid Prep XHD discs are offered in multiple sizes and nonwoven types, and both coarse and medium discs are stock items.
medium discs work well on softer metals and alloys. Users will save labor and consumable costs by reducing application steps, as compared with the use of coated flap discs. These new Rapid Prep XHD discs offer a unique combination of a conformable fiber matrix and premium ceramic grain, resulting in improved cut control and surface blending over traditional coated flap and fiber discs. Product life is increased and shape integrity is maximized due to blended fiber webs that dissipate workpiece debris, according to company officials. In addition, the Norton
In-Process, Real-Time Monitoring
Clean Bond resin system prevents smearing and produces a controlled wear rate.
Marposs, Auburn Hills, MI, has debuted its Brankamp X5 in-process, real-time monitoring systems for cold- and hot- forming, thread-rolling, and stamping oper- ations. Building upon the capabilities of
step.
XHD coarse discs are
ideal for aggressive weld removal and surface blend- ing on steels, while XHD
Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives: www.nortonabrasives.com
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The fully automated ATI Utility Coupler delivers what no manual solution can. Speed and reliability. Unique among all other automated solutions, ATI’s built-in engineered rotational compliance ensures reliable coupling. And our common mounting flats are compatible with ATI’s vast selection of tool changer utility modules. ATI is also compatible with DeviceNet, Ethernet and Profinet. So, if you’re ready to add a new level of speed and reliability to your manufacturing process just say, “Hello ATI.” See it now at www.ati-ia.com/utilitycoupler.
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