Machinery & Tools News
Piece together the latest news on large, industrial machinery as well as parts and tools manufacturing. Gain insights into companies developing motors. gears, bits, wrenches, vises, drills, hinges and machinery for the construction, agriculture and service industries, among others. Learn about mergers and acquisitions, new products and services, innovations and technology in the world of machinery and tools.
50 Years of Igus: Compact Car from Cologne Glides Through Asia on Tribo Polymers
Since January of this year, a compact car equipped with polymer plain bearings from the plastic specialist igus, has been on tour across four continents and three oceans, through deserts, snow, and tropical heat. This demonstration trip showcases the potential and durability of the Cologne-based company's motion plastics - plastics for motion control applications. - June 16, 2014 - Igus Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Aluminium Pipe and Tube Market in Russia to 2018
Marketreportsonrussia.com presents a report on “Russia Aluminium Pipe and Tube Market in Russia to 2018.” The most up-to-date market data on the actual market situation, trends and future outlook for aluminium pipes and tubes in Russia. - June 13, 2014 - Market Reports on Russia
Blackman and White Introduce New Entry Level Plotter Cutter
Blackman and White, the UK’s only manufacturer of flatbed industrial automated cutting machines, have broadened their portfolio of entry level machines with the addition of the Graphtec FC8600 series of roller cutting plotters. - June 11, 2014 - Blackman and White
Videojet Sets a New Pace with Innovative CO2 Laser Marking Systems
Videojet’s CO2 Laser Marking Systems Boost Productivity by Improving Line Integration - June 11, 2014 - Videojet Technologies
Eldon Helps Van Den Heuvel Technology Deliver Exceptionally Clean Environments to European Customers
Van den Heuvel partners with Eldon who supplies bespoke stainless steel enclosures which help deliver a perfectly clean and hygienic environment. The Dutch company contributes environmentally friendly, economical and endurable sterilizing solutions to customers across Europe. - June 07, 2014 - Eldon Group
A World First: Chainflex Cables with "German Lloyd" Certificate
New test standard for cables in motion control applications guarantees reliability in maritime applications. - June 06, 2014 - Igus Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Igus Presents Maintenance-Free Systems for the Packaging Industry
The plastics expert igus offers products for cost-effective and zero-maintenance options for packaging machinery design. igus presents a wide range of innovative products – ranging from food grade tribo tape to fully harnessed energy chain systems. These are specifically developed for the stringent demands of the industry. - June 06, 2014 - Igus Singapore Pte. Ltd.
ADI Announces Retirement of Longest-Running Employee
Automation Devices, Inc. a vibratory feeder manufacturer in Fairview, Pa. announces the retirement of Bob Hoover after 56 years with the company. - June 06, 2014 - Automation Devices, Inc.
Eldon Enclosures Present in High Quality Packaging Machines from Sollas
Eldon is providing Sollas with industrial enclosures for more than 15 years. Sollas is known as one of the world’s most progressive name in the packaging industry. The company earned their reputation by showing a chameleon-like ability to provide a wide-ranging standard and customized overwrapping and banding solutions over a large number of industries. - June 05, 2014 - Eldon Group
Heat and Sensor Technology Offers Stock and Custom 3-D Configurators
Heat and Sensor Technology is the first in their industry to offer customers heater designing via their 3-D Configurator Programs. The business has just launched their second Configurator Program which offers customized design capabilities, also with 24-hour customer accessibility. OEM and Distributor entities can utilize both Configurator programs directly from the company’s website home page, to more concisely recommend optimum heater solutions for their clientele. - June 04, 2014 - Heat and Sensor Technologies, LLC - AMD
Automation Devices’ Swan-Matic Division Sees Boost in Small and Mid-Sized Jams, Jelly, Condiment and Sauce Businesses
Swan-Matic, a bottle capping machine manufacturer, is seeing a growing trend with companies related to jam, jelly and sauce production. - May 30, 2014 - Automation Devices, Inc.
IHI Construction Machinery Begins Operation of Cloud-Based, Inventory Management Software from Syncron
The Syncron solution used by IHI CM enables forecasting and inventory planning of spare parts. The application runs out of the Syncron data center, which is located in Stockholm, Sweden. IHI CM accesses the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) product through the internet. - May 29, 2014 - Syncron Inc.
Faustel Hits 10-Year High, Exceeds Pre-Recession Business
Faustel, Inc. reached a 10-year high for the fiscal year ending March 31. The privately held company emerged from the deep recession that hit the capital equipment industry even stronger than the prior years. Looking ahead to fiscal 2015, the converting equipment manufacturer expects a continuing... - May 22, 2014 - Faustel
Reasons Eastbay Chose Hytrol High Speed Pneumatic Pusher Design for Significant Facility Expansion
Eastbay, Inc., based in Wausau, WI, offers a wide selection of pro-grade athletic gear, decided to double the size of their current facility to more than 500,000 square feet. The current material handling system would require complete redesign to handle to projected case rates of 60,000 orders per... - May 17, 2014 - Hytrol Conveyor Co., Inc.
Equicapita Income Trust Acquires Levy’s Machine Works
Equicapita Income Trust (“Equicapita”, the “Fund”) is pleased to announce the acquisition of 100% of the shares of Levy’s Machine Works (“Levy’s”) by an affiliate of the Fund. Based in Calgary, Alberta Levy’s is a custom design and speciality... - May 16, 2014 - Equicapita Income Trust
Hytrol Conveyor Company Provides Live Demonstrations at McCombs Wall Conference This Week
Hytrol Conveyor Company, Inc., manufacturer of advanced conveyor systems, controls, and solutions, will sponsor demonstrations and a working exhibit at the McCombs-Wall, Inc. Engineering Solutions for Productivity Conference this Thursday, May 15th. Located in Bell, CA, the conference will be held... - May 14, 2014 - Hytrol Conveyor Co., Inc.
CMMS Software with Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
MaintSmart CMMS Software announced the release of MaintSmart Enterprise 4.1 today. Thousands of equipment maintenance operations in 40 countries use this translatable CMMS software. MaintSmart 4.1, favored for its powerful analysis tools, including Reliability Analysis now implements Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). - May 14, 2014 - MaintSmart CMMS Software, Inc.
Premier League Stadia Are "Over the Moon" with Silver Fox® Labels
Silver Fox®, a leading UK manufacturer of labelling solutions, has been supplying laser engraved labels to the broadcast systems engineers, TTL Video. Principally, these labels help TTL Video - which offers cable installation, testing, repair and maintenance services for broadcast and fibre... - May 14, 2014 - Silver Fox Limited
"Bladesdirect.net Reviews" Announces the Most Exciting Promotion of the Year, a "Free Saw Give Away"
Blades Direct announces the "free saw" giveaway. - May 10, 2014 - Cut-Master Diamond Products
Steel Prices Projected to Surge
Automation Devices, Inc., a vibratory feeder manufacturer in Fairview, Pa. prepares for stainless steel price increase. - May 09, 2014 - Automation Devices, Inc.
DAP America Named Exclusive Importer for Pfaff Industrial in Western Hemisphere
The US-based distributor of Dürkopp Adler equipment has joined forces with Pfaff Industrial to improve customer service and expand distribution of Pfaff Industrial equipment and parts throughout the Americas. - May 02, 2014 - DAP America, Inc.
Shibuya Hoppmann Appointments New OEM Manager
Shibuya Hoppmann announces the appointment of new OEM Manager, Nick White. As OEM Manager, Nick will serve and maintain Shibuya Hoppmann's current and future OEM distributors throughout the United States as well as internationally. - May 01, 2014 - Shibuya Hoppmann
Swanson Industries Completes Equity Investment in RN Motion Technologies
Swanson Industries (www.swansonindustries.com) is pleased to announce that it has added RN Motion Technologies (www.rnmotech.com) to its portfolio of companies. Swanson will provide additional resources to expand and invest in RN Motion Technologies’ existing facility while also taking... - April 25, 2014 - Swanson Industries
Long Anticipated eCycle LM5 Brushless Motor/Generator in Production
eCycle recently announced production of the LM5 Brushless Motor/Generator. - April 25, 2014 - eCycle, Incorporated
Vision Engraving & Routing System’s New Oscillating Knife
Vision Engraving & Routing Systems lets you do more with the release of their new oscillating knife, an option for their line of CNC routing systems. - April 25, 2014 - Vision Engraving Systems
DEMACO Introduces the Generation II Premixer
After five years of research and development, DEMACO launches the Generation II Premixer for enhanced production of pasta. - April 15, 2014 - DEMACO
Habasit Saniclip Makes Sanitation Easier Than Ever
The new Habasit Saniclip is an innovative rod retention system that makes conveyor belt assembly and dis-assembly possible in only seconds. - April 12, 2014 - Habasit America
New Stainless Steel Eccentric Cam Clamping Levers from Elesa UK
Quick action clamp handles from Elesa UK make fast work of repetitive adjustments and other temporary location tasks in food, pharmaceutical, and other clean down environments. - April 12, 2014 - ELESA (UK) Ltd
Ergonomically Designed Magline Hand Trucks Reduce Injury According to Humantech Survey
Ergonomically Designed Magline Hand Trucks Reduce Injury According to Humantech Survey. - April 08, 2014 - Magline, Inc.
DUECO Inc. Appoints Michael Johnson as Operations Manager for Waukesha
DUECO, Inc., the largest privately owned provider of Terex Utilities and Terex® Hi-Ranger bucket trucks, digger derricks, cranes, stringing and tension equipment, and utility trailers in the country, has announced the appointment of Michael Johnson as Operations Manager for their Waukesha... - April 07, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.
The Feed You Need at a Price You’ll Love in Sun Roads Farmory's Pasture in a Box Systems
With water shortages and inclement weather ravaging our country, Sun Roads Farmory is pleased to offer an alternative feed source to keep your herd healthy and happy. Sun Roads systems produce feed with a very constant quality! This gives the producer the ability to provide a consistently high nutrient, 100% organic green feed to their animals regardless of weather or market conditions. All of this comes with an exciting, added bonus: using this feed system can cut your feed costs by half! - April 04, 2014 - Sun Roads Farmory
Newly Designed Magliner Aluminum Narrow Aisle Hand Truck Raves at MODEX
Magline, manufacturers of innovative lightweight route distribution solutions, introduced the Aluminum Narrow Aisle Hand Truck (NAHT). The overall height reaches up to 68 inches, holds a capacity of 500 pounds and the lightweight aluminum frame of 31 pounds makes the hand truck easier to maneuver. - April 04, 2014 - Magline, Inc.
Trilogiq USA Identifies Top Material Handling Challenges Including Part Presentation
Trilogiq USA addressed the top material handling challenges in distribution centers. According to Tim Floyd, National Sales Director for Trilogiq USA, “One of the top challenges for logistics is part presentation. Excessive operator travel to reach parts has the greatest impact on cycle times... - March 31, 2014 - Trilogiq USA
Magline CooLift Delivery System Innovative Solution for Final Delivery of Products
Magline CooLift Delivery System Innovative Solution for Final Delivery of Products. - March 31, 2014 - Magline, Inc.
Widespread Industrial Supplies Launches Redesigned Website Industrial Supplier for Machine Shops and Oil Refineries
Widespread Industrial Supplies, Inc. Launches the new website; features online ordering, providing customers with easy access to the tools they need, in a timely manner. - March 29, 2014 - Widespread Industrial Supplies
CryoPlus Inc, in Wooster, Ohio Marks 20 Years of Cryogenic Service
CryoPlus, Inc, Wooster, Ohio marks 20 years of service to the woodworking, stamping, tool and die, welding, punching, musical, shooting and racing industries. - March 27, 2014 - CryoPlus Inc
DUECO Inc. Adds New Accounting Supervisor
Karen Hanson Joins DUECO Following Two Decades with Another Privately Held Manufacturing Firm. - March 26, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.
OAI Introduces New, Non-contact, High Resolution Photolithography System Developed by Eulitha AG
Non-Contact Tool for Photonic Patterning - March 26, 2014 - OAI
Innovation Direct™ Managing Licensing Efforts on Behalf of Screwdriver 3 Invention
An innovative new product designed to make a number of manual labor tasks easier., the Screwdriver 3, has been developed by James Adkison, Jr. of Jacksonville, Florida. The invention's unique design helps insure that its users are able to reach nuts and screws that are in difficult areas. The... - March 21, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
INDEVCO Group at INDEX14: Customized Hygiene Converting Machinery & Parts
During INDEX14, INDEVCO Group member company, Phoenix Machinery, will meet attendees to discuss customizable hygiene converting machinery and parts at Booth # 4035. - March 16, 2014 - INDEVCO Group
CURT Manufacturing Announces Acquisition by Audax Group
Recently, CURT Manufacturing was acquired by Audax Group, a Boston-based private equity group. Greg Hooks, CEO of CURT, said "We are excited to have Audax as our new partner. Its track record of sourcing and integrating add-on acquisitions will enhance our ability to grow, while continuing to... - March 15, 2014 - CURT Manufacturing
SPESA VIP Event to Welcome Sewn Products and Textile Industries to Atlanta
Held in conjunction with the Texprocess Americas and co-located shows, the popular dinner and industry networking function will be held on May 13 at the Georgia Aquarium. Participation in the event helps support the future of the industry through the AAFA Educational Foundation. - March 13, 2014 - SPESA
Blackman and White to Showcase Versatile Automated Composite Cutter at JEC Europe 2014
Blackman and White, leaders of innovation in automated cutting technology, will be showcasing their MasterCut Versa-Tech flatbed cutter at the forthcoming JEC Europe 2014 exhibition which opens on 11 March in Paris. - March 06, 2014 - Blackman and White
Top Quality Plants, Individuals Honored by ACPA
QCast Awards recognize plants scoring 95% or better on 2013 quality audits. - March 04, 2014 - American Concrete Pipe Association
DUECO Inc. Recognized with Wisconsin Governor’s Trailblazer Award
Award Recognizes DUECO as a Successful Third Generation Business Owned/Operated by Female Relatives of the Founder. - March 03, 2014 - Dueco, Inc.
Ampac Acquires Business Deposits Plus as Part of Strategic Focus
Ampac has acquired Business Deposits Plus (BDP) as part of its overall strategic focus for its secure packaging business unit. - March 03, 2014 - ProAmpac
Memorial Wheel Dot Com Taking Pre-Orders for 2015
Deadline August 31st, 2014. - February 27, 2014 - Memorial Wheel Dot Com
Professional Plastics Signs Master Distributor Agreement with Corning Macor®
Professional Plastics, Inc. has recently signed a Master Distribution Agreement with Corning, Inc. for the distribution and fabrication of Macor® Machinable Glass Ceramic parts and shapes. As a leading supplier of engineering plastics and ceramics with 18 locations in the USA, Singapore and... - February 27, 2014 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
SolarCraft Expands Solar for Labcon - World Leader in Eco-Friendly Plastics Increases Solar Production
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft announced the completion of a 73.2 kW solar electric expansion at Labcon in Petaluma, CA, the industry leader in sustainable plastic labware. The 73.2 kW addition combined with the existing 800 kW system brings Labcon’s annual solar production to 1.3 million Kilowatt hours. - February 27, 2014 - SolarCraft
IMS Company Enables Precise Temperature Control Through Its New Hydra Water Cooled Circulator
As the newest member to the IMS Hydra series, IMS Company offers the redesigned water cooled temperature controller to the industrial market; facilitating the control, accuracy, and efficiency of water circulation. - February 26, 2014 - IMS Company