TPi January 2012

stainless steel tubes

MicroGroup enhances capabilities and capacity

traditional, non-contact method for creating complex geometries and features which cannot be machined by more conventional manufacturing processes and, because it is a non- contact operation, does not impart any mechanical forces. This makes EDM a suitable method for machining thin-walled or fragile parts. According to Alex Magyar, vice president of operations for MicroGroup, the new machine is MicroGroup’s 22 nd machine utilising this technology; “What attracted us to this machine were the improved cycle times, ability to hold tighter tolerances and the capability to machine a longer part versus older machines.”

“This is another example of MicroGroup’s commitment to investing in the technology that is consistent with our goals of delivering speed and precision to our customers,” commented Bill Bergen, MicroGroup’s president and CEO. “Continued investment into equipment and infrastructure remains an important part of ensuring we are positioned to help our customers remain successful; particularly on today’s smaller, more difficult and exacting components with increasingly tighter tolerances for assembly and higher quality expectations.”

MicroGroup is a manufacturer of precision metal components and assemblies, as well as a manufacturer and distributor of stainless steel tubing and fittings through the All Tube business unit. The company’s primary focus is meeting individual customer needs by offering a wide range of in-house manufacturing operations and engineering services that allows them to more effectively manage projects from prototype to commercial quantities. The company’s new AgieCharmilles Cut 30 brings added capacity and new capabilities to its electric discharge machine (EDM) centre. EDM is a non-

MicroGroup – USA info@microgroup.com www.microgroup.com

Pre-processed steel products For over 60 years, Manni Sipre has been a European leader in the field of pre-processed steel products such as beams, plates, structural tubes and profiles. Offering to the building industry the advanced technologies used in its service centres, the firm is a suitable partner for companies involved in construction using metal structure, providing pre-processed structural elements, even finished (finished structural elements), ready for assembly. laser cutting system (through the CMM company) that works with very thick pipes up to 12m long. Manni Sipre offers a large range of products, including structural tubes, form tubes and carpentry tubes with qualities available from stock: S275 JRH, S355 JOH and S355 J2H, with certifications according to EN 10204 3.1.B. In addition to cutting individual tubes and profiles, the company is able to produce special fittings and joints to avoid successive welding.

EN ISO 9001, and complies with the ISO 3834-2 standard for the welding process. The company has also obtained the Management Systems for the Environmental Safety certification according to the OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 standards. All Manni Sipre plants are recognised by the Technical Service Centre (Superior Council of Public Works) as Centres of transformation, a mandatory requirement to operate in the construction sector (Ministerial Decree 14/01/2008).

Manni Sipre – Italy mannisipre@gruppomanni.it www.mannisipre.it

Thanks to the strong synergy with other companies in the group and to continued investments in innovation, Manni Sipre deals not only with the traditional construction market, but also offers a unique range of products with regards to quality and the ability to be manufactured and a range of services that meet the different needs from new or emerging areas, such as mechanical engineering, heavy carpentry and earth- moving machinery, to niche markets like bridge bearings or industrial chain manufacturing. In addition to installations for cold cutting and CNC drilling, the company is equipped with a state-of-the-art

The company’s service centres are not limited to cutting, bending or assembling

steel structures, and may also provide technical advice on design. The great availability of warehouses and the high purchasing power of Gruppo Manni HP allow Manni Sipre to find materials on order for customers.

Manni Sipre is certified UNI

Manni Spire specialises in steel tubes and profiles

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January 2012 Tube Products International