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Illustration images used this issue courtesy of Bigstockphoto.com, Carson Engineering & Mfg, IMS Messsysteme GmbH, International Tube
Association, Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, Polysoude, and Strothman
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New solutions for simulation of hot and
cold tube rolling processes
By Mr A Vydrin, OJSC RosNITI, Russia
‘Handle with care’
is often a phrase uttered in
caution, but not often taken as seriously as in
the handling and packaging of tube and pipe.
From machine to shopfloor, to loading bay,
and out the door to its final destination, tube
and pipe must be protected every step of the
way. But what is often not fully realised are the
efficiency gains and space saving facilitated by
innovative handling. The handy equipment of
this feature includes storage systems, forklift
trucks, bundling systems, and transport tracks.
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Tube Russia has not stopped growing in
strength since it was first launched in 2003.
Held annually – and every two years alongside
wire Russia – the event continues to attract the
big names in the tube and pipe industry. This
year’s sold-out event will take place from 12-15
May 2009 at the Krasnaya Presnya exhibition
centre in Moscow. The event will again provide
a comprehensive networking opportunity for
Russia and the CIS region.
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Tube Russia 2009:
Moscow, Russia
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Handling & Packaging
Equipment & Technology
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The related areas of drilling, piercing and
punching deliver true precision to tube and pipe
manufacturers. However, it is essential that this
equipment must not only operate with pinpoint
accuracy, but also offer incredible versatility
with minimum scrap. And these machines
deliver – offering punching and drilling expertise
with multi-hole capability for a whole range of
sections, profiles and materials.
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Drilling, Piercing &
Punching Technology