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Technology Update
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and by limiting the number of screws to a
minimum.
The ‘Twin Semplificata’ is a punching
line supplied with fewer
accessories than other
machines, but with the same
building characteristics. It
allows a 30 per cent saving
on purchase price, and can
be equipped with the same
tools as the classic Twin line.
The company has launched two new
punching machine models, PMV and
Modular, suitable for small and medium
production. PMV is available in two
tonnages: 30T and 50T. It is a vertical
single-punch model suitable for punching
pipes and flat bars, and can punch traversal
holes or slots on one side only.
The Modular is available in different
versions, with between one and three
punching heads. It is equipped with a
quick punch changeover, and is designed
for punching material of an average size
and with limited thickness. Its
power does not exceed 8T.
The machine consists of a
closed-ring structure, aimed
at guaranteeing punches, and
long-lasting dies.
Apollo also produces an
accessory for flat bars, which
keeps the bars straight during
punching, avoiding the annoying and
costly operation of straightening. If
equipped with a simple and convenient
bar warehouse, it can provide a maximum
endurance up to one hour, in automatic
mode.
Apollo Srl – Italy
Fax: +39 0536 851273
Email:
Website:
‘Jumbo’ tube laser cutter
expands range capability
LaserTube Cutting, UK, a division of
Tubes (UK), which serves the furniture,
automotive and light fabrication sectors,
has announced new product solutions for
its cold formed and hot finished ranges of
structural hollow sections. This increased
capability is possible due to the arrival of a
new tube laser machine.
The aptly named ‘Jumbo’ is claimed to
be the largest tube laser in the world, and
can process tubes up to 508mm diameter,
square sections up to 400x400mm, and
rectangles up to 500x300mm, all to a
maximum thickness of 16mm, including
weld preparations.
The Jumbo laser, which is claimed to be the
first of its type in the UK, has a maximum
input length of 18m and maximum finished
lengths of 15m, and the ability to process
open section.
The company has invested in three tube
lasers over the last 7 years. This investment
also includes an LT Combo that was installed
early in 2007. The LT Combo is used for the
profiling of tubes up to 225mm diameter,
square sections up to 160x160mm, and
rectangles up to 200x100mm, in finished
lengths up to 6m long.
LaserTube Cutting – UK
Fax: +44 121 601 5084
Email:
Website:
Baosteel order new
non-destructive testing systems
BaoSteel, China, has ordered three testing systems for the inspection of longitudinally
welded large-diameter pipes. The systems will be supplied by Karl Deutsch, Germany,
a specialist in the field of non-destructive testing.
Non-destructive testing is an integral part of the manufacture of large-diameter pipes
destined for the transport of gas or oil. The first testing system monitors the welding
quality in an early stage of the production using 18 probes. The second system, with 30
probes, allows for the final inspection relevant to the user of the pipes.
The third testing system is responsible for the pipe ends, which are later joined by
circumferential welds during pipeline construction. Test results are produced for each
pipe, and are archived for later retrieval.
Karl Deutsch – Germany
Fax: +49 202 714932
Email: • Website:
› The Modular punching machine is equipped with a quick punch
changeover
fi Apollo’s PMV is available
in 30T and 50T models
Versatile range of tube punching lines
Apollo Srl, Italy, has produced punching
machines for tube, tubular sections and
profiles for over 30 years. The company’s
Twin machine is produced in different
lengths, and can be supplied with tubing
loading/unloading storage to reduce
operator work. Using a double-gripper
manipulator, pipe is loaded, punched and
unloaded in a specific basket.
The Twin is capable of punching four slots
at the same time and working two pipes
simultaneously, doubling productivity. It is
equipped with two opposed heads and can
be supplied with a third vertical head. The
machine can be equipped with tools which
give the machine high tube sliding speed
without scratching, and can work semi-oval
or rectangular tubes without blisters.
The working accuracy is ±0.2mm from
the first to the last hole. Operator safety is
ensured by photocell barriers integrated
with strong nets. Shifting from one pipe to
another is rapid due to tool and accessory
changeover systems, through fittings,