TPT May 2012

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Fin-fan assembly POWER Fin Technologies has introduced a fin-fan ‘matrix’ system. The company claims its new fin-fan matrix construction is the fastest production machine in the world. The product consists of multiple fins (‘modules’) placed in packs and swaged onto multiple tube nests 25-50 tubes wide x 12m long, whilst maintaining perfect fin spacing, ending up with a ‘cellular’ damage proof fin-fan unit. Available ‘add- ons’ include fin spacing, choice of any fin or tube materials (titanium, all stainless grades, carbon steel, non-ferrous), as well as any tube wall from 0.4mm upwards and fin thickness of 0.1 to 0.4mm. Manufacturing time, it is claimed, is more than halved due to the matrix application. Power Fin Technologies Ltd – UK

On/off multi-angle welding square and ground INDUSTRIAL Magnetics Inc has added a new product to its line of welding magnets that is a combination, multi-angle welding square and ground all in one.  IMI’s new, on/off multi-angle welding square and ground, featuring Magswitch ® technology, is ideal for welders that need fast set-up, accurate holding and precise placement of steel sheet stock, plate and tubing. This permanent magnetic, multi-purpose tool offers welders six common welding angles; 45°,176°, 75°, 90°, 105° & 135°,  plus a 300 AMP welding ground and is heat resistant up to 180°F (82°C). Easy to use, the welder simply places the square against the work pieces in the desired holding position and turns the handle to the “on” position, activating the magnet. Turning the magnet  to the “off” position releases its hold and keeps it free from metal chips and shavings during non-use.

Industrial Magnetics – USA Website: www.magnetics.com

Email: info@powerfin.co.uk Website: www.powerfin.co.uk

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