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PROTECTO WRAP
The Butyl Hybrid formula, a new BT25XL Window and Door Sealing Tape, provides maximum adhesion even in extreme temperatures. The new blend also has increased adhesion on difficult to adhere substrates such as OSB and DensGlass Gold. The tape forms a permanent seal around doors and windows that prevents air and moisture leaks. Moisture intrusion that causes black mold is eliminated. The tape can be installed and left exposed for 120 days without any UV degradation. It is also the only flashing tape that has passed ASTM E331-90 hurricane level windblown rain test, the supplier reports.
800/759-9727 | www.protectowrap.com |
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POWER ADHESIVES
The Knot-Tec wood repair system from Power Adhesives Ltd. allows manufacturers to use an entire board rather than cutting it before or after a knot or defect, thus eliminating waste, increasing yield and maximizing use of the raw material. The manufacturer fills in the wood or knot with the molten adhesive and allows it to dry. After removal of surplus glue, the wood can be treated or painted as usual. The system uses Tec 250 hot melt adhesive applicator and Tecbond 7718¼12 polyamide hot melt glue sticks, available in amber, beige, black or cola.
703/334-2425 | www.poweradhesives.com |
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GRACO
The Therm-O-Flow 20 and 200 bulk melt systems from Graco Inc. now feature quieter operation, better performance, longer service life and improved process efficiency. The systems feature the new NXT AirMotor and the Mega-Flo platen to offer leading melting rates, even with high viscosity materials. The units also feature an EasyKey control display that shows actual and set point temperatures, a material totalizer that can be reset to track material usage and a seven-day automatic startup timer. Self-diagnostics are also supported, and sensors signal the need for drum changes. The systems are CE-approved and can be integrated with a second unit for tandem operation.
612/623-6443 | www.graco.com |
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ATECH
The KD 658 four-point welder from ATech automatically welds vinyl frame and sash profiles at 90°. The machine uses a Siemens computer system that has enough memory capacity for more than 200 profile configurations with eight parameters per profile—melting, welding and retaining time, height, width, profile number, color information, fixture number and manufacturer code. The machine recognizes color differences automatically and features a digital temperature control system, central lubrication system and an automatic Teflon wrapping device on its heater plates. It operates in English, Spanish, French, Russian and Turkish.
866/801-8324 | www.atechmachine.com
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CANNTEC
A film-over-foam option from CannTec adapts to the company’s current Orbital Stretch Wrapper models. For long parts such as anodized aluminum extrusions that are easily scratched, the first layer of soft polyethylene foam adds an extra soft cushion, which is then over-wrapped by a tough-skin of standard pre-stretched clear stretch film. The stretch film process uses no heat or ovens and reduces costs by as much as 70 percent in materials and electrical consumption in comparison to conventional shrink film processes, the company reports. Bubble cushioning material can also be used in place of the foam layer.
203/421-4697 | www.canntec.com |
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DMG
The DW 800 Horizontal Bore, Glue, and Dowel machine from Delmac Machinery Group drills, glues and inserts dowels into rails for doors. The numerically controlled machine is equipped with a heavy-duty drill that blows compressed air to clear dust from the hole. Double clamps hold rails horizontally for edge drilling and doweling. The high-pressure glue injection system provides an electronically metered amount of glue with no drips. The machine has an extendable support fence for long rails up to 48 inches in length.
336/854-1211 | www.delmac.com |
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NORTH SAFETY
The new NorthFlex NFDS16 C5 Dyneema Sleeve from North Safety Products provides cut level 5 protection. The sleeve is form fitting to keep out of the way and tear resistant to reduce snag hazards. It is made of a Dyneema/fiberglass blend that vents hear to remain cool to the touch. The sleeve is gray and can be dry-cleaned.
888/422-3798 | www.northsafety.com |
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WINDOWMAKER
Windowmaker OnDemand is a Web-based software solution from Windowmaker Software Ltd that provides full access to the company’s Windowseller program from any internet-enabled PC. The software contains all the features of Windowseller with easy order transfer into the existing system.
417/762-5299 | www.windowmaker.com/ondemand |
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TECHNO
The computer-controlled three-axis gantry router from Techno CNC Router Systems cuts according to instructions from a CNC programming package called Mastercam. The table has a positioning accuracy of +.1mm (+0.004) in a 300 mm and a repeatability of +0.01 mm. The anti-backlash ball screws permit play-free motion to produce circles accurate to the 0.0005-inch machine resolution, and make it possible to produce wood doors as accurate as the machine resolution.
516/328-3970 | www.technocnc.com |
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S+S
Designed for recycling processes, the new Spektrum BW entry-level grayscale sorter from S+S Inspection removes dark or light fractions from bulk materials in a fully automated process. When the machine identifies material that is too dark or too light, ejection nozzles activate to blow out the contaminant without any interruption to the material flow. The machine can handle throughputs of up to three tons per hour. The sorter is monitored and controlled remotely via a LAN from a central computer system that keeps track of input, output and reject quantities. The sorter can be upgraded at any point to the full color sorting capability.
770/493-9332 | www.sesotec.com |
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RUVO
The 9808A Hinge & Strike Jamb Mortising Machine from Ruvo Manufacturing will mortise for two, three, or four hinges and will cut for the strike hole and rectangular faceplate, with only one operator. The hinge jamb is clamped in place, the first hinge is routed and then the jamb is automatically advanced to the next hinge location. While this is taking place, the operator places the strike jamb against the left or right hand stops, and manually follows a designated template cutting the strike hole and face plate. Templates are easy to replace for various size and shape plates, the company notes. The machine works with split or flat jambs, and with or without applied stops. Designed for exterior door applications, the unit is adjustable for length and width of jambs, location and number of hinges, size of hinges, size of strike hole and face plate.
800/568-7423 x133 | www.triadruvo.com |
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HIGHMARK DIGITAL
The One-Cut system provides a simplified, 3-step door fit system within existing jambs. Interior and exterior doors are measured, cut and fit within minutes, the company reports. The system includes a door imaging system, custom door machining center and software to ensure the final fit is accurate within 1/64th of an inch. The door imaging system accounts for any variances in the doorjamb, hinges and hardware by digitally capturing the structural components of the existing frame. It works with single, double and bypass doors, and can be implemented for most residential and commercial applications.
650/965-4321 | www.highmarkdigital.com |
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DOW
The broken glass stabilizer from Dow uses fast-curing, spray-on polymeric foam to secure broken glass in windows almost immediately. Users can fuse broken glass into a safe panel, patch window holes with a weather-tight seal and trap glass shards into a manageable solid, the company reports. The foam cures within one minute of application and secures all window breaks, from small cracks to glass completely missing. The kit is suitable for homeowners for glass clean up until permanent repair can be made. No air compressor is required. The BGS 24 kit will secure two 3-feet by 4-feet windows.
800/232-2436 | www.dow.com
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WOODWARE
New graphical point-and-click modules of the WoodWare System are available in its new Version 6, especially designed for companies that pre-hang doors and handle special order windows, doors, and other millwork products. A configured order entry module allows for point-and-click selection of pictures and options for door units, window units, and other products. A Var-I-Frame configurator allows door pre-hangers to handle their entire interior and exterior door lines with roughly 4 percent the number of records compared to bill of materials or kitting software, the vendor reports. DataView document management solutions provide a paperless workflow environment for millwork companies. Storing and managing electronic documents provides information one click away for your office staff, and indexes all related documents together, whether it’s a scanned-in signed delivery ticket or notes on shop tickets, electronic documents straight out of WoodWare, or even a digital photograph of a delivery at an unmanned job site. WebConnect modules are browser-based web modules that allow customers and outside reps to get quotes, place orders, and do account inquiries on-line, also utilizing the configured order entry approach. Existing RF barcoding modules and a Windows-based warehouse management system are available as well.
901/763-3999 | www.woodwaresystems.com
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GED
The new line of SmartVinyl production equipment and software incorporates the lean manufacturing capabilities of i-3 Technology. The line is part of GED Integrated Solutions’ vision of a SmartPlant, integrating glass and vinyl production with LeanNet software solutions to help manufacturers gain control and eliminate confusion on the production floor. The new line features the SmartClean i-3, said to clean vinyl corners with up to 33 percent faster cycle times. The cleaner also incorporates a dynamic tool path system that takes measurements using a laser and automatically adjusts tool paths for higher quality cleaning.
330/963-5401 | www.gedusa.com |
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HAECO
The Versa-Glaze 1500 is a new wet glazing table suited for specialty shape frames or manufacturers looking for a lower-cost entry into liquid sealants. Introudced by Haeco at GlassBuild America, the machine utilizes linear servo controls to consistently provide a uniform bead of sealant as the operator slides the profile along the smooth-top table. The system is engineered for minimal installation requirements. Waste is nearly eliminated and clean up is simple, the manufacturer reports. The table’s standard size is 36 inches by 96 inches, and custom sizes are available.
800/852-3522 | www.haeco.com |
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ACCURATE
A CNC router from Accurate Tool & Die offers a new optional W axis with precise push through, ideal for patio doors up to 10 feet in height, the company reports. With a 3.25 HP motor, the machine is 261¼2 inches long, 35 inches wide and 83 inches high. Travel on the X-axis is available as an option, as is a fully automated guard enclosure. It features a Windows-based programming interface.
866/277-0255 | www.accuratetoolonline.com |
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SAW COMPANY
Upcut Saws from Pat Mooney Inc.’s The Saw Company quickly and accurately saw aluminum extrusions with a burr-free mirror finish. The saw is housed under the worktable and travels up through the piece, promoting safe operation, easy chip removal and a longer blade life, the company reports. Strong 5 horsepower to 7.5 horsepower drive systems enable maximum cutting force and chip removal, also extending the life of the saw blade between regrinds. Pneumatic clamping systems with adjustable clamping pressure prevent distortion of thin profiles. Full pneumatic control of the saw blade feed results in accurate cuts and a long blade life, while control of the saw blade travel allows for faster cycle times. The saw is available with a saw blade size of 18-inches by 1-inch bore and a table size of 261¼3 inches by 26 inches, or 20-inches by 1-inch bore and a 355¼8-inch by 355¼8-inch table.
800/323-7503 | www.patmooneysaws.com |
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GLASSTECH
The FCH2 architectural flat-glass tempering system from Glasstech Inc. is a gas-fired, forced-convection system that processes clear or coated glass, including hard- and soft-coated low-E glass. Under normal circumstances, the system can heat clear glass at a typical cycle time of 30 seconds per millimeter of thickness and high-performance, soft-coat low-E glass at a typical cycle time of 33 seconds per millimeter, the supplier reports. Reduced heating time provides for higher quality with less distortion, improves productivity, results in superior flatness and reduces processing cost. Gas-fired, forced-convection heating offers the lowest energy costs per square foot of glass processed and has been proven to be as much as 50 percent less expensive to operate than standard electric heaters, according to the company. Also, gas provides 25 percent shorter cycle times.
419/661-9500 | www.glasstech.com |
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SAW COMPANY
The Pro Pegasus DS mitre semi-automatic saw includes heavy-duty mechanisms and a 1 1/4-inch wide (from tooth to back of the blade) saw blade. From Pat Mooney Inc.—The Saw Company, the precision gear drive saw provides 40 percent greater beam strength than 1-inch wide blades, the company reports. An electronic display of the cutting angle assists operator setup. Semi-automatic operations include positive hydraulic cutting control, hydraulic clamping and auto return of the saw head after the cutting cycle. The swivel saw head mitre cuts up to 60 degrees both left and right, and easily rotates via a rack and pinion system. The machine base features solid construction with a locking cabinet, precision carbide blade guides with roller guides, and case hardened and ground helical gears. The saw’s inverter controls infinitely variable blade speeds, between 50 to 400 fpm.
800/323-7503 | www.patmooneysaws.com |
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BYTEWISE
The Profile360, which can be used in-line for vinyl window and door extrusions, provides automatic, high-speed, non-contact measurement for complex profiles. The system enables line operators to immediately observe and react to manufacturing problems, production managers to review historical run data, and quality control managers to better understand factors that cause variation, the supplier states. From Bytewise Measurement Systems, the equipment provides for quicker, less costly line start-ups, reduced scrap and improved customer satisfaction, according to the company.
706/323-5142 | www.bytewise.com |
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ANDERSEN
Andersen launches this week a new visualization tool for consumers to design custom wall plans using the company’s windows and doors. The WindowCentrics Wall Planner, found at http://andersenwindows.com/design, takes users through the process of computer-aided design with the simplicity of point-and-click technology. Consumers can choose a wall shape from 16 available templates, select from one of six families of windows and patio doors to use, and then drag-and-drop countless pre-designed window and door combinations or individual units onto the virtual wall space. Users can also personalize their designs by selecting window trim stain and color options, and adding color and texture to the wall. Ghost images of everyday household items like furniture, pets, people and plants are available to help demonstrate scale. With the ideal virtual wall created, buyers can create a PDF to share with contractors, architects or friends and family.
800/426-4261 | www.andersenwindows.com |
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STÜRTZ
The compact sash line from Stürtz Machinery Inc. can produce up to 900 welded and cleaned sash per shift with one operator in less than 1,200 square feet of space, the supplier reports. The line consists of two horizontal four-point sash welders—each automatically unloaded via a single tier belt system. Welded sash are transferred onto a twin tier buffer and transport table which separates the squares and feeds them into an infeed belt buffer. The buffer conveyor then feeds each square into an automated four-head pass through sash corner cleaner. The programmable, CNC machine cleans all four corners of the sash at the same time. Compact tooling arrangements allow for four-head cleaning on sash as small as 12 inches by 12 inches. The welders can be mounted on a common base and conveying systems are kept to a minimum length, which still allows for adequate buffering through the line.
440/248-4009 | www.sturtz.com |
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FRIEDMAN
Frontier version 2.2 features an updated user interface, and offers such additional functionality as advanced order-promising, scrap and rework processing, planned work order regeneration, order number expansion, and consolidated purchasing. From Friedman Corp., the supplier of ERP software for make-to-order manufacturers in the building industry, the new version also features improvements to the license distribution process and iProducts, its Web-based interface, is now fully integrated across all databases. The upgrade includes the addition of business unit security. Seven modules that were previously add-ons have been rolled into the new version, including: iDispatch, PCM Workbench, PCM Visualizer, Project Tracker, Service Manager, Configuration Data Layer, and Advanced Manufacturing Execution. Finally, the supplier notes, the code base of the program, RPG, has been completely migrated to RPG IV, enabling it to take significant future advantage of the capabilities of the IBM iSeries, its preferred platform.
847/948-7180 | www.friedmancorp.com |
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PROGRESSIVE
The CNC feed thru extrusion fabrication cell from Progressive Systems Inc. accommodates aluminum, vinyl, fiberglass and wood/composites and allows for vertical or horizontal fabrication. It features an automatic component loading walking beam magazine, automatic pusher grippers and a server pusher that operates at 2,000 inches per minute. The machine can trim, endmill, rout, punch and drill. It can handle one, two or four parts per cycle, and 16-foot input lengths (with capacity for longer lengths optional).
800/841-1392 | www.progressivesys.com |
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NORDSON
The AG-900+ modular dispensing applicator from Nordson is designed to apply high-performance materials in gasketing, sealing and bonding applications, including glazing operations. Ambient or heated configurations are available to support solid or formed application of material including silicones, urethanes, epoxies and butyls. It features large internal fluid passages and specialized seals, and manages high pressure and high temperature, up to 3,000 psi and 450°F, respectively. A zero-cavity feature is available and provides accurate material flow and positive shutoff to help eliminate clogs or dripping. The applicator has an automatic internal shutoff in the event of nozzle breakaway. The modular design offers configuration for a wide variety of applications and materials. The modules can be used independently or in combination with regulators, actuators or hose interfaces. The optional pressure regulator reduces pressure fluctuations to help maintain a consistent output rate.
800/683-2314 | www.nordson.com |
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NORFIELD
The 350H hinge routing station from Norfield allows a door and jamb to be routed simultaneously in a 30-second timeframe, the company reports. Designed for mid-sized door shops, it accepts hinges 31¼2 inches up to 5 inches in height, with a trouble-free, manual adjustment to change hinge sizes. The machine can handle doors from 6 feet, 8 inches up to 8 feet in height. An index bar with integrated stop system assists in accommodating different hinge patterns into the production line. A pneumatic system clamps and lifts the jamb into position, aligning it with the door. It is dust-collection ready, with single-point plumbing. Other options are a quick-change width index and second router for mortise radius changeovers.
800/824-6242 | www.norfield.com |
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CTD MACHINES
The DM200R 12-inch double-end trim cut-off saw, with optional lineal powerfeed for length, is new from CTD Machines Inc. The table powerfeed moves the right sawhead via an electric motor, and has hand controls for direction, speed and fine adjustments. A rapid mode handles quick movement from one dimension to another. It comes standard with 2 hp, 3-phase motors; a magnetic starter; power downfeed of sawheads with air filter, regulator and lubricator; two vertical inside air clamps and an 8-foot center cutting distance on the rails. Additional lengths are available. A table powerfeed with digital length readout is optional.
213/689-4455 | www.ctdsaw.com |
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CINCINNATI MILACRON
A new “plug and play” extrusion system from Cincinnati Milacron offers wood/fiber composite extruders a turnkey approach enabling quick market entry and rapid online production, the company reports. The system is capable of producing 1 to 2 metric tons of material per hour, with a simplified, easy to operate control system. It can be setup with single or multiple extrusion lines and has the capability to be scaled larger at a later date.
513/536-3303 | www.milacron.com |
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STEGHERR
The KSF-2E cross-joint milling machine from Stegherr is a special purpose unit with fully automatic positioning control, able to accommodate wood, aluminum or PVC grille bars. It can be provided with up to eight workstations. Options include end scribing of the grille components, cutting to length and drilling of fastening holes. Workstations can be mounted vertically or horizontally. Various calculating programs and graphic components enhance its operation.
(49-0) 9402-5010 | www.stegherr.net |
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