Steel tube: Similar strength, different deformation behaviour

Similar tensile strength does not necessarily mean similar behaviour after fabrication, says Industrial Tube Manufacturing sales manager Jared Knapp. He says a comparative study by Industrial Tube provides a practical comparison of how normalised 4130 chromium-molybdenum tube and its dual-phase steel tube, UltraTube RS, behaved under welding and deformation conditions. “The tested materials had closelyContinueContinue reading “Steel tube: Similar strength, different deformation behaviour”

Weighing efficiency…

‘Smarter’ tank calibration: Steel and metalworking with Mettler Toledo’s IND360 and RapidCal Accurate weighing is fundamental to consistent production, product quality and cost control in steel fabrication and metalworking, making regular calibration essential, says Mettler Toledo business area manager for industrial weighing Alni Tatari. However, he says traditional calibration methods can be time-consuming, costly andContinueContinue reading “Weighing efficiency…”

Lorch Micormig delivers mobile welding with digital precision

Stainless steel fillet weld, welded with the MicorTwin process As manufacturing, fabrication and site-based engineering continue to place greater demands on productivity and weld consistency, mobile welding equipment is evolving beyond simply being compact and portable. Today’s systems are increasingly expected to support digital workflows, deliver consistent welding performance across a range of materials, andContinueContinue reading “Lorch Micormig delivers mobile welding with digital precision”

Modern fabrication…

Lero Laser builds capability for NZ manufacturers Lero Innovation Ltd says it has supported New Zealand’s manufacturing and engineering industries for more than 40 years, supplying machine tool technology backed by technical knowledge and service. From its headquarters in East Tamaki, the company works with fabricators, engineers and manufacturers across a range of applications. ManagingContinueContinue reading “Modern fabrication…”

Space Institute: local capability for advanced testing, ORBIT

The University of Auckland’s Te Pūnaha Ātea Space Institute is establishing capability in space engineering and advanced testing, supported by an ISO Class 7 cleanroom and environmental testing facilities including a 3D vibration table and a thermal vacuum chamber. Professor Guglielmo Aglietti, director of the institute, says the facility provides industry with a pathway fromContinueContinue reading “Space Institute: local capability for advanced testing, ORBIT”

ADVANCED STEELS DRIVE MORE EFFICIENT FABRICATION

Advanced high-strength steels (AHSS) have long been used in automotive manufacturing to reduce weight while maintaining structural performance and safety. Jared Knapp, sales manager at Industrial Tube Manufacturing, says the same material approach is now becoming more relevant across general fabrication. As manufacturers push for more efficient use of material in their designs, AHSS isContinueContinue reading “ADVANCED STEELS DRIVE MORE EFFICIENT FABRICATION”

Prototyping capability…

CNC manufacturer expands global reach with integrated services recision machining and rapid prototyping continue to play a critical role in industries where complex components, tight tolerances and speed and market demands are increasingly key. Zhuanxin Precision Co Ltd is positioning itself as a direct manufacturer focused on supporting that demand, with capability spanning prototyping throughContinueContinue reading “Prototyping capability…”

Abbott Insurance Brokers

The Engineers’ Combined Liability Scheme is an exclusive package designed for New Zealand’s professional engineers by Abbott Insurance Brokers, in partnership with national and international insurers and underwriters.

Digitalweld…

For over three decades, Auckland-based Digitalweld Ltd has supplied New Zealand’s industries with advanced welding technologies and “dependable technical support”. Founded in 1993 under the name Eutectic NZ Ltd, the company initially operated in partnership with the Messer Eutectic+Castolin Group. That partnership came to a close in 2005, marking a new chapter for the businessContinueContinue reading “Digitalweld…”

Intech Instruments Ltd

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Since 1986, Intech Instruments has been supporting New Zealand businesses with industrial instrumentation solutions.