Category Archives: Workshop

Kaeser Compressors has announced the launch of the DN 37 C XL booster. Part of the powerful, energy efficient and turnkey DN C series of boosters, this new model has been designed for applications such as PET bottle production, process air applications andnitrogen generation, that require high air demand up to 25 bar.

Irving Tooling Solutions (ITS) was started by Jonathan Irving 19 years ago and through that time the company has “built a reputation for bringing experienced know-how to machine shops in the cutting tool game”.

Well lubricated gears mean cranes can perform efficiently, with considerably reduced wear and tear over time. To keep crane oil at optimum levels and to integrate oil changes efficiently into maintenance schedules, Konecranes is introducing its new oil analysis service to Australasia and the Asia-Pacific.

One-third of manufacturers say they will accelerate investments into automation tools, according to a recent survey. But how will this apply to the difficult business of machining composite materials? Here, Aaron Howcroft, global product manager at Sandvik Coromant explains how its own CoroDrill 863-O cutting tool could help manufacturers rethink their approach to machining composites – thanks to chemical vapor deposition (CVD) technology.

Sometimes you need the power of the workshop with you, on site. So, when looking for a power solution for his small quarry operation producing quality sand for New Zealand infrastructure, Gary Tetzlaff, director of Mercer Sands, went on the recommendation of his electrician and hired a Cat generator.

Kaeser Compressors has assisted radiator specialist Trevor French Radiators in reducing its electricity costs by 50%. This has been achieved by replacing an ageing compressor with an energy efficient all-in-one compressed air station.