Datanomix and Hexagon announce agreement

Datanomix, maker of the Automated Production Intelligence software platform, has commenced a partnership with Hexagon to offer the solution to its global manufacturing customers. The companies will also begin a journey of joint development and integration of new data sources that visualise larger and larger segments of manufacturing processes, enabling business leaders to zero in on untapped layers of efficiency in their operations.As part of its reseller enablement program, Datanomix will train Hexagon’s customer-facing teams on selling, installing and supporting its offerings.
For further information www.datanomix.io

Vollmer sets date for VDays return

Vollmer’s VDays symposium will make a return on 18-20 April following an enforced Covid hiatus. The previous VDays event in 2019 hosted more than 450 guests over four days and the 2023 event promises to be even better.VDays will provide a full programme of technical presentations, product demonstrations, company tours, virtual reality applications, meetings with industry experts and networking in an environment of like-minded manufacturers. Spread over three days, attendees can learn all the latest insights on the sustainable and efficient sharpening of rotary tools and circular saws.
For further information www.vollmer-vdays.com

Bandsaws in stock at Dimakin

The UK branch of Dimakinrecently took delivery of yet another container filled with bandsaws ready to leave the door.

Dimakin says that it bandsawsare jam-packed with features, including dual mitres, variable speed, digital readouts and double vices.The company has a fully operational showroom in Coventry for potential customers who want to see the cut quality of the bandsaw before committing to purchase.

Dimakin prides itself on customers being 100% satisfied in thepurchase they are making, and that the machine is the exact one they require. By visiting a showroom with a comprehensive range available, visitors can move up or down the range when ‘testdriving’ the machines, assessing different capacities and features that suit their individual needs.

All bandsaw models are in stock, fully built, powered, and ready to use, including the BS-420-DM. This metal-cutting bandsaw is the largest in the current range of Dimakin bandsaws and is suitable for medium-to-large output fabrication workshops.

The compact and economical BS-420-DM offers manual or hydraulic descent and the capability to produce mitres up to 60° left, 45° right. With 27mm blade depth for precise cutting, the accompanying coolant system comes as standard to extend blade life.

The blade tension is fully adjustable. Users also benefit from blade tension gauge, cam locking device and material stop. The blade stops automatically upon finishing each cut.

In addition to its bandsaw stock, Dimakin also stocks roller tables. Both in-feeding and out-feeding roller tables are available, such as the RTO-3000, a 3 m outfeed roller tablecomplete with material stop for rapid and precise repeatability.
For further information www.dimakin.co.uk

Italian manufacturer opts for MEP bandsaw

Led by the necessity of innovating itself and increasing productivity through space optimisation and material handling, a turned-part specialist based in Vicenza recently approached MEP for a new bandsaw.

The company manages the cut of several materials such as stainless steel, aluminium, mild steel and brass. Specifically, the manufacturer needed to cut tubes (with a diameter between 12 and 20 mm) and chromed rounds (with a diameter between 25 and 35 mm) of 43 HRc hardness.

MEP recommendeditsShark 230-1 NC HS 5.0 automatic bandsaw as the solution to meet the customer’s request. Test cuts on round tubes and tempered steel showed the advantages of the sawing machine. The customer was particularly impressed with the cutting precision, speed and user interface, which allows operators to control cutting parameters in real time.

The Shark 230-1 NC HS 5.0 dual-column electrohydraulic automatic bandsaw is suitablefor 0° cuts on structural, stainless and alloy steels, solids and profiles. In addition to the automatic cycle, the machine can also operate in semi-automatic mode.The control allows users to store up to 100 cutting programs, each one with different quantities and lengths, minimising programming times.

Notably, a hydraulic cylinder on linear guides with preloaded ball-screw slides powers the saw-head motion,ensuringreduced mechanical vibration during cut.The automatic alignment of the front-blade guide head according to the dimensions of the bars awaiting cut reduces execution time. Furthermore, the vector inverter for infinitely variable blade speed from 15 to 100 m/min allows users to adjust bandsaw blade rotation according to the type of material.

MEP saws are available in the UK from ADS Precision.
For further information www.adsprecision.com

Keeping the craft going: American Metal Customs

American Metal Customs builds, modifies and services epic bikes and cars using a plethora of machines from Baileigh Industrial, including a BSV-24VS-V2 vertical bandsaw. The company’s owner Chris Bishop and lead builder and shop manager Josh Allison team up to exemplify the best in American craftsmanship.

“We love preserving the history of America in that hot-rod culture and the motorcycle culture that created what we do now, especially as builders,” explains Allison, who has become a social media star in the world of elite custom bikes.

“Working with Josh is always a fun ride and Baileigh is amazing in terms of helping him do his craft; helping him do it easier and better,” says Bishop. “They understandthat we want to build things the American way, with craftsmanship and with attention to detail. With Baileigh’s help and Josh’s skill, we take it to the next level.”

Allison is full of praise for the BaileighBSV-24VS-V2 vertical bandsaw, stating: “We have so many different features…we have this variable speed controller so you can set it for whatever blade we have in there; for whatever material we’re cutting. Everybody’s on this machine almost every single day.” Plus, Allison adds with a twinkle, “I won’t lie: people cut things they’re not supposed to and it and it still does its job.”

The BSV-24VS-V2 is the largest non-mitring vertical bandsaw in the Baileigh line up. The cast iron table can pivot left to right, while inverter-controlled variable speeds from 26 to 670 m/min allowusers to adjust the speed for cutting metal, plastic and wood. The DRO lets operators see the blade speed during cut.
For further information www.baileigh.com