Sweden, Germany and the United Kingdom have reached an agreement with BAE Systems to purchase 436 BvS10 all-terrain vehicles.The joint procurement, worth $760m, is in support of Arctic operations for the Collaborative All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV) programme.
“We‘re seeing increased interest from numerous countries for the extreme mobility capabilities offered by the BvS10 and its unarmoured sister vehicle, Beowulf,” says Tommy Gustafsson-Rask, managing director of BAE Systems Hägglunds, which manufactures the vehicles in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden.
For further information www.baesystems.com

Lantek, a specialist in software for the sheet-metal industry,has opened a direct sales office in Australia. Covering both Australia and New Zealand, Lantek’s new sales and support team is building on the over 20 years of success provided by its former Australian dealer, bringing its latest software developments to tube, structural steel and sheet-metal manufacturers.John Salisbury heads-up the operation, offering over 20 years of experience in the sheet-metal industry. His the objective is to deliver first-class sales and support to the over 180 Lantek users in the region.
For further information www.lantek.com

Dr Achim Feinauer is the new CEO at work-holding specialist Hainbuch. Feinauer knows the machine tool and automotive sectors inside out, having previously held positions at Ex-Cell-O, Stama and, most recently, Emag. Prior to entering industry he studied mechanical engineering and business administration, and holds a doctorate in high-speed milling. At Hainbuch, he will dedicate himself to internationally networked production processes in order to continue the path of profitable growth. He will further drive digitalisation and automation both internally and externally.
For further information www.hainbuch.com

Hypertherm Associates, a US-based manufacturer of industrial cutting products and software, has released a single-piece consumable cartridge and cutting torch for Hypertherm HPRXDplasma systems.The new HPR cartridge is for use with current HPRXD systems and, aside from the new torch, requires no changes to the system or system settings. Operators can replace both in seconds without the use of tools.

The cartridge replaces the traditional five-piece consumable stack-up with an aligned part that lasts longer and delivers extended high-definition cut quality. It makes consumable management and assembly much easier, and eliminates errors caused by incorrect handling or installation.

“We’re very excited to bring this new cartridge to market since it offers so many benefits to our HPR customers,” says Kristopher Rich, marketing director for HPRXD products. “It simplifies plasma cutting and training for fabricators, job shops and manufacturers struggling to fill open positions. At the same time, it makes cutting with one of our best-selling systems more efficient by nearly eliminating the high cost of downtime from consumable selection errors and reducing time spent on consumable management and change-outs.”

The HPR cartridge and torch are now available from authorised partners of Hypertherm technology brand products. The cartridge comes in three amperages – 80, 130 and 260 – for mild-steel cutting.

Hypertherm products, including Hypertherm plasma and OMAX waterjet systems, are suitable for companies around the world building ships, aircraft and railway cars; constructing steel buildings; fabricating heavy equipment; erecting wind turbines; and more.
For further information www.hyperthermassociates.com