Continental shifts gears with Stratasys

Continental AG’s Additive Design and Manufacturing (ADaM) Competence Centre is now home to an industrial-grade FDM-based Stratasys Fortus 450mc 3D printer.

The Fortus 450mc manufactures final production parts, prototypes and – most notably – jigs and fixtures for the company’s own production line machinery.

Stefan Kammann, head of samples and mechanical solutions, Continental Engineering Services, says: “The Fortus 450mc is a great addition to our portfolio, as it enables the team to access highly specialised materials that allow us to meet the requirements of demanding production applications on the factory floor. In fact, it’s the only 3D printer we have that is capable of creating ESD-compliant production parts in very little time.”

For further information www.stratasys.com

Measurement conference next month

Test and measurement specialist HBK is counting down to its virtual ‘Product Physics Conference’, taking place on 13-15 October.

The HBK Product Physics Conference will bring together international users and partners to learn more about how leaders of the global test and measurement community overcome their challenges. A wide range of topics will be covered, including data insight, strain measurement, and sound and vibration analysis. Attendees at this free, user-centric online event can also join interactive discussion panels, dedicated networking areas and presentations.

For further information https://is.gd/ogoroq

Machine-tool parts catalogue

By releasing a new edition of its Precision Machine Components catalogue, NSK is providing existing and potential customers with an up-to-date overview of its linear guide, ball screw and monocarrier portfolio.

At more than 700 pages in length, the publication also acts as a manufacturer-neutral guide to selecting and calculating the service life of linear components for machine or equipment-building applications. A printed version can be ordered from NSK, or an online download is available from the web link below.

For further information https://is.gd/utoxun

Mate Precision changes name

Mate Precision Tooling, a specialist in sheet-metal fabrication products and solutions, is changing its corporate name to Mate Precision Technologies.

The change reflects the company’s broader commitment to metalworking, and use of its expertise to drive innovations that shape the future of factory productivity. Firmly committed to its existing product lines, the name change allows for Mate’s expansion into the metal cutting and machining industry with the release of a major new product line in 2021. The new name became effective from 1 September 2020.

For further information www.mate.com

Fein simplifies product range

Power tools and accessories manufacturer Fein has simplified its product range, grouping its multi-tools together to form one new MultiMaster family.

The MultiMaster 300, 500 and 700 series, formerly known as the MultiTalent, MultiMaster and SuperCut, will now form a single family of multi-tools.

Each product will be available as both cordless and mains-powered options. The MultiMaster family is compatible with a total of 180 accessories, enabling end users to complete a range of jobs with just one tool.

Starting prices for the new MultiMaster 300, 500 and 700 series are £135, £150 and £210 respectively.
For further information www.fein.com/en_uk