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April 27th, 2011
Overview
Faztek is proud to have played a role in the construction of the Pentagon Memorial, built in remembrance of the lives lost at the Pentagon on September 11, 2001. A unique material handling solution was designed to assist construction workers involved with the project.
Problem/Application
Balfour Beatty Construction employees needed an efficient and cost-effective method of moving 184 precast memorial basins measuring 15.5’ x 2.0’ and weighing 7,000 lbs each. Ground...
April 27th, 2011
Overview
In order to accurately cut and machine panels for their customers, Faztek utilizes a programmable CNC panel router. A machine base, sold separately, was required to support the router before it could be operated properly.
Problem/Application
Faztek needed a cost-effective, yet sturdy machine base for this CNC router. Vibration and movement would be generated during operation, so the base must be able to handle these issues in addition to the weight of the router and...
April 27th, 2011
Overview
Machine Tool Companies produce standard machines for the industrial market. A machine base and safety guard, sold separately, was an option they were looking to offer in order to satisfy their customer’s requirements.
Problem/Application
These companies needed a cost-effective, yet sturdy frame to complete machines. Potential safety issues, as well as chip and coolant containment were a factor.
Solution
Faztek played a crucial role in the design of a...
April 27th, 2011
Overview
Bishop Dwenger is a high school in Fort Wayne, IN was looking for some assistance. When they needed a quick and easy way to set up and breakdown elaborate sets while looking presentable, they turned to Faztek for help. Backstage appearances are judged as well as performers. Aesthetics, lightweight, and portability are a must!
Problem/Application
Unsatisfied with the design and cost of previous show choir sets, Bishop Dwenger needed a way to easily transport these...
April 27th, 2011
Overview
Hilomast, LLC is a manufacturer of telescopic pneumatic masts for communications and military applications. When one of their customers needed a cost-effective and secure way of mounting equipment to the top of a vehicle, they turned to Faztek's Design Team for help.
Problem/Application
Unsatisfied with the design and cost of the previous pneumatic mast rack system, a company providing aerial photography needed a better solution to securely mount their equipment. All...
April 27th, 2011
Overview
Faztek has re-designed the traditional pneumatic tubing cart. This cart is constructed from T-Sloted aluminum extrusions, allowing for easy customization and modularity. As an alternative to the other steel units, Faztek’s aluminum frame provides a high strength, corrosion-resistant cart that will not rust, peel, or fade.
Problem/Application
Customers were looking for a cost-effective, yet sturdy cart to secure their spools of tubing. They needed a lightweight cart to...
Compact 9 Mm Mechanical Encoder Now Available
April 27th, 2011
CUI Inc announces a compact 9 mm addition to their ACZ series of flexible mechanical encoders. The 2-bit quadrature ACZ09 series encoder can be configured into over 1,000 different versions. The encoders have a rotational life of 30,000 cycles and are rugged, utilizing metal material where similar models would use plastic. This series is ideal in applications for audio, aircraft, medical, and test equipment.
Options for the ACZ09 series include detent, a push button, vertical or...
Logic Annual Open House And Technology Expo
April 20th, 2011
Logic is excited to announce the date of their annual open house and product expo - June 3rd, 2011 from 10am to 3pm at corporate headquarters - Kansas City! This year we are having our 30th Anniversary Celebration!
April 12th, 2011
Gone are the days with one eight hour manufacturing shift, many automated facilities today run production machines through the night with very few machine operators, making machine maintenance and repair a valuable operation. Kardex Remstar automated storage and retrieval systems increase production machine uptime by improving technician efficiency, increasing accountability and eliminating part shortages in maintenance operations.
Having maintenance and repair parts in stock and...
Ewon Enhances Its Free Remote Access Service
March 23rd, 2011
eWON, a leading European manufacturer of remote connectivity products for the automation market, has just released an enhanced version of its free instant Internet connectivity service.
This new service, called "Free+", allows an easy and seamless upgrade to the “Pro” version, with no local change in eWON configuration nor any disruption in eWON connections. A completely renewed PC client (eCatcher 3) interfaces both Free+ and Pro services. Clearly, remote machines or installations...