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Faztek, LLC
6935 Lincoln Parkway
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
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Safety Component On-site Installation
Fort Wayne, IN (March 6th, 2014) - Faztek, LLC has recently added on-site installation services to serve all our customers. We understand how important time is in the manufacturing industry and that is why we are very excited to offer these new services to help bring Safety Guarding and Custom Designed products into your company efficiently. Offering on-site installation on all our standard and custom designed products provides a worry and hassle free experience, saving time directing labor back into your company projects. You can expect a skilled professional install completed in a orderly and timely manner. Once the installation is complete contact our On-Site Safety Support Service with any questions or concerns about the installation free of charge. At Faztek you can expect to work directly with “Us” the manufacture of your product needs on every process every time. For more information contact us at ...
When Innovative Ideas Become Reality
Fort Wayne, IN (February 7th, 2014) - Faztek is very excited to be apart (literally a part) of this innovative accomplishment by Fort Wayne's very own Aaron Makin. Aaron is a local Engineer who has made some major progress during this harsh winter in the Midwest by introducing a remote controlled snow blower the Snow Pro 2.0 using Faztek Aluminum T-Slotted Extrusions! The best is yet to come; Aaron drew a lot of attention with our local news outlet leading into some national coverage. Where does national coverage get you? The Discovery Channel, that’s where. Over the past week Aaron Makin was busy introducing his Snow Pro 2.0 to National Television. For more information on when Aaron’s project will air on the Discovery Channel stay tuned…. https://twitter.com/FaztekSafety Facebook: FaztekCreativeSafetyGuarding
Key Points To Focus On When Protecting Your Workforce....
Fort Wayne, IN (December 31st, 2013) - Key points to focus on when protecting your workforce.... 1. Safety systems are more important than ever...people are in too much of a hurry and accidents happen. 2. We need more understanding supervisors...line workers are on the machines everyday, their input should be taken into consideration. 3. We want to move from compliance to commitment...we need to be pro-active, not reactive to improving plant safety.
Ft. Wayne, IN (October 4th, 2013) - Faztek prides itself in being one of the fastest in the industry to ship you a fully assembled or sub-assembled project. Faztek can save you time and money by building the projects for you with the assembly service. Faztek also offers on-site installation services for those without the luxury of time to upgrade your plant safety. For more details, contact Faztek at sales@faztek.net or 260.482.7544.
Fort Wayne, IN (October 4th, 2013) - Faztek has been recognized for dedication and efforts of building relationships with other companies through great products and outstanding service. Faztek prides itself in working closely with their customers to provide the best solution to their Safety Guarding needs.
Fort Wayne, IN (March 29th, 2013) - Faztek has launched its own “Customizable” Steel Fencing, also know as Steel Guarding, that is cost effective, sized to your specifications, and EASY to assemble where others are labor intensive with little to no modifications. Faztek just launched the Steel Fencing / Steel Guarding product line this year and has already designed, built, and installed many projects across the country. Customers have been very pleased with the short lead-times, the factory direct customer service, and the cost savings. You no longer have to order “pre-determined” sizes…Faztek’s Steel Fencing is designed around your needs, NOT specific panel sizes determined by other manufacturers. Applications for this product are: Steel Guarding, Steel Fencing, Perimeter Guarding, Perimeter Fencing, Robotic Guarding, Robotic Fencing, Robotic Enclosures, Welding Cells, Safety Barriers, Conveyor Guard...
Fort Wayne, IN (March 29th, 2013) - Faztek hosted its very first Safety Summit in Grand Rapids, MI. It was a great success! The purpose of this summit was to bring people together in the manufacturing sector to educate them on the needs for improving plant safety. This summit covered the financial gains and pitfalls, the purpose of risk assessments, two OSHA categories covering Machine Guarding and PPE (Personal Protection Equipment), employee to employer involvement, and the flexibility of working with a supplier that encompasses all the above listed. Faztek has already seen the impact of improving plant safety through the relationships built at this summit. Faztek will continue to host Safety Summits in stragetic areas throughout the country. If you are interested in having a Safety Summit in your area, having Faztek visit for a vendor day and/or lunch & learn, or having a Sales Rep visit your facility please contact us at sales@faztek.net or at 260-482-7544. We look forward to working with you!
Faztek Now Manufactures Customizable Steel Guarding
Fort Wayne, IN (January 9th, 2013) - Faztek now manufactures “Customizable” Steel Guarding that is cost effective, sized to your specifications, and EASY to assemble where others are labor intensive with little to no modifications. You no longer have to order “pre-determined” sizes…Faztek’s Steel Guarding is designed around your needs, NOT specific panel sizes determined by other manufacturers. Applications: Robotic Guarding, Welding Cells, Safety Barriers, Conveyor Guards, Tool Cribs, Machine Guard Fencing, to name a few.
Factory Rep Available At A Moments Notice
Fort Wayne, IN (December 21st, 2012) - Work “Factory Direct” with Faztek to save time and money without losing the luxury of having a local rep when needed. Routine trips are made throughout the country virtually providing “local” support assisting in your Safety Guarding needs. Factory Rep available for: Reviewing Faztek Advantages Creating concept sketches for Faztek Designers Identifying & interchanging competitor materials Assisting in setting up a tool crib inventory Engineering meetings to discuss current projects For more information, contact the Sales Team at sales@faztek.net
Protect Your Assets By Improving Plant Safety
Fort Wayne, IN (December 21st, 2012) - “Protect Your Assets” Not having an accident doesn’t mean a shop is safe! The cost of safeguarding a machine more than outweighs the consequences of machine downtime, OSHA fines, litegation, medical bills, workman’s compensation, and most importantly injury to your employees. Even the most experienced machine operators get hurt everyday due to the lack of machine guarding. Here are some things to consider: •Is your company safety conscious? •Does your company have an active Safety program? •Are operators allowed to shut machines down for Safety issues? •Is Safety as important as production rates? •Has a Safety company assessed the risk of your machinery? For more information, go to www.faztek.net
Fort Wayne, IN (December 21st, 2012) - Faztek is a service oriented company designing and building machine enclosures, perimeter guards, safety fencing, robot cages, welding cells, tool cribs, etc… Faztek is a safety guarding company who works with manufacturers to improve their plant safety. Faztek works closely with Safety Managers, Plant Managers, Maintenance Managers, Operators, etc… to determine their needs as it relates to safety while keeping quality, production rates, and maintenance access in mind. Faztek then creates a custom designed safety guard in a 3d model and bill of materials free of charge. Faztek is the only manufacturer to offer T-Slotted Extrusions, Steel Fencing, and Electronic Safety to design and build machine guarding to satisfy your particular application needs.
Fort Wayne, IN (December 21st, 2012) - Faztek expands electronic safety options with Leuze safety area scanners. Category 3 Safety Rating! Applications: Stamping Presses Conveyors Welding Booths Automated Lines Robot Cells Transfer Equipment Assembly Machines Perimeter Guarding Features of the Safety Area Scanner: Scanning Angle: 190 degrees Unit Size: 140mm x 155mm x 135mm (w x h x d) Start/Restart Interlock Monitored Field Pair Changeover Warning Field Monitoring Horizontal Danger Zone Guarding Additional Alarm Output M12 Connection System Includes: Connecting/Operating Manual Other products, lengths, accessories available upon request.
Fort Wayne, IN (December 21st, 2012) - Faztek expands electronic safety options with safety interlock switches. Category 3 Safety Rating! Applications: Stamping Presses Conveyors Welding Booths Automated Lines Robot Cells Transfer Equipment Assembly Machines Perimeter Guarding Features of the safety interlock switches: Rugged Construction Tamper-Resistant Hardware Included Splashproof Design Hardware Included for Mounting “Positive-Break” NC Contacts - 1 NO / 2 NC contacts Additional blank hinge included Displacement angle: 4 degrees NC contacts opening / 13.5 degrees NO contacts closing Other products, lengths, accessories available upon request.
Pressure Sensitive Safety Mats
Fort Wayne, IN (December 21st, 2012) - Faztek expands electronic safety options with Pressure Sensitive Safety Mats. Category 3 Safety Rating! Applications: Stamping Presses Conveyors Welding Booths Automated Lines Robot Cells Transfer Equipment Assembly Machines Perimeter Guarding Features of the Safety Light Curtains: Switch Type: 4 wire pressure sensitive safety mat Function: Normally open, momentary action Voltage: 5 - 30 VAC or VDC Current: 500 milliamps max. Cable: One 22/4 AWG, 6 feet Cable location: Top left, Long Side Activation Force: ~ 15lbs Dielectric Resistance: 750 VAC - 1 minute Operating Temp: 0 to 122 F (-18 to 50 C) Environmental Rating: IP67 Other products, lengths, accessories available upon request.
Fort Wayne, IN (December 21st, 2012) - Faztek expands electronic safety options with Leuze safety light curtains. Category 4 Safety Rating! Applications: Stamping Presses Conveyors Welding Booths Automated Lines Robot Cells Transfer Equipment Assembly Machines Perimeter Guarding Features of the Safety Light Curtains: Beam Spacing: 14mm, 20mm, 30mm, 40mm, 90mm Detection Range: 6m to 20m (based on resolution) Unit Size: 30mm x 34mm Automatic Start/Restart Start/Restart Interlock Dynamic Contactor Monitoring 2 Transmission Channels LED Display 7-Segment Display M12 Connection System Includes: Mounting Brackets & Connecting/Operating Manual Other products, lengths, accessories available upon request.
Fort Wayne, IN (December 27th, 2011) - As safety should be #1 priority, floor space can become an issue as well. Faztek has launched a new option for the steel guarding product line. Faztek has expanded the steel guarding products by offering sliding doors. These sliding doors eliminate the additional floor space needed for swinging a door. These doors are designed with telescoping slides. These sliding doors are also designed without a header allowing for head space and material handling traffic. The Faztek steel guarding is ideal for applications consisting of perimeter fencing, robot guards, conveyor barriers, welding cells, tool cribs, etc...
Fort Wayne, IN (December 27th, 2011) - After 11 years of business, Faztek has evolved from the standard commodity T-Slotted Aluminum supplier into a Safety Guarding Services Company. We have expanded our products to offer something no else in this industry offers, 3 types of safety products. Steel Fencing, Electronic Safety Devices, and Custom T-Slotted Aluminum. Faztek works directly with customers providing safety solutions to help protect their employees, machines, and their company as a whole. The cost of safeguarding a machine more than outweighs the consequences of machine downtime, OSHA fines, litigation, medical bills, workman's compensation, and most importantly injury to your employees. Even the most experienced machine operators get hurt everyday due to lack of machine guarding. Not having an accident doesn't mean a facility is safe! Faztek recognizes that our primary mission is to provide our customers with...
Fort Wayne, IN (June 6th, 2011) - The Faz-timator is a user friendly quoting and competitor crossover program. Whether you have a Faztek part number or a part number of a competitor in the fractional T-Slotted Extrusion market you can get your net price on Faztek products. The Faz-timator will also give you descriptions and weights for each part. If extrusion and panel cuts and/or machining is necessary this program calculates those prices as well with a few extra steps. For more information on how to use this program or to get a copy contact our design department at design@faztek.net.
Fort Wayne, IN (June 6th, 2011) - Faztek is more than just an aluminum lumberyard. Faztek is a Creative Safety Guarding company working hand in hand with customers providing solutions to their problems. Faztek's "Solutions Vendor" mentallity goes way beyond just T-Slotted Aluminum Extrusions. Faztek product offering consists of T-Slotted Extrusions used to build machine enclosures, perimeter guards, ergonomic workstations & carts, Steel Guarding used to build robot guards, straight line fencing, tool cribs, and light curtains for a high tech solution used on stamping presses, assembly machines, etc... For more details on how Faztek can help provide you with a solution contact our design team at design@faztek.net.
Fort Wayne, IN (June 1st, 2011) - Faztek Takes Safety Guarding High Tech with "Riken Optic" Safety Light Curtains Category 4 Safety Rating! Whether you just need safety light curtains or you need safety light curtains integrated into hard guarding, Faztek Designers are ready to assist you! These safety lights feature a two component system that does not require a separate control box allowing the transmitter and receiver to be wired directly into the safety relay inside your control cabinet or PLC. Applications: Stamping Presses Conveyors Welding Booths Automated Lines Robot Cells Transfer Equipment Assembly Machines Perimeter Guarding Features of the Safety Light Curtains: No separate control box needed LED indication of light intensity for ease of alignment Protection heights from 12" to 50 Self checking control reliability Detection range up to 30 feet 15mm beam spacing ...
Fort Wayne, IN (June 1st, 2011) - Faztek specializes in the assembly of projects designed with T-Slotted Extrusions, Steel Guarding, or Safety Light Curtains. We come to your location, saving you time and resources. Our assembly technicians will install your project while you carry out your daily activities as usual. Quotes are provided FREE of charge! Send a sketch of your project to our Design Team and they will create a set of 3d drawings and bill of materials.
Faztek Usb Flashdrive Resource
Fort Wayne, IN (June 1st, 2011) - In keeping with the changing times of technology and the continual effort of "Go Green" Faztek now offers a convenient electronic catalog on a flash drive. This flashdrive contains the most update to date Faztek products and services. It also has CAD files and a quick reference pricing program. Contact the Faztek Sales Team for your copy at sales@faztek.net.
Fort Wayne, IN (June 1st, 2011) - 85% of all Faztek Extruded Aluminum projects are built using this Core Products Guide. Fazteks FREE Core Product Guide is a selection of the most commonly used T-Slot profiles and T-Slot components. These Core Products have been selected from the complete Faztek line of over 1000 T-Slot components and T-Slot profiles, making the design process for most Modular Framing System projects quick and easy. Learn more... Core Products! Fazteks Core Product Guide is a selection of the top 125 most commonly used T-Slotted extrusion USA profiles and t-slot components. These core products have been selected from the complete Faztek line of over 1000 t-slot components, making the design process for most projects quick and easy. Other T-Slotted Extrusion catalogs are large and cumbersome. Faztek makes it simple and saves you money! What are the benefits of choosing Faztek Core...
Faztek Lightweight Tslot Profiles
Fort Wayne, IN (June 1st, 2011) - You may be wasting money on unnecessary standard or heavy T-Slotted aluminum extrusion profiles! Did you know Faztek offers Lite and Ultra-Lite versions of the most popular profile sizes? These light, yet strong profiles are perfect for applications where heavy loads are not applied; such as door frames, light-duty carts and tables, various guarding applications and more. 1.5" x 1.5" Profiles: One of Fazteks most popular extrusion is the 1.5" x 1.5" Ultra-Lite profile. With nearly a 20% savings and 20% weight reduction over the standard profile, this product is a great way to keep costs and weight to a minimum. Take a look at these other popular light-weight profiles available in both smooth and grooved surfaces. 1.5" x 3.0" & 3.0" x 3.0" Profiles: Also available in both smooth and grooved profiles are Fazteks 1.5" x 3.0" and 3.0" x 3.0" T-Slotted aluminum extrusions....
Fort Wayne, IN (June 1st, 2011) - Faztek is doing its part in helping the environment. Efforts are on-going to be eco-friendly by working with customers, distributors, and vendors/suppliers towards the same common goal! Environmentally Friendly: Faztek has taken a number of steps to become eco-friendly * 100% of Fazteks products are recyclable! * Faztek has recycling bins for each product type being processed! * Aluminum, Steel, Rubber, Plastics, Cardboard, and Paper. * Faztek is using recycled aluminum to produce first class extrusions * Recycled aluminum has the same chemical composition and identical mechanical properties. Renewable Energy: Faztek works closely with wind and solar power companies offering great service and support to help fight against high commodity prices due to traditional methods. * Ergonomic carts for their employees to transport product across the facility. ...
Faztek Framecreator Design Software
Fort Wayne, IN (June 1st, 2011) - FrameCreator is the Solution To Your Modular Framing Needs FrameCreator design software was developed in 2002 as a FREE AutoCAD plug-in for designing your T-Slotted Extrusion projects. This software is one of the easiest and most accurate Modular Framing software programs in the market! In efforts towards continual improvement, Faztek has added new features with "Panel and Extrusion Tagging" Here are the highlighted features offered in the FrameCreator Design Software: * Complete Faztek Parts Library * Extrusion Tagging * Panel Tagging * Automated BOM Generator * View Thumbnails of Parts * Modify Profile Type, Length, & Machining * Design fraction projects w/ metric fasteners * Auto Updates for New Features * Dedicated FrameCreator Toolbar * Automated Drawing generator * Options to Include Panel Retaining Parts * Deflection Calculator * Automatically Includes Recommended Hardware into the Bill of Materials
Fort Wayne, IN (June 1st, 2011) - Faztek is your "Solutions" Vendor and prides itself in being one of the fastest in the industry to ship you a fully assembled or sub-assembled project! Quick, Accurate Shipments (We use trusted carriers to help reduce shipment damage)\ Fast, Responsive Customer Service (Over 75 years combined experience in the T-Slotted extrusion industry w/ a strong focus on quality and customer service)
Fort Wayne, IN (June 1st, 2011) - Though the economy has been tough on everyone in the past few years, some companies thrive. Faztek is already a leading manufacturer in building aluminum guards for machinery and has been continuously expanding since it was founded in 2001. Chief Operating Officer Aaron McDevitt says Faztek has increased its manufacturing space by 25 percent and has added three new machines, allowing it to continue to service the market quickly while experiencing record sales growth. Faztek, 5120 Investment Drive, started with five employees in 2001 and now has 17 full time; six have been hired in the past four years. When the company started, it had 2,800 square feet of manufacturing space; now it has 21,000 square feet, with an opportunity to expand further. At its start, Faztek served only the market for T-slot aluminum frame one type of guard for machinery. Now it's well on its way to beco...
Fort Wayne, IN (April 27th, 2011) - Faztek offers an alternative option to custom guarding with steel guarding. When customization isnt critical and budget constraints are a concern For use in facilities that requires steel like steel mills & foundries Looking for bold safety colors Wire panels (black) / Posts (safety yellow)
Fort Wayne, IN (April 27th, 2011) - Part#: 13CP0400 / 13CP0401 "Get the feel of traditional machine tool slides without the added costs" Faztek C-Rail is a simple and cost effective linear motion solution with high load capacity and corrosion resistance. Applications: Sliding Doors Part Shuttles Pick & Place Units Material Handling Units Much more ... Advantages: Cost Effective Lightweight Corrosion Resistant Clean Look Strong Design
Fort Wayne, IN (April 27th, 2011) - Faztek now offers an economical and boltless Framing System! Just pound the connector into the internally grooved Faz-Tube and the pieces virtually become one. Applications: Machine Enclosures Sliding Doors Mail Sorting Compartments Kiosks Display Units Safety Enclosures Much more ... Advantages: Cost Effective Lightweight Corrosion Resistant Boltless Assembly Strong Nylon Connectors Fast Assembly Clean Look
Fort Wayne, IN (April 27th, 2011) - Part#: 15FAC3891 (Hardware included) Faztek Introduces a New Fastener that is Truly Machiningless Ideal for connecting to extrusions at 90 degrees All fasteners included, along with a custom self-tapping screw No machining required! For use with 1.5" x 1.5" lite & heavy profiles Applications: Safety Guarding Machine Enclosures Workstations Ergonomic Carts Shelving Units Test Stands Much more ... Advantages: No Machining Required Very Strong Save Time All Hardware Included Modular Adjustability Easy to Install
Fort Wayne, IN (April 27th, 2011) - Overview A modular unit was needed to circulate and retain fluid when testing nozzles on industrial sprayers. Problem/Application A cart was needed to house these components in a central location allowing for easy movement and fast clean up. Solution Faztek designers worked closely with the customer to understand the entire scope of the project. With that, Faztek designed a cart with a cabinet built into it. The cabinet was built to house a water pump and water tank that a stainless steel tank/sink would drain into the pump. The water pump pumps fluid to nozzles on the top rail of the Faztek cabinet to test industrial sprayers. Conclusion After the assembly and installation of all the components, this fluid catch basin is complete and ready for use. The unit was tested and was proven to be a time saver for both testing and clean up, as well as a cost saver due to the capture of the fluid used in testing.
Fort Wayne, IN (April 27th, 2011) - Overview Dust covers designed and built over bottling conveyors to keep the falling debris out of the bottles. Problem/Application This company needed a cost-effective, yet sturdy solution to not only keep falling debris out of the bottles but also to design in a way that it was easy for the operators to clean. Solution Faztek played a crucial role in the design of a set of overhead dust covers spanning 4 bottling conveyors. These conveyors consisted of turns around corners as well as up to overhead sections. They also went under cat walks and modified to go around ductwork and conduit lines. Strong, but lightweight 1.5 x 1.5 T-Slotted aluminum extrusion profiles and Lexan/Polycarbonate panels accounted for the majority of the standard guarding package offered below, along with joining plates, corner brackets, & pivot hinges to hold it all together securely. Corner brackets ...
Hydraulic Power Unit Enclosure
Fort Wayne, IN (April 27th, 2011) - Overview Fazteks T-slotted aluminum framing system was put to the test in this custom hydraulic power unit enclosure project. Using Fazteks free design service, our Distributor was able to present a custom, cost-effective solution to a valued customer. Problem/Application An enclosure was needed to house an electrical control box, hydraulic power unit and a radio remote control. In addition to housing these components, keeping the system aesthetically pleasing and protecting it from the surrounding environment was also a top priority. Solution Faztek designed a custom hydraulic power unit enclosure using 1 x 1 T-Slotted aluminum extrusions and 3/16 black ABS plastic panels. Adjustable rails inside create mounting options for various components. Hinges along with a chrome locking door handle complete the project and allow access into the box. This entire unit was delivered...
Fort Wayne, IN (April 27th, 2011) - Overview This Oilfield Tubing Coater was designed and built to replace traditional coating machines. This apparatus is used to coat the inside of the oilfield tubing with special paints and/or coatings. Problem/Application The traditional style machines are slow, outdated drive systems, heavy, and bulky. Solution Faztek worked with their customer to design and build a new style Oilfield Tubing Coater. With Fazteks Free Design Assistance, we took sketches from their customer to create a working package to build from. Strong 1.5 x 3 T-Slotted aluminum extrusion profiles accounted for the majority of the standard automation package offered below, along with joining plates to hold it together securely. Heavy-duty floor mount base plates with height adjustment for uneven floors were used to provide a secure seat and could also be fastened to the floor if required. Conclusion...
Fort Wayne, IN (April 27th, 2011) - Overview X-Press Pal (tm) is a print and apply labeling automation system. It is designed to easily integrate with existing pick, pack, and ship lines to eliminate the time and labor associated with manual manifesting, labeling and shipping operations. Problem/Application This company needed a cost-effective, yet sturdy frame to complete the design of this machine. They were looking for more automation to offer a greater time savings. Solution Faztek worked together in the design of this machine. Strong 1.5 x 1.5 and 1.5 x 3 T-Slotted Aluminum Extrusion profiles accounted for most of the standard automation package offered below, along with joining plates, corner gussets and anchor fasteners to hold it together securely. Heavy-duty floor mounts were used to provide a secure seat on the conveyor. This unit also includes an in-line scale, print and apply applicator, barcode...
Fort Wayne, IN (April 27th, 2011) - Overview This cart was integrated with pivoting components to create a user friendly mobile gaging system. Problem/Application Traditional measuring systems were not ergonomic or user friendly. There was also a need for mobility to save material handling time by taking the cart to the product. Solution Faztek worked with their customer to design and build this moblie gaging system. Strong 1.5 x 3.0 and 3 x 3 T-Slotted aluminum extrusion profiles accounted for the majority of the standard package offered below, along with joining plates to hold it all together securely. Heavy-duty base plates with polyurethane casters were used to provide a smooth cushion on a shop floor. Conclusion After building this cart and adding the neccesary gaging components, it was apparent the design of this cart provided a perfect solution to their measuring needs. This unit has saved time i...
Fort Wayne, IN (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 conditions and concrete footings posed a challenge, preventing the use of traditional machinery to position the basins. Solution Faztek designed a heavy duty material cart, capable of transporting these basins around the construction site safely and efficiently. Shown here is the cart being used on site. Due to the large size of this project, the cart was sub-assembled in two separate sections to allow for s...
Fort Wayne, IN (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 panels being machined. Solution Faztek engineered a heavy duty machine base, custom-designed for a perfect fit. Strong 3 x 3 T-Slotted aluminum extrusion profiles account for the majority of the base, along with joining plates to hold it together securely. Heavy-duty floor mount base plates were used to provide a secure seat and could also be fastened to the floor if required. Conclusion After install...
Fort Wayne, IN (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 customers 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 seamless integration into both machines. Strong 3 x 3 T-Slotted aluminum extrusion profiles accounted for most of the standard automation package offered below to the left, along with joining plates to hold it together securely. Heavy-duty floor mount base plates with height adjustment for uneven floors were used to provide a secure seat and could also be fastened to the floor if necessary. The machine guard to the ...
Fort Wayne, IN (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 sets to and from venues. These sets also needed to have flexibility during set up and breakdown. Solution After reviewing the specifications of this project, Faztek was able to provide a modular set sturdy enough to hold backdrops, but still fold down enough to put back in the travel trailer. The clear anodize finish provided a nice, clean appearance. The lighweight material and large casters makes it easy to...
Fort Wayne, IN (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 T-Slot Components would also have to withstand conditions of the outdoor environment. Solution After reviewing the specifications of this project, Faztek was able to provide a modular rack capable of supporting the mast and other types of equipment. The clear anodize finish of Fazteks aluminum t-slot components provided a weather-resistant unit offering years of reliable service. James Brown, Engineerin...
Fort Wayne, IN (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, Fazteks 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 easily move from work area to work area. Solution Faztek designed and built a rigid, but lightweight pneumatic tubing cart from T-Slotted aluminum extrusion profiles. This design does not sacrifice quality or strength over the traditional design shown below. A set of 4 swivel and a set of 4 rigid casters were used to provide maximum performance, as well as having two brakes to secure the unit in place. ...