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Wire Handling Roundup dynamic adjustment of the wire flow. “For large diameter wire, ranging from 0.625" to 1.75" (15.88 to 44.45 mm), a full range of power-driven uncoilers, either constant or variable speed, provide an efficient wire-handling method. These power-driven uncoiling machines enable a single person to feed the end of the coil to the production machine by the push of a button. The coil is monitored so that if a tangle occurs the uncoiler automatically stops the production machine. Sometimes getting the end of large diameter material to the next operation can pose special problems. “RMG’s DL3300 prefeeder lets the operator pull the end of a coil to the feed head using a chain. The wire is straightened and pushed towards a pointing device by the feed head. The wire is pointed ready to enter the drawbox. Ancillary products are available and include pointers, cutters, roll straighteners, etc. “RMG’s state-of-the-art integrated manufacturing facility includes CNC machining, welding, painting, sub-assembly and final assembly operations. We continue to develop solutions to help our customers keep a competitive edge. RMG products can be seen in operation in our demonstration showroom.” www.rmgfelm.com In-Line Wire Drawing Machines Roberto Gnecchi of Tecno Impianti Srl, Valgreghentino (LC), Italy, says, “Tecno Impianti Srl is the number one Europe-based supplier of in-line wire drawing machines. We manufacture many different models for wire diameters from 1.0 up to 35.0 mm. All our machine Models SKP are equipped with variable-speed drives, and the die-box is designed for working with either oil or powder lubricant. The wire drawers can also be designed for left-to-right wire flow applications and the bigger models can be equipped with a pre-straightening feed head for advancing the wire head to the cold header after the wire drawing process. “We also supply power-driven uncoilers for medium and big wires with pneumatic or hydraulic feed rolls according to the wire size. Our uncoiler Model AP can be equipped with a cutoff unit for eliminating eventual imperfections of the wire head and end or for preparing the wire for a welding operation before in-line wire drawing. “Part of our production range also includes feeding and pre-straightening machines for small and medium wires as well as wire pointers.” FTI www.tecnoimpianti-italy.com Inspect, Count, Package, Report Retina Vision Eddy Current Packaging M.O.R.E. Reporting Model 100 Series Laser Inspection Systems with Automated Bagger Integration and P1 Packaging Conveyor. Model 300 Series Vision Inspection System with Bulk Feed Hopper and P3 Packaging Conveyor for boxes, re-usable containers with ergonomically correct off-load height. 100% Certified, Zero-Defect Inspection Solutions featuring RETINA VISION for Lengths, Diameters, Threads, Hard/Soft, Head Cracks, Prevailing Torque, Surface Flaws; all statistically proven. Package right from the inspection system. M.O.R.E. Reports providing production data and efficiency numbers for today’s LEAN & Six Sigma environments. Remote Access for off-site support. Statistically proven, RETINA Reliable! Guaranteed Part Inspection Since 1987. December 2007/Fastener Technology International 43 http://www.rmgfelm.com http://www.tecnoimpianti-italy.com http://www.retinasystems.com http://www.retinasystems.com

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Fastener Technology International - December 2007/January 2008 Contents Editorial Calendar Industry News 5S – Turbocharged Lean House Cleaning: Principles and Practices for Creating an Efficient Workspace Corporate News Mechanical Properties – Part 7: Strength & Ductility in Bending FTI Technical Achievement Awards — Class of 2007 The Heat Treatment of Fasteners — Practice Melt Shop Provides More Efficient Titanium Wire & Rod Production Spotlight On Simulation Comparing Preparation and Calibration Techniques for Ultrasonic Bolt Tension Measurement – Part 2 Future-Oriented Testing Equipment Wire Handling Roundup What’s Happening at the IFI? Product Showcases Machinery Product Showcases Quality Education & Training in 2008 Fastener Focus Quality Checks on Retaining Rings: Your Recipe for Success Straight From The Show: NIFS/WEST Spotlight on Plastic Fasteners Competence in Stainless Steel Pick More Orders in Less Time With Slotting New Fastener, Drive Systems & Insert Join a Proven Product Line ASTM Update on Fastener Test Methods – The Bolt Doctor Column Advertisers’ Index Classified Advertisements Editorial Index

Fastener Technology International - December 2007/January 2008

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