Maxitec

Maxitec focuses on regular tool maintenance (4-Aug-2008)
Maxitec, a supplier of sheet metal machinery, recommends regular maintenance of tools and equipment. Sheet metal machinery operators often make the mistake of waiting until their tooling equipment is worn down completely before taking maintenance steps.

OEMB’s Tensol Origami folding machines available from Maxitec (21-Jul-2008)
Maxitec has introduced a new range of folding machines, Tensol Origami, manufactured by OEMB.

Maxitec appoints APC Integration as service agent for South Australia (18-Jul-2008)
Sheet metal machinery and software specialist, Maxitec, has appointed APC Integration as its official service agent for South Australia.

Maxitec launches new servo electric turret punch press (17-Jul-2008)
Maxitec has introduced a new compact, high-performance servo electric turret punch press, E5 Compact Express, with fully automated material handling capabilities.

Control Link Tool technology available from Maxitec (16-Jul-2008)
With the introduction of Control Link, seamless electronic management of the tools in Finn-Power turret punch presses has become simpler with a user-friendly Windows interface to replace the now outdated whiteboard. Available in Australia through Maxitec, the technology allows easy creation of all the tools outside the turret (the tool crib), the tool data can be imported directly from the NC Express programming software.

Sheetmetal machinery products from Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (8-Apr-2008)
Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies has witnessed at various times the occasional fabricator in Australia or New Zealand forced to sell during hard times.

Finn-Power X5 hydraulic turret punch press available from Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (18-Dec-2007)
The X5 has a robust O-frame of welded construction. The rigid machine frame and coordinate table construction permit high axis speed and acceleration. O-frame ensures perfect tool alignment when using full tonnage or nibbling processes.

Entry level machines for fabricators from Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (28-Nov-2007)
AST represents many brands and machines for entry level applications, with two examples being the Finn-Power X5 turret punch/press and the Teda Speedy compact press brakes.

FINN-POWER laser systems from Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (13-Nov-2007)
Sheet metal processing with laser cutters is fast becoming a more attractive proposition to fabrication shops.

Wila tooling systems available from Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (12-Nov-2007)
Many punches are available in four different heights with tall being 200mm, enabling the operator to take maximum advantage of the machines open height and stroke length. Many new standard dies are available in heights of 55mm and 100mm.

Enclosures from Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (24-Oct-2007)
Advance Sheetmetal Technologies has enclosures made to ISO standards that can be configured to any specific footprint or machine height because every installation is likely to be a unique one.

Combined plasma cutting and punching from Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (3-Sep-2007)
Sheetmetal machinery specialist Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (AST) has given fabricators in Australia and New Zealand an efficient new technology that combines plasma cutting and punching in the one unit, yet is affordable.

InspecVision imaging equipment available from Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (31-Jul-2007)
Manufacturing inspection and reverse engineering at a sheet metal company in Burnie, Tasmania, has been made far more accurate and efficient through recently installed imaging equipment.

Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies develops a series of swing beam folding machines (2-Jul-2007)
Sheet metal machinery specialist, Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies has brought to Australia and New Zealand a series of swing beam folding machines specifically developed to work quickly, efficiently and accurately on heavy gauge materials.

Alfing furnishes Pullmax CNC Punching machines with JETCAM Expert CADCAM software (14-Jun-2007)
After replacing an old punching machine with a new Pullmax Pullmatic 720 FCP punch press in 2005 Alfing decided to purchase JETCAM Expert, which was offered as the preferred programming system along with the machine tool by Pullmax.

ZÜND and JETCAM signs global software agreement (13-Jun-2007)
CADCAM and Nesting specialists JETCAM International has signed an agreement with ZÜND Systemtechnik AG, based in Switzerland whereby JETCAM expert will be offered with the ZÜND range of flatbed cutting machines.

JETCAM releases version 15.59.14 of its Expert CADCAM nesting software (12-Jun-2007)
JETCAM International has released JETCAM Expert 15.59.14 – its CADCAM and nesting software for all CNC punching and profiling machines.

Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies introduces Teda Speedy pressbrakes (30-May-2007)
For sheetmetal fabricators that require bending of small pieces, Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies has introduced Teda Speedy compact family of pressbrakes.

Advanced Sheetmetal technologies on Laser cutting and its benefits (3-May-2007)
According to Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, Laser cutting is gradually gaining its place in Australia and New Zealand. If adoption of this technology overseas is an indicator, as its fabricators grow their markets, it can expect more laser cutting technology to come into play.

Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies to participate at NMW (13-Apr-2007)
Sheet metal machinery specialist Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (AST) will again be part of the Austech section of NMW2007, but this time specifically with compact machinery to show smaller companies in the market that they are not being overlooked.

JetCAM Expert CADCAM software available with Finn-power (13-Apr-2007)
Fabricators using CNC punching equipment and laser machines in Australia and New Zealand will gain as standard the JetCAM Expert CADCAM software with any investment in Finn-power machines.

Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies with Prinzing machines (13-Apr-2007)
AST’s alliance with the Prinzing brand ensures that suppliers and fitters of metal ducting can access these machines which give a high return on investment through long lifespan and high accuracy production.

Advance Sheetmetal Technologies on 24/7 materials handling (22-Mar-2007)
In several circumstances, adding an extra shift per day to a manufacturing plant is often a sure fire indication that the business is growing to meet expanding market demands.

JETCAM trade events (19-Mar-2007)
Manufacturing companies will have a greater opportunity than ever to see the benefits of CADCAM automation and efficiency with JETCAM Expert around the world as JETCAM announced details of trade events that their products will be exhibited at.

Fabricators in Australia and NZ are adopting trends and technologies to achieve low volume, high mix ratios for production. (14-Mar-2007)
Automation and associated software specialist in Australia and New Zealand, Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (AST), has seen its local attitude change quite quickly from one of slight skepticism to a growing enthusiasm to embrace of this type of technology.

Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies on rising steel prices (28-Feb-2007)
Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies on rising steel prices: With the developing world driving such a powerful demand for steel, one expected development is that the price of this raw material will rise.

Blank sheet price rising steadily (30-Nov-2006)
Even though the price of a blank sheet in the competitive sheetmetal industry has risen steadily in recent quarters, the clever operators have found a simple way to benefit in changing economies.

Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies on production line safety (9-Nov-2006)
For good reason, management has always feared workplace injury. Not injury to themselves, but to their staff members who work on production lines.

Automation technology can fill skills gap identified by Australian Industry Group (9-Nov-2006)
Figures quoted recently by the Australian Industry Group (AIG) (in the first quarter of the 2007 fiscal year) on the manufacturing employment market look quite dire, but inside the fabrication plants of Australia a positive difference can definitely be made.

Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies introduces manual folding technology (26-Oct-2006)
Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (AST) has given the smaller fabricators in Australia and New Zealand a new manual folding technology that draws on various characteristic, that until now had only been found on automated units.  

Beading and flanging machines (12-Oct-2006)
Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies has introduced to Australia and New Zealand, a range of beading and flanging machines that will suit the high output requirements of many industries, particularly suppliers of pipe, ducting and panels to the roofing and air-conditioning sectors.

Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies releases a series of rounding machines from Prinzing (12-Oct-2006)
Automation specialist Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies has released to the Australia and New Zealand markets, a series of rounding machines from German manufacturer Prinzing.

Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies conducts first open house sessions (5-Oct-2006)
The Austech component of the recent National Manufacturing Week 2006 industry show not only brought together visitors from around Australia and New Zealand to Sydney, it also provided an opportunity for individual exhibitors to leverage this concentration of core visitors to the show. Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (AST) was able to hold the first of its ongoing open house sessions, where automation and machine tool technologies as well as the software that supports them are demonstrated in detail by experts.

Soaring JETCAM originally flew from Sydney (5-Oct-2006)
DUE to its recent expansion into providing a dedicated CAD/CAM software supply and support service to the sheetmetal industry, Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies is being incorrectly viewed as a new entrant into the software market.

Software integrateability changing fabrication environment (4-Oct-2006)
OVER the past 12 months, top-end brands in the automation software sector have become so integrateable that it now allows fabricators of any size to make the leap into the highest of industry technologies.

Continuous card guide tool (4-Oct-2006)
MATE Precision Tooling simplifies producing card guides in electronic assemblies with its new Continuous Card Guide Tool. Any length card guide now can be fabricated, eliminating the need for multiple tools and secondary operations.

JETCAM celebrates 20th anniversary in 2006 (28-Sep-2006)
JETCAM, an Australian conceived and developed software recognised internationally, has not only survived 20 years, but has become a major brand name in the global industry is testimony to the software development expertise and knowledge in Australia. JETCAM International is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2006

Automation software sector’s top-end brands integrate (28-Sep-2006)
Top-end brands in the automation software sector have over the last 12 months become so integrateable that it now allows fabricators of any size to make the leap into high industry technologies. According to sheetmetal automation specialist and software distributor, Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, the industry now finds itself at an interesting crossroad, where those companies are looking to take this step forward can affordably do so.

Integrateability of automation software (6-Sep-2006)
TOP-end brands in the automation software sector, over the past 12 months, have become so integrateable that fabricators of any size can make the leap into the highest of industry technologies.

Swift and flexible CNC punching machine (20-Jul-2006)
A NEW CNC punching machine, available through Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, can reduce standard manufacturing time, realise complex work pieces, and provide maximum exploitation of the tool loaded in the machine.

Parts inspection with reverse engineering (19-Jul-2006)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has introduced an extremely fast and accurate parts inspection and reverse engineering system. Unlike traditional options on the market, InspecVision uses powerful 3D software and an ultra-high resolution static camera to convert a single image of an object into millions of measurements.

Workpiece threading CNC punching machine (23-Jun-2006)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has released a Tecnology Italiana CNC punching machine claimed to be the first single-punch machine to allow the threading of workpieces. The Tecnumerik 30 C.S.M has a 'screw taps' change system with quick pneumatic blocking clutch and control of the threading force.

Sheetmetal bending and cutting machines (31-May-2006)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has gained the exclusive distributor licence in Australia New Zealand for the large range of Schroeder cutting and bending machines. A key competitive aspect to this quality range is its control software that allows very easy use for even the most non-technical operator or manager.

CNC punching machine with fast tool change (31-May-2006)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has released a range of CNC punching machines from Tecnology Italiana that allow tool changes in just three seconds. The Tecnotransfer 15 SR has 15 punching magazines with bi-directional research, and 15 tools which can be rotated from 0° to 360° on the C axes.

Shear Genius allows third shift in enclosure manufacturing (26-May-2006)
IN its 50th year of operation, progressive family-owned sheetmetal company B&R Enclosures has implemented a new FINN-POWER Shear Genius combination turret punch/shear to maintain growth and momentum in production.

Software consultancy for sheetmetal companies (13-Apr-2006)
MACHINE automation specialist Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies has increased its focus to provide companies in Australia and New Zealand with a specific consultancy on how to extract the most from their automation through the latest software and software applications.

Latest sheetmetal technology on show (3-Apr-2006)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies (AST) will be at Austech Stand 3303 with the company's largest equipment display ever shown at an exhibition during National Manufacturing Week 2006 at Sydney's Darling Harbour, from May 30 to June 2.

AST steels students for career in sheetmetal automation (24-Mar-2006)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies (AST) will use the NMW2006 show to place some of Sydney's top sheetmetal manufacture students into a simulated workplace environment. Two to three students from a different metropolitan TAFE college will undertake a challenge.

In situ demonstrations of sheetmetal automation (24-Mar-2006)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies (AST) will have its largest ever display at the Austech section of NMW2006 to allow visitors to actively participate in wide-ranging demonstrations across all equipment.

Acoustic covers for sheetmetal automation (10-Mar-2006)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has become the exclusive distributor in Australia and New Zealand of the In.Ecosistemi acoustic enclosures for sheetmetal fabrication machines. These enclosures, made to ISO standards, can be configured to any specific footprint or machine height.

Tooling system reduces setup time (7-Mar-2006)
THE Mate Xcel is a high performance, full-featured tooling system designed to reduce setup time, improve piece part quality and maximise productivity. For maximum flexibility, Mate Xcel components are compatible with existing conventional thin turret tooling inventory.

New compact sheetmetal machine (10-Feb-2006)
A leading producer of top-end products for the entertainment industry is demonstrating the significance of a new generation compact sheetmetal machine. Jands has replaced a nine year old standalone FINN-POWER punch/press unit with the new FINN-POWER C5 Compact Express.

Second generation bases success on automation (27-Jan-2006)
The acquisition of a family business by its next generation is generally characterised by a high failure rate. Yet the growth experienced by a successful Sydney sheetmetal company is evidence how current technologies can make the difference during transition.

Turret punch press works in a tight corner (16-Jan-2006)
FINN-POWER, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, has released a new 'Compact Express' turret punch press with very high production capacity and performance that can work perfectly within a 3m x 1500mm working range.

New FINN-POWER technology launch at EMO 2005 (28-Nov-2005)
FINN-POWER released several new technologies at the recent EMO industrial show in Germany. These are available in Australia and New Zealand through regional distributor, Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies.

Turret-press tools provide key to sheetmetal forming (19-Oct-2005)
SHEETMETAL fabricators are among the most likely companies to be immersed in a 24/7 operation with little or no warning. Such is the nature of the industry, overnight contract success is increasingly more common and often the effects are large enough to potentially strain existing output capacity if preparation has not been given due attention.

Simplified sheetmetal product design in Windows format (12-Oct-2005)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has obtained the distribution rights in Australia and New Zealand for the AutoPOL suite of software products - including the most recent introduction to the family, AutoPOL Bend Simulator for Windows. Bend Simulator for Windows accompanies AutoPOL Piper for Windows, AutoPOL Unfolder for Windows and AutoPOL Designer for Windows.

Tools for fabricating special part features (5-Oct-2005)
FABRICATORS in need of special assembly tools such as louvers, shearbuttons, tapping extrusions and others will find Mate Precision Tooling’s new immediate delivery stock service helpful in planning part projects. Forty of Mate's most popular Ultraform special assembly forming tools are now available through this service. Mate is represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies Pty Ltd.

Machine tool CAD/CAM software (23-Sep-2005)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies is now distributing a widely-integratable CAD/CAM software for punch/laser and plasma machines that handles geometry from almost all programs on a large variety of machines. Metalix-cncKad operates flawlessly if a business designs its parts using a Solid Modeler such as SolidWorks, SolidEdge or Inventor.

Virtual bend sequencing and bend simulation software (13-Sep-2005)
VBEND software from Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies facilitates both product development and testing in an offline environment, so as not to interfere with regular production. Therefore, VBend allows bend sequence calculation and 3D real-time simulation when already in the design stage of product development.

Sheetmetal components materials handling system (12-Sep-2005)
THE new Combo FMS from Finn-Power is an intermediate-level materials handling system positioned between the company's Flexible Manufacturing Cells and Night Train FMS systems. Distributed throughout Australia and New Zealand by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, Combo FMS is a compact solution for automating the manufacture of high-quality sheetmetal components.

Press brake has high speed with precision and flexibility (8-Sep-2005)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies supplies the new Gasparini X-press press brake range - an evolutionary step up from the company's existing PBS brake, with key performance factors added as a response to market demands. It uses Windows-based Delem control DA66W for excellent numerical programming, two-dimensional graphic capabilities and automatic calculation of bending sequence.

High-accuracy laser cutting centre (20-Jul-2005)
FINN-POWER, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, has released the L6 4000W laser cutting centre that uses a flying optics laser for maximum speeds, even in small notches or narrow contours.

Tool calibration system (7-Jul-2005)
MATE Precision Tooling, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, has released the Mate Pilot tool calibration system. It is designed to verify and restore the angular alignment of the punching stations of a turret press.

Turret punch presses work safely in corners (5-Jul-2005)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has released a 300kN adjustable turret punch press series for sheet metal fabrication. Finn-Power's C5 series has a fast servo hydraulic punching system tool indexing system and turret construction, automatic clamp setting and moving, easy sheet loading and unloading, a catch and carry work chute, powerful NC control and graphical user interface and indexable upforming.

New era of servo-driven bending automation (30-Jun-2005)
To meet a growing interest in new technologies, Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies recently conducted its inaugural annual FINN-POWER bending technology seminars that bring together many users of this rapidly advancing technology.

Compact press brake (27-Jun-2005)
GASPARINI, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, has released a compact press brake that provides speed, accuracy and safety when working with aluminium, mild steel or stainless steel. X-press 25 can handle sheet thicknesses ranging from 0.5mm to 4mm of mild steel and lengths up to 1250mm.

Sheetmetal bending machine (17-Jun-2005)
FINN-POWER, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, has released the Ebe Express Bender for sheetmetal bending and shaping applications. It uses servo controllers instead of hydraulic controllers.

Tooling holds threaded fasteners in sheet metal (7-Jun-2005)
MATE Precision Tooling, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, has released HexLock tooling, a system that fabricates forms that align with and hold hexagon head bolts. This fabricating option for punch presses provides a reliable and secure method of holding threaded fasteners in sheet metal for assembly.

Multiple function measuring device (30-May-2005)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has released the VersaGage device, replacing tape measures, calipers, height gauges, single-axis measurement tables and coordinate measuring machines.

Method of holding threaded fasteners in sheet metal (25-May-2005)
MATE Precision Tooling, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, has released HexLock Tooling, a reliable and secure method of holding threaded fasteners in sheet metal.

Accurate and safe compact press brake (19-May-2005)
A NEW, compact press brake developed by Gasparini provides the efficiency of speed, accuracy and safety when working with aluminium, mild steel or stainless steel. X-press 25, distributed in Australia and New Zealand by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, can handle sheet thicknesses from 0.5mm to 8mm.

High-speed press brake (9-May-2005)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has released the X-press110 press brake. It uses Windows-based Delem control DA66W for numerical programming and offers two-dimensional graphic capabilities as well as automatic calculation of bending sequence and blank development.

Tooling system For Trumpf presses (3-May-2005)
MATE Precision Tooling, represented by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, is introducing a new tooling system for Trumpf presses that combines the economy of conventional Trumpf style tooling with features that eliminate the need for alignment fixtures for tooling setup.

System creates bend lines in metal (20-Apr-2005)
MATE Precision Tooling, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, has released Easy Bend tooling, a system that creates bend lines in metal for easy hand bending. It is suitable for fabricated assemblies where conventional press brake forming techniques aren't practical.

Affordable laser cutting (3-Mar-2005)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has become a certified agent in Australia and New Zealand for Farley Laser Lab's plasma and oxy cutting systems, laser cutting systems, automated loading and unloading systems, and all laser welding and laser marking equipment.

19” racking cluster tooling (3-Mar-2005)
MATE Precision Tooling, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, has released 19-Inch Racking Cluster tooling. It fabricates mounting holes in electronic enclosures with a special feature that makes rack positioning fast and easy.

Metal grinding machines (2-Dec-2004)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has been appointed Australian distributer for the Kuhlmeyer range of belt grinding machines for metalworking industries.

Pitfalls of brand software (1-Dec-2004)
Behind what is perceived as the ideal software solution may well be a hidden trap for factory managers looking for shortcuts in running machine tools and other CNC equipment.

Flying optics laser cutting centre (19-Nov-2004)
FINN-Power, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, has released the 4kW L6 laser cutting centre. It uses a flying optics laser for maximum speeds, even in small notches or narrow contours.

Tool system for tapping sheetmetal (3-Nov-2004)
MATE Precision Tooling, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal, has released a tool system designed to produce threaded holes in all types of sheet metal in thick turret punch presses.

Die adjustment for press brakes (1-Oct-2004)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has released the Wila Multi-V-Matic, a system that all but eliminates the task of changing a lower die on a press brake.

Fast changeover of press brake tooling (25-Aug-2004)
FAST changeover of press brake tooling is possible with the WILA Modufix, distributed in Australia and New Zealand by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies. Operating with 'the button' - a quick change tooling that snaps in and out of the upper ram - the system works with WILA's hydraulic clamping arrangement.

High accuracy shears (18-Aug-2004)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has released the entire range of Gasparini CO series and COS LT series shears.

Surface grinder (18-Aug-2004)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has released the SAIM E-4/E-5 grinder. It grinds most punches, including the E station from Finn-Power, Amada & Widemann, Gioti, Trumpf and Strippit. It can also be used with Wilson and Mate devices.

Press brake antideflection system. (18-Aug-2004)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has released the Wila Moducrown antideflection system. It uses a system of graduated waves to quickly and accurately adjust the press brake's bed, particularly on Finn-Power machines.

Metal grinding and polishing machines (11-Aug-2004)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has been appointed exclusive distributor in Australia and New Zealand of the Kuhlmeyer range of belt grinding machines for the metalworking industries. Manufactured in Germany, the machines are supplied in many variations to suit applicaitons across these two markets.

Precision press brakes (21-Jun-2004)
GASPARINI, represented by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, has released PBS and PSG press brakes with high bending accuracy and a long life. The solidly welded structures give a high level of stability during production.

Linishing and polishing machines (31-May-2004)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has released the autopulit range of linishing and polishing machines. The E4 R series is capable of grinding, satin linishing, deburring, and polishing of many different components.

Sheetmetal equipment working demonstrations (28-May-2004)
SHEETMETAL machinery specialist Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (AST) makes a return to the Austech show at National Manufacturing Week 2004. As it has exclusive distribution agreements with some of the most respected global names in the business, AST is able to provide working demonstrations.

Loading and unloading robot (26-May-2004)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has released a robot loading and unloading systems for the Finn Power E series of automated workstations. It provides automatic loading and accurate, scratch-free stacking of components that are manufactured without microjoints.

Tooling system for Trumpf presses (18-May-2004)
MATE Precision Tooling has introduced a new tooling system for Trumpf presses with special features that increase tool life, facilitate fast tooling changes, and reduce tooling costs. The system is designed with interchangeable, highly abrasion and adhesion resistant punch inserts that install easily and quickly.

Turret punch presses (14-May-2004)
FINN-power, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, has released the C5 series of turret punch presses.

Carbon dioxide laser lenses (11-Feb-2004)
PEAK CO2 laser lenses from Mate Laser Technologies, available from Advanced Sheetmetal, enable high power lasers to operate at peak performance.

‘No obligation’ manufacturing system for SMEs (2-Feb-2004)
Ingo Bentrup, of Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, is finalising a deal to bring to Australia and New Zealand a new manufacturing system for SMEs that will provide software controlled production lines for a small rental fee and no ongoing costs.

Fast cornering without welding (30-Jan-2004)
CORNER forming machines now available in Australia and New Zealand are improving the quality of this process during panel fabrication while cutting down the time factor by eliminating dependence on welding and grinding.

Metal deburring and grinding machines (21-Jan-2004)
THREE metal deburring and grinding machines, with models for wet or dry operations, are now available from Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies. Butfering Steelmaster Speedy (a dry machine for small parts) and Butfering Steelmaster Prima available in wet and dry models (for larger parts) are easy to operate.

Turret saver forming guide (16-Jan-2004)
MATE Precision Tooling, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal, has introduced GapMax, the turret saver forming system guide, into its line of UltraForm tooling.

Nozzles safeguard lasers from spatter (4-Dec-2003)
BECAUSE the lenses on high powered CO2 laser cutting machines are prone to damage during the breakthrough phase on sheet metal or glass, Esse A. has developed a solution to safeguard this expensive consumable and extend its lifespan.

Thin turret tooling for punch presses (26-Nov-2003)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies has gained the licence in Australia and New Zealand to distribute the range of MATE thin turret tooling to fit Strippit punch presses.

Automated sheet metal bending machine (7-Nov-2003)
ROUND the clock operation in the sheet metal working industry has become as affordable for SMEs as it is for multinationals due to modular technology developed by FINN-POWER.

Software controlled press brakes (21-Aug-2003)
FINN-POWER press brakes (FPB), distributed in Australia and New Zealand by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies, are now available with Delem software control, with a standard industrial robot being the only requirement to upgrade the press brake into a bending cell.

Fast tool changes and set up times (24-Jul-2003)
HIGH traversing speeds and very fast tool change times are two of the many aspects of Finn-Power LP hydraulic/electric punching technology available to the sheet metal industry.

Fifteen years of shear technology (16-Jul-2003)
THE technology that integrated punching and shearing to take sheet metal workshops into a new era has marked its 15th year with the release of a new generation unit. Finn-Power's Shear Genius automates the entire material flow in sheet metal jobs, from material storage, loading and unloading, to scrap removal.

Sharpen machine tools safely (10-Jun-2003)
THE Vario Tool-Grinder from MATE eliminates two of the most common problems associated with the sharpening of punch-press machine tools: tool damage and difficult handling procedures. Vario Tool-Grinder has an optional laser beam operating below the grinding wheel.

Sheet metal laser cutting software (3-Jun-2003)
LASER cutting of intricate and small shapes is so demanding on sheet metal and other materials that software technology is often the one thing standing between a successful cut and wasted product, according to Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (ASMT).

Metal marker tool ensures traceability (23-May-2003)
SHEETMARKER tools from Mate Precision Tooling, permanently mark sheet metal parts with assembly codes, serial numbers, names and etchings. The tool is suitable for companies with quality programs requiring part traceability by marking parts with data .

Optical sensor betters lasers (20-May-2003)
A FABRICATED sheet parts inspection system capable of 250,000 sampled digital points per square inch uses a new technology, true vertical view (TVV) high density optical sensor, instead of conventional multi-camera or laser scanning.

Punch press/laser cutting machine (16-Apr-2003)
PUNCHING and laser cutting has been integrated by FINN-POWER in what is recognised as the company’s most technically advanced machine capable of extremely fast and accurate operation. Laser Brilliance, distributed by Advanced Sheetmetal Technologies (AST), has a 30-station, 30-ton punching system.

Hinge knuckle creation tool (3-Apr-2003)
MATE Precision Tooling's new Hinge Tooling creates hinge knuckles on fabricated metal enclosures and similar products with CNC punch press precision. By incorporating hinges into these products, the need for separate hinge components and assembly is eliminated.

Interlocking sheet metal components (4-Mar-2003)
SNAPLOCK tooling from Mate Precision Tooling, represented in Australia by Advanced Sheetmetal, creates fabricated assemblies efficiently and effectively, with CNC punch press precision. Designed for fabricating connecting joints in sheet metal without welding, SnapLock is a lance and form application.

Software for fine laser cutting (20-Feb-2003)
LASER cutting of intricate and small shapes is so demanding on sheet metal and other materials that software technology is often the one thing standing between a successful cut and wasted product. Software engineered to operate lasers has to be in tune with the performance tolerances of materials it is cutting.

Laser cutting lens with triple lifespan (14-Jan-2003)
ADVANCED Sheetmetal Technologies is the exclusive distributor in Australia and New Zealand of Ophir laser optic products including Duralens and 'Black Magic' Duralens laser focusing lenses, and other optics such as mirrors and output coupler.