3D Printing for Manufacturers

Posted on: January 10th, 2012

3D printers are more affordable when developing prototypes of a new product, for manufacturers, or machines, for an OEM.

“Unlike conventional manufacturing, where products are often mass-produced overseas, 3D printing allows companies to print customized items when and where they’re needed, cutting the costs of materials and shipping goods like shoes from China to U.S. store shelves and then to outlets if they don’t sell. The technology, also called additive manufacturing, makes it possible to build products in remote places, such as outer space. NASA is looking at 3D printing as a possible means of creating replacement parts and tools on the International Space Station.”

See the 3D printer in action.

To read the entire Businessweek article click here.

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Hartfiel Will Be Closed Monday 1/2/12

Posted on: December 30th, 2011

Have a safe and happy New Year’s!

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Hartfiel will be closed Monday 12/26/11

Posted on: December 21st, 2011

Have a wonderful and safe holiday!

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Trio ARMS new Motion Coordinator

Posted on: November 7th, 2011

“Trio Motion has expanded its Motion Coordinator range with two new motion and machine controllers based on the latest 533MHz ARM11 processor – flexibly and economically providing new levels of multi-tasking servo or stepper control for high performance automation.” – www.motioncontrol.com

For more information about the new Trio Motion Coordinators please CLICK HERE.

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Large BIMBA In Stock Selection Available

Posted on: November 1st, 2011

Hartfiel now carries a large variety of BIMBA Cylinders IN STOCK.
*available in IA, NE, W. MO, OK, and TX

Click Here for a list of what we carry.

Short Lead Times and Quick Delivery!

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New Manufacturing Training Program | Right Skills Now

Posted on: October 28th, 2011

A new pilot program in Minnesota, focusing on addressing the shortage of skilled workers needed for manufacturing companies, officially launched October 27, 2011.

According to Manufacturing Institute, “This initiative, called Right Skills Now, is an acceleration of the NAM –Endorsed Manufacturing Skills Certification System, which includes nationally portable, industry-recognized certifications that are combined with for-credit education programs.”

The pilot program, currently available at Dunwoody College of Technology in Minneapolis and South Central College in Mankato, will initially focus on high-demand machining skills. The colleges worked with local manufacturers to develop a curriculum that would teach the skills necessary to operate current machinery. Students, in one semester, can come away with a Right Skill Now Certificate and begin work right away.

Check out one employer’s story below detailing how important this program is to the manufacturing sector.

For more information check out the “Right Skills Now” website.

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Just in Time for Halloween

Posted on: October 25th, 2011

A Japanese company, REAL-f, creates 3D replicas of human faces. For only $3,920 you can have a replica of your face made and for $780 you can have additional copies made. You could cause some real confusion at the next Halloween party.

Via Tech Crunch

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New Murr Manifold Module (MMM)

Posted on: October 5th, 2011

The new Murrelektronik Manifold Module (MMM) is a new and effective way to integrate MAC Valves into any Ethernet I/P network. MMM allows you to have a standalone node for a valve module where two standalone modules were previously needed to accomplish the same task. MMM incorporates a bus node and a valve module into one unit.

- Lower cost
- Additional Murr I/O no longer needed
- Wiring reduced by 30 connections for a 16 point module
- Takes up less space in a panel, on a machine, etc.
- Run power and an ethernet cable and you’re done

MMM is compatable with the followng MAC Valve series: 24, 42, 44, 46, 82, 92 and 93.

Please contact your Hartfiel salesperson for more information or call our main line at 952-974-2500.

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High School Inventors Impress

Posted on: September 8th, 2011

Take a moment to read through the list of High School Inventors. The projects they are working on or have completed are astounding for even an adult much less a high school age student.

Some of the inventions include:
Smartphone water-quality tester
Portable, solar-powered desalination unit
CO filtration system for car exhaust
Improved MRI contrast for more-accurate diagnoses
… and more.

Click on the link Popular Science to read about all the inventors.

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Magnetek Mobile Hydraulics | New Line

Posted on: September 8th, 2011

We are pleased to announce we have added Magnetek Mobile Hydraulics to our product offering for all territories.

“No matter what your radio remote control needs are, Magnetek can meet them with our Telemotive® and Enrange™ brand controls. Users benefit from increased productivity, enhanced safety and reduced maintenance costs.”

Check out Magnetek Product Offerings.

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