Thermo Fisher Scientific was awarded the R&D 100 Award for technological innovation. The Thermo Scientific Niton XL3t XRF analyzer has been one of the 100 most technologically significant products introduced into the marketplace during the past year. This is the third R&D 100 Award for the Niton series, with previous awards coming in 1995 and 2003. Since they were established in 1963, the awards have been presented annually to the 100 most innovative, new technical products and processes of the year. More than 50 judges are chosen among professional consultants, university faculty and industrial researchers. Contact Thermo Fisher Scientific at (800) 875-1578.
Methods Machine Tools Inc. is the exclusive importer of KIWA-Japan horizontal and vertical machining centers throughout North America. The new agreement combines high quality Japanese machining centers with Methods’ application expertise, service and support, according to Methods. The KIWA line of machining centers and spare parts will be available at each of the seven Methods Technology Centers and at Methods distributors located across the U.S., in addition to select Methods dealers in Canada and Mexico. Contact Methods Machine Tools at (978) 443-5388.
Kennametal Inc. has expanded its customer support hours. The new customer applications support operation is open Sunday from 6 p.m. through Friday at 7 p.m., plus 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Contact Kennametal by visiting www.kennametal.com.
On July 21 this year, Seco Tools Inc. moved its headquarters from Warren, Michigan, to its newly built facility in the Automation Alley Technology Park in Troy, Michigan, where it has also become a member of the Automation Alley consortium. A non-profit organization, the consortium drives growth and economic development in Southeast Michigan through a collaborative culture that focuses on workforce and business development initiatives.
The new facility houses executive management, product management, administrative, warehousing, distribution, marketing and sales functions, consisting of about 120 employees. Contact Seco Tools by visiting
www.secotools.com.
De-Sta-Co promoted Leo McAuliffe to president of automation. Prior to this appointment, Mr. McAuliffe served as the company’s director of business development for automation in Europe. As president, he will be responsible for managing the company’s global automation platform, which includes operations in Monroe, Connecticut, and Wheeling, Illinois, the North American sales force, the corporate marketing department and De-Sta-Co Brazil. Contact the company by visiting www.destaco.com.
Toyoda Machinery has announced that Yamazen will represent horizontal and vertical machining centers in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Tennessee. "We are excited to be partnered with Yamazen, such a well-known distributor in the Midwest," says Toyoda VP of sales, Dan Stapula. "It has the expertise to serve our existing customers and is positioned to help Toyoda grow its presence." Contact Toyoda at (847) 253-0340.
Hexagon Metrology has acquired Advanced Digital Measurement Works, LLC. The company was originally part of the Surveyor’s Service Company, also a Hexagon-owned company. Advanced Digital Measurement has a 17-year history of offering precision industrial measuring services, reverse engineering and inspection capabilities to many industries. The company uses the latest 3D measuring technologies such as laser trackers and portable arm CMMs. In today’s environment, companies may not have enough measurement professionals to accomplish their goals. So, according to Hexagon, its objective is to supply a staff that can augment a company’s existing capabilities when needed the most. Contact Hexagon by visiting www.hexagonmetrology.com.
Delcam has entered into a strategic partnership with Citizen Machinery to encourage the use of the company’s PartMaker SwissCAM software by Citizen customers. Delcam and Citizen Machinery have entered into a signed agreement to collaborate on both technical and marketing activities in support of Citizen’s customers worldwide. The software will be featured on Citizen’s machine tool displays at trade shows and open houses. Contact Delcam by visiting www.delcam.com.