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A PEDDINGHAUS PUBLICATION FOR FABRICATORS MAKING TODAY’S SKYLINE POSSIBLE Peddinghaus Makes an Impact at Austech 2013 – Melbourne, Australia PAGE 6 The All New HSFDB-C Plate Processor PAGE 12 Peddinghaus Performs in Mexico PAGE 14 Discover Peddinghaus Latin America PAGE 15 Regional Spotlight: Magnum – Yekaterinburg, Russia PAGE 16 Peddinghaus Shows Support in India PAGE 17 Raptor Software Update PAGE 18 Welcome to IMPACT Machinery – New Australia/New Zealand Dealer PAGE 20 Getting to Know Andy Fritz – Checkout Supervisor PAGE 22 Join Peddinghaus for FABTECH 2013 in Chicago PAGE 24 VOLUME 44 | AUTUMN 2013 Sigper Opportunity Knocks PAGE 7 Herkal Steel Expanding the Boundaries of Steel Fabrication PAGE 10 Fought and Company Bridgetown’s Best PAGE 4

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Page 1: Steel Fab Review - Volume 44 - AUTUMN 2013

A PEDDINGHAUS PUBLICATION FOR FABRICATORS MAKING TODAY’S SKYLINE POSSIBLE

Peddinghaus Makes an Impact at Austech 2013 – Melbourne, Australia PAGE 6

The All New HSFDB-C Plate Processor PAGE 12

Peddinghaus Performs in Mexico PAGE 14

Discover Peddinghaus Latin America PAGE 15

Regional Spotlight: Magnum – Yekaterinburg, Russia PAGE 16

Peddinghaus Shows Support in India PAGE 17

Raptor Software Update PAGE 18

Welcome to IMPACT Machinery – New Australia/New Zealand Dealer PAGE 20

Getting to Know Andy Fritz – Checkout Supervisor PAGE 22

Join Peddinghaus for FABTECH 2013 in Chicago PAGE 24

V O L U M E 4 4 | A U T U M N 2 0 1 3

Sigper

Opportunity KnocksPAGE 7

Herkal Steel

Expanding the Boundariesof Steel FabricationPAGE 10

Fought andCompany

Bridgetown’s BestPAGE 4

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F R O M T H E E D I T O R2 STEEL FABRICATORS’ REVIEW AUTUMN 2013

It’s Our People Who Make The Difference

Without sounding too egotistical, here’s the story… I’ve served Peddinghaus for 32 years in many capacities ranging from Inside Sales to Service to Marketing and Administration. In those years, I’velearned much about the culture and philosophy of Peddinghaus Corporation and the Peddinghaus family of employees.

I have been lucky enough to work closely with the third and fourth generation of the Peddinghaus family, and have grown to truly appreciate the values of working in a family owned company.

As Chief Spiritual Officer, it is my responsibility to educate and mentor the next generation ofPeddinghaus employees. We all read about “Millennials” and “Generation X and Y” – the next level ofemployees entering the workplace. We need the best of the best for Peddinghaus’ Future.

Insuring That The Future and The Past Come TogetherMy task is to insure that this next generation of Peddinghaus employees, truly understands the tradition,history, and values of our company. I need to smoothly blend the creativity and enthusiasm of this nextgeneration of employees with the established Peddinghaus culture and philosophy of service.

The past and the future of Peddinghaus come together – to insure our customers have the best productsand the best customer service and support in the industry.

Goal: Assure That Peddinghaus Serves Our Industry Today & TomorrowIn the words of Dr. Ken Blanchard, (The One Minute Manager), and C.S.O. of his own firm, theChief Spiritual is “responsible for working in the Vision, Values, and Energy part of our business… I am the constant reminder of why we are all here, and what we’re trying to do, now and in the future.”

Yep, I’ve got the Peddinghaus Spirit – I hope you do too.

PeddiCafe: Another Reason to Visit Peddinghaus!We have designated every Thursday as “Customer Day” at Peddinghaus.As you know, our people love to have guests visit us in Bradley to experi-ence our equipment in operation, exchange ideas, and “talk shop”. Wewant our customers to understand the true depth of our organization.

We created the PeddiCafe so our customers can enjoy superb dining dur-ing a visit to our facility. Our Chef, Marc Magiera, has an enviable resumeas top Chef at Chicago’s finest restaurants including Gibson’s and Ambria.Our recent guests raved about the PeddiCafe “dining experience”.

Join us for a machine tool/dining adventure that is simply unmatched byany other firm in the world.

What is a “Chief Spiritual Officer”?I am pleased to inform our SFRreaders that I have received a promotion to the position of “ChiefSpiritual Officer” at PeddinghausCorporation. As this is a rather unique position, perhaps a bit of anexplanation is due.

The Chief Spiritual Officer of our organization is responsible for insuring that the culture/philosophy of Peddinghaus is practiced andunderstood by the employees withinour firm. This includes Peddinghaus’dedication to quality machine tools,superior customer service, serving our industry, our community,and our employees.

Lyle Menke

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It’s hard to believe that we are

entering the last few months of

2013. Time waits for no one,

so let’s get going!

Automated Plate Beveling Meets the 21st Century

Our HSFDB plate processor has set the standard for efficient, labor-saving, high volume, plate production. Just ask our global customers in the manufacturing, fabrication, and service center industries. This machine has been the benchmark by which other plate machines are evaluated.

But our Engineers never rest. At FABTECH,Chicago, Peddinghaus will introduce our newHSFDB-C plate processing system with superbnew features:

• Automated bevel cutting using oxy-fuel andplasma

• 4"/100 mm plate thickness capacity• Advanced Hard stamping part identification

Factor in the ability to carbide drill, tap, countersink, slot & face mill; with effective thermal cut nests that reduces scrap to as little as 5% –and you have everything needed to win new customers and new contracts…while reducinglabor and overhead costs.

Experience the Future of Plate Fabrication atFABTECH, Chicago – I’ll personally greet youat our booth.

FABTECH – Our Booth Will Light Your Fire!It won’t be hard to find the Peddinghaus Boothat Chicago’s FABTECH Show in November. Weare creating a multi-machine “Structural SteelShowroom” in Booth #S945.

If automated plasma cutting of HSS tube,beams, angle or channel is your challenge; experience the Peddinghaus Ring of Fire plasma coper. The Ring does it all: qualityholes, miters, bevels, copes, cut off – all in onesolid machine tool.

Do you prefer to high speed drill,tap, slot mill, or countersink your beams, tubes, and

shapes? The Advantage 2drill line will be on display

to show you how it’s done properly.

Did you know that Peddinghaus is an

international leader in Band Saw technology?

We introduced “Speed Sawing” technology to the world.

Experience our cutting technology live and inperson during the show.

Robotic Welding meets structural steel fabrication in the Peddinghaus booth as well.You must witness the Steel Beam Assemblerwhich is transforming today’s structural shop.

No matter your industry – service center, fabricator, manufacturer – if you process anykind of structural steel shape or profile, flat bar or plate… you owe it to yourself, and your business to visit Peddinghaus atFABTECH Chicago.

We’re just down the main aisle from ourfriends at Trumpf, Amada, and Bystronic.

Raptor – What Customers are Saying:I’m sure you may be getting tired of hearing about our new 3D software, Raptor. But I must tell you that Raptor is soaring to new heights with our customers.

Don’t take my word, here’s what two of our current users have to say:

“Once our in-house detailers complete detailinga project, it just takes a click of a button andthe information from SDS/2 isplaced into a folder for our programmers to access. Once the files are in this folder we caneasily import the data into Raptor. In Raptorwe can pull up the part files, and quickly makeany adjustments for operation on the machine.For our Peddiwriter layout marking machine,scribe information – including weld symbols –are imported. The software is very, very easy to use.”

–Chance Doherty – Doherty Steel, Paola, Kansas

“Since the Peddinghaus drill line was our firstCNC machine there was an inherent learningcurve, but our programmers like the softwareand have quickly picked it up. I have two gentlemen who program for me, and make the actual programs for our machines in theoffice at Fought and Company. We eliminateprogramming atthe machine,and program all mult-part programs in ouroffice here on site and we drop those on themachine by wireless network connection. Oncethe operator knows what kind of material is onhis table he looks up the program, downloadsthe file directly to the control, and hits the gobutton. It's that simple.”

Terry Weir – Fought and Company, Tigard, Oregon

Raptor’s success required us to double the members of our advanced software department.Thus we have two new Raptor application specialists who are availableto inform and instruct.They are Megan Grant andMarija Spaic. Contact themfor an on-line demonstra-tion, phone consultation, ora meeting.

See you at FABTECH, Chicago!

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AUTUMN 2013 STEEL FABRICATORS’ REVIEW 3

FROM THE CEO

Anton PeddinghausBOOTH#S945

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For over 40 years Fought has fabricated heavystructural steel and bridges for the surroundingarea. Focusing on complex fabrications, Fought maintains a diverse portfolio of projectsincluding the canopy design of the PortlandInternational Airport, the retractable roof ofSafeco Field in Seattle, Washington, and the Sauvie Island Bridge – a bridge entirelyassembled and installed with the use of anocean-going barge!

Since their inception, Fought and Company hasrelied on technology to remain competitive. Dueto stellar maintenance practices, Fought has hadmuch of their equipment last longer than 30years. Although still very functional, fluctuationsin the market for structural steel postponedplanned upgrades to their production. Duringthe turbulent years of 2006-2008, Fought andCompany (like many others) had to makeadjustments to weather changes in business.

Upon the recovery of the market, however,Fought understood the need to modernize production, increase capacity, and decrease laborcosts using the latest technology.

After the Downturn – ModernizingFacilities to Compete in a DifferentMarketplace“We looked at upgrading our equipment for several reasons,” began Terry Weir, Director ofOperations for Fought & Company, “one beingthat our existing equipment had been in servicefor over thirty years, and to be competitivetoday that technology just wasn’t fast enough. It seems that once a job goes beyond the bidstage, and becomes reality, steel is needed immediately, and you just don’t have as muchtime to do it as you used to. We were looking at simplifying our processes, combining ourmethods and streamlining our shop.”

Terry and his team explored all options availablein today’s machine tool marketplace, but theyhad several requirements that had to be met:

Automation – All of their current equipment wasdriven by TV camera and NC operation. Themore automated for the future, the better forFought & Company.

Technology – The technology had to be the mostadvanced on the marketplace. Fought is a firmthat makes machines last, and for the equipmentto continue to pay dividends now and into thefuture, it has to be on the very cutting edge ofmodern design.

Quality – Beyond just the build of the machinery,back-up and support had to be available whenneeded. A machine that isn’t in operation justdoesn’t make money.

A Difficult Decision – What Technology isRight for THEIR Application? “Years ago, we had installed a Peddinghaus platemachine. It was a used FDB-600 plate machinethat drilled, and cut flat bar. It was a great

FOUGHT AND COMPANY – TIGARD, OREGON

Bridgetown’s Best

Terry Weir, Director of Operations at Fought & Company, with his Peddinghaus Advantage-2 and MultMaster.

Located in the Pacific Northwest United States, the Portland metropolitan area is nestled against the

Williamette and Columbia rivers. Near the base of the Cascade Mountain Range, the combination of clear

blue water and lush green mountain ranges provide breathtaking views for tourists, and opportunities

abound for fabricators such as Fought & Company - a structural steel and bridge fabricator located in

Tigard, Oregon.

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machine, it was built like a tank, and we usedthat machine for decades. With the good experi-ence we had with Peddinghaus, obviously wehad wanted to look again,” stated Terry abouttheir initial dealings with Peddinghaus, beforethe upgrade.

Fought and Company had a dilemma, however. No matter how much they admiredPeddinghaus’ American made quality, they had a concern over the measurement and nesting philosophies of the Advantage-2 Drillline and DG-1250 band saw.

This was due to the fact that the bulk of structural steel is purchased directly from themill, and Fought designs their production priorto detailing the structure sometimes. “Thismeans we know roughly what the programs will be beforehand, and we will buy specificlengths from the mill as opposed to warehousingdifferent stock lengths that don’t fit our production,” described Terry. When Fought purchases 50' long sections, they are never just50' long, they are 50' - 2" in length, or 50' - 4"in length. Fought was skeptical of the standardPeddinghaus method of measurement due totheir unique way of ordering steel and nestingprograms. Little did they know, Peddinghaus’engineering department was already working onan answer to their unique concern...

The MultMaster – A Unique Solution for aUnique Application“99% of the time our nesting approach andmeasurement design is the best solution forstructural steel fabricators. It is flexible, andadaptive to their needs. However, there is no‘one-size-fits-all’ solution in our world, and as a result, Peddinghaus has designed theMultMaster for specialty applications such asFought and Company’s installation” describesKen Coulter, Vice President of Engineering for Peddinghaus Corporation.

The MultMaster allows fabricators to change the arrangement of machinery, placing the drillbefore the saw in production. As parts passthrough the machine, they are drilled and sawedsequentially.

The MultMaster process is simple:

1. Material is advanced into the system, and theoperator engages the machine

2. The saw automatically creates a trim cut onthe leading end of the section

3. The machine then drills and saws partssequentially using the Roller Measurement system of the drill line until the material hasnearly exited the machine

4. Before the material exits the drill (whichwould result in the machine losing automatedmeasurement capabilities) the MultMaster islowered to conveyor and enters the machine

5. Once inside the machine, the MultMasteradheres to material

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Complex seismic connections are commonplace at Fought and Company. Short stub connections are no issue with Peddinghaus.

Fought and Company utilizes the HSFDB-2500/B plate processor for all plate connections, large or small. The Roller Feed measurement system of the machine allows for Fought to process an array of lengths with no restriction.

The Advantage-2 drill line and DG-1250 band saw at Fought and Company is capable of single-handedly processing an 1,800 ton job, which in thepast would have required two drill lines to accomplish.

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BRIDGETOWN’S BEST – FOUGHT AND COMPANYContinued from page 5

6. Once adhered to material, the drill line clamps the MultMaster, andreleases material, thus transferring Roller Feed measurement to theMultMaster, which works as an extension of the material in production

7. The MultMaster then extends to the saw for the final cut

8. Once material is clamped in the saw, the MultMaster releases material,and returns to its station above the infeed roller conveyor

9. While the saw is cutting, the operator is capable of positioning the nextsection for production – streamlining operations

The Peddinghaus Solution Yields ResultsUsing their new Peddinghaus equipment, Fought and Company can process18,000 to 20,000 tons in a given year using two shifts (40 hours each) perweek. In addition to processing more steel than ever before, the firm remainslean as staffing levels remain at post-recession numbers.

“The difference in productivity with our new machinery is easily 50% betterthan before, plus we are benefitting from the CNC accuracy. We just fin-ished up an 1,800 ton job and almost every piece has gone through our newbeam line, whereas before we would have relied upon two separate drill linesto do the same work,” describes Terry.

The MultMaster retracts from the machine once the saw is engaged, and allows the operator to stage thenext section with no stop in production.

The ABCM-1250 oxy-fuel coper uses three torches, and is ideal for cutting both flanges of a section simultaneously - expediting production.

May 7th – 10th, Peddinghaus traveled across the globe to showcase CNC machinetool technology in Melbourne, Australia at Austech 2013. Austech, Australia’s premier machine tool exhibition, showcased technology from around the world.With over 11,000 attendees, Austech proved to be a successful venture.

Attendees of Austech were amazed at the variety of Peddinghaus machinery and the capabilities of each machine. The technology on display included band saws, ironworkers,drill lines, and even the very latest in CNC layout marking technology. No matter theshape or size of the fabricator, Peddinghaus demonstrated equipment that is proven to provide profits. Featured in the Peddinghaus booth was the PeddiWriter CNC layoutmarking machine, Ocean Avenger drill line, Peddimax No. 1 Ironworker, and 410-DG miterband saw.

Peddinghaus has a gift for mixing business with pleasure. From the loungearea within the booth, to special eveningactivities with Australian Olympic legendLaurie Lawrence, there was no shortageof networking and entertainment inMelbourne. At Austech 2013,Peddinghaus solidified their position asthe premier structural machine toolprovider for Australia and New Zealand.

Peddinghaus Makes an Impact at Austech 2013 – Melbourne, Australia

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SIGPER – CAIEIRAS, BRAZIL

Opportunity Knocks

Filling the Void - A Service Center forCustomers of All SizesLourisvaldo chose to automate production inorder to serve fabricators both large and small,“The biggest fabricators need a service centerlike Sigper because sometimes they require additional capacity. The mid-sized and smallerfabricators need us because they cannot affordthe automation that we have, and cannotprocess parts as cost effectively as we can. Sigper decided that processing steel is our future,and we are dedicated to serving this market,”stated Lourisvaldo.

Sigper’s production can be divided into threedistinct categories:

1. Supplying processed components to fabricators within the steel constructionindustry – this makes up 60% of Sigper’s production and is the primary focus of the firm

2. Structural fabrication for civil projects – this component of Sigper’s business is basedupon customers retained from before Sigperbecame a service center and makes up 30% of Sigper’s production

3. Industrial work for diverse industrial markets– this makes up 10% of Sigper’s production

Peddinghaus Provides the Tools to SucceedWhen Sigper decided to become a service center,they invested in Peddinghaus technology to reduce costs, and increase productivity. Sigper’sarsenal of Peddinghaus equipment includes twoPeddinghaus PCD-1100/3B drill lines, one DG-1100 band saw, one AFPS-643 Anglemaster,and one HSFDB-2500 plate processor.

“Before we were just a regular, small to medium fabricator. Thanks to the Peddinghausequipment we are now a fully automated servicecenter,” stated Lourisvaldo, “due to ourmachines, we are capable of processing anythingfrom 400 tons to 800 tons per month of steelwhile working 45 hours each week. This range is large because we will sometimes do very lightwork with lots of intricate hole patterns or special processes, and in other scenarios we willprocess lots of heavy sections with more basichole patterns.

Continued on page 8

(L to R) Nivea Peracini, Lourisvaldo Peracini, and Carlos Peracini of Sigper.

In 1990, Lourisvaldo Peracini founded Sigper in

Caieiras, Brazil to serve the light, and miscellaneous

metalworking industries. Due to his firm’s reputation

for consistent quality and reliability, customers

began to inquire about services outside of their

traditional offering. As Sigper’s services evolved,

structural steel fabrication became a key portion of

the business, and it quickly became obvious to

Lourisvaldo that there was a gap in the local Brazilian

steel market that had gone unanswered. “Sigper

has always responded to customer needs with

punctuality, quality, and ethics – that is how our

business has evolved. I found myself facing a

processing market that was simply untapped.

That is when Sigper had to make a choice –

automate and grow production capacity in order to

pursue new business, or reduce the size of Sigper.

We made the obvious choice and partnered with

Peddinghaus,” stated Lourisvaldo.

Sigper's diverse production range can be attributed to their skilledworkforce and advanced technology.

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OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS – SIGPERContinued from page 7

It all depends on what our customers need, but Peddinghaus gives us theability to process whatever comes our way.”

Of all of their equipment, Sigper pointed out that the AFPS-643Anglemaster had provided the fastest payback at just over 1 year. “ThePeddinghaus Anglemaster is amazing because it does not operate all the time, but still makes money. The efficiency gain is incredible comparedto using ironworkers, or other manual methods of processing angle. The payback was so fast it was impressive,” affirmed Lourisvaldo.

Service is Key to SuccessSigper had acquired their structural machinery over several years (starting in November, 2009), and invested gradually in their business throughautomation. Each machine was purchased after much deliberation, andPeddinghaus continues to be the provider of choice.

“Peddinghaus machines have fantastic after sales support. There are threetechnicians within Brazil, all with current Peddinghaus training, and allbeing local to the country. Peddinghaus is the number one provider withthis reputation. The equipment is very robust, strong, and reliable. If thereever was to be a problem with the machine, the company provides fantasticservice to get equipment up and running as quickly as possible,” statedLourisvaldo.

Sigper also commented on the fact that Peddinghaus service visits areimportant moments to use for additional learning, “When Peddinghaustechnicians are on-site they are very helpful in teaching our team moreabout the machine, and providing us with lessons that will help us in thefuture,” stated Lourisvaldo

At Sigper – The Customer is Number OneSigper is first and foremost a Service Center. This means that the relationship between them and their customer relies upon trust. “At Sigperethics are a big part of our philosophy. Our customers know that we willnot attempt to compete with them for business. We respect our role in thestructural fabrication process, and make sure that most of all, our customersreceive a quality product in the timeframe they need it,” affirmsLourisvaldo.

Plate components can be processed on the HSFDB-2500/B with as little as 5% scrap yielded as a result.

Sigper relies upon two PCD-1100/3B drill lines, and one DG-1100 miter band saw to serve their clientele .

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Processing for structural fabricators makes up 60% of Sigper's business.

The HSFDB-2500/B is a powerful plate producer for Sigper's processing business.

With a payback of just over one year, the Anglemaster AFPS-643 at Sigper has yielded a fast return on investment.

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HERKAL STEEL – PESHTERA, BULGARIA

Expanding the Boundaries of Steel Fabrication

Since 1999, Herkal, a steel fabricator from

Peshtera, Bulgaria, has been making waves

in the steel construction industry, not only

locally, but abroad as well. With a name

like Herkal, meaning “Metal Horse” in the local

language of Aromanian, Herkal feels that they

are just that, an aggressive force within

the industry.

(L to R) Dimitar Kochev, Managing Director and Founder of Herkal and his son Nayden Kochev.

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Owned by Dimitar Kochev, company founderand General Manager, Herkal is a family business with strong values and an eye on the future. In 2002 Herkal made the decisionto move from compressor maintenance intostructural steel fabrication utilizing manual processing. With the capacity to fabricate justover 400 tons a year manually, Herkal knew thatthe only way to stay competitive in the fastpaced market was to automate production. With the valuable engineering support of thespecialists from Euromarket – the authorizedPeddinghaus distributor in Bulgaria – and after a trip to Peddinghaus Corporation’s global headquarters in Bradley, Illinois in 2008, Herkalmade the decision that Peddinghaus was theautomation answer they had been looking for.

“By automating our production we havereduced human error and costs; because withmanpower, the costs are uncertain. At the end ofthe day what we can achieve with Peddinghausis the ability to provide unique projects and beconsidered competitive against serious players inthe industry,” said Dimitar Kochev, GeneralManager and founder of Herkal.

Today, Herkal has over 20,000 square meters(215,278 square feet) of land to fabricate over10,000 tons of steel annually; and for Herkal,no job is too big or too intricate. Utilizing fivePeddinghaus machines, Herkal is able to take onprojects from not only their home country ofBulgaria, but have expanded to producing 80%of their work in exports.

Herkal has realized that to grow business exponentially, exporting is a necessity. Dealingwith customers from Asia to Africa to Australia,Herkal has become a global company in the pastfive years. Herkal realized the importance ofbeing close to customers and being on their“time”. Since starting their relationship withPeddinghaus and seeing the 24 hour service provided, Herkal has opened an office inAustralia to satisfy their customers’ needs in various time zones. Herkal believes in having a close relationship with each of their customersand is proud of what they have accomplished in the past five years.

Utilizing a Peddinghaus ABCM-1250 copingmachine, an FDB-2500 plate processor, a DG-1100 band saw, PCD-1100/3B drill line,and Fabripunch plate duplicator, expanding intoa global market has been a smart step for Herkalto keep their machines busy and producingprofit. With each machine running a forty hourwork week, Herkal has kept the Peddinghausmachines busy to meet the tight timelines fortheir global clientele.

Apart from the quality, accuracy, and ruggedbuild of the machines, service was the otherpiece in the Herkal puzzle. Providing the “bestservice in the country” for “Peddinghaus hasmade a fantastic partner for Herkal over the past 5 years”. Herkal also mentions that their experience with service is great, becausethroughout their time with Peddinghaus, theyhave needed very little service to keep theirmachines running and their profit flowing.Dimitar stated that, “without Peddinghaus itwould have been impossible to tackle the projects we have done in the last 5 years, wecould never get this accuracy, quality and speed manually.”

Industrial steel fabrication presents no problems for skilled fabricator Herkal, and their Peddinghaus equipment.

Ideal for an array of plate connections, the FDB plate processor atHerkal is a true workhorse.

Automatic coping, drilling, and sawing all in one compact setup.

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No matter the task, Herkal's ability to perform complex fabricationsis evident.

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TWELVE STATION TOOL CHANGER• Travels with spindle throughout entire

range of motion• Eliminates the need to return to a stationary

tool rack• Ideal for holding an array of tool types and

sizes

AIR KNIFE CHIP REMOVAL• Blows chips from the operating area

of the machine before plasma cutting• Eliminates the need to manually brush

chips from plate• Air hose provided for heavy chips,

or applications with large volumes of drilling by-product (swarf) produced

AUTOMATED PARTS UNLOADER(DUMP TABLE)• Automatically drops parts onto pallet

or optional parts conveyor• Eliminates the need to manually

collect parts from table

Peddinghaus’ advancements in plate processing have given birth to a differentkind of machine. A machine that not only expedites production, but can perform more functions, while being simple to sustain.

Faster, more versatile, less maintenance - what more can you ask for?!

Ideal for structural fabricators, service centers, plate processors, and manufacturers alike, the all new HSFDB-C will change the way steel fabricators view plate production. The latest evolution of the original HSFDB plate machine, the HSFDB-C boasts the following enhancements:

• Bevel cutting of both plasma and oxy-fuel for weld preparation and more• Hard stamp SignoMat part marking for faster part identification• More available tool types via a twelve station tool changer• Larger material sizes ranging from 1/4" (6 mm) to 4" (100 mm) thick, and

available in 6' (1800 mm), 8' (2500 mm) and 10' (3200 mm) maximum sheetwidths

These new features are only matched by the rugged design and support thatPeddinghaus offers.

See the new HSFDB-C live in booth #S945 at FABTECHin Chicago, Illinois this upcoming November 18th-21st!

INTRODUCING THE HSFDB-C PLATE PROCESSOR

AN INNOVATION IN PLATE PROCESS

ROLLER FEED MEASUREMENT• Drives material to the operating area of the machine without

the use of a gripper carriage or pusher assembly• Allows for advanced nesting capabilities using edge start and

common cut line plasma or oxy-fuel cutting• Common scrap ratios range from 5-10% per nested sheet• Allows for faster load-process-

unload times

Acceptable Plate DimensionsInch Metric

Min - Max Thickness 1/4" to 4" 6 mm to 100 mm

*Min - Max Width 6" to 96" 150 mm to 2500 mm

Max Weight 20,000 lbs 9,000 kg

*Machine is also available in 6' and 10' (1800 mm and 3200 mm) maximum plate width sizes

Spindle SpecificationsInch Metric

Min - Max Drill Diameter 1/4" to 3" 6 mm to 75 mm

Min - Max Spindle Speed 0 to 2,250 RPM 0 to 2,250 RPM

Spindle Horsepower 48 HP 36 kW

Plasma SpecificationsInch Metric

HPR 260 Min-Max Cut Edge Start Thickness 1/4" to 2-1/2" 6 mm to 64 mm

HPR 260 Min-Max Cut Piercing Thickness 1/4" to 1-1/4" 6 mm to 32 mm

HPR 400 Min-Max Cut Edge Start Thickness 1/4" to 3-1/4" 6 mm to 82 mm

HPR 400 Min-Max Cut Piercing Thickness 1/4" to 2" 6 mm to 50 mm

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MINIMUM QUANTITY LUBRICATION(MQL)• Nearly dry drilling process - 97% air, 3%

eco-friendly lubricant (adjustable)• Vegetable oil based lubrication system uses

a nominal amount of eco-friendly solution tolubricate through the tool

• Eliminates the need to clean parts beforepainting, welding, or other processes

• Minimizes health risks associated withchemical laden or slippery work conditions

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SIGNOMAT PART STAMPING UNIT• Indexes to end of spindle, and uses the

spindle assembly’s z-axis feed to apply characters to material

• Capable of orienting characters 360º to match orientation of part within nest

• Holds up to 36 individual characters• Stamps 1/2" (12 mm) numbers at a depth of

1/32" (1 mm)

SSING FOR EVERY INDUSTRY

THERMAL CUTTING BEVEL HEAD• Optional thermal cutting bevel head for both

plasma and oxy-fuel cutting torches• Bevels up to 45º and rotates 360º• Can be fitted with either HPR-260 or HPR-400

plasma units from Hypertherm

HIGH TORQUE SPINDLE MOTOR• 48 HP (36 kW) Siemens smart spindle motor• Maximum spindle speed of 2,250 RPM• Capable of drilling, milling, tapping, countersinking,counterboring, carbide

marking and more• Continuous load feedback at the control• Capable of reading spindle orientation• Adjusts to process hard or soft spots in material as needed

PROCESS HEAVIER MATERIALS• New maximum capacity of up to 4"

(100 mm) thick materials

CUTTING AND DRILLING BYPRODUCT TRAY• Removable tray is complimented by a copper lined

plenum chamber to minimize maintenance• Cart is easily removed via rollers and dumped for faster

cleanup

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Peddinghaus proudly partners with many of the largest fabricators within Latin America, and acknowledges the needfor superior support, and after sales service. Peddinghauspunctuates their commitment to the region by continuallyinvesting in a regional office based in Monterrey, Mexico.Peddinghaus’ participation in several major exhibitions in LatinAmerica, TECMA and FABTECH Mexico, further illustrates theirleadership within the region.

As the only international show in Mexico specializing strictly in the technology of machine tools, TECMA 2013 inMexico City, Mexico (March) provided Peddinghaus theopportunity to showcase their talents to a diverse group ofindustry experts. Following TECMA, Peddinghaus exhibitedat FABTECH Mexico in Monterrey (May). With over 8,000 visitors, FABTECH Mexico was abound with networkingopportunities.

Featured both at TECMA and FABTECH Mexico was theAdvantage-2 CNC beam drill line. Equipped with 4-axis carbide scribing, attendees recognized that the Advantage-2sets the standard for CNC efficiency throughout LatinAmerica as users rave about the accuracy and intelligenceof the machine. Visitors were impressed by the automatedprocessing of three spindles that can drill, mill, tap, coun-tersink, and carbide scribe on all four sides of a profile.

The Advantage-2 CNC beam drill line has broken salesrecords at Peddinghaus as one of the fastest selling drill lines in the history of the firm.

Whether show attendees were structural steel fabricators,service centers, or manufacturers, Peddinghaus showedthat they have the expertise and machine tool solution fornumerous production needs.

Showcasing the understanding of each individual firm’sneeds, Peddinghaus demonstrated to visitors howPeddinghaus can transform the way they fabricate. DuringTECMA and FABTECH Mexico, Peddinghaus was able tosolidify relationships and create new partnerships withnumerous fabricators from throughout Central America.

Peddinghaus is proud to have been a part of TECMA 2013and FABTECH Mexico. As always, Peddinghaus continues toadvance the industry with state of the art designs and userfriendly software. Visit us next year as we exhibit new CNCmachinery at numerous shows throughout Mexico.

For more information about Peddinghaus LatinAmerica located in Monterrey, Mexico, contact: Jose Cavazos, International Sales Manager – [email protected]

Peddinghaus Performs in Mexico

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Peddinghaus Latin America began over seventeen years ago in response to the market's demand for a structuralmachine tool provider with world class service, support, and industry knowledge. With hundreds of installationsthroughout the region (including but not limited to Mexico, Brazil, Peru, Venezuela, Chile, Argentina), Peddinghaus has established itself as the undisputed equipment provider within the local marketplace.

Peddinghaus Latin America employs ten staff members at their Monterrey, Mexico location. This includes asales team, field service technicians, service coordinators, and office administration. A local office meansPeddinghaus customers receive unmatched service and support when they need it, in their native language.

The blend of service and sales in Latin America creates a winning combination. With customers includingCorey in Mexico, Edyce in Chile, and Codeme in Brazil, Peddinghaus is the choice of some of the region'smost advanced structural fabricators.

“Looking ahead, we see a bright future with many new opportunities for our customers and partners. Peddinghaus isalways growing and changing. With that comes our responsi-bility to give each customer a taste of what Peddinghaus has tooffer. We look forward to bringing the people of South Americathe service, support, and partnership that only Peddinghauscan provide,” states Jose (Pepe) Cavazos, International SalesManager for Peddinghaus Latin America.

“The ability to be close to our customers and fulfill their needsas fast as possible gives us a competitive advantage, and allowsus to be the leader in service and support throughout LatinAmerica,” states Manuel Salinas, Service DepartmentCoordinator for Peddinghaus Latin America.

Peddinghaus values their partners throughout Latin Americaand is investing in their profitability by ensuring the bestcustomer service possible. From Field Service Technicians

stationed throughout the continent, to playing a critical role within many local industry events, Peddinghaus hasestablished strong roots in Latin America and looks forward

to watching customers prosper within the region, now, and into the future.

DISCOVER PEDDINGHAUS LATIN AMERICA

Latin American Sales Manager Carlos Torres in Argentina with cus-tomer Imzama Potes Place. (L to R) Mr. Carlos Conte, Mr. GonzaloAtchugarry, Mr. Carlos Torres, and Mrs. Adriana Atchugarry

Andrea Ramirez - OfficeAdministrator

Victor Reyes - Field ServiceTechnician based in Mexico

José Glafiro Cantú - Field ServiceTechnician based in Mexico

Franciso Correa Brito - FieldService Technician based in Brazil

Carlos Lages - Field ServiceTechnician based in Brazil

Tarcisio Furlan - Field ServiceTechnician based in Brazil

Jose (Pepe) Cavazos, International Sales Manager forPeddinghaus - Latin America

Manuel Salinas, Service Department Coordinator - Latin America

WELCOME RICARDO SACCO – REGIONAL SALES MANAGER, BRAZILAs the machine builder of choice throughout Mexico and SouthAmerica, Peddinghaus continues to expand their Latin Americansupport team. Recently, Ricardo Sacco was named the RegionalSales Manager for Brazil. As a Peddinghaus dealer for over sixteenyears and native to Belo Horizonte in Minas Gerais, Brazil,Ricardo, recognizes the need for automation, and is thrilled aboutthe opportunity to share his expertise. With a technical degree in

mechanics and a degree in mechanical engineering, Ricardo’s extensive experience with heavymachinery will assist Peddinghaus customers in finding the right solution for their firm.

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REGIONAL SPOTLIGHT:

Magnum – Yekaterinburg, Russia

Russia is a market filled with opportunities for structural fabricators.

An expansion of roads and railways is taking place, and soon to follow will

be development in bridges, rail stations, and transmission towers. Although

traditional demand for steel fabrication in Russia has been generated by the

oil and gas industries, Russia is slated to host the 2018 FIFA World Cup. In

preparation for the massive crowds of soccer fans from throughout the globe,

Russia plans on rejuvenating it's infrastructure, refurbishing three existing

stadiums, and building thirteen completely new stadiums to host the games.

It is safe to say that this is no small task for any market, however with a

dedicated group of modernized fabricators Russia can rely upon local talent to

achieve these great feats.

Located in Yekaterinburg, Russia, Magnum is a structural fabricator which

stands ready to capture these opportunities. Utilizing the technology at their

disposal to gain market share, Magnum provides customers with unmatched

service and a quality product.

The Evolution of MagnumMagnum didn't always enjoy the level of automation that they do today. In 2009 the firm relied solely on manual drilling (via magnetic drills) andmanual measurement methods. The addition of automation was necessaryto increase production, and raise the quality of their final fabrications. Bypartnering with local distributor ViMens (Peddinghaus' local representativewithin Russia), Magnum chose to upgrade their facility with modernPeddinghaus equipment.

Like many fabricators, Magnum had an existing structure that would beused to shelter the new machinery. Space within this structure was not ingreat supply, and presented challenges when choosing the right equipment.Within this building was a dense column line which separated the equip-ment from other parts of production. This would be no issue if this columnline did not separate the area in which beams are fabricated, from the bayslated to contain processing equipment. In addition, the area opposite thefabricated beam area (on the other side of the new equipment bay) is whererolled sections are delivered. This means that material must be able to betransferred from either side of roller conveyor in order to feed into machin-ery. Furthermore, in order to utilize existing machinery, the new systemneeded to integrate successfully with current cutting solutions.

The Peddinghaus Roller Feed© material handling system provided the rightamount of flexibility, and versatility to Magnum. By eliminating the needfor a feeder carriage at the infeed of the system, material is freely transferredfrom either side of the roller conveyor, and into equipment. As a result, theexisting band saw, which Magnum had on site, was easily integrated into thenew layout.

Machinery that Provides ProfitsWith the installation of an Advantage three spindle beam drill line,Liberator semi-automatic coping machine, and FDB-2500 plate processor,Magnum is now capable of processing 1,200 - 1,400 tons of structural steeland pressure vessel work within a given month.

The automatic beam drilling machine has replaced the manual layout anddrilling of yesterday's facility. This not only increases capacity and reducesoperating costs, but accuracy is vastly more precise.

In addition to faster drill production, manual coping has gone by the way-side as the Ocean Liberator now applies CNC automation to the process ofcutting block copes, flange thins, rat holes, and more. An economic, yet ver-satile alternative to fully automated coping systems, the Ocean Liberatorallows operators to station material, and engage CNC cutting procedureswith limited intervention.

(Far Left) Stolbov Alexander, Deputy of Chief Engineer of Machinery Dept., (2nd From Left) ChaschinAlexander, Chief Engineer, (Far Right) Shabiev Vadim, Operator of CNC Machines

The ability for Peddinghaus cross transfers to span several sections of roller conveyor provide a competitiveadvantage for Magnum.

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Throughout 2013, Peddinghaus has taken the steps to show support for steel fabrication markets around the globe. With a strong and ever expanding marketin India, Peddinghaus branched out and visited two new shows to exhibit CNC

technology in both the machinery and software realms.

TEKLA USERS MEETING INDIA 2013Tekla Users Meeting India took place April 3rd – 6th in Trivadum, India. Numerous exhibitors and attendees alikeattended to see what new innovations Tekla had to offer in 2013. Peddinghaus was a proud participant at the Tekla Users Meeting India. By showcasing how Peddinghaus software, Raptor, integrates with Tekla utilizing direct import capabilities, Peddinghaus made an impression on customers from all over India.

During an exclusive presentation about Raptor, attendees experienced the ease of importing components from a BIM model, complete with all scribe marks. With manydetailers already using Tekla Structures and many steel fabricators following suit, attendees discovered the ease of integrating Raptor into their workplace and the benefitsto doing so.

As a proud sponsor of Tekla Users Meeting India and a business partner of Tekla,Peddinghaus believes it is important to enlighten and educate customers throughout the globe about the benefits of using Tekla in conjunction with Raptor software offeredexclusively by Peddinghaus. With successful installations spanning the world, Raptorimpressed attendees at the 2013 Tekla Users Meeting India.

BLECH INDIA 2013April 17th – 20th, the metropolitan city of Mumbai, India became thehome of Blech India 2013. With steel fabricators traveling acrossIndia to attend the exhibition, the 2013 Blech India show was a huge success.

Peddinghaus was honored to be an exhibitor at the 2013 India Blech and show customerswhat Peddinghaus is all about. As a new exhibitor to the event, Peddinghaus took theopportunity to educate attendees about the CNC technology available from Peddinghaus.Built with strength, durability, and pride, attendees quickly saw the benefits Peddinghausmachinery could bring to their fabrication facility.

Many attendees were interested in the technology but concerned about the support fromacross the globe. Once learning about on-site service and 24/7 support center, customerswere sold on Peddinghaus customer care. Attendees learned that when push comes toshove, Peddinghaus will always be there to support customers and partners no matter thesituation.

Overall Blech India and Tekla Users Meeting India brought Peddinghaus great success. Bymaking new connections and seeing some old familiar faces, Peddinghaus was proud tobe able to showcase their support and dedication to the ever expanding market of India.

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To complement the structural lines now in production, the FDB-2500 provides a steady stream of detail components to fitters and welders.

More than Machinery - Local Service and Support is Number OneWithout superior customer service, equipment cannot reach its full potential. Working closely with Peddinghaus Corporation, ViMens maintains seven local offices in Russia, including sites within Moscow, St. Petersburg, Chelyabinsk, Domodedovo, Minsk, Yekaterinburg, andRostov-on-Don. Beyond these offices, ViMens staff boasts ten Peddinghauscertified field service technicians, supported by a localized senior customerservice representative direct from Peddinghaus Corporation. These factorscombined with locally supplied spare parts and consumables provide a winning combination for Magnum and other Peddinghaus fabricators within the region.

The Peddinghaus drilling system seamlessly integrates with existing cutting solutions, and allows forflexible material handling opportunities.

The Peddinghaus FDB-2500 allows for faster production of plate profiles than ever before.

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Welcome to Raptor – the Latest in CAD/CAM Software from Peddinghaus:Raptor is designed to be completely customizable to meet the needs of each unique installation. With modules designed to import; modify, inspect, create; or export, Raptor allows for powerful pro-gramming in each step of the file production process.

IMPORT MODULES

Import Modules of Raptor Software include the DSTV Import Module, and the Tekla API Module.

DSTV files can be imported into Raptor using the DSTV Import Module. This module gives the fabricator the ability to import existing data for parts files, as exported from a common BIM platform,and prepare them for use on a machine. Enhancements can be applied to files during the import processin order to streamline the programming and part production process.

For fabricators using Tekla Structures, a more comprehensive data import is available. Designed exclu-sively for Tekla Structures, the Tekla API Module is a direct link between Raptor, and a Tekla model.

Using two way communication with Tekla software, the importation of file data is more complete, and more accurate than any other method available. As opposed to importing a file which has beentranslated into a standard file type, the Raptor Tekla API Module has access to all information within a Tekla model, and can make rational decisions about the file generation process. This is most usefulwhen generating programs with scribing or coping requirements.

MODIFY, INSPECT, CREATE

Part files are imported into the 3D Module of Raptor for inspection, and/or modification. This meansthat all of the information imported, whether it was brought in via the Tekla API Module, or the DSTVImport Module, are viewed in 3D, and manipulated as desired. Hole locations, cope locations, scribedata, and cut locations can all be modified within the 3D module.

If you don’t use BIM, have access to BIM, or don’t use DSTV – that’s no problem. All parts files can beeasily designed and created within Raptor’s 3D module using an intuitive user interface.

In addition to creating part files, the 3D module of Raptor is also capable of batch nesting part files foravailable inventory. Fabricators can input stock into Raptor. Raptor can then be used to batch nest exist-ing part files on available materials. This means faster programming, and optimized material utilization.

EXPORT MODULES

Once part data has been created and evaluated within Raptor’s 3D Module, it can be exported for operation on an array of equipment. There are two scenarios in which this can be accomplished – using a CNC postprocessor, or using the Peddimat Export Module.

If a machine has had a postprocessor developed for it, Raptor can output files for that machine with no intermediary modules.

For machines running legacy versions of Peddinghaus Software, a Peddimat Export Module is available.The Peddimat Export Module gives Raptor's 3D Module the ability to create a Peddimat file using the data interpreted, or created within Raptor. In addition to providing the ability to export Peddimatfiles, this compatibility module now also provides the ability to import Peddimat files. This is ideal for fabricators looking to process older files already designed in Peddimat on their latest Raptor drivenequipment.

Stay tuned to www.peddinghaus.com/raptor for further details!

S O F T W A R E U P D A T EThe latest in Peddinghaus software, Raptor, is designed to optimize the programming, and production ofPeddinghaus equipment. Although the platform has only been recently released, development of Raptorhas been expansive. With several new engineers joining the Advanced Software Development Department,Peddinghaus continues to invest in the future of Raptor. The Raptor philosophy is simple – respond to theneeds of customers, and push the limits of what software can offer the modern fabricator.

Batch nest parts for production.

Import directly from Tekla.

Seamless programming within the 3D module.

Easily add or edit scribe data.

Expansive shape libraries available for streamlined programming.

FUN FACT: The term “Raptor” refers to a bird ofprey. Using keen senses, Raptors arewell known for hunting from the air.

LATEST ADDITIONS TO RAPTOR:• Batch Nesting• Inventory Management Tools• Peddimat File Import

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PEDDINGHAUS WELCOMES

IMPACT Machinery – Australia/New Zealand DistributorPeddinghaus Corporation is pleased to announce the addition of IMPACT Machinery as distributor forPeddinghaus products in Australia and New Zealand. Although a new firm, IMPACT Machinery is no stranger toPeddinghaus or the structural steel fabrication industry in Australia and New Zealand..

Owned and operated by partners Darren Harmsworth and Robby Clark, IMPACT Machinery offers years ofexperience within the machine tool sector, and an intimate knowledge of Peddinghaus machinery and support.

Robby and Darren have grown a reputation for helping fabricators find competitive solutions in order tocompete in a complex, globalized marketplace. Many Peddinghaus customers from the region have worked withDarren and Robby in the past and have benefitted from their cost cutting approach to productivity. Peddinghausis proud of the new partnership and looks forward to watching IMPACT Machinery continue to grow as a onestop shop for Peddinghaus technology, spare parts, consumables, and support within the region.

WEBSITE: http://www.impactmachinery.com.au/

Darren Harmsworth (left) and Robby Clark (right) have created ImpactMachinery to focus on the needs of structural fabricators in Australiaand New Zealand.

(L to R) Darren Harmsworth of Impact Machinery, Pascal Peters ofPeddinghaus, Frank Van Scaijik of John Jones Steel, and Anton Peddinghausof Peddinghaus Corporation at the recent NASCC in St. Louis, Missouri - USA.

IMPACT MachineryPO Box 5970, Brendale BC, QLDAustralia 4500Tel: +61 478196501

CONTACT:[email protected]@impactmachinery.com.auTel: +61 432 545 801

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At Peddinghaus, customer satisfaction is priority number 1.This means that before themachine leaves it's point of production, quality control must take place in both themanufacture of the components,as well as the performance ofthe product.

With decades of experience at Peddinghaus, Andy Fritz,Checkout Supervisor, isresponsible for ensuringthat each machine leaving theBradley, IL headquarters is readyfor final installation.

Andy, can you please tell us a little about your background. How did youcome to your role at Peddinghaus? Before starting at Peddinghaus I gradu-ated with an Associates and a Bachelors degree. After graduation I receivedinvaluable experience at a medical equipment company in the qualitycontrol department. I brought that experience with me to Peddinghauswhere I started in the Assembly Department. After eight years assemblingmachines, I moved to the Checkout Department as a technician runningdiagnostics on machines. Nine years ago I was promoted to CheckoutSupervisor and I have been at this position ever since. With a background inquality control, I help to insure every machine is shipped in pristine operat-ing condition.

What is a typical day like in the Checkout Department?

Each day we work to insurePeddinghaus machines meetall deadlines and quality standards before shipping tothe customer. Checkoutemployees perform electrical,mechanical, and hydraulictroubleshooting to ensure thehighest quality machinepossible for delivery. Eachmachine goes through at least40 hours of intensive testingbefore it is approved for ship-ping to customers across theglobe.

However, at Peddinghaus it’s all about flexibility, and we do what we need to do to get the job done. Sometimes that means completing items thatdon’t directly impact checking out a machine such as customer testing. Ifyou come to Bradley for a tour and want to see a machine process a certainintricate part that you fabricate on a daily basis, the person running themachine is most likely from the Checkout Department.

What would you say makes the Checkout Department unique?

Every employee of the checkout department is quality oriented and trulycares that the installation of the machine goes smoothly and the customerreceives a reliable product. We run all aspects and functions of eachmachine, drilling, burning, punching, etc. Electrical tests are performed andthe results are logged onto the machine checklist. We perform these testsand many more first and foremost for the customers benefit. A machine willnot be released from checkout for shipment until it is 100% functional andready for daily operation in a fabrication shop environment.

What is the most important role of the Checkout Department when itcomes to machine function?

The most important job of the Checkout Department is to ensure the overall quality of the machine, guaranteeing dependability well into thefuture. We are basically the quality assurance department employed for customer benefit. Our main goal is to guarantee that all parts of themachine run seamlessly before it arrives at the customer’s shop.

How would you say Peddinghaus’ fabrication technology has evolvedsince you started with Peddinghaus?

Many aspects of the machines have been enhanced since I have started atPeddinghaus. The controls have advanced immensely since the small singlecolor CNC screens of the past. The new PC based full Windows® interfaceutilizes 19" touch screen technology to run each machine.

Drilling with high speed steel drill bits and water based coolant was com-mon not too many years ago. Carbide drilling, face milling, countersinking,tapping, and the addition of tool changers have been a great addition toPeddinghaus machinery in recent years. All of these things were unheard offor fabrication machinery when I first started in the business.

After being with Peddinghaus for 23 years, what would you say makesPeddinghaus, Peddinghaus?

Peddinghaus offers a stable environment with great employees that work as a team and are dedicated to coming up with new products and technology.There is never a boring day and always a challenge ahead! Peddinghaus is acompany that really takes care of their employees and more importantly,their customers.

GETTING TO KNOW…

Andy Fritz Checkout Supervisor

Senior checkout technician, Jeremy Aubertin (pictured left)is one of the qualified staff that Andy works with in thePeddinghaus checkout department.

From drill lines to plate processors, the Peddinghaus checkout department ensures that each machineleaves Peddinghaus facility shop floor ready for production at the customer’s site.

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FABTECH returns yet again to the Windy City, Chicago, Illinois this upcoming November 18th-21st. Taking place within the expansiveMcCormick Place exhibition center, located on the shoreline of Lake Michigan in downtown Chicago, FABTECH is North America'slargest metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing event. Structural fabricators, service centers, manufacturers, and morerecognize this exhibition as a global forum for all things steel, and this year will be no different.

WITNESS AN UNPRECEDENTED PEDDINGHAUS PRESENTATIONLocated just an hour south of the city, the team at Peddinghaus’ corporate headquarters has been preparing a lineup of technologywhich will prove to be second to none. Peddinghaus’ presence will be uncontested yet again as Chicago sets the stage for cutting edge technology to perform.

Innovations on display within Peddinghaus’ booth (#S945) are slated to include:

• The NEW HSFDB-2500/C Plate Processor – an all new plateprocessing innovation from Peddinghaus (see page 12 for details)

• The Advantage-2 drill line

• The Ring of Fire plasma coper / thermal processor

• The Zeman robotic welding system • The 410-DGA band saw and ToolDivision band saw product line