TPT March 2018

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Bystronic enters par tnership with tube processing specialist

an ideal specialist partner for Bystronic, as it allows us to expand our existing portfolio with additional tube and profile processing technologies and know-how. This partnership allows Bystronic and TTM Laser to offer customers an even more versatile range of solutions.” Fiorenzo Castellini, CEO of TTM Laser, added, “Bystronic is a technology leader in the field of sheet metal processing. TTM Laser’s technologies and philosophy are excellent matches for Bystronic’s portfolio and will enable the development of innovative process solutions.”

This follows the company’s strategic partnership, announced in November, with TTM Laser SpA, which specialises in the development of 3D laser systems for cutting profiles and tubes from 12 to 815mm in diameter, as well as for welding large format sheet metal. Bystronic CEO Alex Waser explained, “TTM Laser is

BYSTRONIC, a manufacturer of CNC laser cutting and bending solutions for processing flat sheet metal, including storage and automation options, is now able to more comprehensively support OEMs and subcontractors wishing to expand into tubular component manufacture.

Fiorenzo Castellini

Alex Waser

Bystronic UK Ltd – UK Email: sales.uk@bystronic.com Website: www.bystronic.com TTM Laser SpA – Italy Fax: +39 030 72 56 333 Email: info@ttmlaser.com Website: www.ttmlaser.com

SCV continues expansion SCV Valve has reached the third phase of its plans for expansion to accommodate market demands.

36 tons of lifting capacity, for greater manufacturing efficiency. For the second phase, in early 2017 the company broke ground on a 15,000ft 2 shipping, receiving and finished goods warehousing expansion, completing the project in the summer of the same year. This has enhanced the safety and efficiency of loading and unloading activities, and includes two loading docks, finished goods storage and a full-

span bridge crane with ten tons of lifting capacity. Phase 3, which commenced last summer, is for a 20,000ft 2 finished goods warehouse, to increase on-site dry storage capability for ready-to-ship inventory. This expansion includes two full-span bridge cranes with a combined 20 tons of lifting capacity.

Phase 1 involved a 25,000ft 2 large bore valve manufacturing expansion, which was completed in 2016. This increased the assembly area for 24" and larger valves and provided additional space for testing, painting, final inspection and shipping. The expansion included two full-span bridge cranes providing

SCV Valve, LLC – USA Website: www.scvvalve.com

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