QCC 4900 Series torches.
Mentor, Ohio-based Quality Components Co. offers its 4900 Series powder cutting torches for oxidized materials, such as stainless steel, cast iron or nonferrous metals that otherwise would be difficult to cut. The company says the torches are ideal for scrap and recycling yards and are built for heavy-duty performance in demanding environments. Additionally, the 4900 Series torches:
- inject iron powder into the flame, generating extreme heat capable of burning through oxidized layers on difficult-to-cut metals
- feature a specially designed powder nozzle
- come complete with high-quality components and a powder valve lever and are used with one of QCC’s powder dispensers
- can be customized in length from 36-120 inches
- feature an upgraded stainless steel head and tubes that help to prevent corrosion
- are designed with a balanced body that enhances operator comfort, speed and efficiency
Visit www.qccmfg.com for more information.
Iron Bull pinless hoppers.
Marshall, Indiana-based Iron Bull Manufacturing has introduced its self-dumping, pinless, rocker design hoppers that are designed to keep the product on track for years of smooth, trouble-free dumping. The pinless hoppers:
- feature base cross-tie channel construction with open face down for extra strength and durability and to prevent debris buildup have sides that extend past the hopper bottom for more strength
- come in two versions—standard, which ranges from ¼-yard to 5 yards, with capacities up to 6,000 pounds, and a heavy-duty design ranging in size from ¼-yard to 7 cubic yards, with capacities up to 7,000 pounds
- safely handle a wide variety of scrap materials, including wood, metal, paper, plastic, packaging scrap and more
- can include an optional push-and-dump or dump-from-seat feature, which allows the operator to quickly and easily dump from the safety of the forklift seat
Visit www.ibullmfg.com for more information.
Machinex SamurAI Optima.
Plessisville, Quebec-based Machinex has launched its SamurAI Optima sorting robot, which the equipment manufacturer says has been engineered to be the most space-efficient model in its robot series. Redesigned components on the Optima deliver full-speed performance and effortless integration into a wider range of recycling facilities. The Optima:
- delivers the same artificial intelligence technology as the original SamurAI model, but in a more compact design that can lower costs and installation time
- includes a robot cell mounted onto the conveyor
- can be installed in as quickly as one day
- features a more than 50 percent reduction in compressed air consumption compared with industry standards
- removes the need for daily maintenance
- has a redesigned vacuum system for consistent quality and longevity
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