July 31, 2018 -  The John Tillman Co. announced the launch of its new line of high visibility safety vests. The Tillman high visibility safety vests offer functional design with features users need to help them be more efficient at the job site. “When we started designing the Tillman safety vests, we started with the value proposition that the vests must be comfortable, durable, practical and provide the user, and their company, a great value,” said Jeff Shipley, Director of Marketing for Tillman.

“The baseline when designing the vests were that every vest had to be ANSI 107 Type R, Class 2 compliant,” said Shipley. “That being said, the family of safety vests had to be comfortable, functional, lightweight and, well, look cool,” said Shipley.

During the development process, Tillman watched how users worked and how their safety vest interacted with their daily work routine. “We quickly realized that a person’s safety vest just isn’t a bright yellow vest with reflective stripes, often times a safety vest is their office, in the field, or the warehouse,” said Shipley.  With the integration of technology in the workplace, vests have to offer features that allow the user to work more efficiently. This includes pockets for phones, identification pouches to more around the job site easier and larger pockets for tablet devices, notebooks and larger gloves like welding gloves.”

Tillman designed their high-vis safety vests from the ground up for welding, construction, manufacturing, industrial workers and tradespeople. These premium safety vests offer quality materials, extra reinforcements, durable construction and exceptional comfort for hours of wear. Tillman’s goal is simple; keep workers seen and safe; only the way Tillman can do it. Quality is built into every Tillman safety vest, including the baseline economy vest. It’s Tillman’s attention to detail. 

Tillman included six high-vis safety vests in their line-up with four of the vests offering fire-resistant materials and one of the vests providing HRC 2 protection. Being the market leader in Welding PPE, Tillman had to look at those working near welding, grinding or torch work that might require a FR vest. “Often times we saw sparks shooting out from a grinding wheel as well as sparks and spatter raining down from floors above, our fire-resistant vests are designed to protect workers throughout a job site while being affordable.” said Shipley. Not everyone requires a NFPA 70E-2012, tested to ASTM F1506 with an HRC rating, yet they do need an affordable fire-resistant vest, this is what three of the Tillman FR safety vests provide. 

Features

While Tillman is a leader in Welder PPE, we designed the Tillman Safety Vests to be functional in just about every occupation from construction to warehouse work to oil fields, just to name a few. “We developed the vests with the user’s needs in mind and the way they work with extra pockets, mic tabs and functionality to keep them productive in the field,” said Shipley. Tillman vests feature designs through proven concepts:

• Chemically treated, lightweight, 100 percent ultra-cool fire-resistant mesh on the Journeyman, Operator and Performance vests.
• 6.2 oz. Modacrylic flame-resistant material that meets the requirements for ASTM F1506, HRC 2, and NFPA 70E-2012 on the Fire Resistant & Arc Rated vest.
• ANSI 107 Type R, Class 2 compliant on all vests.
• Reinforced black trim for added durability and an added touch of style.
• A Mic tab on the 2000, 2005, 2010, 2020 and 2030 vests.
• Large and numerous pockets for added storage on the Journeyman, Operator and Performance vests.
• Added color contrast on the 2020 Operator model for greater awareness in the field.
• Reflective awareness at dusk, dawn and night.

John Tillman Co.
Compton, California
310/764-0110

July 26, 2018 - What sets the Tillman 49 MIG glove apart from other MIG welding gloves are the glide patches Tillman incorporated into the outer side of the palm and the extended 5” cuff of the glove.  These glide patches provide needed padding at pressure points where welders often feel heat or fatigue for added comfort and to ease of movement when welding. 

The Tillman 49 offers a soft, top grain Goatskin palm, forefinger and thumb that for the feel and dexterity a welder requires with a durable Cowhide split leather back and cuff.  To help welders execute precise welds, the seamless forefinger provides an excellent feel when operating a MIG gun or a plasma torch.  A thumb strap and patch provide reinforcement and added strength for longer wear.  To help with heat buildup on longer welds, the Tillman 49 offers a fleece lining for heat protection without the bulk.  And of course, the Tillman 49 is sewn with Kevlar® stitching for longevity and flame resistance.

The Tillman 49 is the ideal glove for MIG welding, Torch work, Plasma cutting and even light stick welding.  When comfort, dexterity and performance are required, turn to the Tillman 49.   

Tillman
Compton, California
310/764-0110

July 18, 2018 -  BARTON International has branded as ALLTEK™ its line of high-performance alluvial garnet abrasives for the waterjet cutting and surface preparation markets.

ALLTEK waterjet and blasting abrasives provide excellent performance, surface quality, and value. The ALLTEK line includes the HPA® brand and is made from top-quality alluvial garnet globally sourced and processed to BARTON's industry-leading standards.

The ALLTEK brand of best-in-class alluvial garnet abrasives is part of BARTON's comprehensive, three-tiered line of waterjet cutting and blasting media. ALLTEK joins BARTON’s flagship ADIRONDACK® garnet abrasives and the economical, domestically sourced ECOTEK™ waterjet abrasives introduced earlier in the year. Well-suited to a broad spectrum of applications, BARTON® ADIRONDACK, ALLTEK, and ECOTEK abrasives deliver consistent cutting performance and value.

"ALLTEK is a versatile alluvial garnet abrasive ideal for jobs that do not require the ultra-high performance of our exclusive ADIRONDACK garnet," Barton International President R. Randolph Rapple said. "This line of garnet abrasives combines excellent blasting and abrasive waterjet cutting performance with outstanding economy."

Delivering exceptional durability, ALLTEK furnishes all the advantages of garnet abrasives — optimized by BARTON's 140 years of process technology expertise and backed by BARTON's 100 Percent Quality Guarantee.

ALLTEK is available in two HPA grades for waterjet cutting:

• 60 HPA — When cutting speed is of primary importance, this aggressive garnet abrasive is a cut above.

• 80 HPA — The versatile workhorse of waterjet abrasives; provides good edge quality and solid cutting performance. May be used in virtually any precision waterjet operation.

ALLTEK is also available in two grades for blasting applications:

• 30/60 PLUS — A workhorse grade used for new steel and maintenance work on coatings up to 20 mils. Typically produces a 2.5-3.5 mil profile on steel.

• 80 HPA — Ideal for steel, aluminum, and other sensitive substrates. The preferred abrasive for most vapor-blasting applications. Typically produces a 1.8-2.5 mil profile on steel.

BARTON International
Glens Falls, New York
800/741-7756

July 10, 2018 -  Walter Surface Technologies, Windsor, Connecticut, has fully redesigned its ICECUT™ line of powerful magnetic drilling units and annular cutters.

Think ICECUT™ and think power, versatility and mobility. At 22 lbs. and 27 lbs. respectively, the ICECUT™ 100 and ICECUT™ 200 mag drills are lightweight champs that punch above their weight.

Looking for powerful, efficient drilling made safe and easy? ICECUT’s ACCUDRILL™ technology protects against overload, overheating and reduces cutter breakage risk.

ICECUT’s ergonomic control panel eases operations with centralized controls that enable efficient drilling on either side of the unit.

ICECUT’s mandrel support absorbs vibrations for stability and perfect centering, ensuring the motor and chuck are perfectly aligned. Operators get precise cutting with little chance of cutter damage.

ICECUT’s lightweight, ergonomic and smooth-grip handle makes unit positioning and drilling operations easy. The unit also features a separate, quick-release and reversible handle for easy positioning in confined spaces.

“Walter’s newly redesigned ICECUT™ units are mobile, lightweight and powerful enough for any job site,” explains Ryan Boyd, Product Manager, Tooling and Power Tools. “There’s a tremendous range of features that guarantee the most productive drilling system, and with our ACCUDRILL™ pressure guide, there is almost no risk of motor overloading, overheating, or premature cutter breakage.”

ICECUT’s integrated wiring eliminates obstructions when drilling or repositioning the unit. No wires mean no mishandling failures. “That’s convenience,” says Boyd.

The drilling unit’s steel sliding guard keeps operators safe, too. Engage this safety feature for worry-free drilling, free of errant chips and lubricant splash.

Operators will also appreciate ICECUT’s easy maintenance. Direct access to the unit’s carbon brushes make tune-ups simple and keep ICECUT’s powerful motor operating at maximum power.

When mobility is key, check out the ICECUT™ 100. Its one-speed, 850-watt motor delivers 600 RPMs at 8.5 amps.

When versatility and power is a must, look to the ICECUT™ 200. Its two-speed 1200-watt motor delivers 300-600 RPMs at 12 amps and is ideal for a wide range of job site operations.

What’s power without drilling speed? Walter’s latest core cutters are guaranteed to drill more holes faster. The company’s redesigned annular cutters are toughened with a sophisticated mixture of high-speed steel and aluminum for longer life.

More resistant to instant impact and stress when drilling under load, these annular cutters are less brittle and impervious to deformation.

“ICECUT is a simply a versatile, powerful and safe line of magnetic drilling units and annular cutters,” says Boyd. “It’s the ultimate core cutting system that helps our customers work better.”

Walter Surface Technologies
Windsor, Connecticut
860/298-1100

July 10, 2018 - ATLAS® SpinTite® blind threaded inserts from PennEngineering®, Danboro, Pennsylvania, provide strong, permanent, and reusable threads in thin sheet materials where only one side is accessible for hardware installation. Installation is performed from the accessible “front” side using spin-spin tooling technology. The inserts then become permanently mounted on the “back” side to accept a mating screw for final component attachment. The “blind” installation capability especially suits applications such as tubing, extrusions, and others where access to the back side is either limited or nonexistent.

These steel, aluminum, brass, or stainless steel inserts ideally replace tapped holes, weld nuts, rivets, self-drilling or tapping screws, and through-bolted applications necessitating loose hardware. They support close-to-edge applications and can be installed at any stage during the production process (even after assemblies have been painted). In service, the inserts exhibit high thread strength and high torque-out resistance.

ATLAS SpinTite inserts have been designed for use with panels or sheets of any hardness or material (including metal, plastics, and fiberglass) and as thin as .020” / 0.51mm. They additionally can assemble multiple dissimilar materials during installation, eliminating any need to perform spot welding or other secondary operations, saving time and money during production.

This family of inserts includes half-hex shank low-profile head, rib-wall minimized-profile head, rib-wall low-profile head, thin-wall low-profile head, and swaging low-profile head versions. A variety of available thread sizes range from #6-32 to 1/2”-13 and M4 to M12, depending on insert type. Custom inserts also can be engineered to satisfy specific application performance requirements.

PennEngineering
Danboro, Pennsylvania
800/237-4736

July 3, 2018 - Neodymium on/off magnets help accurately position and hold material during welding. For use on flat or round steel surfaces. Pre-tapped holes on all sides for versatile mounting.

Master Magnetics Inc.
Castle Rock, Colorado
800/525-3536

June 27, 2018 - Eliminate the frustration of "waiting time" when working with corroded or frozen parts. Fast acting Tap Magic Penetrating Fluid works fast to save you time and money. This low viscosity fluid delivers corrosion inhibitors into the tightest of crevices quickly, breaking the bonds of rust.

Tap Magic Penetrating Fluid is low odor, anti-seize, low viscosity, and has a high flash point.

Tap Magic
A Division of The Steco Corp.
Little Rock, Arkansas
501/375-5644

June 26, 2018 - The Flex-Hone® Tool is a resilient, flexible honing tool with a soft cutting action. Whether it’s deburring a hole or blending an edge, the Flex-Hone will provide a superior surface finish with a non-directional or crosshatched pattern. This results in increased product performance and longer product life. The Flex-Hone is designed for a variety of automotive, hydraulic, pneumatic and industrial applications in sizes from 4mm- 36 in. Fine grit hones in 400, 600, and 800 grit are available for finer surface finishing tolerances to achieve finishes down to the single Ra level. Available in Silicon Carbide and Aluminum Oxide. A 2500 grit is also available in Diamond and CBN.

Brush Research Mfg. Co. Inc.
Los Angeles
323/261-2193

June 26, 2018 -  Rocky Mountain Instrument (RMI) now offers CO₂ replacement optics. In-house ZnSe production allows for greater quality control and a lower end cost. Our thin film coatings are specially designed for maximum environmental durability, low absorption, and high damage threshold. RMI guarantees the longest lasting CO₂ replacement optics on the market.

Rocky Mountain Instrument Co.
Lafayette, Colorado
866/678-4270

June 26, 2018 -  Strong Hand Tools, manufacturer of innovative Strong Hand Tools® Welding Clamps, Magnets, and Pliers, and BuildPro® Modular Welding Tables proudly announces the Improved version of the BuildPro® Rotary Positioner! 

Horizontally mount your BuildPro® or Siegmund® Welding Tabletop to the BuildPro® Rotary Positioner for plane rotation of your welding tabletop. The gear driven free-turning mechanism allows for smooth operation, superior stability and controlled turning and positioning at precise 15 degree increments with positive manual locking.

The New Adjustment Plates help shift the center of gravity when working with tall or heavy parts for smoother rotation of assemblies up to 90 degrees from horizontal. Lower the tabletop position, as required for each unique project, at 1 in. increments.

The New Adjustable Outriggers allow greater stability when working with taller assemblies and can be retracted when not required.

Strong Hand Tools
Santa Fe Springs, California
800/989-5244