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28Feb

Wet vs. Dry Deburring Machines

Machine processing innovations have become more advanced and efficient over the years. However, despite these innovations, components or parts usually still have leftover imperfections. Deburring involves removing the rough edges around processed parts or

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27Feb
Stack of sheet metal ready for metal finishing

RB Series Metal Product Capabilities

Metal sheet production and finishing equipment for industrial applications encompass a variety of machinery, all of which help improve the material’s surface characteristics. Deburring sheet metal is a crucial process in metalworking and manufacturing,

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27Feb

The Future of Wet Metal Deburring & Finishing

The 41 Series Trident: The Future of Wet Metal Deburring & Finishing  As the metalworking industry evolves, the manufacturers of deburring and finishing applications constantly strive to innovate in their field, creating even more powerful and durable

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27Feb

Edge Conditioning Technologies Guide

 In the world of manufacturing, precision and quality are crucial to creating end products. One crucial aspect is edge treatment and deburring. Proper deburring not only enhances the aesthetics of the final product, but also plays a vital role in improving

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05Feb
Three Timesavers employees in front of Timesavers machinery

Why Finishing Systems From Timesavers Outshine the Rest

Since 1946, Timesavers has offered reliable and long-lasting finishing systems, such as cylindrical finishing, wet processing, laser oxide removal and slag grinding machines, for various applications and materials — primarily wood and metal. Through the

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27Dec
What is Deburring

What Is Deburring?

Table of Contents Deburring Definition What Causes a Burr? How Do You Remove Burrs From Metal? How Does a Deburring Machine Work? Why Is Deburring Necessary? 4 Simple Tips for Deburring Metal Make Timesavers Your Trusted Source for Deburring Machines If you

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07Dec
Wire brush machines finishing a metal workpiece

Types of Metal Finishes

The processing of metal is incredibly meticulous involving various steps, from cutting and rolling to annealing. You also have various metal finishing techniques to choose from, each suited to different applications. Below, we’ll explore the different

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07Dec

How to Figure out the Radius of Sheet Metal Edges

One finish you can add to your sheet metal is rounded corners. Trimming your sheet metal edges and performing edge rounding is relatively easy, and with the right equipment, you can achieve a uniform radius on all your products for a sleek look. How Do You

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14Nov

Now Offering A New Virtual Service Tool, TechVision by Timesavers

Timesavers Now Offers A New Virtual Service Tool With over 75 years of experience in sanding solutions, we have given our customers technology to help them become more efficient and save time in their operations. We are there for you from the start through

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01Aug

InCompass™ Announces Purchase of the Machinery Division of Mollart Engineering

InCompass™, the umbrella company of world-class brands within the industrial machinery sector has acquired the machinery division of Mollart, a leading manufacturer of deep hole drilling machine tools, including solutions for gun drilling, deep hole boring

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01Aug

InCompass™ Enhances Industrial Machinery Portfolio with Acquisition of Bourn & Koch, Inc.

InCompass™ Enhances Industrial Machinery Portfolio with Acquisition of Bourn & Koch, Inc InCompass™, a platform company of TJM Capital Partners, is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of Bourn & Koch, Inc. As a leading manufacturer of

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31Jul

Industrial Planing vs. Sanding

Planing and sanding are two important woodworking methods, but what are the main differences between them? Compare the two processes below to learn more. What Is Sanding? Sanding is a process that involves using an abrasive material to remove small

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20Jun

Edge Rounding Basics

Sharp edges and corners on sheet metal can be caused when metal parts are stamped, punched, milled or on parts cut by laser, plasma, water jet or guillotine shear. These sharp edges can cause serious injuries during the processing by hand or during assembly.

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22Mar

TJM Capital Partners (TJM) Establishes InCompass™ Group for Manufacturing Sector Holdings

TJM Capital, a private equity investment firm focusing on lower and middle-market growth businesses has established a new platform company, InCompass™, to bring together industrial businesses offering innovative manufacturing solutions. InCompass™

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20Mar

Automating Flat-Part Finishing In The Metal Fabrication Shop

Interview with Timesavers CEO Micah Coleman for The Fabricator Maintaining a fully staffed shop floor is getting more difficult for metal fabricators, with hiring difficulties and trying to balance time-off requests with a limited staff, and that means they

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10Jan
Brush sanding equipment from Timesavers, LLC.

Common Brush Sanding Mistakes

  Rotary brush machines are important pieces of equipment in manufacturing facilities, providing uniform finishing to create high-quality metal and wood products. From deburring and edge finishing to slag and laser oxide removal, rotary brush machines

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04Dec

What is a Rotary Brush Sander?

A rotary brush sander helps those in the manufacturing business clean and prepare materials and products for finishing. Understanding the various types of brushes, wires and applications can help you choose the suitable machine for your needs. Whether you

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18Nov
Cylindrical grinidng machines from Timesavers, LLC.

Types of Cylindrical Grinding Defects

  An essential step in many manufacturing processes is cylindrical grinding, the process of using abrasive grinding to remove material from a workpiece. Various industries use cylindrical metal grinding machines, from automotive and aerospace to military

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29Oct

FABTECH – Where Innovation in the Manufacturing Industry Happens

FABTECH is the place to be for anyone in the manufacturing industry who wants to stay ahead of the curve. Every year, the best and brightest minds in manufacturing congregate at FABTECH to see the latest and greatest technology that the industry has to offer.

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28Oct

The Top 10 Reasons You Should Attend FABTECH 2022

FABTECH is the largest manufacturing show in North America, and it’s returning to Atlanta in November of 2022. Here are the top 10 reasons you should join us. 1. See the latest technology and equipment from over 1,700 exhibitors 2. Learn from keynote

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26Jul
What is automated centerless finishing

What is Automated Cylindrical Finishing

Looking to upgrade and automate your manufacturing systems with a centerless finishing machine? Learn how cylindrical finishing machines work! With unmatched precision and continuous automation, these machines are superior options to manual cylindrical

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18May
Deburring wire brush machine

Deburring Methods

For many industries, it’s critical to have dependable parts and machines that give you consistent, accurate results. Many different projects, particularly those involving metal, require extreme attention to detail and precision to keep your operations

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11Apr

TJM Capital Partners Announces Acquisition of Clausing Industrial and Colchester Machine Tool Solutions

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07Dec
How to remove slag from steel

How to Remove Slag From Steel

Table of Contents How Does Heavy Slag Form? How Slag Grinders Work Finding the Best Slag Removal Equipment Operator Safety Contact Timesavers Today If your business deals with smelting, cutting or otherwise working with steel, you probably have to deal with

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29Nov

Solution Laser Oxide Removal

Before coating or welding or other surface treatments, the side of a metal part must be clean and without laser oxide. The laser oxide removal brushes developed by Timesavers can be used to remove the laser oxide layer without damaging the metal part. An

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22Nov

TJM Capital Partners Announces Acquisition of Midwest Automation LLC

TJM Capital, a private equity investment firm focusing on lower middle-market growth businesses today announced the acquisition of Midwest Automation LLC a leading manufacturer of industrial machinery for metal product finishing. “Midwest Automation is

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06Oct
How to find the best wide belt sander

How to Find the Best Wide Belt Sander

Table of Contents What Are Wide Belt Sanders Used For? How Wide Belt Sanders Benefit Woodworkers Finding the Best Wide Belt Sander for Your Application Choosing the Best Manufacturer Find Industrial Wide Belt Sanders From Timesavers In the woodworking

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24Sep

FABTECH 2021 NEWSLETTER

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23Sep
How to mechanically finish metal

How to Mechanically Finish Metal

After a piece of metal is shaped by a machining process, there’s a chance the surface will contain blemishes and sharp edges that could get in the way of the item’s intended application. By using metal finishing techniques, you can create a

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02Sep

Timesavers Vice President for the Wood Division- Jeff Novak

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28Jul

Lee Hoffmeier Founder of Fort Wayne Industrial Revolution

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26Jul

AWFS Fair 2021 Newsletter

Timesavers, LLC AWFS NEWSLETTER 2021 WRITTEN BY TIMESAVERS, LLC   The week of July 19th, Timesavers was in Las Vegas, NV for AWFS Fair 2021. Our team was in high spirits from the time we arrived until the time we departed Las Vegas. Our team started

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25May
How to sand veneer and lacquer

How to Sand Veneer and Lacquer

Table of Contents Lacquer vs. Veneer — What’s the Difference? Can You Sand Veneer? How to Sand Veneer Can You Sand Lacquer? How to Sand Lacquer Shop Timesavers for Lacquer and Veneer Wood Sanding Equipment When you want to enhance a wood

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17Jan

How Rotary Brush Machines Improve Edge Quality

When fabricating metal or wood products for highly demanding industries, like health care and food processing, there are certain expectations for your edge finishing, such as reliable quality, burr-free surfaces and smoother textures. Yet, traditional

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26Feb

An Introduction to Cabinet Finishing Systems

When it comes to cabinet finishing systems, there are numerous actions that need to take place before a cabinet enters the market. From its drawer sides to its toe kicks, every part of a cabinet needs to meet your company’s high standards before it can be

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26Feb

Finding the Right Machine for Heavy Stock Removal

Heavy stock removal is the process of clearing away large amounts of material (or stock) from a workpiece. For wooden pieces, heavy stock removal necessitates robust sanding or planing solutions with the power and durability to tear through the material

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26Feb

The Secret to Flawless Orbital Sanding

Whether you’re working on furniture, flooring or any other type of woodworking project, orbital sanders are invaluable tools that can help you achieve a flawless finish. These machines come in a variety of different sizes and styles, allowing you to choose

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26Feb

5 Educational Sources on Woodworking We Love

The woodworking industry is constantly evolving and expanding in response to new practices and products. To keep pace with these exciting changes and ensure that your team is fully leveraging all the tools at its disposal, it’s critical to find reliable

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26Feb

Using Dust Collectors for Metalworking

If you specialize in metalworking, you already understand the importance of proper dust collection. Not only can the metal contaminants released during use of a sander pollute the air and dirty up your shop, but they also have the potential to cause dangerous

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26Feb

4 Things You Must Know Before Investing in a Wide Belt Sander

Wide belt sanders are highly versatile machines that work well for a variety of woodworking applications. These powerful industrial solutions make use of combinations of contact drums and platens to finish wooden surfaces, holding tight tolerances while

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26Feb
3 Common Wide Belt Sander Problems

3 Common Wide Belt Sander Problems and How to Fix Them

Table of Contents Damaged or Broken Belt Improper Belt Tracking Overloading or Belt Burning Find a High-Quality Sander at Timesavers Although wide belt sanders are generally reliable machines, you’ll probably run into an issue while using one at one

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22Jan
Sample of foiled metal components

Deburring Foiled Parts

  Part 4 of the 32 & 42 Series Rotary Brush applications mini series will focus on the deburring and edge rounding of foiled parts.   32 & 42 brushes will deburr and edge round foiled products without harming the

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22Jan
Timesavers 32 Series RB machine in action

Arrival of the 32 Series in the US

The first 32 Series Rotary Brush Machine has arrived in the United States. This state of the art Widebelt – Rotary Brush – Widebelt is the perfect machine for edge rounding, deburring, & finishing your parts. The machine comes with all the

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