To fill an observed need in the roofing industry, Formtek Group Inc. is now manufacturing a w-valley die for rotorized vendors. This tool forms a w-style valley that is used primarily in...
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Diversified Manufacturer of Steel Components Adds Product Line with Accessory System from Formtek
A Colombian diversified manufacturer of steel components recently purchased a B&K Accessory System from Formtek. This system is tooled up with angles and furring channels which can be made in...
Flexible Fabrication System Manufacturer Adds Formtek Tooling
A European manufacturer of flexible fabrication systems recently added a roll forming tooling set to a system for making furnace wrappers. This an entirely new system for the manufacturer, who...
School Bus Manufacturer Increases Efficiency with Updated Roll Former
Formtek recently supplied a major school bus manufacturer with a new roll forming system for use in producing the roof bows that make up the top structure of school bus cabins. Previously, this...
Building System Manufacturer Gains Competitive Edge with High Capacity Machines
A designer and manufacturer of commercial modular building systems in Ontario, Canada, recently acquired a B&K 3-TSR Supermill and a B&K Accessory...
Industrial Furnace Manufacturer Expands Capabilities with New Roll Formers
Formtek recently supplied two roll formers to a U.S. manufacturer of industrial furnaces and ovens. This manufacturer’s production needs had changed, and “they wanted to expand their capabilities to...
In-sourcing Rollforming Production
Formtek Group Inc. recently supplied a roll forming line to a Memphis-based manufacturer of weather-stripping, threshold products, lite kits, louvers and glass for commercial wood and steel doors....
Manufacturing Day 2016 at Formtek
On October 7, 2016, Formtek Group Inc. hosted over 200 students and 19 exhibitors for their annual Manufacturing Day. Nationally, the day is celebrated to bring light to the exciting diversity of...
How & When To Lubricate Gear Drives – And Cut Costs
The proper lubrication of gear drives is very important because of the relatively high cost of replacing gears. For treatment purposes, two types of gear drive must be recognized: Fully enclosed...
Italian Metal Surfacing Equipment Giant Joins Forces with Formtek
CLEVELAND, OH - Formtek, Inc. has struck up a new partnership as the exclusive North American distributor for Bossi s.r.l. of Abbiategrasso, Italy. With over forty years in the industry, Bossi is...