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27 10, 2015

Customer Spotlight – TEMISKO

2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00October 27th, 2015|

Russellville, October 27, 2015 – Glass. Timber. Windmills. You name it and, chances are, Temisko has carried it. Located in Quebec, Canada and specializing in custom semi-trailers, Temisko has been leading the industry in creating customized applications for their clients’ unique cross-road carrying needs.

Photo courtesy of Temisko.

Photo courtesy of Temisko.

With their commitment to quality service, technological advancement, and breadth of applications it’s no wonder that Temisko chooses Taber as their premier provider of aluminum extrusions, despite the many miles between them. At times 1,559 miles, to be exact.

Since their initial partnership in 2013, Taber has shipped hundreds of thousands of pounds of aluminum shapes to Temisko, but their relationship doesn’t stop there. This past summer, Taber proudly sponsored Temisko in a promotional cross country truck rodeo show in Notre-Dame-Du-Nord, Quebec.

This road trip included an exhibition of three Temisko trailers that journeyed across Ontario and Quebec, spreading brand awareness and generating buzz about Taber’s unique extrusion and aluminum fabrication qualifications. If you happened to catch one of the Temisko trailers riding by from Mid-May to July, you probably saw Taber’s logo displayed on one trailer, promoting El Rodeo.

From extrusions to excursions, Taber is proud to partner with Temisko to achieve a common goal: supplying the highest quality aluminum extrusion products and service to their customers in the U.S., Canada, and beyond.

19 10, 2015

Senator Boozman Visits Taber Extrusions

2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00October 19th, 2015|

Senator Boozman visited the Taber Russellville plant in early October to learn about their broad scope of capabilities.

Mike McDonald, Inside Sales Manager at Taber Extrusions explains pieces manufactured by Taber to Senator John Boozman.

Mike McDonald, Inside Sales Manager at Taber Extrusions explains pieces manufactured by Taber to Senator John Boozman.

WASHINGTON— U.S. Senator John Boozman visited Taber Extrusions headquarters in Russellville Thursday to learn from company executives about the manufacturer’s wide range of products they serve including recent innovations in the military, aerospace and automotive industries.

Taber Russellville specializes in complex and ultra-wide and heavy extrusions, manufacturing aluminum parts which competitors consider difficult or even impossible to do.

“As an industry-leader, Taber Extrusions sets a high standard of quality for its products. The company’s commitment to innovation and excellence is unmatched in the industry. I appreciate the opportunity to see the high-tech work performed at the Russellville facility and I’ll continue to promote pro-growth policies that help businesses in Arkansas compete in the global economy,” Boozman said.

Taber is a full-servicer of aluminum extrusions, offering service such as custom aluminum alloy casting, aluminum machining and testing. These value added services further Taber’s ability to manufacture extrusions with custom alloy chemistries and properties that meet stringent specifications, such as those found in aluminum aircraft and aluminum marine applications. Taber is leading the way with exceptional quality products and the broadest capabilities in the aluminum extrusion industry.

“Taber is very proud to be able to provide American manufacturing jobs in Russellville, Arkansas since 1976, and Gulfport, Mississippi since 1995. We are pleased to be able to show some of our unique capabilities to Senator Boozman and appreciate his enthusiasm and support,” Allan Bennett, Taber’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing, said.

Read original article here.

29 06, 2015

Aluminum-Based Prints Offer New Form Of Wall Decor

2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00June 29th, 2015|

Aluminum is used for many things: manufacturing, packaging, even preserving foods in the form of aluminum foil. And while it’s been used as an art medium in a number of ways — including 3D printing — printing images on aluminum is a relatively recent development. A company called Aluminyze has sought to make this more commercially accessible, and the results are impressive. From GeekDad:

When Aluminyze offered to send some samples of their aluminum prints, I was a bit skeptical. Too many times, print samples are too small to get a feel for the quality, and only use heavy HDR or over-contrast to blast the senses and cover up any deficiencies in the process or materials. It was refreshing, then, when they told me to pick two sample photos myself and they’d send me both large and small prints of them.

For both prints, hanging was a breeze with the attached float mount that brings the print away from the wall. Aluminyze infuses the photo into the aluminum and then applies a UV resistant coating, providing a waterproof, fade and scratch resistant piece of art that, unlike paper that can get damp, wrinkle, tear, and fade, can be cleaned with regular glass cleaner and safely hung in direct sunlight. At $35 for an 8″x10″, on up to over $600 for a gigantic 40″x60″, aluminum prints are comparable to both framed prints and gallery wrap canvas, yet last longer. Aluminyze also offers a variety of sizes, shapes, and mounts for your photos on their website.

Click on through to see detailed reviews of Aluminyze’s qualities. But the short answer is that the company is delivering high-quality prints on a unique surface that’s protected from the usual wear and tear you’ll see with paper.

18 06, 2015

Inside the Machines: EMMEGI Satellite XT

2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00June 18th, 2015|

Emmegi Satellite XT allows for efficient work-piece machining advantages in pendulum mode including multiple set-ups. The work space of our longbed machining center can be divided into two areas, granting us the ability to load and unload on one side while machining on the other side. This expedited machining process saves our customers time and money, while delivering Taber’s definitive level of quality.

18 06, 2015

Inside the Machines: Haas VF 7 and Zeiss CMM4

2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00June 18th, 2015|

The Haas VF-7 is a rugged, large-sized VMC that yields full reliability and accuracy in a large-framed machine. The VF-7 has a 40-taper cartridge spindle driven by a 30 hp vector Dual-Drive (Y-Delta) drive. The VF-7 produces either 75 ft-lb of torque at a low 1400 rpm, or 250 ft-lb at 450 rpm with the optional 2-speed gearbox — and will also run up to 8,100 rpm in 1.2 seconds for finishing aluminum.

Courtesy of Haas Automation: www.haas.co.uk

Through highly accurate scanning technologies, our Zeiss CMM has the ability to capture a fully defined 3D measurement for any of our extruded and fabricated profiles. Having this capability allows us to verify process capability and ensure that our customers receive the highest levels of quality.

18 06, 2015

A Closer Look: Taber’s Extrusion Capabilities

2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00June 18th, 2015|

Joe Gibson, Vice President of Business Development at Taber, gives us a closer look at Taber’s broad extrusion capabilities. Small to large, narrow to wide, solid, multi-hollow, complex, and simple – Taber’s extrusion range can meet virtually any size and specification range. Taber also offers a wide array of aluminum alloys. Taber has recently expanded their fabrication abilities by adding two multi-axis vertical machining centers, as well as a coordinate measuring machine, to their fabrication floor. Joe also gives us an in-depth exploration of these new machines and how they increase Taber’s machining capabilities.

18 06, 2015

Our Capabilities: The Breakdown

2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00June 18th, 2015|

Nobody in the extrusion industry is more diverse than Taber. Here’s why: We begin by designing custom aluminum profiles to meet your extrusion needs. We then offer an extrusion range of less than 1 lb. per foot to over 140 lbs. per foot with intricate multi-hollow capability up to 29 inches, solid capability up to 32 inches, and a full range of aluminum alloys with custom chemistries available. Along the way, we uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, service, and value. We are committed to going above and beyond to exceed your extrusion expectations. Taber. Broadest capabilities in the aluminum industry.

18 06, 2015

More Than Just an Extruder

2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00June 18th, 2015|

It starts with a dream. A dream to fly higher, to go faster, to build stronger. At Taber, we want to make your dreams become reality. First, we define the dream. Our broad capabilities allow for incredible detail and a wide array of options, and we offer design assistance to define the right custom aluminum shape. After selecting one of our many available aluminum alloys, the dream comes to life through our award-winning aluminum extrusion process. But we don’t stop there. Our in-house aluminum fabrication and value added services complete the process with available aluminum machining, welding, finishing, and testing. And our custom supply chain solutions allow us to design the processing and delivery that’s right for you. At Taber, we’re proud to be set apart as more than just an extruder. We’re your full-service partner. If you can dream it, we can shape it.

18 06, 2015

Taber Extrusions Value Added Services

2017-01-26T23:37:28+00:00June 18th, 2015|

At Taber, we go beyond aluminum extrusion with our many value added services, including: Operation of our own aluminum alloy cast house, vertical and horizontal machining, precision cutting and sawing, welding, aluminum ultrasonic testing, finishing services, and custom supply chain solutions to meet your unique processing and delivery needs. Your aluminum extrusion project doesn’t stop at extrusion, so neither do we. We are committed to adding value to each and every Taber experience through service, capabilities, and quality. Taber. Where added value comes standard.

31 03, 2015

The Next Best Thing To Aluminum 3D Printing

2015-06-18T15:33:03+00:00March 31st, 2015|

We recently showed you how aluminum-based 3D printing is bringing customized objects to space. For those of us that can’t afford a 3D printer but enjoy a bit of DIY craftsmanship, here’s the next best thing. The self-proclaimed King Of Random recently put together a how-to video offering a technique that involves styrofoam, aluminum cans, and sand. The result is something pretty close to a 3D printed object, though the process is a little more dangerous than uploading to a 3D printer. From Gizmodo:

If you’re looking for a fun, high-risk weekend project, look no further: Grant Thompson, the self-styled “King of Random”, has decided to shared his method for transforming styrofoam into metal. (Spoiler: don’t try this one around your kids.)

To start, you’ll need to cut a model of your soon-t0-be metal creation out of foam. Thompson suggests using foam board from the dollar store, but foam housing insulation or craft blocks will work just as well. Once assembled, attach a thick foam riser to the top of your model, and bury it in a 5-gallon bucket filled with sand.

Next you’ll have to fire up your homemade metal foundry (if you’ve never made one before, Thompson’s got you covered). Now melt down some aluminum cans and pour the molten metal over your buried foam cast, taking care not to splash anything on yourself. The foam, Thompson explains, will vaporize instantly as liquid aluminum rushes in to take its place. Within a few minutes, your sculpture should be cool enough to remove. Do so carefully, using pliers. You can then polish up your new creation and place it prominently on display.

Click here to go to the full article, including a complete video demonstration by the King of Random. Just remember to use gloves and pliers when you try this yourself.

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