Tri-C students take honors in tooling, machining contest

Wednesday, January 24th 2007

Students in the Machine Trades Apprenticeship program at Cuyahoga Community College in Cleveland were recently recognized by the National Tooling and Machining Association (NTMA) for receiving three top regional honors in the “Best Apprenticeship” contest. David Apger, who works at Christopher Tool in Solon, placed first; Jeremy Haberman at Lunar Tool Company in North Royalton, placed second; and third place went to Ken Phillips of Christopher... 

Chop Saw features keyless blade change system.

Thursday, January 11th 2007

DeWALT, a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools, announced the introduction of its new heavy-duty 14″ 5.5 max motor HP chop saw with quick-change keyless blade change system (D28715). The D28715 offers end users increased power, more durability and increased productivity through innovation like quick-change. The D28715 is equipped with a 15 amp, 5.5 max motor HP, making it the most powerful chop saw in the industry and providing end... 

Peter Brotherhood Expands Aftermarket Division

Thursday, January 11th 2007

Peterborough-based engineering company Peter Brotherhood Ltd has expanded its Aftermarket Division and opened a new purpose-built engineering service centre dedicated to providing after sales services. The new centre, also based in Peterborough, will service, repair and refurbish reciprocating and rotating machinery manufactured by Peter Brotherhood as well as by other companies. The 500 sq m (5,380 sq ft ) building has been fully equipped with state-of-the-art...