New Product Announcement - TP530 Rotary Table

Provided By Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc.

Schaumburg, IL – January 3, 2013 - KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. delivers state-of-the-art rotary table design.

Catering to the oil, gas and aerospace industries, Kitagawa-NorthTech provides a new state-of-the-art rotary table design displaying an extremely compact body that exhibits a 4x smaller footprint than conventional NCRT designs, with 440 pounds less weight distribution. Even with a significantly smaller body and lower weight, the TP530 upholds a mega through-hole design at 13.6 inches, matching conventional NCRT’s without exceeding table load limitations. Unlike the larger 31.6 inch rotary tables, the TP530 features a low center height of 12.2 inches and high Z-axis clearance. This also provides a comfortable fit within most machines, rather than purchasing a new machine to fit around the rotary table due to excessive size. This advanced mega through-hole model still upholds accuracy, withstands heavy cutting conditions and retains a high clamping force of 6100Nm / 4,499 ft-lb.; which is a perfect design for machining large work pieces such as oil pipes.

Kitagawa-NorthTech is determined to lead the way in Redefining Productivity™ for customers world-wide through continual advancements that significantly cut costs and increase machining possibilities.

About KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH is a leader in the custom design and manufacturing of high performance workholding solutions for lathes and turning centers. For over 30 years industry leaders have trusted Kitagawa-NorthTech to increase productivity through focused application analysis and superior precision and performance. Utilizing an in house network of engineers and consultants to customize workholding solutions, Kitagawa-NorthTech has proven success at Redefining Productivity™. 

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.
 

301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173

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Kitagawa-NorthTech Increases Business Development in Michigan

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Schaumburg, IL – December 17, 2012 – KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. Focuses on Michigan manufacturing through targeted business development.

Kitagawa-NorthTech will increase business development efforts in Michigan due to escalated demand for customized workholding solutions and support services. This growth trend inspired Kitagawa-NorthTech to acquire a new Business Development Manager to support business initiatives for all Michigan machining operations. Bill Jodway joins the Kitagawa-NorthTech Business Development Management team with over 30 years’ experience in engineering and management positions.

Bill’s career expands across all spectrums of manufacturing and machining, from a Journeyman toolmaker to purchasing, sales and project management (AMTDA CMTSE certification). His most recent role, a top performing Regional Sales Manager in workholding, will enrich the scope of Kitagawa-NorthTech’s sales division through enhanced account development processes, progressive sales programs and high performance management strategies.

Bill’s depth of engineering knowledge, coupled with his extraordinary sales and management achievements, compliments Kitagawa-NorthTech’s mission to help customers Redefine Productivity™.

About KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.
 

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH is a leader in the custom design and manufacturing of high performance workholding solutions for lathes and turning centers. For over 30 years industry leaders have trusted Kitagawa-NorthTech to increase productivity through focused application analysis and superior precision and performance. Utilizing an in house network of engineers and consultants to customize workholding solutions, Kitagawa-NorthTech has proven success at Redefining Productivity™.

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.  

301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173

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KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. brings comprehensive repair service team to customer’s facilities.

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Excellence in Redefining Productivity™ for customers worldwide is Kitagawa-NorthTech’s primary focus. Continually shaping solutions and operations to better serve customers, Kitagawa-NorthTech expanded their current in-house repair service program to include an on-site repair option to meet the needs of machine shops requiring minimal down-time for repairs. Providing this service allows operations to save time and money on shipping damaged components to a repair center, which can cost operations thousands of dollars in lost revenue. With on-site repair, expert technicians will analyze the workholding and provide an immediate, in-person diagnosis of the problem. Service time is cut drastically and can be completed within one day, depending on the difficulty of the restoration. During the evaluation and repair, technicians will educate operators on preventative maintenance processes.

With Kitagawa-NorthTech’s high performance workholding solutions, coupled with comprehensive repair and rebuild capabilities for old or damaged parts, customers can count on Kitagawa-NorthTech to help keep their operation turning towards higher productivity and profits.

About KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH is a leader in the custom design and manufacturing of high performance workholding solutions for turning and machining centers. For over 30 years industry leaders have trusted Kitagawa-NorthTech to increase productivity through focused application analysis and superior precision and performance. Utilizing an in house network of engineers and consultants to customize workholding solutions, Kitagawa-NorthTech has proven success at Redefining Productivity™.

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.

301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173

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KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. introduces new auto eccentric chuck to their family of products.

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Colleen Juhl, Marketing Manager

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.

Phone: 800.222.4138

Web Site: www.kitagawa.com

Email: info@kitagawa.com

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH is a leader in the custom design and manufacturing of high performance workholding solutions for turning and machining centers. For over 30 years industry leaders have trusted Kitagawa-NorthTech to increase productivity through focused application analysis and superior precision and performance. Utilizing an in house network of engineers and consultants to customize workholding solutions, Kitagawa-NorthTech has proven success at Redefining Productivity™.

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KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. Announces business solution platforms and new advancements showcased at IMTS 2012.

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Schaumburg, IL – August 6, 2012. KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. to showcase diverse custom business solutions, new workholding advancements and presents “How to Ensure Optimal Results from your Workholding” at IMTS 2012.

IMTS 2012 will be a valuable forum for Kitagawa-NorthTech to showcase how they Redefine Productivity™ and help increase profits through a display of core solution segments representing how to: Reduce Setup, Reduce Scrap, Increase Throughput and Stabilize Processes. Each platform will demonstrate to customers the range of services provided by the Kitagawa-NorthTech team that reaches Beyond the Chuck™ - from engineering consultation to superior workholding solutions matched precisely upon constraint experienced.

Demonstrated at Kitagawa-NorthTech’s IMTS Booth #W-2412:

Productivity Team™: This core team of engineering and workholding specialists was established by Kitagawa-NorthTech to solve complex productivity obstacles with immediate and progressive solutions.

Custom Engineered Solutions:  Discover how Kitagawa-NorthTech travels through application review to final concept in order to solve any workholding constraint. Every custom solution is specifically designed to meet the needs of the customer, accelerating productivity and profit gains.

New Advancements:  Custom developed steady rests designed to fit securely into standard and long turning center beds. This new design allows optimal clearance for clamping and turret operations. This original solution securely holds long and narrow work pieces for closer tolerances, turning accuracy and repeatability. View these steady rests in action on the Puma 3100ULY in the Doosan Infracore America Corporation and Engineering Center Booth # S-8100.

Precision Products:  Kitagawa-NorthTech will display an extensive representation of precision workholding solutions for turning and machining centers: Large and standard chucks, samples of custom engineered solutions, steady rests, rotary tables, fixtures and more!

Repair, Rebuild, Installation and Training Services:   Kitagawa-NorthTech will show the comprehensive systems utilized by their top level experts to help improve productivity.

Kitagawa-NorthTech’s COO, Tim Winard, will present at IMTS “How to Ensure Optimal Results From Your Workholding”This session will cover topics such as: The questions to ask to find the best workholding fit for your operation; What results are desired and why; More than just a chuck: Anatomy of what a perfect solution is for your application and why; Benchmarking and measuring. 

Date: Tuesday, September 11th
Time:  3:00p - 3:55p

Room:  W-194B

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KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. adds support to sales division’s Productivity Team with the addition of a new Sales Engineer.

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Schaumburg, IL. July 31, 2012 – KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. creates more opportunity to increase customer support by adding a new Sales Engineer to Productivity Team™ within the sales division.  

Kitagawa-NorthTech is pleased to announce the addition of Frank Speer to the role of Sales Engineer to help balance the flow of customer support needs and custom solution consultation within the Productivity Team. Mr. Speer comes to Kitagawa-NorthTech with over 15 year manufacturing experience coupled with high proficiency in computer and networking consultation services, security and repair. Frank began his manufacturing career as a Manufacturing Engineer where he managed rebuilding machines, manufacturing parts, conducted purchasing activities and used AutoCAD and Smart Cam to program CNC steel cutting equipment. Strengthening his capabilities, Frank moved into a Service Engineer position where he designed, built and serviced custom grinding systems. Mr. Speer’s next moved into the position of Parts Manager and controlled the purchasing and utilization of World Information Systems software, inventory control and managed building maintenance.

With a wide range of proficiency, Frank will be a great asset to Kitagawa-NorthTech’s promise to Redefine Productivity™ for customers Nationwide.
 

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.
301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173

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Engineering capabilities increased to supplement domestic manufacturing efforts.

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Schaumburg, IL – April 25th, 2012 – KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. gains new manufacturing engineer to help supplement domestic manufacturing efforts.

During the past year Kitagawa-NorthTech has made great strides to improve customer delivery on essential accessories by increasing in-house manufacturing of adapter plates, draw tubes, t-nuts and other valuable products. This aggressive task involves equipping the Kitagawa-NorthTech manufacturing plant with the proper machines and personnel. To help in this effort, Kitagawa-NorthTech expanded the engineering group and welcomed in a new manufacturing engineer to the team. Peter Contos comes to Kitagawa-NorthTech with over 35 years of manufacturing and engineering experience. Peter’s talents range across the spectrum, including: CNC programming of lathes and horizontal mills, conducting lean manufacturing studies, production planning and scheduling, create process drawings, training/educational forums and much more! “Our continued mission, to Redefine Productivity for our customers, energizes our organization to constantly evolve our business platform to fit every need”, states Colleen Juhl, Marketing Manager. 

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301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173

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KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. develops new custom designed steady rest for Haas ST-40 turning centers.

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Schaumburg, IL – April 20^th, 2012 - KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. develops new custom designed steady rest for Haas ST-40 turning centers.


Advancing product families and developing new innovations to fit specific machining needs is just one way Kitagawa-NorthTech Redefines Productivity™ for customers worldwide. The most recent addition to Kitagawa-NorthTech’s family of solutions is a custom designed steady rest for the Haas ST-40 high performance turning centers.

This compact designed steady rest is manufactured to compliment and support the extreme rigidity and heavy cutting capabilities of these large capacity machines. The ST-40 steady rest was designed to the exact specifications provided by Haas to rest comfortably in the bed and allow ample clearance for clamping and turret operations. This diverse model has the capability to grip up to 310 millimeters / 12.20 inches. Offering a perfect fit solution, to provide smoother installation and eliminate “work-around” conditions, Kitagawa-NorthTech packages the ST-40 application as a complete kit. “We are driven to provide the most comprehensive and unmatched workholding technologies to the manufacturing community. By continually advancing innovations and operational processes, we are able to lead the way in helping customers Redefine Productivity™ and achieve profitable gains”, states Stuart Fishman, Kitagawa-NorthTech’s Business Development Manager, OEM Machine Tool Division.

 
KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.
301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173

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KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. awards the first annual Machine Dealer of the year award for outstanding sales in 2011.

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Schaumburg, IL – April 2, 2012 – KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. proudly presented Hartwig, Inc. as the Machine Dealer of the Year for outstanding sales in 2011.

The Hartwig Group was recognized for the exceptional level of sales generation conducted in 2011. A well-deserved achievement, Hartwig proved to be a powerhouse as they exceeded a 64% increase in Kitagawa brand sales over prior year. This profound activity has ignited additional support for the Hartwig team as they prove to be a valuable partner to Kitagawa-NorthTech. Stuart Fishman, Kitagawa-NorthTech’s Business Development Manager – OEM Machine Tool Division, states “I want to personally thank the entire Hartwig team for the support they have shown us throughout the years and for a remarkable 2011. I’m eager to continue growing our partnership with Hartwig and providing their team with superior innovations and support to propel continued success throughout 2012 - and for many more years to come”.  

Kitagawa-NorthTech focused on Redefining Productivity™ for partners, customers and within its organization throughout 2011. Such an aggressive mission has boasted surmountable results for customer’s world-wide through a dedicated customer support group, high-precision innovations and unmatched quality. According to Joe McGoldrick, Kitagawa-NorthTech’s National Sales and Marketing Manager, “These values are central to Kitagawa-NorthTech and imbedded within its core. Our most successful alignments are with partners like the Hartwig Group that embody these same values”.

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH is a leader in the custom design and manufacturing of high performance workholding solutions for lathes and turning centers. Industry leaders trust Kitagawa-NorthTech to increase productivity through focused application analysis and superior performance. Utilizing an in house network of engineers and consultants to customize workholding solutions, Kitagawa-NorthTech has proven success at Redefining Productivity™.

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KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. establishes strategic business solutions team to streamline support to customers.

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Schaumburg, IL – March 22, 2012 – KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. launches Productivity Team™ to accelerate solution delivery and support to customers.

Entering 2012 with a new brand direction has propelled Kitagawa-NorthTech to advance business processes and introduce a new cross-functional team to its ranks: The Productivity Team. Committed to excellence, this select group is charged with a mission to assist customers in discovering the ultimate solution to improve productivity and enhance profit growth. This structured team is comprised of individuals specializing in engineering design management, business development management and customer solution delivery. Bill Graham, Productivity Team Lead, states, “We are enriching our services by providing customers with a dedicated team that is focused on solving machining challenges; thus resulting in rapid solution delivery to help our customers extend productivity and achieve higher profits”. This new team goes Beyond the Chuck™ to bring a true partnership to customers and “supply real solutions, to real problems, in real time”, according to Kitagawa-NorthTech’s COO, Tim Winard. ­

By advancing operational processes, Kitagawa-NorthTech will continue to help customers Redefine Productivity™ and create an ideal environment for outstanding success.

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KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. increases customer support with the addition of a new Business Development Manager

Provided By Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc.

Colleen Juhl, Marketing Manager

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.
Phone: 800.222.4138

Web Site: www.kitagawa.com

Email: info@kitagawa.com

Schaumburg, IL – February 7, 2012 – KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. is proud to announce the appointment of Kevin Bennett, CPM, as the new Business Development Manager for the Northeast region.

Kitagawa-NorthTech responds to increased growth and heightened market demands with the appointment of Kevin Bennett, CPM, to the role of Business Development Manager for the Northeast region, with additional concentration on Doosan and Methods Machine accounts nationwide. Mr. Bennett’s distinguished career spans across four decades with proven success and in depth knowledge in manufacturing which includes: process planning, material and tool selection, metallurgy and machinability, workholding design, CNC programming, production planning, computer sciences and is a certified project manager. Throughout his career, Mr. Bennett has strengthened business platforms for customers by providing turn-key innovative solutions, training and consultation. These assets will help further propel Kitagawa-NorthTech’s promise to Redefine Productivity™ and create an ideal environment for outstanding success for customers.

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH is a leader in the custom design and manufacturing of high performance workholding solutions for lathes and turning centers. For over 30 years industry leaders have trusted Kitagawa-NorthTech to increase productivity through focused application analysis and superior precision and performance. Utilizing an in house network of engineers and consultants to customize workholding solutions, Kitagawa-NorthTech has proven success at Redefining Productivity™.

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.

301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173

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KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. Market growth inspires more service support with the announcement of a new Business Development Manager

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Schaumburg, IL – March 1, 2012 – KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. announces the appointment of Kathy O’Connell as the new Business Development Manager for the Midwest.

Continual growth in the market has invoked an immediate response from Kitagawa-NorthTech to expand business support with the appointment of Kathy O’Connell as Business Development Manager for the Midwest. Kathy brings to Kitagawa-NorthTech over 20 years in OEM machine tool builders, machine dealers and manufacturing experience. Most recently Kathy held a Sales position with the US operations for Chevin Tools. Prior to Chevin Tools, Kathy managed overseas manufacturing responsibilities at Yamazaki Mazak in Worcester, UK and was a District Manager with Ellison Machine Tool and Robotics. Kathy earned the AMTDA certification of CMTSE as well as served on the Certification Committee.

Building a solid foundation to help customers grow their profits and Redefine Productivity™ is the primary mission for Kathy and Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc.

Contact Kathy O’Connell at koconnell@kitagawa.com

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH is a leader in the custom design and manufacturing of high performance workholding solutions for lathes and turning centers. For over 30 years industry leaders have trusted Kitagawa-NorthTech to increase productivity through focused application analysis and superior precision and performance. Utilizing an in house network of engineers and consultants to customize workholding solutions, Kitagawa-NorthTech has proven success at Redefining Productivity™.

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.
301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173

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Kitagawa-NorthTech participates in internship program to help strengthen manufacturing’s future.

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Schaumburg, IL – July 26, 2011 – Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc. has joined forces with the Illinois Worknet, Medusa Consulting and the “Golden Corridor” (an expansive manufacturing core of businesses stretching along I-90 in northern Illinois) to launch an eight week pilot internship program. Driving this effort is the principal need to introduce young adults (18-21) from the local community to the many great career opportunities manufacturing has to offer. Individuals participating will obtain real work experience ranging from hands-on machine shop and service department projects to warehousing. Expanding upon this program, Kitagawa-NorthTech will also educate their interns about engineering, sales and customer service capacities; displaying the depth of manufacturing professions. Tim Winard, Chief Operating Officer of Kitagawa-NorthTech, acted immediately upon this opportunity stating, “When we learned that this pilot program would be introducing young people to the world of manufacturing, I knew immediately this was something special and we wanted to be involved. It is a very exciting opportunity to know that the next (8) weeks will provide a life-long impression of the manufacturing industry, how business functions and how it might shape their own career in manufacturing. We are glad that we had a chance to participate and hope for the success of all the participants”.

For more information contact Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc.

301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173

Phone: 800.222.4138

Email: info@kitagawa.com

Web Site: www.kitagawa.com

About Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc.
Kitagawa-NorthTech has expert engineers and consultants on staff to ensure every measure is taken to analyze and design specific workholding solutions for lathe and turning center shop needs. Kitagawa-NorthTech is driven to deliver value and focused on helping end users to reduce cycle times, reduce setup and downtime, decrease scrap, increase through put, increase consistency and help grow customer profits.

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Kitagawa-NorthTech helps extend chuck life, strengthen grip force and improve safety.

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Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc. strengthened their supplemental chuck offerings by adding an advanced lubrication solution, Chuck Grease Pro.

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Kitagawa-NorthTech Expands Workholding Productivity Offerings

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Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc. added to their product line the BBT200 series, a two jaw version of the BB200, to help customers achieve increased productivity and reduced costs.  

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DL SERIES POWER CHUCKS FROM KITAGAWA OFFER THE LATEST IN ROTATIONAL WORKHOLDING INNOVATION

Provided By Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc.

Kitagawa’s DL Series Dual Lock Power Chuck is the newest innovation in rotational workholding. The DL Series represents the first radial guideway power chuck with no jaw lifting, and z-axis repeatability near zero. Because traditional workholding solutions for length control involve some form of "pull back" chuck, jaw stroke length is typically compromised. Also, traditional solutions may interfere with the z-axis loading of the workpiece. Kitagawa's new DL Series Power Chuck directly addresses these design challenges. The DL Series Chuck actuates and clamps the workpiece using traditional radial actuation. Then, in the second part of the actuation, as the chuck develops gripping force the DL Series Chuck performs a final axial, z-axis pull-back movement to a fixed stop. This unique two-step actuation ensures highly accurate length control and superb axial repeatability. The DL Series Chuck features wide gripping diameters, for both I.D. and O.D. gripping. The Kitagawa DL is sealed to keep dust particles out and lubrication in, it allows for seating confirmation and is ideal for use in automation lines. The DL-Series Power Chuck is available in 6" and 8" sizes and accepts conventional serrated jaws. For more information, contact NorthTech Workholding Inc., 301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173, Phone: (800) 222- 4138, Fax: (847) 310-9484, email: inquiry@ntwhi.com, or visit NorthTech Workholding's Web site at: www.ntwhi.com.

KITAGAWA AND NORTHTECH WORKHOLDING COME TOGETHER AS ONE COMPANY TO BECOME KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH INC.

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The exclusive U.S. representative of Kitagawa products in North and South America, NorthTech Workholding has now joined forces with Kitagawa Iron Works to become; Kitagawa-NorthTech Inc. effective 10-1-06. Combined, the two companies will offer the highest level of workholding solutions, global engineering collaboration, as well as improved customer service and support throughout North and South America. As Kitagawa-NorthTech Inc, the two companies will exchange and share their individual technical expertise, offering customers more advanced application solutions and enhance their offerings to high volume manufacturers. The company will also draw on its advanced global engineering capabilities, using both the resources of Kitagawa Iron Works in Japan and Kitagawa-NorthTech Inc. in the United States. The newly formed Kitagawa-NorthTech Inc. brings to market Kitagawa’s vast workholding experience being the chuck of choice for the majority of major lathe manufacturers. Kitagawa-NorthTech Inc. offers the most comprehensive workholding product offering including: standard 3 Jaw Chucks, Pull Back, Quick Change, Wheel Chucks, Super Large Bore, High Speed, Counter Balanced, Closed Center, Long Stroke, Four Jaw Self Centering, Finger Chucks, Self Contained Air Chucks, Ultra High Precision, Specialty Chucks and a full product offering of high quality Cylinders. Kitagawa-NorthTech Inc. also offers workholding solutions from Tecnomors and Rotomors. Kitagawa-NorthTech Inc engineers design, test, deliver and install Custom Workholding for your specific application meeting the strictest workholding requirements. For more information visit www.kitagawa.com or contact Kitagawa-NorthTech Inc., 301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173, Phone: (800) 222- 4138, Fax: (847) 310-9484 Email: info@kitagawa.com.

KITAGAWA INTRODUCES ML SERIES EXTRA LONG JAW STROKE SPECIALTY CHUCKS FOR ODD SHAPED WORKPIECES

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Kitagawa’s new ML Series satisfies the industry’s demand for extra long jaw stroke specialty chucks. The ML Series is part of the Kitagawa niche based specialty workholding offered by NorthTech Workholding. Kitagawa has engineered a long jaw stroke power chuck available in three, two and single jaw configurations. The Kitagawa ML 3-jaw configuration is a long stroke chuck with up to 1” stroke per jaw as standard. This chuck is ideal for gripping workpieces with flanges that must be swallowed requiring the jaws to open far enough to clear the larger diameter flange and grip on the smaller diameter datums. The MLT is Kitagawa’s 2-jaw long stroke chuck. It is ideally suited for square, rectangular or unusually shaped workpieces. The single jaw version of Kitagawa’s long stroke chuck is the MLV. It incorporates a custom designed fixed locator or jig for locating workpieces. All three configurations are available in 6” or 8” sizes. The ML Series power chucks feature unique functionality allowing workholding engineers to satisfy the most challenging of today workholding applications. For more information, contact NorthTech Workholding Inc., 301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173, Phone: (800) 222- 4138, Fax: (847) 310-9484, email: inquiry@ntwhi.com, or visit NorthTech Workholding's Web site at: www.ntwhi.com.

KITAGAWA'S LATEST WHEEL CHUCK OFFERS ADVANCED PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY FEATURES

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Kitagawa's FG56L Series automobile wheel chucks are now available from NorthTech Workholding. The FG56L Series offers wheel manufacturers advanced performance, part seating confirmation, higher throughput and exceptional quality. Utilizing Kitagawa’s advanced design principles, the FG56L Series eliminates crashes and the potential for damage that can occur due to misloads. This expertly designed wheel chuck reduces downtime, labor and parts costs, while ensuring safe operation. Further reducing operating costs, the FG56L Series requires only two levers to accommodate wheels ranging from 13" to 20” diameters. Kitagawa's emphasis on quality translates into a better concept, design, fit and finish with the FG56L Series. In fact, running at speeds of up to 2,500 rpm, the FG56L will produce super finishes. The fully assembled FG56L comes prebalanced from the factory within 3 grams at the O.D. and ready to install. “Turnkey” solutions and installation are available from NorthTech Workholding. NorthTech Workholding also offers motorcycle and truck wheel chucks from Kitagawa - all are durable and easy to set up, and they provide quick size -to -size change over. For more information, contact NorthTech Workholding Inc., 301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173, Phone: (800) 222- 4138, Fax: (847) 310-9484, email: inquiry@ntwhi.com, or visit NorthTech Workholding's Web site at: www.ntwhi.com.

KITAGAWA'S NEW PLS PULL LOCK WORK GRIPPER PROVIDES OPTIMUM ACCURACY AND PART LENGTH CONTROL

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Kitagawa’s PLS Series Pull Down Work Grippers offer superior part stability during machining center operations. Consistent gripping forces along with axial, pull down actuation, provide accurate length control on the Z axis. These key features can be of significant value to the aerospace industry and other demanding industries. Now there is precision work gripper with the same trusted Kitagawa engineering as their proven lathe workholding equipment. An alternative to conventional jigs, the PLS Series is suitable for a variety of workholding applications. The PLS Series Work Gripper is fully sealed against chip and coolant contamination, perfect for those tough machining environments. An optional seating detection system is ideal for automated processes requiring feedback from the workholding device, ensuring correct part location. The compact (low profile for clearance) and lightweight PLS Series is easy to install and set up. The PLS Series is available in 4”, 6” and 8” diameters. Two or more units can be grouped together for even greater productivity. NorthTech Workholding, Inc., the exclusive U.S. Representative of Kitagawa products in North America and Brazil, offers the highest quality and versatility in workholding. NorthTech's experienced team of workholding engineers can provide custom workholding solutions for your specific applications. For more information, please contact NorthTech Workholding Inc., 301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173, Phone: (800) 222- 4138, Fax: (847) 310-9484, email: inquiry@ntwhi.com, or visit NorthTech Workholding's Web site at: www.ntwhi.com.

Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc. announces new line of soft jaws.

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Kitagawa-NorthTech is proud to announce a new line of soft jaws, the KSB Soft Jaw Series, manufactured and stocked at Kitagawa-NorthTech’s facility in Schaumburg, Illinois. KSB soft jaws are produced in inches and can be ordered in 2 and 3 jaw sets. Special sizes and configurations can be quickly provided.

“We are driven to provide the most comprehensive and unmatched workholding products to the manufacturing sector. By continually advancing our operational capabilities, we are able to lead the way in helping customers Redefine Productivity™”, Colleen Johnson, Marketing Manager.

About KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.
KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH is a leader in the custom design and manufacturing of high performance workholding solutions for turning and machining centers. For over 30 years industry leaders have trusted Kitagawa-NorthTech to increase productivity through focused application analysis and superior precision and performance. Utilizing an in house network of engineers and consultants to customize workholding solutions, Kitagawa-NorthTech has proven success at Redefining Productivity™.

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.

301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173

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KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. introduces new wireless grip force meter.

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Maximizing chuck performance is critical to stabilizing the machining process and maintaining high repeatability and part quality. To help customers improve and monitor the stability of their chuck, Kitagawa-NorthTech introduces a new wireless grip force gauge to their family of chuck accessories. Designed to quickly and accurately measure holding force and RPM on a chuck, this sensor can take measurements when the chuck is static or dynamic, greatly increasing opportunities for more accurate readings. There are two standard sizes available: 72 mm sensors measure 2 and 3 jaw chucks, and a 125mm sensor that measures 2, 3 and 4 jaw chucks. Complete sets are available in both sizes containing a sensor, standard rest pads, RPM magnetic wand, display and padded carrying case. Custom sensors and extension rings for larger size chucks are also available.

About KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.
 

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH is a leader in the custom design and manufacturing of high performance workholding solutions for turning and machining centers. For over 30 years industry leaders have trusted Kitagawa-NorthTech to increase productivity through focused application analysis and superior precision and performance. Utilizing an in house network of engineers and consultants to customize workholding solutions, Kitagawa-NorthTech has proven success at Redefining Productivity™.

KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC.
301 E. Commerce Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173

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