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Symaga invests in new laser, welding technology | World Grain

VILLARTA DE SAN JUAN, SPAIN — Symaga recently installed an 8kw laser that increases its productivity by 50% and allows it to process thicknesses of up to 30 mm.

The laser also provides an overall 75% savings in electricity and reduces the amount of gas during cutting operations. Paper Cutter Laser

Symaga invests in new laser, welding technology | World Grain

Symaga, a manufacturer of galvanized steel silos, is investing to increase productivity while being environmentally friendly.

Its welding section has made progress in real-time monitoring of all tasks performed by robots, allowing the company to gather relevant manufacturing production data.

The new UPN welding group and the new robot are more powerful, since they are made of pulsed arc welding equipment that increases speed and improves work on difficult surface edges. Additionally, ventilated welding screens have been purchased to prevent workers from breathing in welding gases.

The new Iowa State University Kent Feed Mill and Grain Science Complex is nearing completion in Ames, Iowa, US. Feed milling is expected to start this summer with the grain portion of the facility being ready for fall harvest.

Here’s a look at the $30 million educational and research facility that was possible with financial support and equipment donations from grain and feed industry suppliers, state crop groups and feed manufacturers.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, US — The International Association of Operative Millers (IAOM) Annual Conference & Expo gathers milling and allied trade professionals from around the world for three days of education, networking and fellowship. 

Educational and technical programs presented at the conference assist millers in improving yields, productivity, customer satisfaction and safety. The programs are presented by seasoned professionals in the field who have experienced the issues affecting millers first-hand.

Symaga invests in new laser, welding technology | World Grain

Cnc 3 Axis Router The annual conference also includes the world’s largest expo for milling professionals, typically featuring over 100 companies displaying milling and processing equipment and related services.