Aluminum Extrusions leader Taber Extrusions is proud to
announce the addition of one of the largest direct presses in
North America, a 10,000-ton press
equipped with a 16-inch container. This state-of-the-art
installation, set to go live in 2026, is specifically designed to
meet the rigorous demands of the aerospace, defense, and heavy
industrial markets.
RUSSELLVILLE, Ark., July 23,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Taber Extrusions is dedicated to
investing in cutting-edge technologies, providing unparalleled
capabilities in the extrusion industry. If a job can be done, it
can be done at Taber.
Reflecting this commitment, Taber Extrusions is proud
to announce the addition of one of the largest direct presses in
North America, a 10,000-ton press
equipped with a 16-inch container. This state-of-the-art
installation, set to go live in 2026, is specifically designed to
meet the rigorous demands of the aerospace, defense, and heavy
industrial markets.
The new press will offer advanced heat solutions and is capable
of handling both hard and soft alloys, ensuring versatility and
superior performance. This significant investment underscores Taber
Extrusions' commitment to providing cutting-edge technology and
expanding its capabilities to serve our national defense partners
and beyond.
Design and Capability
The state-of-the-art 10,000 UST Front Load, Direct press boasts
cutting-edge machinery featuring a 16" (406mm) container and can
handle profiles up to 600mm wide. Designed for reliability, it
includes a pre-stressed press frame with laminated tie-rods and
compression boxes supplied by SMS Group.
For quality assurance, the press is equipped with a linear guide
for precise alignment and a movable butt shear with an adjustable
gap. Safety is paramount, with a blast shield and integrated camera
to enhance operational security. This new press sets a new standard
in the industry, combining advanced design, robust reliability,
superior quality, and uncompromising safety.
Reliability
Our state-of-the-art design incorporates an IAS Induction Heater
for billet taper and a comprehensive Log Wash System, ensuring
superior quality. The new system features vertical log storage for
increased capacity. Additionally, our TERS System enhances energy
efficiency, saving 6-8% in energy consumption. This innovative
technology reaffirms our commitment to quality, capacity, and
sustainability in extrusion processes.
Quality
Downstream of the press we will incorporate the latest COMETAL
Engineering technology which features a high-performance
multi-spray zone profile quench with a cooling recipe system, and
quench and cooling simulation for advanced product development. The
in-line solution heat-treatment and aging process allows us to meet
AMS 2750 Class 1/2, Type B, CQI-9, and AMS 2772 specifications,
ensuring top-notch quality. Additionally, the system includes an
AGV System and adjustable racks for increased capacity and
efficiency. These upgrades reinforce our commitment to excellence
and innovation in the extrusion industry.
About Taber Extrusions
Taber Extrusions, a minority-owned business enterprise, is AS
9100, NADCAP, and ABS certified. Since its founding in 1973, Taber
has pioneered the process of extruding rectangular billet, enabling
the extrusion of solid profiles up to 31 inches wide and hollows up
to 29 inches. In 1995, Taber expanded by acquiring an extrusion
facility in Gulfport, MS, which
includes a cast house and two additional presses, along with
multiple expansions of value-added fabrication services. Taber
continues to extrude billet in a wide range of alloys and sizes,
including 7" billet molds.
The company has diversified its markets beyond the military to
include aerospace, automotive, marine, infrastructure, and sporting
goods, among others. For these markets, Taber supplies extruded
products in a variety of soft and hard alloys. In 2018, Taber
further expanded its capabilities by adding ultra-precision
extrusions, allowing them to better serve customers in the
electronics, computer, and medical industries.
In 2019, Taber announced their new stir-welding further serving
marine, defense, and infrastructure sectors. More recently, Taber
added a new Haas VF-12 CNC Machine to its operations. Taber evolves
to meet the client's needs, providing the Shape of Endless
Possibilities.
Press Contact: Chad Fishback,
(806)724-6954, https://taberextrusions.com/
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