Walter Meier Group
Elgin, IL 60123
If It's Not a Wilton B.A.S.H It's Just Another Sledge Hammer
LaVergne, TN - The Wilton® B.A.S.H® Sledge Hammers with Unbreakable(TM) Handle Technology are the world's most durable hammers. No other sledge hammers on the market today can endure the same degree of punishing treatment. Here's a prime example: It's not often when you see a sledge hammer fastened to vehicle's bumper. But in this case, it was no ordinary sledge hammer, it was a...
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2012 Jet Metalforming Machines Help Shops Form with a Vengeance
LaVergne, TN - Forming with a vengeance is the spirit behind the 2012 JET® metalforming lineup. These durable machines are capable of creating innovative product designs, applying precision metalforming techniques and providing over-and-above customer service. They are meant for professionals and enthusiasts who believe metalforming is more than just a job or project - it's a passion. JET's...
Read More »New Jet Electric Chain Hoists and Trolleys Give Wide Range of Projects a Lift
ELGIN, ILL. - The new JET® SS Series Single Speed Heavy Duty Electric Chain Hoists and JET DS Series Dual Speed Heavy Duty Electric Chain Hoists put plenty of lifting power into a variety of assembly, repair and maintenance jobs. Dual-speed (DS) hoists provide the added advantage of matching lifting and lowering speeds to different tasks, whether precisely aligning subassemblies or quickly...
Read More »Drum Lifter/Dispensers handle drums up to 800 lb.
JET® Drum Lifter/Dispensers feature hardened steel chain and lever assembly to attach and release 55 gal steel drums and also include OSHA-approved frame and drum sleeves. With positive tilt lock on drum saddle to hold it, manual model can be rotated 360° in either direction when lock is released. Geared model has low-effort chain control, which allows operator to tilt drum using...
Read More »Drum Handling Accessories are heavy-duty powder coated.
JET Drum Tongs have 1,000 lb capacity for lifting 55 gallon drums with overhead hoist. Model 262001 works with open top or tight-head steel drums and plastic drums with large or x-Large rings, while 262002 features release lever that allows hooks to fall and then secure drum's rim. JET Drum Lifter bears loads up to 770 lbs and can be used with overhead hoist or hooked from forklift truck. JET...
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Horizontal Production Bandsaw is fully automatic.
Model 7112A, 12 in. bandsaw has precision carbide and ball bearing blade guide assemblies mounted on dual adjustable arms. It provides proper blade alignment, blade support, and consistent square cuts. Equipped with direct drive gearbox and motor drive system, saw blade is powered without use of belts. Model 7112A includes AC inverter, infinitely variable speed control (65 to 400 sfm), fully...
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Machine combines belt and edge-milling capabilities.
Constructed of cast iron, medium to heavy-duty Model 4500 sands, grinds, surface finishes, deburrs, chamfers, and bevels. Table tilts 45° out and 20° in, while cast iron v-table tilts to allow 15°, 30°, and 45° angle cuts. Unit includes one-piece steel stand with anti-vibratory, adjustable motor mounts, 3 in. milling cutter head, and 8 carbide inserts. Platen can be...
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Cold Saw includes safety electrical package.
Model F315SX semi-automatic cold saw is ideal for cutting low and high carbon steels, medium gauge tubes and profiles. PLC on semi-automatic models allows operator to set saw head at height of cut and press a button on control panel to memorize location. Head descends and retracts automatically which reduces operator fatigue, and results in faster cutting times, longer blade life, and greater...
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Bandsaw handles small and large work pieces.
Model 7014 8 x 13 in. horizontal bandsaw includes rapid acting vise to allow miter cutting to 45°. Adjustable ball bearing and carbide guides along with carbide pads ensure proper blade alignment. Rigid steel and cast iron construction of head and base eliminates vibration and deflection. Work stop is adjustable for workpiece length and width. Heavy duty oil bath powertrain and adjustable...
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If It's Not a Wilton B.A.S.H It's Just Another Sledge Hammer
LaVergne, TN - The Wilton® B.A.S.H® Sledge Hammers with Unbreakable(TM) Handle Technology are the world's most durable hammers. No other sledge hammers on the market today can endure the same degree of punishing treatment. Here's a prime example: It's not often when you see a sledge hammer fastened to vehicle's bumper. But in this case, it was no ordinary sledge hammer, it was a...
Read More »Best Wilton Vise Story Fetches Five Thousand Dollars in Wilton Products
LaVergne, TN - Wilton®, North America's leader in industrial vises, held a nationwide contest this year asking fans to talk about experiences with their Wilton vises in the Holding Strong Vise Story Contest, which commemorated Wilton's 71st anniversary in business. Rob R. of Lubbock, TX took home honors in this nationwide contest with a blow-by-blow account of his Wilton #6 vise. It may...
Read More »Mike DePauw Wins Chevy Camaro SS Coupe in Wilton's 2012 American Muscle Sweepstakes
Las Vegas, NV - Mike DePauw, 35, an automation field engineer from Temecula, CA, has won the American Muscle Sweepstakes, sponsored by Wilton®, America's leader in industrial vises. DePauw and his wife, Katy, will drive home from the FABTECH show in Las Vegas, Nov. 12-14, where he will be given the keys to his prize, a brand new 6.2L, V8, 426 HP, Imperial Blue Chevy Camaro SS coupe. Mike...
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2012 Jet Metalforming Machines Help Shops Form with a Vengeance
LaVergne, TN - Forming with a vengeance is the spirit behind the 2012 JET® metalforming lineup. These durable machines are capable of creating innovative product designs, applying precision metalforming techniques and providing over-and-above customer service. They are meant for professionals and enthusiasts who believe metalforming is more than just a job or project - it's a passion. JET's...
Read More »MWH Barcol-Air and Walter Meier to Cooperate in Cooling Ceiling Business
Europe's leading specialist in cooling ceilings, MWH Barcol-Air, is taking over Walter Meier's cooling ceiling business. In return, Walter Meier will invest in MWH Barcol-Air by means of a capital increase. The joint venture represents an optimal combination of our respective strengths," is how MWH Barcol-Air CEO Marco Billeter sums up the strategy. MWH Barcol-Air has been operating in the...
Read More »Walter Meier Acquires UK-Based JS Humidifiers
With the acquisition of the UK market leader in humidification, the climate and manufacturing technology group Walter Meier is consolidating its leading position in the global humidification market. Following its recent acquisition of its distributor in Denmark, the purchase of JS Humidifiers is a further contribution to Walter Meier's development strategy of direct involvement in important...
Read More »Walter Meier Is Expanding into Denmark
Schwerzenbach, February 9, 2011 - The climate and manufacturing technology group Walter Meier is expanding its market presence in humidification into Denmark and, effective immediately, is acquiring its distribution partner of many decades, Anderberg Fugstyring A/S. Walter Meier is the world's leading manufacturer of humidification systems for commercial buildings and is pursuing a growth...
Read More »New Jet Electric Chain Hoists and Trolleys Give Wide Range of Projects a Lift
ELGIN, ILL. - The new JET® SS Series Single Speed Heavy Duty Electric Chain Hoists and JET DS Series Dual Speed Heavy Duty Electric Chain Hoists put plenty of lifting power into a variety of assembly, repair and maintenance jobs. Dual-speed (DS) hoists provide the added advantage of matching lifting and lowering speeds to different tasks, whether precisely aligning subassemblies or quickly...
Read More »Drum Lifter/Dispensers handle drums up to 800 lb.
JET® Drum Lifter/Dispensers feature hardened steel chain and lever assembly to attach and release 55 gal steel drums and also include OSHA-approved frame and drum sleeves. With positive tilt lock on drum saddle to hold it, manual model can be rotated 360° in either direction when lock is released. Geared model has low-effort chain control, which allows operator to tilt drum using...
Read More »Drum Handling Accessories are heavy-duty powder coated.
JET Drum Tongs have 1,000 lb capacity for lifting 55 gallon drums with overhead hoist. Model 262001 works with open top or tight-head steel drums and plastic drums with large or x-Large rings, while 262002 features release lever that allows hooks to fall and then secure drum's rim. JET Drum Lifter bears loads up to 770 lbs and can be used with overhead hoist or hooked from forklift truck. JET...
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