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New Bar Feeder Adds Multi-Diameter Stock Versatility

Lexair's new Multi Mini Rhinobar bar feeder is designed to make multi-diameter bar stock processing faster and easier. The Multi Mini utilizes a feedtube cartridge that automatically centers and feeds three sizes of small-diameter bar stock to Swiss-style CNC screw machines and sliding-head lathes. Cartridges are available in three size ranges: 0.25"/0.375"/0.5", 0.25"/0.5"/0.75" and 0.375"/0.5"/0.635". Each three-tube cartridge is enclosed in a standard aluminum barrel. "The Multi Mini helps achieve maximum throughput for high-production runs of automotive components, medical devices, motor shafts and other small-diameter parts," said a company spokesperson. Two models are available for processing either 6- or 12-foot bar stock.

"The bar feeder's ergonomic design features an upgraded safety interlock system, and it includes a front swing-out mechanism for easy reloading and sub 3-minute feed tube changes," said the spokesperson. Lexair's single-valve design controls oil flow and pressure for increased bar control, accuracy and vibration-free operation. A completely enclosed fluid recuperator keeps oil off the floor and contaminants out of the hydraulic system.

The outer barrel is a precision-extruded aluminum tube, held in place with a single clamp to further minimize barrel vibration and control Z-axis motion. A removable pendant allows the operator to control the bar feeder remotely, while a positive pusher retention system ensures high efficiency operation with minimal labor.

"With an overall length of 11 feet (3.35 m) for the 6-foot bar model and 17 feet (5.18 m) for the 12-foot bar model, the Multi Mini Rhinobar's compact size makes it suitable for small or large shops," said the spokesperson.

For more information contact:

Steve Breslin

Lexair, Inc.

2025 Mercer Road

Lexington, KY 40511

859-255-5001

sbreslin@lexairinc.com

www.lexairinc.com

Southwest

AR, LA, OK, TX

Blake Montgomery

Centurion Group

918-853-8500

btm@industrialmarketinginc.com

Steve Montgomery

Centurion Group

469-600-5065

steve.montgomery41@yahoo.com

Robert Evans

Centurion Group

918-740-3950

bee@industrialmarketinginc.com

Bob Lowry

Centurion Group

972-567-9002

bobalowry@sbcglobal.com

NM

Greg Burns

Professional Tech, Inc.

303-757-8011

gmburns52@msn.com

Southeast

AL, GA, TN, NC, SC, VA

Bob Gesuelle

Machine Tool Accessory Sales

770-717-8884

rgesuelle@comcast.net

Derek Gesuelle

Machine Tool Accessory Sales

770-717-8884

Sam Gesuelle

Machine Tool Accessory Sales

Cell: 678-343-8005

samgesuelle@yahoo.com

Northeast

WV

Bob Gesuelle

Machine Tool Accessory Sales

770-717-8884

rgesuelle@comcast.net

CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT

Rob Cowles

Cowles & Son, Inc.

978-464-0607

robkcowles@aol.com

Bill Fahlin

Cowles & Son, Inc.

508-248-9929

fahlin11@charter.net

W. PA, Upstate NY

James Bluhm

BMC Tooling Specialists

440-725-2182

jim@bmcreps.com

Midwest

MI, N. OH

James Bluhm

BMC Tooling Specialists

440-725-2182

jim@bmcreps.com

MN, IA, ND, SD, NE, IA

Gerry Braasch

Braasch Industrial Sales

612-419-5479

gbraasch@comcast.net

Reid Swanson

Braasch Industrial Sales

612-281-7476

reidswans@msn.com

IL, WI

Mike Murray

M Squared Solutions, Inc.

Cell: 847-721-3256

mmurray@msquaredsolutions.net

MO, KS

Jay Lavick

M Squared Solutions, Inc.

618-798-5390

jltechsales@charter.net

West

CA

Jay Davis

Emerson International

562-799-9010

jdavis@emersonreps.com

AZ, CO, MT, UT, ID, NV, WY

Greg Burns

Professional Tech Inc.

303-757-8011

gmburns52@msn.com

Scott Cottrell

Professional Tech Inc.

Cell: 801-230-6794

ptisaltlake@msn.com

Ron Lansing

Professional Tech Inc.

480-688-3635

rslansing@cox.net

Chris Hand

Professional Tech Inc.

Cell: 720-837-3232

ptidenver@msn.com

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