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#TBT Assembly of a Rotating Piece of Equipment – 1970s

by Michael Maurisak | June 16, 2022 | Manufacturing, Throwback (TBT), Vacuum | 0 Comments

A machinist and fabricator assembling a product assembly in the 1970s. These types of assemblies would be either refurbishments or new builds. #manufacturing #oldschool https://bit.ly/38S1Huh

#TBT Centrifuge Basket Manufacturing – 1999

by Michael Maurisak | June 9, 2022 | Manufacturing, Throwback (TBT), Vacuum | 0 Comments

This centrifuge basket was manufactured for a vertically oriented centrifuge. This assembly would have had rolled and welded shells, plate ends, and balancing services. #welding #machining #manufacturing https://bit.ly/3j96U4T

#TBT Cleaning and Painting of a Cold Box – 1998

by Michael Maurisak | June 2, 2022 | Manufacturing, Throwback (TBT), Vacuum | 0 Comments

This cold box was in the final stages of the process at our facility in 1998. The external of the box was to be cleaned and painted to protect the mild steel vacuum vessel exterior from atmospheric elements. #manufacturing #painting https://bit.ly/3wymfk5

#TBT In-Fabrication Cold Box Manufacturing – 1998

by Michael Maurisak | May 26, 2022 | Manufacturing, Throwback (TBT), Vacuum | 0 Comments

We can see the open end of a horizontal cryogenic cold box in this image from 1998. This assembly would include a plate-fin heat exchanger, stainless steel piping, a shield, and vacuum vessel. #engineering #cryogenics #manufacturing https://bit.ly/3tAmSJs

#TBT V-Blender Assembly Testing – 2007

by Michael Maurisak | May 19, 2022 | Manufacturing, Throwback (TBT), Vacuum | 0 Comments

This V-Blender was manufactured with the purpose of mixing and heating a powder substance. #manufacturing #welding #science https://bit.ly/3j96U4T

#TBT Jacketed Reformer – 2008

by Michael Maurisak | May 12, 2022 | Manufacturing, Throwback (TBT), Vacuum | 0 Comments

This is an image depicting insertion of a baffled center body to a jacketed reformer. Tolerance between the baffle ring and the inner tube are extremely critical in such an assembly. #manufacturing #welding https://bit.ly/3uftjEj

#TBT Aluminum Vacuum Chamber Vertical – 2009

by Michael Maurisak | May 5, 2022 | Manufacturing, Throwback (TBT), Vacuum | 0 Comments

#TBT Aluminum Vacuum Chamber Vertical - 2009 This 6ft tall Vacuum Chamber was used for testing larger articles for atmospheric effect. #vacuum #technology #science https://bit.ly/3NSgEi5

#TBT Garolite G-10 Plate Machining – 2010

by Michael Maurisak | April 28, 2022 | Manufacturing, Throwback (TBT), Vacuum | 0 Comments

G-10 Material can be difficult to machine with fine details without cracking. AET has experience in machining these types of plates for multiple applications. Other plastic/fiberglass materials could include Nylon, Teflon, ABS Plastic, Graphite, etc. #machining...

#TBT Multi-Diameter Vessel – 1990s

by Michael Maurisak | April 21, 2022 | Manufacturing, Throwback (TBT), Vacuum | 0 Comments

#TBT Multi-Diameter Vessel - 1990s This multi-diameter stainless steel vessel was made in pieces and flanged together, as seen in the photograph. #vessels #asme #manufacturing https://bit.ly/3wymfk5

#TBT Stick Welding Repair – 1970s

by Michael Maurisak | April 14, 2022 | Manufacturing, Throwback (TBT), Vacuum | 0 Comments

In this image from the early 1970s, we see a fabricator performing a Stick Weld joint on a tubular assembly support. Due to advances in MIG and TIG welding, we do not use Stick type welding in our shop anymore as it's not conducive to Fabrication in a shop environment...

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Ability Engineering Technology, Inc., AET, is a multi-disciplined engineering, design and manufacturing company specializing in providing engineered, cryogenic and process equipment and precision-machined parts for application within the energy, industrial, and scientific market segments. With more than 50 years of expertise in delivering engineered solutions to its global customer base, AET is known for its product quality, as well as its engineering versatility & creativity. More…

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“Who Says It Can’t Be Done?”

Our goal is for you to be satisfied in the products and services that we can provide you with. Quality of our customer’s products and Safety of our employees are our number one priorities. We will be, and always have been, competitive in product offerings and pricing. Due to close collaboration and open relationships with our customers throughout the designing and fabrication phases, AET will do everything we can to ensure your satisfaction. We look forward to future ventures with current and future customers, and welcome anyone to contact us for more information about our products and services.

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Ability Engineering Technology, Inc.

16140 South Vincennes Avenue | South Holland, Illinois
Postal Code: 60473 | United States of America

Phone: +1 (708) 331-0025 | Fax: +1 (708) 331-5090
eMail: sales@abilityengineering.com

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