InMFG articles from August 2005

InMFG archives from August 2005

Some observations from over there.(THE EDITOR'S Page)
August 1, 2005... While vacationing in Italy this summer (visiting family and friends), I discovered several interesting contrasts between life in Italy and and life in the U.S. Italians have a more "relaxed" take on life. Having a siesta every afternoon from...

The ultimate torque limiter: overload protection device safeguards high-volume filler system.(PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS: Power Trans/Motion Control)
August 1, 2005... Protecting motion and assuring smooth, continuous operation in filler systems has large implications for bottlers when it comes to system downtime. Over the years, all types of devices have been incorporated into automated filling systems to...

Weighing the possibilities with crane scale.(TECH TRENDS: Instrumentation/Control)
August 1, 2005... The MSI-9260 crane scale easily installs between the crane boom and magnet. The standard system includes the MSI-3750CS digital weight indicator for the crane cab. In addition to displaying the lifted weight, it can also total a series of lifts...

Personal computer.(TECH TRENDS: Instrumentation/Control)
August 1, 2005... All-Weather PC withstands high shock and vibration The low-power Intel Pentium M 1.8 GHZ processor is fully configured with flash IDE Drive and an extensive list of I/O ports * NEMA 4X rugged, cast-aluminum enclosure * UV-tolerant...

Sensor selection 101: your first step to achieving accurate temperature measurement.(FIRST OF A TWO-PART SERIES)
August 1, 2005... There's no simple solution to achieving accurate temperature measurement. It's a combination of knowing the inherent accuracy of particular sensor types, but also how environmental factors can create further measurement uncertainty and the...

Control valve and actuator system is flexible, smart and easy to use.(TECH TREND: Fluid Power/Handling)
August 1, 2005... Fisher[R] Design GX control valve's flow passages provide optimal capacity and create a stable flow pattern for smooth operation in every valve size. Unit can be applied to a wide range of service situations. Carbon and stainless steels are...

Extractor/dryer.(TECH TREND: Fluid Power/Handling)
August 1, 2005... Extractor/Dryer should be placed at the "point of use" for optimal results; each filter coalesces in the first stage and removes contaminants to 5 microns in the second stage, * Models: 15 scfm to 2000 scfm * Differential pressure...

The importance of ISO cleanliness codes: how proper contamination control can extend fluid life.(Fluid Power/Handling)
August 1, 2005... What are ISO Cleanliness Codes? The International Standards Organization (ISO) has developed a code system called ISO Cleanliness codes, a universal standard for measuring and reporting particulate contamination levels in fluids. ISO...

Transferring power: energy control system handles voltage fluctuations and power failures.(EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES: Electrical/Electronic)
August 1, 2005... Transfer presses are used in the automobile industry primarily to produce sheet steel body panels. Modern transfer presses utilize electronic transfer--mechanically decoupled servo drives are performing the parts transfer in or out of the...

Predictive maintenance notebook: basic terms and methodologies.(FIRST OF A THREE-PART SERIES)
August 1, 2005... Predictive maintenance (PdM) programs come in all shapes and sizes, depending on a facility's size, equipment, regulations, and productivity goals. The goal is to spend time preventing problems rather than running from one emergency to the...

Handheld IR camera gets the shot with high resolution.(TECH TRENDS: PlantOps/MROP)
August 1, 2005... ThermaCAM[R] EX320, with built-in 320 x 240 pixel array, can see all targets more clearly and identify problems easily. It lets users see targets from further away and still get an accurate temperature measurement. The radiometric jpeg image...

Propeller fan.(TECH TRENDS: PlantOps/MROP)
August 1, 2005... AXPR fan features adjustable-pitch, airfoil fiberglass-reinforced plastic propeller for optimum flexibility in air movement selection. * Sizes: 12-in. to 60-in. * Corrosion-resistant * Direct-drive * Wall-mounted M.K....

MES: the big payoff: boosting production and profits: by connecting enterprise planning systems to automated equipment on the factory floor, manufacturing execution systems pave a promising path to higher productivity and profits. And that's just the beginning.(Cover Story)
August 1, 2005... In the evolution of industrial information software, think of manufacturing execution systems (MES) as Bigfoot; that is, the link that connects software for enterprise-wide planning to the automated equipment on the shop floor. More...

Drum truck transports, retrieves and dispenses.(TECH TRENDS: Material Handling)
August 1, 2005... Multi-Purpose Drum Truck/Cradle allows the operator to easily tip back the truck to transport drums ergonomically on four wheels and acts as a drum cradle for all-in-one storage and dispensing. Its design also allows the operator to retrieve...

Cord reels.(TECH TRENDS: Material Handling)
August 1, 2005... Retractable power cord and light reels are ideal for keeping power outlets and lights within easy reach and out of the way when not in use. Durable styles include fluorescent and incandescent lights, dual GFCI outlets and single outlet...

A workstation prescription: customized workbenches and storage cabinets cure hospital's woes.(Material Handling)
August 1, 2005... When the torrential rains of Tropical Storm Allison hit Houston's Texas Children's Hospital (TCH) in 2001, no one imagined that there could possibly be an upside to the devastation that the facility endured. The hospital's Biomedical...

Data collection as a vital plant management tool.(Manufacturing TECHNIQUES)
August 1, 2005... Plant managers are well aware that data gathered from factory floor production equipment can be invaluable for ensuring product quality and increasing productivity. But "data collection" is a broad term that can cover anything from logging...

Pick your pallet.(MATERIAL HANDLING)
August 1, 2005... When deciding between conventional and robotic palletizers, speed, flexibility and other factors are key according to an article in Modern Materials Handling. The difference in their designs means that the strong suit of conventional...

Measuring the flow.(FLUID HANDLING)
August 1, 2005... Measuring process fluid flow is an exacting and critical task. An article in Control Engineering demonstrates that the job starts with matching the right flowmeter with the job. Once you settle on which type is best for your application, the...

Filter efficiency increases productivity.(SAFETY)
August 1, 2005... In the nearly fifty years since Neville Chemical opened its Anaheim resin plant, the competitive landscape has changed dramatically. Where the market was once dominated by U.S. industrial giants, their main adversaries are now based in Asia. An...

Keeping costs under control.(PLANT MAINTENANCE)
August 1, 2005... Every discipline, starting with the design team, is on the front line as U.S. manufacturers strive for improved competitiveness and profitability through more efficient supply chain management. An article in Design News examines how three...

Get the skinny on SCADA.(INSTRUMENTATION)
August 1, 2005... Want to learn the inside game on buying a SCADA system? An article in Plant Engineering says the key to finding the SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition) system that's right for you is understanding the vendor's point of view. ...

Optimizing asset performance management: how to use business intelligence to meet strategic operational goals.(SPECIAL Report)
August 1, 2005... Top performers optimize their assets. It's true in any field--sports, the arts and business. Yet in business, optimizing performance of capital assets often plays distant runner-up to the more glamorous pursuit of top-line growth. But ignoring...

Toxic Gas Monitoring System provides protection in hazardous environments.(TECH TRENDS: Safety/Environmental)
August 1, 2005... TS4000 Toxic Gas Monitoring System is ideal for industrial processes where employees may accidentally be exposed to toxic gases, such as ammonia, carbon monoxide, chlorine, nitric oxide, oxygen deficiency, ozone, sulfur dioxide, and more. ...

Safety eyewear for women.(TECH TRENDS: Safety/ Environmental)
August 1, 2005... Elite Wrap Safety Glasses, offered in four models, are lighter and smaller to fit female workers. Bifocal lenses are also available. Soft-rubber nose bridge * Rubber-tipped temples * Complies with ANSI Z87.1-2003 (Z87+) *...

Safety relays vs. safety PLCs: how to select the right safety control architecture.(Safety/ Environmental)
August 1, 2005... As safety control systems become more common in industrial environments, the variety of available solutions also grows. This allows for greater precision in applying safety control systems, but also makes selecting them increasingly difficult....

Taking the pressure off choosing pressure sensitive adhesives.(Fastening/Assembly)
August 1, 2005... Today's manufacturer strives to make devices lighter and smaller, and to make the manufacturing process more efficient and cost effective. These goals, combined with a boom in polymer chemistry in the latter half of the 20th century, have...

It's a bonding experience with flexible compound.(TECH TRENDS: Fastening/Assembly)
August 1, 2005... UV19 is a low viscosity composition that is formulated for fast, high performance laminating, sealing, bonding, and casting. Optically clear, mobile liquid cures readily, upon exposure to UV light at ambient temperatures, to a flexible strong...

Pin Locating Clamp.(TECH TRENDS: Fastening/Assembly)
August 1, 2005... Pneumatically-powered PLC clamp locates, clamps and supports parts in weld areas. It features a fully enclosed design to protect against weld slag and other contaminants. * Two sizes; five pin choices; two pin styles * Maximum clamping...

Building bridges: benefits of idea-sharing among disparate businesses.(It's YOUR Turn)
August 1, 2005... What does a business that makes components for trigger sprayers, another business that makes polymer products for industrial applications, and a third business that makes vinyl siding have in common? On the surface, not much. But a second look...

A Jurassic advancement: scanning technology produces complete 3-D model of original Tyrannosaurus rex.(The Last Page)
August 1, 2005... The famous dinosaur hunter Barnum Brown discovered the Tyrannosaurus rex (T. rex) skeleton (the world's first) in the Montana badlands in 1902. Today, the estimated $50 million T. rex can be viewed by dinosaur lovers in the Dinosaur Hall at the...

Custom alarm leader.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... A leader in creating customized audible alarms, Floyd Bell's alarms have been custom-engineered for elevators, golf carts, radar detectors, marine vehicles, automobiles, and more. Alarms can be linked with monitoring systems and can annunciate...

Hermetic seals.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Standard and custom design. Low or high pressures or vacuums. Specify any cable type or pin connector. Circular or rectangular seals, including micro D-sub. Low cost, design flexibility, high corrosion resistance, easy installation,...

Modular fixturing for welding.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... The Demmler modular fixturing system features accurate five-sided tables made of a high tensile strength steel. Table surfaces are flat and square 0.0004"/ft and bores are located [+ or -] 0.001". Angles, spacer blocks, clamps, positioning and...

Adhesives/sealants and coatings.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Save time, increase productivity, eliminate waste, and improve quality assurance with Master Bond adhesives/sealants and coatings. Select from the extensive line of epoxies, polyurethanes, silicones, and acrylics. Prompt technical support...

Portable cranes.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Save money and solve weight problems with Wallace portable cranes and accessories. Select from hundreds of available models ranging from 1/2- to 15-ton capacities. Exclusive features of adjustable span, tread, and height allow versatility and...

Screw holding tools.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Wiha introduces its new line of MagicSpring screw holding Torx[R] tools, laser welded assembly holds screws securely. Also available Torx[R], TorxPlus[R], and Tamper Resistant Torx[R] tools that range from T1 to T60. Wiha carries an extensive...

Fan appreciation.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... New Fan Appreciation DVD series showcases businesses that used Big Ass Fans to solve their summer cooling and winter destratification problems. Each business owner or manager discusses the special problems unique to their business or industry...

New Printer/Applicator.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... New Tharo PA1200 Label Printer/Applicator is compatible with many thermal transfer label printers. The PA1200 applies labels to the top or side of product. All metal construction and heavy-duty cylinder compensate for high stress in side...

Truck ovens.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Specifications on four sizes of high quality gas or electric truck ovens with temperatures of 500[degrees]F and 800[degrees]F. Features include full horizontal air flow, safety interlock shut-off, NEMA ball bearing motors, digital indicating...

Jigs and fixtures.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... This 430-page, illustrated hard-bound reference has locating, clamping principles and devices, jig, fixture, and workholder construction. Also includes metric and U.S. conversions, geometric, trigonometric calculations, surface finishes, and...

2005/06 General Catalog.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... The 2005/06 Cole-Parmer[R] General Catalog features 2,500 pages with more than 60,000 products, including 10,000 new items, for applications in fluid handling, chemical processing, industrial technology, lab research, pharmaceuticals, food &...

Vacuum product information.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... A valuable resource for manufacturing professionals in a variety of industries, PIAB's new catalog provides details on the full product line, including vacuum pumps, grippers, suction cups, and accessories. PIAB's Catalog Version 5.0 showcases...

Hydraulic components.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Catalog includes the popular styles of MAIN Manufacturing's extensive offering of hydraulic flanges and components ready for immediate shipment. Dimensional drawings, part numbers, metric, and weld specifications included. The Quick Reference...

Precision encoders.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... EPC's 76-page, full-color catalog features the full line of Accu-Coder[TM] Brand incremental and absolute encoders, designed to meet a wide variety of industrial positioning, counting, motion, and motor control needs. Expert cross reference...

Transformers and transducers.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Catalog 2011 features split-core and solid-core current transformers, potential transformers, electrical transducers for AC & DC applications, signal conditioners, analog and digital panel and switchboard meters, current probes, current relays,...

Material handling solutions.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Positech designs, manufactures, and services manipulators with customized tooling in three power sources: pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric. Positech offers integrated solutions, products, and expertise on developing complete process handling...

Standard product line catalog.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Catalog offers detailed information on standard product line of mounting brackets for electronic connectors. Self-wrenching Nut Rings allow for easy installation of connectors in tight spots. Fastener Specialty manufactures standard and custom...

Linear motion catalog.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... More than 400 products and systems include precision case-hardened and ground steel shafts, aluminum support rails, shaft support blocks and shaft rail assemblies, roller bearing pillow blocks/carriage plates, and linear systems with...

Molded OEM way wiper replacements.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Bulletin Number OEM-100 from A & A Manufacturing provides information on molded urethane way wipers that can be manufactured as OEM replacements. OEM wipers are one-piece construction with molded-in metal insert plate and pre-drilled mounting...

Linear position transducers.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Catalog describes low cost OEM models and rugged environmentally sealed models for the toughest measurement applications. Linear position transducers are available in four distinct series. Selection guide determines which linear position...

DAQ designer 2005.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Up to two-thirds of data acquisition and control application costs are spent on configuration and development time. The Measurement and Control Designer helps to quickly and easily select measurement and control applications. It's loaded with...

New products brochure.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... FINN-POWER USA's/HYDROSCAND's new products brochure is available and covers crimping machines, nut crimpers, hose cutters, hose reels, skivers, and cleaning and testing machines. Brochure is complete with technical specifications and optional...

Motor mounting products.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Brochure features adjustable and automatic bases, custom motor mounting, and adjustable rails and tension bases for adaptation to NEMA-rated motor frame sizes. Industry leaders in motor mounting systems, Overly designs and manufactures special...

Electronic meter.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... AirData handhold digital readout meter provides precision accuracy in measuring airflow, velocity, pressure, and temperature. AirData meter offers automatic correction for local density and automatic measurement. Shortridge Instruments,...

New catalog.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Dorner's free 200-page catalog has been redesigned to make it easier for customers to use. The catalog has a convenient layout, designed to walk customers through all phases of their order. It also contains in-depth information on all new...

Digital pressure gage.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... The Series DPG-IO0 has a precise [+ or -] 0.25 full scale accuracy. The four-digit LCB display reduces inaccurate readings by eliminating parallax error commonly produced with analog gages. A four-button keypad allows easy access of functions...

Electric cylinders and actuators.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Electric Linear Cylinders with ballscrews or acme screws are environmentally safe and offer low maintenance. Cylinders and actuators are available with thrust capabilities to 200,000 lbs., speeds to 30" per second, and stroke to 20 feet....

Adhesives/sealants and coatings.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Save time, increase productivity, eliminate waste, and improve quality assurance with Master Bond adhesives/sealants and coatings. Select from the extensive line of epoxies, polyurethanes, silicones, and acrylics. Prompt technical support...

Small magnet lifts 300 pounds.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Eriez's new RPL Series of Rare Earth Lifting Magnets offer incredible lifting power in a small package. The RPL 3, smallest in the line, measures only 2-1/2" x 3 1/2" and weighs just 7 pounds, yet has a 300-pound lifting capacity. RPL...

Plastic and aluminum shim stock.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Only from Artus, Shim Stock in 18 thicknesses from 0.0005 in. to 0.060 in. each with its own color. Comes in 15-sheet packages of assorted thicknesses and in 5x20, 10x20, 20x20 inch sheets. Also, in single-thickness, 12-sheet economy packs....

Flexible QuickEdge Trims.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... StanPro QuickEdge Trims provide a quick, decorative solution to trimming rough edges. Simply push on to protect and enhance the appearance of your product. Sizes to accommodate flanges from 1/64" to 3/4". Environmentally safe PVC extrusions...

www.MORSEipb.com.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... The specialist in drum handling, Morse invented drum handling and offers the widest product line. Over 100 items to handle steel, fibre, and plastic drums, plus many cans. Move, pour, agitate, mix, palletize, open, heat, lift, weigh, tilt, and...

Ink code-marking machines.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Sprinter[TM] automatic ink code-marking machines apply data codes, product codes, and dots on metal, plastic, rubber, and paper surfaces. Marking is possible in any orientation. Message size up to 2 sq. in. Cycle speeds up to 350 CPM. A...

Maintenance tips.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Over 100 maintenance tips collected from operations personnel are revealed in this revised, free brochure. Included are ideas for handling hot or frozen bearings, loosening corroded bolts and frozen brake cables, removing rust, and improving...

Free washer catalog.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Free 52-page 2005 Catalog has over 19,000 non-standard sizes available with no tool charges. Outside diameters of 0.080" to 5.140", a wide range of IDs and thicknesses, and 2,000 material variations provide millions of possibilities. Materials...

Lif-Truc[TM] attachments.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... New products include trailer spotter, multiple pipe lifter, block scaffold lifter, and material handling cart. Extend the reach/height of a forklift truck with four styles of fork booms. Fork beams turn truck into a mini crane. Attachments...

Automation cable carriers.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... The Nylatrac Automation Line carriers offer key features ideal for applications requiring high speeds and accelerations, quiet and smooth operation, convenient accessibility, quick installation, and reliable performance. Although built around...

Materials Handling.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Now available, the new 24-page catalog from LINPAC Materials Handling features the full line of reusable, collapsible ROPAK[TM] bulk container and pallet systems. Featured products include footprints ranging from 32" x 30" to 78" x 48"....

Coated tapes, fabrics, and belting.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... CS Hyde Company supplies Teflon[R] coated tapes, fabrics and belting, skived PTFE (Teflon[R]) tapes, zone tapes, Kapton[R], flame spray tapes, Kevlar[R], UHMW, foil and fiberglass tape, high performance films, rubber, silicone, threads,...