Appliance Design articles from September 2004

Appliance Design archives from September 2004

A fresh look.(Editorial)
September 1, 2004... Lateral thinking. Upside down thinking. Inside out thinking. All of those terms, used by various, overpaid motivational speakers, refer to a similar concept, that novel insights arise from fresh perspectives. The process requires more than mere...

Shipments.(Illustration)
September 1, 2004... SHIPMENTS Product June '04 June '03 % Chg. MAJORS--TOTAL 6,603,800 6,201,000 6.5% CLEANUP--TOTAL 1,308,500 1,186,000 10.3% Compactors ...

Forecasts.(Illustration)
September 1, 2004... MAJOR HOME APPLIANCES-- Shipments (Thousands of Units) Qtr: 2003 2004 2005 1 1,7819.8 1,9916.5 1,9440.4 2 2,0581.5 2,1414.2 2,0523.3 3 1,7863.8 1,7423.0 1,7568.8 4...

ARI and KRACC sign Memorandum of Understanding.(News Watch)(Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute)(Korea Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Assessment Center)
September 1, 2004... The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) and the Korea Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Assessment Center (KRAAC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) granting KRAAC the license to utilize all ARI performance...

Air cleaning units.(News Watch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... AIR CLEANING UNITS. A study conducted by the Syracuse Center of Excellence in Environmental and Energy Systems to evaluate the performance of air cleaners has found that no single air-cleaning unit effectively removes all volatile organic...

Pentair.(Marketing agreements)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... PENTAIR has signed an agreement to sell its tool division to Black and Decker for approximately $775 million as it concentrates on its water systems technology business. The transaction is expected to close in 2004. Proceeds from the sale of...

Metalast International.(News Watch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... METALAST INTERNATIONAL, Minden, Nev., has created the first protective chromium-based metal finish coating that is both environmentally benign and highly effective. The coating, called trivalent chromium protection, has the potential to replace...

Conference.(News Watch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... CONFERENCE. Researchers from around the world met at Purdue University July 12-15 to discuss new air conditioning and refrigeration technologies, including designs aimed at reducing global warming, conserving energy and cooling future...

Ametek Commercial Floor Care.(People On The Move)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Denise M. Schier to vice president and general manager of commercial floor care, Ametek Commercial Floor Care.

Duraswitch.(Steve Hanson)(DuraSwitch Industries Incorporation)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Steve Hanson to board of directors, Duraswitch.

USA, Sika Corp.(William E. Loven)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... William E. Loven to regional manager, North America and general manager, USA, Sika Corp.

Advanced Technology Services, Inc.(People On The Move)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Don Johnson to director of marketing, Advanced Technology Services, Inc.

Ouellet Canada, Inc.(People On The Move)(Ouellet Canada Incorporation)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Merlin Beaulieu to general manager, Ouellet Canada, Inc.

Outdoor Power Equipment Institute.(People On The Move)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... David R. Zerfoss to chairman; Kendrick B. Melrose to vice chairman and Fred J. Whyte to secretary/treasurer, Outdoor Power Equipment Institute.

Hearth & Home Technologies.(appointments )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Katie Erickson to vice president, strategic marketing; Richard Fix to vice president, retail development; Susan Hilt-Lagos to brand manager, Heat-N-Blow and Kris Clark to product manager, gas category, Hearth & Home Technologies.

Mills Products, Inc.(appointments)(Mills Products Incorporation)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Keith Schrump to vice president and chief information officer and Darrell Adcock to vice president of manufacturing, Mills Products, Inc.

Insulation Sales Group, Venture Tape Corp.(People On The Move)(Andrew Petrone)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Andrew Petrone to sales manager for specialty products in the Insulation Sales Group, Venture Tape Corp.

Americas, Victrex USA.(People On The Move)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Duncan Hogg to sales leader for the Americas, Victrex USA.

Sartomer Co.(Sartomer Company Incorporation)(appointments)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Kevin W. Rice, Christopher M. Stretch and Stephane Thion promoted to new sales positions and Michael J. McQuade to technical sales representative, Sartomer Co.

Liquid lens.(fluid-filled lens)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... LIQUID LENS. New Scientist reported that Philips has developed a fluid-filled lens that changes focus with an electrical current. The lens could provide cheaper optical systems for camera phones, DVD players and other electronic devices....

Whirlpool Corp.(Whirlpool Corporation)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... WHIRLPOOL CORP. is bringing back a refrigerator line to its southern Indiana plant. The company said more than 100,000 22-in. Bottom Mount refrigerators will be made at the Evansville plant starting in 2006. For the last several years, the...

Sonoco.(News Watch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... SONOCO, a global packaging company, has entered into a five-year supply agreement with BSH Home Appliances, a subsidiary of Bosch and Siemens Hausgeraete. Under the agreement, Sonoco will be BSH's strategic packaging supplier for their New...

Iron supplement.(News Watch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... IRON SUPPLEMENT. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) reported that a pinch of iron dramatically boosts the cooling performance of a material considered key to the development of magnetic refrigerators. Researchers said...

Meetings.(News Watch)(Brief Article)(Calendar)
September 1, 2004... Appliance Design European Roadshow, Sept. 1-30, U.K., France, Germany, Italy. Contact: John Aldridge, Dream Marketing, 44 1189 326820. Email: dreammarket@aol.com. Web site: www.affiliates.ltd.uk/dream2/ Portable Power Conference and Expo,...

Extreme Photonix.(News Watch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... EXTREME PHOTONIX and University of Cincinnati researchers have devised a flat-panel screen that transmits light 10 times more effectively than traditional liquid crystal displays. The researchers' method uses lightwave coupling, which channels...

Marsco.(News Watch)(Engineered Glass Products)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... MARSCO, Chicago, Ill. has a new identity: Engineered Glass Products. Under the EGP banner, the company will focus on the emerging field of heated glass technology, first developed by Marsco engineers. EGP is seeking out new business partners in...

AHAM.(News Watch)(Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... AHAM's HRF-1-2004 performance evaluation procedure titled "Energy Performance and Capacity of Household Refrigerator-Freezers and Freezers" was recognized as an American National Standard by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The...

Video tutor?(News Watch)(Facetop)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... VIDEO TUTOR? A new videoconferencing system called Facetop brings people and computers even closer. Created by researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the system superimposes the user and the user's desktop, allowing...

Alternative floor-care.(News Watch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... ALTERNATIVE FLOOR-CARE. Emerging floor-care products with new cleaning capabilities, including steam cleaners, robotic vacuums, cordless sweepers and wet/dry mopvacs now have their own alternative floor-care products category, according to an...

Clasp Web site.(News Watch)(Collaborative Labeling and Appliance Standards Program)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... CLASP WEB SITE. The Collaborative Labeling and Appliance Standards Program (CLASP) launched an enhanced and updated information clearinghouse on international energy standards and labeling (S&L) on its Web site, www.CLASPonline.org. Among the...

Quiet fans.(News Watch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... QUIET FANS. Brigham Young University physics professor Scott Sommerfeldt has created a noise suppression system that can reduce the whirl of office equipment cooling fans to a soft whisper. Sommerfeldt and co-researcher Kent Gee used a...

Electronic paper.(News Watch)(Korea Electronics technology Institute)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... ELECTRONIC PAPER. Researchers from the Korea Electronics technology Institute have created electronic paper--paper coated with thin layers of plastic electronics. According to Technology Research News, the device was made by coating a sheet of...

Lucas-Milhaupt.(News Watch)(S.K. Brazing)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... LUCAS-MILHAUPT, a Handy & Handy Co., announced an agreement with S.K. Brazing of Korea to represent their full line of brazing and soldering equipment.

Underwriters Laboratories Inc.(News Watch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC. (UL) and CSA International announced the further expansion of a 1996 Memorandum of Understanding allowing the free exchange and acceptance of data between the two product testing organizations. UL and CSA also...

Z Corp.(News Watch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Z CORP., manufacturer of high-resolution 3D printers, announced that Project Lead the Way (PLTW), a national, non-profit education organization that designs and promotes pro-engineering courses for middle and high school students, has selected...

Electrolux.(International)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... ELECTROLUX will close its Christchurch, New Zealand plant, resulting in a loss of 150 jobs. The company decided to shift production of wall ovens, cooktops and upright stoves to its Adelaide plant where it plans to invest $20 million upgrading...

Godrej.(International)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... GODREJ and Whirlpool have settled a dispute over an ad. Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. alleged that Whirlpool of India unethically used one of its refrigerator models in a TV commercial. Whirlpool modified the commercial and withdrew the offending...

Tensai.(International)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... TENSAI, a Portuguese group of firms that manufacture electrical appliances, will set up a factory for the production of refrigerators and freezers in the out-skirts of Luanda in January 2005. The factory will create employment for 150 Angolan...

Electricity-free fridge.(International)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... ELECTRICITY-FREE FRIDGE Mansukhbhai Prajapati, a potter from India, has designed a refrigerator that is not only affordable but also runs without electricity. Made entirely from clay, the fridge keeps food fresh and retains taste for about...

Applica Inc.(International)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... APPLICA INC. sold its Chinese manufacturing operations through a sale of all of the outstanding shares of Applica Durable Manufacturing Ltd. to an affiliate of Elec-Tech International Co., a leading Chinese manufacturer of kitchen appliances....

Fridge for diabetics.(News Watch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... FRIDGE FOR DIABETICS. Olaf Diegel, a Massey University (New Zealand) scientist, has invented a pocket-sized Novofridge to keep diabetics' insulin cool. Called the world's smallest fridge, the Novofridge came in second place in an international...

ETL Semko.(News Watch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... ETL SEMKO, a division of Intertek, announced the opening of the first third-party HVAC/R test lab in Delhi, India, providing energy efficiency, product safety and performance testing and certification. The new 10,000-square-foot lab provides...

Get linked.(News Watch)
September 1, 2004... Practical business information is a precious commodity, even more so when it is concise and current. The print issue of Appliance Design delivers the latest industry news to you every month. For those who can't wait, our Web site,...

Intuitive interfaces: multi-segmented EL technology helps users navigate feature options.(New & Notable)(electro-luminescent)
September 1, 2004... How people interact with technology is rapidly becoming a science in itself, and with good reason. As appliances become more complex, users are faced with a growing array of configurations, command options and feature selections. This trend...

Quick connection: memory cards to simplify networking devices.(New & Notable)
September 1, 2004... Everyone agrees it's becoming a networked world, but not everyone agrees on how to implement all this networking in a simple fashion. Having multiple devices on a network is one thing; making them able to find each other quickly is another...

Thinking in 3D: soft, magnetic composites permit more creative motor designs.(Motor Design)
September 1, 2004... For generations, motors have been designed to carry flux in two dimensions (2D) as this is best suited to the magnetic paths in a laminated steel stack. Designs such as transverse-flux and claw-pole machines have experienced difficulties...

Copper cages: die-cast copper rotors enable new advances in motor technology.(Motor Design)
September 1, 2004... Figuring out how to economically manufacture an innovation is often more difficult than actually developing the innovation. Case in point: the copper rotor for the common, squirrel-cage induction motor. The intricacies of the squirrel-cage...

Models, methods and motion: sophisticated analysis tools speed design efforts.(Motor Design)
September 1, 2004... Electro-mechanical devices populate the average home, from the hair dryer blower, to the washing machine, to the cordless drill. However, electro-mechanical devices are not limited to power generation or power conversion. Sensors, such as speed...

Virtual clay: sculpting technology targets product design.(Software)
September 1, 2004... Researchers from the Virtual Reality Lab at the University at Buffalo have developed a new tool for transmitting physical touch to the virtual world. Their virtual clay sculpting system enables users to replicate in real time on a personal...

Fast track design: new method eliminates need to recreate CAD models.(Software)
September 1, 2004... An innovative approach to using CAD systems that was originally developed to simplify the design of automotive steering system parts has spread well beyond its origins and, through licensing agreements, can now help product designers in any...

Conversion streamlines: program compresses development cycles up to 50 percent.(Software)
September 1, 2004... Refrigerator manufacturer Sub Zero Freezer Co., and its cooking equipment partner Wolf Appliance Co. have followed a winning recipe for collaborative product data management, from the development of initial design concepts through engineering,...

Remote fastening: new tools eliminate the need for a tool pathway.(Joining)
September 1, 2004... Screwdrivers everywhere are starting to get nervous. There's a new technology in town called remote fastening and it's aiming to rid fastening applications of traditional tools altogether. Intevia is its name, made by Textron Fastening...

All foil no toil: metallic foil bonds like solder but without the heat.(Joining)
September 1, 2004... In applications like circuit boards, design engineers have been limited in how components get mounted to the board, generally resulting in multiple reflow processes. If a component can't take the heat, it has to be mounted at the end. But, if...

Melding mixed materials: innovative techniques provides composites a firm grip to metals.(Joining)
September 1, 2004... Finding a way to join composites and metals has been a challenge that has left designers to produce conservative designs that fail to reap the benefits that composite materials provide. That is all changing, however, with the introduction...

Norlok Technology.(Innovations)
September 1, 2004... The Surelok 11 is designed for standard clinching operations and can fasten material from 14 gauge to 32 gauge. Available in 18-in. throats or 25-in. threats, its rigid steel frame allows for less deflection for longer tool life. Features...

Tox-Pressotechnik.(Innovations)
September 1, 2004... The TOX[R] system joins sheet metal using a special punch and a die without any fasteners. The punch presses the sheet metals into the die cavity to form a mechanical interlock using the parent materials, with no heat or fumes generated. The...

BTM Corp.(Innovations)
September 1, 2004... Tog-L-Loc is a circular, leak-proof joint formed by drawing the metals into a circular "cup" and expanding the diameter to form a 360[degrees] lock below the bottom sheet. Achieved by BTM's patented three-bladed die that expands during the...

Fishercast Global Corp.(Innovations)
September 1, 2004... A new liquid riveting process "shrink locks" small components with a strong mechanical bond, cost-effectively replacing conventional riveting operations while increasing productivity and quality. Molten zinc alloy producing the liquid rivets...

Bending light: electroluminescence technology enables shapeable light that doesn't produce heat.(Decorative Trim/Nameplates)
September 1, 2004... Imagine a light that is long lasting and maintenance-free. A light that produces no heat. A light that can form to any shape. It may sound too good to be true, but that light not only exists, it was also used in its first commercial application...

Functional faces: graphic overlays brand products while achieving design solutions.(Decorative Trim/Nameplates)
September 1, 2004... Decorative graphic overlays serve both aesthetic and branding objectives by helping to make a product's appearance both attractive and unique. But an overlay is more than just a pretty face. Frequently, it also provides brand or model...

Finding relief: considerations for reducing strain on power cords.(Connectors & Cordsets)
September 1, 2004... At some point during the design of every appliance or tool that uses a cord to provide electrical service, thought must be applied to how the cord is physically attached to it. The attached power supply cord needs special considerations to...

Pulling closer: power cord connection designed to eliminate accidental disconnects.(Connectors & Cordsets)
September 1, 2004... Whether at home or on the job site, the short cord on power tools or electrical lawn and garden equipment typically requires the use of an extension cord. As a result, disconnection is a common problem users experience when moving from one...

Heyco products.(Innovations)
September 1, 2004... Round Double D Lockit family of self-locking, strain-relief bushings for round wires and cables. The round Double D Lockit fits right into standard round or double D holes in electrical cabinets, panels or other enclosures, large or small. It...

Tyco electronics.(Innovations)
September 1, 2004... The Corcom EJT series filter is a high-performance, two-stage, inlet filter with attenuation performance up to 1 Ghz. The EJT series attenuates noise at much higher frequencies than traditional filters. It uses IEC320 input connectors with a...

Schurter.(Innovations)
September 1, 2004... The DC21 power entry module is a low profile unit designed to save space and minimize assembly costs and time. The AC inlet, designed to IEC/EN 60320-1/C14, has on/off switch functions that are internally wired and connect to a printed circuit...

DNA Group.(Innovations)
September 1, 2004... Leakage-current detector-interrupter (LCDI) devices provide robust construction, superior cord flexibility and reduced bulk. Available as a result of a technology license agreement with XL Synergy, the LCDI will help HVAC OEMs meet regulations...

Anderson power products.(Innovations)
September 1, 2004... PowerMod family of interconnect products now features press-fit, solder-less contacts, enabling a solder-free connection to the PCB with no special tooling required. Press-fit contacts are available for both straight-through male and female...

Globtek.(Innovations)
September 1, 2004... YP-18 right angle, hospital detachable power cordsets have a low profile exit from the wall receptacle and an overmolded 360[degrees] strain/flex relief available in 45[degrees] increments. They accept SJT, SVT, SO, SJTO and SJTW cord types...

GE infrastructure sensing.(Components)
September 1, 2004... HumiLab[TM] NIST Traceable Humidity Calibration Chamber provides the ability to verify, calibrate and document humidity sensors used in applications in electronics, plastics, food processing and storage and HVAC building automation controls....

Allegro MicroSystems.(Components)
September 1, 2004... The ACS752 family of current sensors offers improved accuracy and bandwith. This current sensing assembly includes a high current conductor, ferrite core and an optimized monolithic Hall IC designed to be the smallest integrated current sensing...

Honeywell sensing and control.(Components)
September 1, 2004... The ASDX DO pressure sensor features a digital output for higher clarity, better response times and ease of interface with applications. It is fully calibrated and temperature compensated with onboard Application Specific Integrated Circuitry,...

Heraeus sensor technology.(Components)
September 1, 2004... The Sensor-cube combines a temperature sensor, a sender-receiver chip, microcontroller, all antenna, two quartz elements, several passive devices and two 1.5 V batteries. The sensor is able to collect sensor data and exchange wireless...

Freescale semiconductor.(Components)
September 1, 2004... The MMA62xxQ MEMS-based sensors are designed for end products or embedded systems that need to measure small forces resulting from tilt, motion, positioning, shock or vibration. Designers can choose from a single family of devices, including...

Melexis microelectronic integrated systems.(Components)
September 1, 2004... The IR thermopile sensors are fabricated using standard silicon CMOS methods and micro-machining for high reliability at low cost. The sensors are used mainly for non-contact temperature measurement. Both the thermopile sensing element...

TAOS.(Components)
September 1, 2004... Three new light-to voltage converters are well suited for applications in which a photodiode and transimpedance amplifier pair is typically used. The TSL12, TSL13 and TSL14 light sensing converters perform in both portable and non-portable...

AIDA-Dayton Technologies Corporation.(Design Mart)
September 1, 2004... AIDA's NST tie-rod straightside press, designed and built at AID's North American facility is suited for your high performance and multi purpose work To receive a CD illustrating AIDA production solo bees in Metalforming presses 30 4000 tons...

DYMAX Corporation.(Design Mart)
September 1, 2004... A NEW Selector Guide from DYMAX cross-reference UV/light curing structural adhesives with common plastics glass and metals. Special sections on adhesive physical properties product selection and use testing, guide readers through the process of...

AMETEK Rotron.(Design Mart)
September 1, 2004... AMETEK Rotron Technical & Industrial Products has completed a comprehensive catalog of its brushless DC motor, blowers pump, fan and controller products. The 90-page catalog contains an extensive listing of the Company's products as well as...

EFD, Inc.(Design Mart)
September 1, 2004... Free Dispensing Barrel/Syringe & Tip Chart Quickly identity the right dispensing components for yore fluid application Match assembly fluids-cyanoacrylates, UV-cure adhesives or thick pastes to the syringe and tip combination that will give you...

China Motors and Components.(Design Mart)
September 1, 2004... China Motors and Components is your connection China. Take the cost and guess work out of outsourcing to China. Use our years of experience to help keep your competitive. We pride ourselves on our Customer Service and our ability to provide...

FasTest, Inc.(Design Mart)
September 1, 2004... Leak Testing Made Easy. The Lightning Look Detection Instrument lets you quickly and easily conduct accurate pressure decay leak tests-up to hundreds of products per hour. This compact unit with visual pass/fail indication and menu prompted set...

Lau Industries.(Design Mart)
September 1, 2004... Lau Industries, the recognized leader of air moving components for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration industries. We are committed to our customers and the uncompromising quality of cur innovative air moving...

NEOPERL, Inc.(Design Mart)
September 1, 2004... Flow Regulators & Check Valves. NEOPERL's 2004 Engineering Source Beak has been created to enable design engineers In select the perfect check valve cartridge, flow regulator insert or flow regulating check valve for DFM applications Detailed...

Lydall.(Design Mart)
September 1, 2004... Cryo Maillit Ad. Lydall Super-Insulating Media are con outgassing and low outgassing inorganic glass-fiber mats and blankets that meet the unique needs of Cold Temperature applications approaching -450[degrees]F 232[degrees]C). Enter 401 *...