Diesel Progress North American Edition articles from November 2006

Diesel Progress North American Edition archives from November 2006

The game of What If.(TOP DEAD CENTER)
November 1, 2006... Everybody plays the What If game. What if I take this job? What if I marry this person? What if I buy this house? When the media does it, it's called Uninformed Speculation and generally gets Fox News all atwitter. When companies play the...

Iveco Motors, MQ Power in gen-set engine deal.(POWER GENERATION)
November 1, 2006... Iveco Motors of North America Inc., Carol Stream, Ill., a Fiat Powertrain Technologies company, said it has reached an agreement with MQ Power, Carson, Calif., to supply engines for MQ's KD series of industrial generator sets. The Iveco...

New digital gen-set controls from Basler.(CONTROLS)
November 1, 2006... Continuing the development of its line of digital control systems, Basler Electric, Highland, Ill., has announced the release of its DGC-2020 integrated generator set control system. The DGC-2020 is designed to combine rugged, encapsulated...

Prandi joins Diesel Progress.(DIESEL HR)(Diesel & Gas Turbine Publications)(Roberta Prandi appointed as a regional manager)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Roberta Prandi has joined Diesel & Gas Turbine Publications as regional manager/editor of Diesel Progress and Diesel Progress International. Her responsibilities will include writing and editing for the two publications, as well as for the...

Baumann named president of Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing.(DIESEL HR)
November 1, 2006... Freightliner LLC announced that Friedrich Baumann has been appointed president of Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing. Baumann will be responsible for the overall vision, strategy and operations of Freightliner's remanufacturing business, including...

Dateline.(Calendar)
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Asphalt paver sales are up with highway spending.(TRENDLINES)
November 1, 2006... In the past year, highway construction spending has increased an incredible amount, jumping 17% to a level of $78 billion. That's a lot of bucks any way you look at it. In the early '90s, construction spending was in the $30 billion range. By...

Powering upward: Ingersoll Rand tops off PowerSource gen-set line; six new models ranging from 146 to 456 kW.(POWER GENERATION)(Cover story)
November 1, 2006... With the PowerGen International exhibition as its backdrop, Ingersoll Rand is launching the top end of its PowerSource mobile generator line. The six new 146 to 456 kW generators replace the remaining five models in Ingersoll Rand's mobile...

Oshkosh gets big lift from JLG acquisition: Oshkosh Truck's 15th deal in a decade the biggest at $3.2 billion; JLG's access equipment to be fourth and largest business segment.(INDUSTRY NEWS & ANALYSIS)
November 1, 2006... Over the last 10 years, Oshkosh Truck Corp. has made 14 acquisitions that have helped the company grow significantly. In one 10-week period that ended in mid-October, it made just one that nearly doubled the company. Announced on Oct. 16,...

Radiating brand strength with a velvet hammer: such is the challenge as Newage AVK morphs into Cummins Generator Technologies.(INDUSTRY NEWS)(Company overview)
November 1, 2006... A Chinese story tells of Chuang Chou who dreams about being a butterfly. When Chou awakens he is not sure if he is Chou dreaming of being a butterfly or a butterfly dreaming that he is Chou. Branding is a delicate, subtle art and yet it...

Simplicity, reliability remain focus for engineering concepts unlimited.
November 1, 2006... There is an axiom of logic that essentially holds that the simplest solution to any problem is invariably the correct one. While it's not written down anywhere in the company's charter or bylaws, that maxim might well be the primary operating...

From the South Pole to the stars: Caterpillar gen-sets power a drill being used to construct the world's largest neutrino telescope at the South Pole.
November 1, 2006... It's usually a stretch to link stationary power generation with the outskirts of the galaxy. But at the bottom of the world, that link is being forged as part of an interesting development called Project IceCube. Project IceCube is an...

Russelectric keeps it real-time with custom monitoring software.(POWER GENERATION)
November 1, 2006... Hingham, Mass.-based Russelectric Inc. has introduced new custom SCADA software for use with power control systems. The software is designed to provide interactive monitoring, real-time and historical trending, comprehensive reporting,...

New diesel gen-sets to fuel MTU Detroit Diesel growth: more powerful and cleaner Series 4000 diesel engine and gas engine competence center unveiled.(POWER GENERATION)(Company overview)
November 1, 2006... The year 2006 continues to be a busy one for MTU Detroit Diesel. The former off-highway division of Detroit Diesel Corp. broke away to form its own company on Jan. 1. In March, it was included in the sale of DaimlerChrysler's Off-Highway...

Enclosing growth: D.T.S. expands facilities to keep up with demand for customized generator enclosures, trailer systems.(POWER GENERATION)(Company overview)
November 1, 2006... It is a tale told often in American business: a company starts out in one direction and ends up thriving in another. As an example, you need look no farther than D.T.S. Inc., the South Dakota-based manufacturer of highly customized generator...

A digital direction: GAC focuses toward the future with a growing range of electronic engine and generator set controllers.(CONTROLS)
November 1, 2006... As Governors America Corp. (GAC) moves into its 20th year, it continues to diversify its product offering with a growing range of electronic engine controls. While GAC's traditional product line primarily consists of analog speed control...

Building to another level: opening of new facility allows Palmer Johnson Power Systems to expand remanufacturing efforts; "small volumes done in a large way".
November 1, 2006... A lot of factors are involved in making a company successful. And often the most significant are the ones far less obvious than having the right product, process or price. In a real sense, the companies that continue to thrive are the ones who...

Dates and new site set for ConExpo Asia 2007.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has announced the next ConExpo Asia will be held December 4-7, 2007, at the Chinese Export Commodities Fair (CECF) Pazhou Complex in Guangzhou, China. The inaugural ConExpo Asia was held in May...

New digital annunciator from Altronic.(CONTROLS)
November 1, 2006... Altronic Inc., the Girard, Ohio, manufacturer of advanced digital control systems, has introduced the newest model in its digital annunciator product line. The new DD-40NTV digital annunciator is a sophisticated safety shutdown system for...

New president for Bobcat Americas.(DIESEL HR)(appointments of David Rowles )(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... David Rowles has been appointed president, Bobcat Americas, effective Sept. 1, according to an announcement by Richard Pedtke, president, Ingersoll Rand Compact Vehicle Technologies. Rowles replaces Scott R. Nelson, who recently accepted the...

Schaefer waves in cleaner power.(POWER GENERATION)(introduction of AEP-1500 series inverters )
November 1, 2006... Schaefer Inc., Ashland, Mass., has recently introduced its new AEP-1500 series of 1500 W pure sine wave inverters. The new inverters have a "clean" ac output that is designed to produce less than 3% total harmonic distortion for applications...

New electronic gas carburetor from Continental Controls.(ENGINE CONTROLS)(introduction of EGC 2 carburetor)
November 1, 2006... Continental Controls Corp. has announced the release of a new electronic gas carburetor for small, rich-burn, gaseous-fueled engines. The new EGC 2 carburetor is designed for typical applications in gas compression, power generation, irrigation...

Looking to make the U.S. a cooler place: German thermal insulation specialist Thermamax enters U.S. market; systems for mobile, stationary applications.(THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS)
November 1, 2006... Thermamax, the German company specializing in insulation for high-temperature engine applications, recently announced its entry into the United States market. To highlight that move, the company is making its first appearance at the PowerGen...

Staying flexible: HED adds three more modules to its line of electronic controllers.(CONTROLS & INSTRUMENTATION)
November 1, 2006... HED Inc. has added three new general-purpose, programmable electronic controllers to its product line, all designed to be flexible and able to operate as standalone modules or master controllers. "We recognize that not all electronic...

Tier 3 certification for Deere, Deutz diesels.(EMISSIONS & ALTERNATIVES: Covering Fuel Cells and Other Emerging and Alternative Technologies)(licencing of PowerTech E 4.5 L and 6.8 L engines of John Deere Power Systems)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... John Deere Power Systems (JDPS) said that its PowerTech E 4.5 L and 6.8 L engines have been Tier 3 certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). These two engines are the first models in the PowerTech E family to receive Tier 3...

Cargill.(EMISSIONS & ALTERNATIVES: Covering Fuel Cells and Other Emerging and Alternative Technologies)
November 1, 2006... Cargill recently earned the distinction of Accredited Producer of biodiesel fuel under the BQ-9000 voluntary quality assurance program. BQ-9000 is a quality assurance certification program that includes procedures for fuel production, storage,...

Arctic Cat OKs B20 biodiesel for ATV.(EMISSIONS & ALTERNATIVES: Covering Fuel Cells and Other Emerging and Alternative Technologies)
November 1, 2006... Farmers now have another option in which to use biodiesel on the farm. Arctic Cat, manufacturer of all terrain vehicles (ATVs), has just announced and completed development of a twin-cylinder diesel ATV. The Arctic Cat machine comes with a fuel...

International Fuel Technology Inc. (IFT).(EMISSIONS & ALTERNATIVES: Covering Fuel Cells and Other Emerging and Alternative Technologies)
November 1, 2006... International Fuel Technology Inc. (IFT) will make the first major commercial shipment of its DiesoLIFT fuel additive to the Philippines intended for National Power Corp. (Napocor), a government-owned division of the Philippine Department of...

Fuel Systems Solutions Inc.(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Fuel Systems Solutions Inc. announced the market launch of a new CNG refueling station, with initial orders valued at approximately $1.5 million. The company intends to open a dedicated 15,000 sq.ft. CNG refueling station manufacturing facility...

SINOx systems for ferries.(EMISSIONS & ALTERNATIVES: Covering Fuel Cells and Other Emerging and Alternative Technologies)
November 1, 2006... Argillon LLC has received a significant contract from the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to provide its SINOx SCR system. The contract was part of a project that involved the installation of an SCR system on the ferry Alice Austen,...

Clean Diesel Technologies Inc. and Extengine Transport Systems LLC.(EMISSIONS & ALTERNATIVES: Covering Fuel Cells and Other Emerging and Alternative Technologies)
November 1, 2006... Clean Diesel Technologies Inc. and Extengine Transport Systems LLC have entered into a license and distribution agreement of diesel particulate filters for the Chinese and North American markets. The licensing agreement is for the technology,...

Reaching a new level: Miratech's CombiKat diesel particulate filter receives full Level 3 CARB verification.(TECHNOLOGY OF CLEAN AIR)
November 1, 2006... Industrial engine emissions control and engine performance specialist Miratech Corp. recently announced that its CombiKat CBS diesel particulate trap has received full California Air Resources Board (CARB) Level 3 Verification for stationary...

Filtration products.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
November 1, 2006... Luber-finer, a division of Champion Laboratories, has recently launched its redesigned website www.luberfiner.com. The new site includes all of Luber-finer's technical bulletins, and industry- and product-related information on each of its six...

Engine controls.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
November 1, 2006... Governors America Corp. has literature available on its capabilities and a product portfolio which includes a range of engine control products such as gen-set controls, digital engine management systems, gaseous fuel throttle body actuators,...

Engine components.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
November 1, 2006... IPD LLC, a diesel and natural gas engine components manufacturer, has begun publishing an e-mailed newsletter that includes product updates, new products as well as other IPD or industry news. This newsletter is also available in Spanish and...

Exhaust and emissions control.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
November 1, 2006... Harco Manufacturing Inc., a supplier of off-highway exhaust and emission control products, has launched a new and improved website, www.harcomanufacturing.com. The new website includes the complete Harco product catalog, as well as links to...

Going to school on buses: retrofit activity drives Cummins Filtration to develop '07 CV technology for the aftermarket.(TECHNOLOGY OF CLEAN AIR)
November 1, 2006... The primary goal of most engine emissions regulations has been to reduce the levels of the harmful components of exhaust gas of new engines. A side benefit, however, is that in developing emissions reduction systems for new engines, the same...

Looming deadlines focus attention on emissions-reduction technologies.(TECHNOLOGY OF CLEAN AIR)
November 1, 2006... As the deadline looms to comply with future emission limits such as the 2007 and 2010 EPA standards in the U.S. and Euro 5 in 2008 in Europe, commercial vehicle makers continue to make the reduction of nitrogen oxides a priority. One of the...

Heat transfer products.(Global Heat Transfer)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Global Heat Transfer (GHT) has published a brochure on its heat transfer products for mining, ag, military, marine, trucking and automotive industries. GHT's capabilities include industrial radiators and cores, aluminum products and coolers,...

Electronic diesel engines.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
November 1, 2006... Cummins has published a brochure on its four- and six-cylinder electronic QSB line of Tier 3 diesel engines for industrial applications. The electronically controlled QSB engines feature ratings from 99 to 275 hp and are configured with...

Metal fasteners.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
November 1, 2006... New literature from Elgin Fastener Group (EFG) offers company profiles and contact information for each of its six fastener divisions. EFG combines four domestic fastener manufacturers, fastener engineering, fastener import sourcing and a metal...

Direct drive PTO clutches.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
November 1, 2006... Logan Clutch has literature on its direct drive PTO clutches used in industrial, marine, construction, ag, mining, rail, oil field, and lawn and turf equipment. Logan designed the clutches to mount between the engine PTO and an auxiliary...

Putting the lid on catalyst issues: DCL International unveils next generation of QUICK-LID catalytic converter systems for stationary engines; improvements highlight serviceability, access.(DCL International Inc.)
November 1, 2006... While it is a given that emissions control technology must first and foremost remove harmful constituents from the engine exhaust gas stream, it is equally true that they must also be able to operate in the real world, where durability,...

Lister Petter.(DIESEL HR)(Mike Guilinger appointed as a presidents)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... LISTER PETTER: Mike Guilinger has been named president of Lister Petter Americas Inc. Guilinger was formerly vice president and general manager. Also at Lister Petter Americas, Peter Barr returns to the company as sales director, USA and...

Rypos.(DIESEL HR)(Evan Ypsalantis appointed as a director of Rypos Inc.)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... RYPOS: Evan Ypsalantis has been named director of sales for Rypos Inc., a manufacturer of advanced filtration systems to reduce diesel engine emissions in generators, construction vehicles and other equipment. In his new position, Ypsalantis...

Gen-set emissions control in the North Sea.(TECHNOLOGY OF CLEAN AIR)
November 1, 2006... Controlling the emissions from a diesel generator set is a fairly straightforward proposition, even given that the level of control gets more and more precise with every new tier or regulation. However, when the generator sets are 150 miles...

Leak testing systems for EGR coolers.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
November 1, 2006... Cincinnati Test Systems (CTS) Mass Spectrometer leak testing units are used to test charge-air coolers and other cooling system components in heavy-duty diesel engine applications. According to CTS, they can also be used for leak testing of EGR...

Engine insulation.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
November 1, 2006... The InsulTech Trident 3000 thermal product for the marine industry from InsulTech LLC has a non-deteriorating design that is fireproof and engineered to meet all new emission control requirements. The insulation composites are surrounded with...

Cast steel pistons.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
November 1, 2006... Diesel and natural gas component manufacturer IPD LLC of Torrance, Calif., has added a line of IPDSteel cast steel articulated, two-piece pistons designed for the Caterpillar 3406E engine series. IPD offers cylinder kits, engine overhaul kits...

Stationary system designed to reduce rail and port emissions.(TECHNOLOGY OF CLEAN AIR)
November 1, 2006... A California Air Resources Board study showed that moving locomotives account for 50% of the exhaust emissions generated in the Roseville, Calif., rail yard, the largest service and maintenance rail yard in the western part of the United...

Harbin new president at Freightliner Custom Chassis.(DIESEL HR)
November 1, 2006... Freightliner LLC has appointed Robert Harbin as president of Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC), effective Oct. 1, 2006. Harbin will be responsible for all facets of the business, including engineering, manufacturing and sales. Harbin...

BlueTec equals green for Mercedes-Benz: BlueTec system being used on buses in Europe; emissions technology coming to passenger cars and SUVs in U.S.(TECHNOLOGY OF CLEAN AIR)
November 1, 2006... The European Union's stringent Euro 5 emission standards take effect in 2009 and compared to Euro 4, Euro 5 standards represent a further 43% reduction in nitrogen oxide (N[O.sub.x]) emissions. Earlier this year, the Mercedes-Benz Bus and Coach...

New tire technology targets improved fuel economy.(TRUCK TECHNOLOGY)
November 1, 2006... While fuel prices have moderated from their peak earlier this year, the drive to improve fuel economy remains one of the main goals for both truck builders and operators. With that in mind, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has developed a tire...

Ford named president of Terex division.(DIESEL HR)
November 1, 2006... Tim Ford has joined Terex Corp. as president of Terex Aerial Work Platforms. He succeeds Robert Wilkerson, who will continue with the company and help with customer and other growth initiatives, Terex said. Prior to joining Terex, Ford was most...

Sonntag new president of Westport Asia.(Westport Innovations Inc.)(Nicholas Sonntag )(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Westport Innovations Inc. announced the appointment of Nicholas Sonntag as president of Westport Asia. In his role, Sonntag will be responsible for the growth and development of Westport's emerging businesses and opportunities in China. He will...

Husco.(DIESEL HR)(Austin Ramirez has rejoined as a Husco International)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... HUSCO: Austin Ramirez has rejoined Husco International, a developer and manufacturer of hydraulic and electrohydraulic controls for off-highway and automotive applications, after completing his MBA at Stanford's Graduate School of Business. In...

Carrier Transicold.(DIESEL HR)
November 1, 2006... CARRIER TRANSICOLD: Eduardo Andrade has been promoted to business manager of special products at Carrier Transicold, a manufacturer of transport temperature control and anti-idling products. Andrade's new responsibilities will include leading...

Caterpillar.(DIESEL HR)(Karl Vandermyde appointed as a manager)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... CATERPILLAR: Karl Vandermyde, formerly manager of sales and product support--East, has been appointed manager of OEM sales for Caterpillar's truck engine group. In his new role, Vandermyde will lead Cat's OEM sales and product support team...

Targeting energy savings: Gates develops truck idle reduction package, accessory drive systems.(TRUCK TECHNOLOGY)
November 1, 2006... Gates Corp. has introduced the CabRunner Integrated Power System as part of its new Energy Saving product lineup. Other Energy Saving products include the Gates E3 Drive and Electro-Mechanical Drive. The CabRunner IPS for heavy-duty,...

Kubota moves in more mowers.(TURF EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2006... Redesigning its F series mowers, Kubota Tractor Corp., Torrance, Calif., has unveiled three new front-mount mowers. The new F2880E, F2880 and F3680 are two- and four-wheel-drive mowers offered with a 60 or 72 in. cutting deck, giving the mowers...

Quieter and cleaner: Terex Construction Americas launches new Tier 3 midrange excavator.(CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2006... Designed as the successor to its TXC300LC-1 excavator, Terex Construction Americas, Southaven, Miss., has introduced the 67,240 lb. TXC300LC-2 excavator. The TXC300LC-2 includes upgrades and advanced features to its Tier 3 compliant engine, as...

The next generation in logistics: Oshkosh launches its next-generation LVSR truck with a $740.2 million U.S. Marine production contract.(MILITARY VEHICLES)
November 1, 2006... Oshkosh Truck Corp. has been awarded a production contract by the U.S. military for its new Logistics Vehicle System Replacement (LVSR) trucks. The LVSR is the next generation of Oshkosh's Logistics Vehicle System (LVS) truck, which has been...

New analog sensor from MTS.(TECHNOLOGY)
November 1, 2006... Expanding the versatility of its sensor lineup, the Sensors Division of MTS Systems Corp. has launched the new R series analog sensors. The R series are the next generation of MTS' Temposonics brand designed to provide enhanced performance,...

AGCO.(DIESEL HR)
November 1, 2006... AGCO: Gretchen DeCoster has been promoted to vice president of customer support for North America at the worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment. Having started with the company in 1999, DeCoster will now be responsible...

Wagner Equipment.(DIESEL HR)(Scott Wagner appointed fo the position of manager)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... WAGNER EQUIPMENT: Scott Wagner has been appointed to the position of manager of product support for Wagner Equipment Co., the Caterpillar dealer for Colorado, New Mexico and El Paso, Texas. He will oversee Wagner Equipment's product support...

Spark plug leads.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
November 1, 2006... Motortech has released a series of high tension leads that are designed to fit a variety of gas engine applications. The PolyMot leads utilize ceramic inserts, Teflon/ Hyperflon extensions, silicone seals and boots, ceramic resistors for RFI...

Multibody simulation software.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
November 1, 2006... LMS has announced that Toshiba is using the LMS Virtual.Lab Motion multibody simulation software in the development of advanced power transmission equipment at its Power Systems Division. With the Virtual.Lab Motion software, Toshiba is able to...

Sealed toggle switches.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
November 1, 2006... The 3500 series sealed toggle switch, from APEM Components Inc., a manufacturer of high-quality miniature and industrial switches, is designed to be used for applications such as off-highway, agriculture, aviation, military, marine and...

ComRent International.(POWERLINES)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... ComRent International has opened its first Florida location and its ninth location overall. The branch has a 10,100 sq.ft. building on three acres in Mulberry, Fla. which is centrally located to Tampa, St. Petersburg, Orlando, Miami, Fort...

Lubrizol.(POWERLINES)
November 1, 2006... With the licensing of the new API C J-4 specification for heavy-duty diesel engine oil just around the corner, Lubrizol has developed a dedicated website and a free online course to help people in the industry understand C J-4 and its impact on...

NORAM, Milwaukee, Wis., has announced the purchase of power transfer component supplier, Premier Performance Inc., Richfield, Wis.(POWERLINES)
November 1, 2006... NORAM, Milwaukee, Wis., has announced the purchase of power transfer component supplier, Premier Performance Inc., Richfield, Wis. The acquisition, Noram said, will enhance its single source supplier capabilities and expand its customer base by...

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has elected 10 companies to membership in the international trade group for the manufacture and market of agriculture and construction-related equipment, products and services.(POWERLINES)
November 1, 2006... The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has elected 10 companies to membership in the international trade group for the manufacture and market of agriculture and construction-related equipment, products and services. The companies...

Searching for CAD parts by shape: CADSEEK from iSEEK uses shape-based search technology; flying over CAD databases.(DESIGN TOOLS)
November 1, 2006... Ask design engineers what they think about searching for CAD parts data when designing a new product. Or ask manufacturing people what they think of parts redundancies in their CAD files. Your questions are as likely to be met with groans as...

CNH Case New Holland.(POWERLINES)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... CNH Case New Holland has broke ground on a 500,000 sq.ft, parts distribution center in Cameron, Mo., 50 miles northeast of Kansas City. This $30 million development contributes to the second phase of a global plan by CNH to improve dealer and...

Midwestern regional freight carrier, Alvan Motor Freight, has signed an agreement with Oil Purification Systems to purchase 100 OPS-1 onboard oil refiner systems to outfit its entire fleet of high-mileage, line-haul vehicles.(POWERLINES)
November 1, 2006... Midwestern regional freight carrier, Alvan Motor Freight, has signed an agreement with Oil Purification Systems to purchase 100 OPS-1 onboard oil refiner systems to outfit its entire fleet of high-mileage, line-haul vehicles. Oil Purification...

Viscosity sensor manufacturer BiODE Inc. has entered into a partnership agreement with engineering and technology development firm, Foster Miller Inc., to produce a new generation of oil condition monitoring sensors.(POWERLINES)
November 1, 2006... Viscosity sensor manufacturer BiODE Inc. has entered into a partnership agreement with engineering and technology development firm, Foster Miller Inc., to produce a new generation of oil condition monitoring sensors. The new sensors will...

Methods Machine Tools Inc., a supplier of precision machine tools and accessories, has announced a partnership with Toyoda Machinery USA, a division of Japanese manufacturer JTEKT Corp., which produces machine tools, industrial robots and automotive components.(POWERLINES)
November 1, 2006... Methods Machine Tools Inc., a supplier of precision machine tools and accessories, has announced a partnership with Toyoda Machinery USA, a division of Japanese manufacturer JTEKT Corp., which produces machine tools, industrial robots and...

Onset launches data collection device.(TEST EQUIPMENT)
November 1, 2006... Battery-powered data logger supplier, Onset Computer Corp. has introduced the HOBO U-Shuttle data transport device, complementing its line of HOBO data logger products. The new HOBO U-Shuttle allows users to download data from multiple HOBO...

Hoyt's new multifunction meters.(INSTRUMENTATION)(Hoyt Electrical Instrument Works Inc)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Hoyt Electrical Instrument Works Inc. has expanded its product portfolio to now include multifunction meters with the introduction of the D-CK 920 series digital meters. Available for both ac and dc outputs, the D-CK 920 series digital meters...

Volvo Trucks North America and Mack Trucks Inc. have announced the opening of a new parts distribution center (PDC) in Jacksonville, Fla.(POWERLINES)
November 1, 2006... Volvo Trucks North America and Mack Trucks Inc. have announced the opening of a new parts distribution center (PDC) in Jacksonville, Fla. The new 170,000 sq.ft. PDC stocks 23,500 parts and is expected to fill nearly 600,000 order lines per...

Marzocchi Pumps USA.(POWERLINES)
November 1, 2006... Marzocchi Pumps USA has announced the move and expansion of its North America distribution and service center to a 17,000 sq.ft. facility in Valencia, Calif. Marzocchi manufactures over 2000 different types of hydraulic gear pump and gear motor...

SmarTire Systems Inc.(POWERLINES)
November 1, 2006... With the tires shortages that are facing mining equipment manufacturers today, global South African supplier Bell Equipment Limited has selected SmarTire Systems Inc.'s SmartWave tire pressure monitoring system for installation on its mining...

Auxiliary Power Dynamics.(National Association of Small Trucking Companies)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... The National Association of Small Trucking Companies (NASTC) has named auxiliary power unit manufacturer, Auxiliary Power Dynamics as a preferred vendor. Auxiliary Power Dynamics produces the Willis APU, which is used as an anti-idling device...

Eaton Corp. has selected LMS' Test.Lab software to optimize the NVH performance of its hydraulic systems and components.(POWERLINES)
November 1, 2006... Eaton Corp. has selected LMS' Test.Lab software to optimize the NVH performance of its hydraulic systems and components. The LMS Test.Lab will be used to reduce the radiated noise of hydraulic equipment, which is subject to noise legislations,...