Diesel Progress North American Edition articles from September 2006

Diesel Progress North American Edition archives from September 2006

Pick a number, any number.(TOP DEAD CENTER)
September 1, 2006... Economists, researchers and forecasters are easy targets. They're the weathermen of the business world. When they're right on the money, nobody acknowledges it, but if we end up shoveling eight inches of partly cloudy, people get testy. My...

Engine power, to crush rocks: distributor targets aggregate applications with rock-crushing power units; three power options ranging from 343 to 672 hp.(STATIONARY POWER PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2006... Engine distributor Engine Power Inc., Oconomowoc, Wis., now supplies a line of rock-crusher power units targeted toward the aggregate markets. Powered by Volvo Penta diesels, Engine Power offers three models in the 343 to 672 hp range to drive...

Josephson Manufacturing Co.(DIESEL HR)(Dave Carr has been named director of research and development )(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... JOSEPHSON MANUFACTURING CO.: Dave Carr has been named director of research and development for Josephson Manufacturing Co., Fort Dodge, Iowa. In his new position, Carr will be responsible for building and D. Carr maintaining a certified lab as...

Stanadyne.(DIESEL HR)(William W. Kelly has been named chief technical officer )(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... STANADYNE: William W. Kelly has been named chief technical officer and senior vice president at Stanadyne Corp., a supplier of engine components and fuel systems based in Windsor, Conn. In his new position, Kelly will oversee product and...

Manitowoc Crane Group.(DIESEL HR)
September 1, 2006... MANITOWOC CRANE GROUP: John Lanning is now the director of advanced engineering and products at lift equipment manufacturer Manitowoc Crane Group. As director, Lanning will be responsible for advanced engineering for the Americas region. With...

Clampco Products Inc.(DIESEL HR)
September 1, 2006... CLAMPCO PRODUCTS INC.: Derek Sandborn has been recently added as sales and marketing manager at the Wadsworth, Ohio-based manufacturer of stainless-steel T-bolt ban clamps and V-band couplings. In his new position, Sandborn will lead Clampco's...

Dateline.(WWW.DIESELPROGRESS.COM)(Calendar)
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GPS navigating into new niches: global positioning technologies branching out into broader applications, including fleet management, diagnostic monitoring.(INDUSTRY NEWS)(Company overview)
September 1, 2006... While global positioning technologies have been used by the military since the 1950s, these days GPS technologies are navigating into whole new territories. From navigation systems used in passenger cars to fleet management systems used in...

Tedom natural gas engines introduced in North America: Czech-built engines targeted at gas compression, other stationary uses; line of cogen packages as well.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2006... A new line of natural gas engines is being brought into the North American market specifically targeted at applications such as gas compression, pump jacks, power generation and irrigation. A family of five engine models, with a sixth to...

Deutz in production with Tier 3 2013 diesel: key engine for Deutz in the 4 to 7 L global off-highway engine market; common rail system also debuts.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2006... Deutz Corp., Norcross, Ga., is now in full production with Tier 3 versions of its model 2013 diesel. Built at the company's recently expanded manufacturing operations in Porz, Germany, the water-cooled 2013 is the second Tier 3 diesel in the...

Coolly keeping its focus: specializing in off-highway cooling technology, Adams Thermal Systems enjoys significant growth.(INDUSTRY NEWS)(Company overview)
September 1, 2006... A surefire road to success for some companies is being all things to all people--to provide a wide range of related products to the broadest expanse of customers it can reach. Still another way to succeed is by going in the opposite...

Rigmaster.(RigMaster Power Corp.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... RIGMASTER: Gary Lisson has been recently appointed to general manager for the auxiliary power unit manufacturer RigMaster Power Corp. In this position, Lisson will work toward providing the company with clear direction and leadership, directing...

Steyr Motors.(DIESEL HR)
September 1, 2006... STEYR MOTORS: James R. (Rich) Alley has been designated dealer development manager of Steyr Motors North America, a wholly owned subsidiary of Steyr Motors, a manufacturer of lightweight diesel engines for marine and commercial applications....

New planetary rigid axles from AxleTech.(AxleTech International)
September 1, 2006... AxleTech International, a supplier of off-highway and specialty vehicle drivetrain systems, has developed two new families of planetary rigid axles for vocational and heavy-duty applications. The PRC/PROC 2715 axles are available in load...

The long-expected transition will finally arrive in 2007.(FORECAST 2007)
September 1, 2006... Every year, we need to look ahead and make plans for the coming year. Some years are easier than others. This is one of those years when nothing is easy. There are so many conflicting signals flying around that on one hand business (namely...

A slower year in '07 could be pause that refreshes.(FORECAST 2007)
September 1, 2006... Following over three strong years of economic growth from the spring of 2003 through the summer of 2006, we anticipate the U.S. and North American economies are on the threshold of a slowdown in late 2006 that will carry over to 2007. This...

The dreaded 2007 will be dreaded for the truck business.(FORECAST 2007)
September 1, 2006... The dreaded 2007 is almost here, prompting heavy-duty truck and engine suppliers to shake in their boots--and for good reason. But how will the rest of the diesel engine applications in NAFTA be affected? As we approach 2007, we see both...

There will be winners and losers in 2007--so what else is new?(FORECAST 2007)
September 1, 2006... The sage reporter of the local sports scene is well known for his "ray of hope, set up the loss" style. Not a week goes by where he doesn't find some way the local underdogs might pull off the upset of the year, but he never ends without...

Technical challenges will continue to shape the emissions world.(FORECAST 2007)
September 1, 2006... Though this forecast has been moved ahead by a period of months, there has hardly been enough time for last year's predictions to materialize, so it seems appropriate to start at the same point: diesel trucks featuring entirely new emission...

Work truck and trailer industry sales expected to decline in 2007.(FORECAST 2007)
September 1, 2006... As noted last year, the big picture has not changed much in he past year. U.S. GDP is still growing at about its long-run rate of 3%. The federal deficit remains quite high and that means there is still pressure on the Federal Reserve Board of...

Still tired: some segments of the industry still feeling enduring tire shortages; tire manufacturers look to increase product life to meet demand.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2006... Over the last several years, I there have been a number of cases where materials and components have been in short supply, driven by factors such as higher than expected demand, or high commodity and materials prices. And one of the most common...

Bigger tires for big rigs? Studies indicate wide-base tires may improve fuel economy, vehicle stability in Class 8 trucks and trailers.(TECHNOLOGY)
September 1, 2006... It is generally recognized that reducing North America's dependence on imported oil and reducing greenhouse gases will not come with the application of a single "silver bullet" technology, but rather through the application of many incremental...

Port of L.A. ships in new air quality plan: Port joins Port of Long Beach in joint five-year Clean Air Action Plan to reduce emissions.(TECHNOLOGY OF CLEAN AIR)
September 1, 2006... Spanning more than 7500 acres, the Port of Los Angeles (POLA), Calif., is considered to be the largest port facility in the U.S. With 255,912 vehicles and 2695 vessels in operation, it is also a leader in air quality initiatives with a series...

Cleanliness in a compact package: Mitsubishi Fuso calls Canter Eco hybrid "the cleanest light truck in the world".(TECHNOLOGY OF CLEAN AIR)
September 1, 2006... Touting it as the "cleanest light truck in the world," Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corp. has introduced the Canter Eco Hybrid truck. According to the company, the vehicle offers the best environmental performance of any commercially available...

Summer is busy time for environmental solutions worldwide.(TECHNOLOGY OF CLEAN AIR)(liquid-cooled canister and disposable filter system)
September 1, 2006... Late summer is supposed to be the lazy time of year, but you'd never know it by looking at Environmental Solutions Worldwide (ESW)--because the first week of August saw three major announcements from the Concord, Ontario, Canada, manufacturer...

Onset Computer.(DIESEL HR)
September 1, 2006... ONSET COMPUTER: Gregg Daly has been named director of sales for Onset Computer Corp., a supplier of battery-powered data loggers and weather stations. Daly joined Onset in 1997, most recently serving as the company's sales manager.

Argillon.(DIESEL HR)(Randy Sadler is now manager of marketing and sales )(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... ARGILLON: Randy Sadler is now manager of marketing and sales for the North American Systems Business at Argillon LLC, Alpharetta, Ga. He will be responsible for development and management of a more expansive and aggressive marketing and sales...

Ready to catch the wave: Corning poised for 2007 following completion of $365 million diesel manufacturing investment; heavy- and light-duty focus; new DuraTrap AC filter.(TECHNOLOGY OF CLEAN AIR)
September 1, 2006... With the next wave of emissions regulations already in the pipeline, the Corning Environmental Technologies division of Corning Inc. has positioned itself to catch the wave, committing more than $300 million to capacity expansions to handle...

Three for one: Azure Dynamics, Workhorse Custom Chassis and Productive concepts team to produce hybrid chassis for walk-in trucks.(TECHNOLOGY OF CLEAN AIR)
September 1, 2006... The concept of a hybrid vehicle is to essentially take different technologies--mechanical and electric--and combine them into one. Interestingly enough, what is considered to be the first production hybrid chassis in the U.S. is the result of a...

Case.(DIESEL HR)
September 1, 2006... CASE: James R. Hasler has been promoted to vice president, Case Construction Equipment. Having formerly served as the director of strategic accounts, Hasler is now responsible for sales and marketing activities in the U.S. and Canada. Replacing...

Ingersoll Rand.(DIESEL HR)(Larry Silber has been named president of the Utility Equipment division )(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... INGERSOLL RAND: Larry Silber has been named president of the Utility Equipment division for the construction and road building equipment manufacturer. Silber will continue to carry his current responsibilities for sales to the rental industry...

Exhaust emissions legislation creates opportunity: Industrial Solution Services provides high-purity urea for SCR systems in stationary and mobile applications.(TECHNOLOGY OF CLEAN AIR)
September 1, 2006... The proliferation of exhaust emissions reduction technologies--such as selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems--driven by emission legislation worldwide, and for all manner of applications has created new opportunities for products and...

V-band clamps for aftertreatment systems.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
September 1, 2006... Clampco Products Inc., a Wadsworth, Ohio-based manufacturer of stainless-steel T-bolt clamps and V-band couplings, has developed a line of V-band couplings for the heavy-duty filtration and exhaust markets. The V-band couplings, also called...

Exhaust clamp adds pre-positioner.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
September 1, 2006... Norma Products Co. has announced that its NormaConnect SEC (spherical exhaust clamp) is now available with a pre-positioner that simplifies exhaust pipe assembly. The clamps are generally used in cold applications, such as post-catalyst, before...

Heavy-duty air filters.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
September 1, 2006... Luber-finer, a division of heavy-duty filter product manufacturer--Champion Laboratories Inc., has introduced its new MXM Force air filters to its line of heavy-duty air filters for the transportation, off-road/mining, marine, agriculture and...

Environmental technologies.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... Coming has produced literature regarding its substrates and filters for gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles. This literature contains photos and diagrams showing how the substrates and filters work, as well as descriptions of the manufacturing...

Engine replacement parts.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)(InterstateMcBee LLC)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... A catalog released from InterstateMcBee LLC has replacement parts for Cummins KT/KTA/KTTA engines. Parts include accessory drives, cam followers, camshafts and seals, cylinder parts, head components and liners, engine bearings, fuel injector...

High-precision filter weighing.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... Sartorius has released information detailing its SE2-F ultra-microbalance. The literature provides information on how the ultra-microbalance weighs filters while using the built-in program to correct the air density effect. It also contains...

Steel rod ends.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... Tuthill Controls Group has developed literature on the SSPM and SSPF stainless-steel rod ends. It lists benefits and charts with specifications for the rod ends which have use in light-, medium-and heavy-duty industrial/mechanical motion...

Modine Manufacturing Co.(EMISSIONS & ALTERNATIVES: Covering Fuel Cells and Other Emerging and Alternative Technologies)
September 1, 2006... Modine Manufacturing Co. said it has been awarded a program to supply exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) coolers representing approximately $13 million in sales over five years to Deutz AG, a global manufacturer of diesel and gas engines. The EGR...

Biodiesel.(EMISSIONS & ALTERNATIVES: Covering Fuel Cells and Other Emerging and Alternative Technologies)
September 1, 2006... Truckers and other motorists can now call a toll-free number to help them find the nearest biodiesel fueling facility, as the National Biodiesel Board (NBB) announced the launch of 866-BIODIESEL. The Biodiesel Hotline is staffed 24 hours a day,...

Hydrogenic Corp.(EMISSIONS & ALTERNATIVES: Covering Fuel Cells and Other Emerging and Alternative Technologies)
September 1, 2006... Hydrogenics Corp., a designer and manufacturer of hydrogen and fuel cell systems, announced that it has received an order for three HyPM XR 12 kW Fuel Cell Power Modules (FCPM) to be integrated into a 48 Vdc backup power application for use by...

A research alliance consisting of General Motors Corp., BMW AG and DaimlerChrysler AG will invest over $1 billion in the development of a new hybrid transmission and related systems that backers say will leapfrog the market-leading technology now offered by Toyota Motor Corp.(EMISSIONS & ALTERNATIVES: Covering Fuel Cells and Other Emerging and Alternative Technologies)
September 1, 2006... A research alliance consisting of General Motors Corp., BMW AG and DaimlerChrysler AG will invest over $1 billion in the development of a new hybrid transmission and related systems that backers say will leapfrog the market-leading technology...

Nippon Yusen K.K. and TCM Corp. have announced plans for testing the practical use of a hybrid transfer crane that has been jointly developed by the two companies.(EMISSIONS & ALTERNATIVES: Covering Fuel Cells and Other Emerging and Alternative Technologies)
September 1, 2006... Nippon Yusen K.K. and TCM Corp. have announced plans for testing the practical use of a hybrid transfer crane that has been jointly developed by the two companies. The test experiment will be conducted at NYK's Tokyo Container Terminal in...

Chrysler Group.(EMISSIONS & ALTERNATIVES: Covering Fuel Cells and Other Emerging and Alternative Technologies)
September 1, 2006... Chrysler Group announced that its first diesel-powered, full-size sport utility vehicle offered in the United States will be shipped from the factory with a B5 blend of biodiesel. The Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD's B5 factory fueling builds on a...

Wheel drives.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... Information on its N-series wheel drives, with fully integrated brakes, has been made available through Auburn Gear. The literature diagrams various models and the maximum intermittent output torque, input speed, oil capacity and dimensions, as...

Online fluid monitoring system.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... Information is available from Chevron Reliability Solutions describing its EyeTank online fluid monitoring system. This web-based lube oil inventory management program is designed to maintain bulk lubricants at optimum levels. The information...

DC vane pumps.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... New from Transportation Research Corp. is literature on its latest generation of vane pumps, The company manufactures vane pumps for marine, generator and locomotive applications. The brochure describes floating vane technology and the X4-chip...

Flowmeter report.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... A research study, conducted by Flow Research has reported changes in the vortex flowmeter market. This study, The World Market for Vortex Flowmeters, 3rd Edition, includes supplier profiles and new segmentation with line sizes, applications,...

Software to simplify hydraulic manifold design.(MOBILE HYDRAULIC SUPPLEMENT)
September 1, 2006... In an effort to make the design of mobile hydraulic systems easier and more cost-effective for fluid power engineers and hydraulic distributors, HydraForce Inc., Lincolnshire, III., is now offering a hydraulic software package that allows users...

A different spin on hydraulic filtration: Parker unveils coreless spin-on filters designed for high efficiency, easier disposal.(MOBILE HYDRAULIC SUPPLEMENT)
September 1, 2006... For components that go into mobile equipment, quality, efficiency and performance are only part of the equation. In addition to these attributes, people who design and use engine-powered machinery are increasingly considering machine...

J.R. Merritt Controls gets a handle on heavy-duty.(MOBILE HYDRAULIC SUPPLEMENT)
September 1, 2006... Filling the heavy-duty end of its joystick line, J.R. Merritt Controls Inc. has introduced the new XL-VNSO joystick model which targets off-road equipment such as aerial platforms, bucket trucks, cranes, agricultural, mining and forestry...

IFPE-ConExpo agreement extended through 2014.(MOBILE HYDRAULIC SUPPLEMENT)(Association of Equipment Manufacturers)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... The IFPE and ConExpo-Con/ Agg expositions have extended their co-location agreement through 2014, according to an announcement by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). "We have been extremely pleased with the results of the...

Technodrive products come under Twin Disc brand in North America.(MOBILE HYDRAULIC SUPPLEMENT)
September 1, 2006... When Twin Disc acquired the Italian power transmission component manufacturer Technodrive S.p.A. in 1999, the company retained separate distribution of products in North America under the Houston-based distributor Technodrive USA. Recent...

Electronic control modules.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)(Axiomatic such as engine controls, machine position and automation systems)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... A company overview has been made available by Axiomatic. Within the brochure are photos and information regarding the various types of products offered by Axiomatic such as engine controls, machine position and automation systems, electronic...

Engine testing.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... A 16-page brochure released by Caterpillar provides an overview, including photos, of its Engine Systems Technologies & Solutions (EST&S) group which markets the company's engine testing capabilities to engine and truck builders, construction...

Metal fabrication.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... Robinson Metal Inc. has published information detailing its metal fabrication capabilities for stainless steel, aluminum, polycarbonates and carbon steel. Robinson uses a variety of technologies, including laser and waterjet cutting, to...

Adhesives and repair products.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... ITW Devcon has published a 60-page catalog providing application, technical and ordering information for the recently merged Devcon and Permatex brands. An OEM adhesive selector guide allows customers to match products for a given substrate or...

Liquid-cooled engines.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... Briggs & Stratton has released information regarding its Vanguard three-cylinder liquid-cooled engines ranging from 23.5 to 34 hp. Available in gasoline, diesel and gaseous-fueled platforms, the Vanguard engines are interchangeable. The...

Instruments website.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... An updated website, www.teledyne-hi. com, is available by Teledyne Hastings Instruments, a manufacturer of measurement, control vacuum pressure and gas flow instruments. The website has improved product specifications, a new FAQ section and...

Drivetrain product website.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... The updated www.axletech.com website containing product guides, application sheets, service manuals and warranty information has been made available by AxleTech. The products are grouped by industry and family. As a result, information on...

General purpose module.(PRODUCT INFORMATION CENTER)
September 1, 2006... Hydro Electronic Devices Inc. (HED) has released literature containing information on its CANLink CL-420 general purpose module. The literature features specifications as well as dimensions and diagrams of the module that is designed as a...

New simulating software for hydraulic systems.(MOBILE HYDRAULIC SUPPLEMENT)
September 1, 2006... Model-based software designer The MathWorks has released SimHydraulics, a software package designed to allow developers to model and simulate hydraulic control systems throughout the design process of transmission assemblies and auxiliary...

Basic hydraulic circuit design: energy conservation, Part 3.(HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS TRENDS)
September 1, 2006... A special class of hydraulic systems has evolved to improve the efficiency of transmitting power from the prime mover to the load. They are load-sensing systems. There are two basic methods of sensing load: with pump controls and valve...

High temperature hydraulic hose.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)(low-pressure applications in mobile, truck and bus equipment)(Brief article)
September 1, 2006... Gates Corp.'s MegaTech LOC hydraulic hose is designed for high temperature (300[degrees]F, continuous), low-pressure applications in mobile, truck and bus equipment. The hose meets SAE J1019 specifications and is constructed to accept lock-on...

Solenoid cartridge valves.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
September 1, 2006... Command Controls Corp. has introduced its newest line of cartridge style valves to fit into the #10 size (0.875 in.-14 Thd.) industry common cavity. The solenoid operated, cartridge type, four-way, three-position, spool type valves achieve...

Water sensor.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
September 1, 2006... Hydac Electronics has introduced the new AS1000 water sensor for continuous monitoring of hydraulic and lubrication fluids in mobile equipment. The new AS1000 sensor measures the percentage of water content in the fluid and can be installed...

Tier 3 gives more power to New Holland wheel loaders.(CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2006... New Holland has recently introduced the W170B and W190B wheel loaders to its construction equipment series, designed to provide more horsepower through new Tier 3 engines and a larger, more functional operator cab. Situated at the top end...

Next generation excavators from Hitachi: Hitachi launches six new excavators as the beginning of its Zaxis Dash Three series; also new ZTS and compact models.(CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2006... Hitachi has recently begun the upgrade of its Dash Two Zaxis excavator series, introducing six new models that make up the Dash Three generation. The new series, comprised of the ZX240LC-3, ZX270LC-3, ZX350LC-3, ZX450LC-3, ZX650LC-3 and...

Case fills in with 70-ton excavator: company extends tracked excavator line with new 70 metric ton CX700; built off CX800 platform; features Tier 3 engine.(CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2006... Filling a gap in its extensive tracked excavator line, Case Construction Equipment has introduced the CX700, a new 70 metric ton machine that fits between its CX460 (46 metric ton) and CX800 (80 metric ton) excavators. Not only does the CX700...

Readying the Ram for underground: modified Dodge Ram truck for underground mining applications features MSHA-approved Cummins diesel.(MINING TECHNOLOGY)
September 1, 2006... Whoever coined the term "free as the air" was probably not from the underground mining industry. Mining for coal and other deep-seam commodities puts a very high premium on air quality both in terms of ventilation to prevent the buildup of...

Vermeer adds new brush chipper.(RECYCLING EQUIPMENT)( drum-style brush chipper)
September 1, 2006... Vermeer Manufacturing Co. has launched a new hydraulically fed, drum-style brush chipper. The new BC1500 chipper, the successor to the BC1400, is a 15 in. capacity chipper aimed at general tree care, natural disaster cleanup and high-production...

Commercializing CGI: SinterCast's casting technology moves beyond development phase into series engine head and block production.(TECHNOLOGY)
September 1, 2006... Engine design is largely governed by performance objects and constrained by packaging, durability, fuel economy and emissions requirements. For diesel engines in particular, these conflicting demands are satisfied by increasing the peak firing...

Cool technology to help meet emissions targets: CuproBraze process for brazed copper/brass heat transfer components can help deliver cooling performance needed for reduced emissions.(TECHNOLOGY)
September 1, 2006... Current emissions reduction targets for diesel engines are governed by legislation in the U.S., Europe, Japan and many other countries worldwide. New laws call for dramatic reduction in oxides of nitrogen (N[O.sub.x]) from heavy-duty engines...

New range of power distribution modules from Arens Controls.(VEHICLE ELECTRONICS)(Company overview)(Company overview)
September 1, 2006... In every industry, there are companies that succeed by supplying solid, standard products and there are others that thrive by staying ahead of the curve in terms of the development and application of new technologies. In the arena of...

Combustion Components Associates.(DIESEL HR)
September 1, 2006... COMBUSTION COMPONENTS ASSOCIATES: Peter Reba has been appointed to lead the ELIM-N[O.sub.x] SCR (selective catalytic reduction) system product line for retrofit applications at Combustion Components Associates (CCA), a supplier of emissions...

Wagner Equipment Co.(DIESEL HR)
September 1, 2006... WAGNER EQUIPMENT CO.: Dave Plothow has been appointed as general sales manager of the earthmoving division at the Caterpillar dealer. Plothow will have responsibility for Colorado, New Mexico and west Texas.

New mobile machine controls, battery charger from Axiomatic.(CONTROL TECHNOLOGY)
September 1, 2006... Axiomatic Technologies, the Canadian manufacturer of electronic controls for engine-powered equipment applications, has recently introduced a range of new products targeting mobile and stationary applications. They include a new level sensor...

"As scheduled or "as needed?" Advances in oil viscosity sensor technology may prompt new look at engine and equipment maintenance cycles.(ENGINE TECHNOLOGY)
September 1, 2006... Proper lubrication is key to extending the life of engines operating in virtually all applications. Historically, lube oil maintenance has been based on engine manufacturer recommendations concerning miles or hours, or the operator's own...

Taking control of its controls: Motortech introduces MIC750 ignition control unit for gaseous-fueled engines.(CONTROLS & INSTRUMENTATION)
September 1, 2006... Three years ago, the ignition control supplier for Motortech exited the market, forcing the company to develop its own controller. Since then, the company has continued to develop its line of ignition control units, resulting in its most recent...

New air/fuel ratio control for gas-fueled engines.(ENGINE TECHNOLOGY)
September 1, 2006... Altronic Inc., the Girard, Ohio--based manufacturer of ignition systems, instrumentation and controls for natural gas-fueled engines and other critical rotating equipment, has developed a new air/ fuel ratio control product for low and medium...

SwRI's "super cell" to test engines in real-world conditions.(TEST EQUIPMENT)
September 1, 2006... Developing heavy-duty diesel engines to meet ever-more stringent emissions regulations is becoming ever-more challenging. More stringent requirements include lower limits on hydrocarbon, carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and total...

Load sensing control valve.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
September 1, 2006... Bosch Rexroth has extended its M4 load sensing valve family to include nominal size 22, increasing its product offering to three nominal sizes--M4-12, M4-15 and M4-22. With the addition of the M4-22, the series covers a flow rate from 1 gpm to...

Miniature check valves.(PRODUCT PIPELINE)
September 1, 2006... Inserta Products Inc. has developed a line of modular valves and fittings that now includes miniature check valves. The two kinds of check valves in this category of miniatures are threaded-in type and slip-in type. The thread-in type ranges in...