Design News articles from November 2003

Design News archives from November 2003

Energy eater.(Fact)(aerodynamic drag increases with speed)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... At an average speed of 48 mph, 54% of the energy required to move a car goes into aerodynamic drag. Since drag increases with the square of speed, more than twice as much energy would be required to overcome drag at 70 mph,

Drag reduction.(Fact)(designers are trying to reduce aerodynamic drag on vehicles)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Concept vehicles being developed by government/industry partnerships have 40% less aerodynamic drag than conventional vehicles.

Truck drag.(Fact)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... It's estimated that 65% of a truck's engine output goes into overcoming drag when traveling at high speeds.

Race car focus.(Fact)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... The effect of aerodynamic lift on race cars was not examined in detail until the early 1960s. Today, producing an aerodynamic downforce is considered more important than reducing drag.

Family matters.(Fact)(automobiles have varying lift coefficients)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... The typical family sedan has a lift coefficient of 0.3. The typical race car can have a lift coefficient of -3.0.

Porsche wins.(Fact)(lowest drag coefficient)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... In a recent study of sports cars, the Porsche 924 had the lowest drag coefficient (0.31--0.33), while the Jaguar ZJ-S had the highest (0.40 to 0.41).

Wright Bros worry.(Fact)(Wrights built wind tunnel)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Doubting the accuracy of available lift and drag coefficients of the time, the Wright Brothers built their own wind tunnel to directly measure the ratio of drag to the left of their airplane models.

It's such a drag.(My View)(Editorial)
November 3, 2003... IN THIS MONTH'S COVER STORY, SENIOR WRITER Joe Ogando examines a classic engineering tradeoff at Volvo: To meet new EPA regulations for reduced emissions, the VN heavy truck team adopted diesel engines equipped with exhaust gas recirculation,...

This old doghouse: your home is your castle. Your dog's should be, too.(Flipside)(Column)
November 3, 2003... IN THE NEWS PROFESSION, THEY SAY, YOU need a quirky angle to get a story read. No one would read a story with the headline, "Dog Bites Man," but everyone would read one that said "Man Bites Dog." So it was with great interest that I read a...

Diesels king of the hill.(Mail)(Letter to the Editor)
November 3, 2003... I read your article "D-Days in Detroit" (DN 10.06.03) with great interest because nearly two years ago, I became a diesel convert. I was looking for a 4WD vehicle that would get me through New England winters, endure a daily 80-mile round trip...

Too little too late?(Mail)(Letter to the Editor)
November 3, 2003... Thanks for the article, reaffirming what I have been saying about diesels for over a decade now, but I am confused. Why are American automakers always late to the party, and never learn from the competition? I also do not understand why you...

Baseball physics best.(Mail)(Letter to the Editor)
November 3, 2003... I enjoyed Larry Zirkle's article on corked bats (DN 09.08.03). It reminded me of a longstanding argument between my brother-in-law and me that I think he might be able to settle: All things being equal (bat speed, bat weight and impact...

Motor control gets easier: variable speed adds efficiency and energy reduction.(Slant: insight from insiders)
November 3, 2003... By employing a microcontroller to provide variable-speed motor control, design engineers can realize significant energy savings over standard on/offcontrol and other benefits as well. Here's a look from the trenches at this growing trend from...

More meetings, please: up close and personal fosters accountability.(Rant: really opionated people)
November 3, 2003... "A UNIFIED APPROACH... EXTENDED enterprise collaboration... your product lifecycle... work in concert..."--not that you haven't noticed, but PLM solution providers are using some pretty heady language these days. It sounds good, this...

Vertical union.(B.M.O.C.: research for the real world)(doing research in microprocessors)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Ronald Gutmann is stacking chips and wagering that his effort to interconnect wafers in 3D will allow more electrical functionality in less space. PRESENT POSITION: Professor, Dept. of Electrical, Computer, and Systems Engineering,...

How to defend yourself against a man armed with a grapefruit: Microchip engineer's demo showcases the power of fruit.(Buzz: heard on the street)(clever marketing of nano Watt)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Gaurang Kavaiya, a principal applications engineer at Microchip Technology, was trying to figure out what prop would best illustrate the features of the company's new family of PIC Microcontrollers featuring nano Watt Technology. And get the...

JSF team manages by the numbers: Lockhead Martin chooses Mathcad as standard package.(Buzz: heard on the street)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Engineers like Excel for the simplicity in doing quick calculations and developing spreadsheets. But forget about it when it comes to managing those calculations or gaining any insight behind the numbers--two tasks that the software application...

NU chip for u: pitching products electronically.(Buzz: heard on the street)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... In the futuristic world of Minority Report, billboards call Tom Cruise out by name to get his attention. Sounds far-fetched? Maybe not. Engineers here in the U.S. would likely balk at getting a message on their Blackberry from a vendor company....

(1) Crank calling.(Flash: new and notable product design)
November 3, 2003... Innovative Solutions and Technologies SideWinder [R] Cell Phone Charger. Now it's possible to recharge a cell phone anywhere, even without a source of electricity. The hitch is you have to work for your airtime by cranking this patented...

(2) Lil' Mouse.(Flash: new and notable product design)
November 3, 2003... KidzMouse [R]. Merely making a half-size computer mouse for children two years of age and up wouldn't do, says inventor and CEO Susan Giles. Her KidzMouse is designed to work the way small hands do. Its rounded-profile, patented buttons move...

(3) Weather beater.(Flash: new and notable product design)
November 3, 2003... Nielsen-Kellerman Kestrel [R] 4000 Pocket Weather Tracker. You don't need a weatherman, or the Weather Channel, to know which way the wind blows--or its speed, temperature, pressure, and humidity. But to access the information provided by this...

(4) USB adapter.(Flash: new and notable product design)
November 3, 2003... Dallas Semiconductor Maxim DS9490B USB to iButton [R] Adapter. The iButton ICs in 16-ram diameter stain less steel cans have been around for some time, providing functions such as memory, temperature recording, security cryptographics, and even...

(5) Bone-dome home.(Flash: new and notable product design)
November 3, 2003... Speed Rack Helmet Locker. Expensive motorcycle or snowmobile helmets won't get dinged or scratched from rolling around in a trailer or garage when kept in this breathable Lycra and stainless-steel-frame locker. The Lycra not only protects and...

(6) Hot hands.(Flash: new and notable product design)
November 3, 2003... 180stm Gloves Exhale Heating System [TM]. In cold weather, people often will remove their gloves and blow on their hands to try and warm them. No need to remove these patent-pending gloves, thanks to a port and air chamber that directs warm...

(1) Control controls design.(Flash: CAD/CAM/CAE software)
November 3, 2003... Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical. Autodesk code writers developed this CAD package specifically for designers of control systems, The developers unite AutoCAD with a wiring-diagram product that the software company acquired from Via Development. The...

(2) Marc this Nastran package.(Flash: CAD/CAM/CAE software)
November 3, 2003... MSC.Software MSC.Nastran. This is the first and only version of MSC Nastran with fully integrated MSC,Marc nonlinear analysis capabilities as well as embedded flexible-body transfer between MSC.ADAMS and MSC.Nastran. This eliminates model...

(3) Fast tract.(Flash: CAD/CAM/CAE software)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... SolidWorks 2004. More than 3,000 beta users played with this latest release from SolidWorks before the company finalized the product. And they had a lot to play with: New features for weldments, including automatic cut lists; mold automation,...

Bay State innovatives.(News: trends breakthroughs developments)(Massachusetts leads in number of patents awarded per 100,000 population)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... According to an article in The Boston Globe, the Bay State is heading for more than 4,000 patents awarded in 2003, and inventing more than other high-tech states, including California, New York, New Jersey, and Colorado. Taken from the "index...

Listen up, engineers.(News: trends breakthroughs developments)(engineers promote profession through radio spots)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Voices of Innovation wants to hear your stories of engineering ingenuity and the significant role that engineers play in society, and they want to broadcast it over the radio. You might realize how exciting engineering can be, but everyone else...

Sending the mouse to Mars.(News: trends breakthroughs developments)(Disney World opens new high tech space ride)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Disney has put its imagineers to work once again, and this time they brought in the astronauts. Walt Disney World's Epcot Center opened up its "Mission: SPACE" ride in October, sending kids and adults alike on a trip to Mars via a combination...

Where upsizing cuts costs: bigger turbines slash wind energy costs, boosting that industry's ability and confidence to compete.(Energy)
November 3, 2003... Drop your lance, Don Quixote, for your enemy this time is sturdier, mightier, and way out of your reach. Those aren't your legendary wheat-grinding windmills with wooden sails and brink wails straddling the globe. They're...

Product tagging.(Electronics)(RFID usage to grow while reducing costs)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Inexpensive RFID tags may be seeing more use in the consumer world, thanks to printable electronic polymers. Available at 1 cent each, the tags can be used to monitor stock and reportedly may reduce inventory costs by up to 10% and staff costs...

International team.(Electronics)(semiconductor manufacturers team up for research)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Five leading semiconductor manufacturers--Infineon, Intel, Philips, Samsung Electronics, and STMicroelectronics--have collaborated with IMEC, a European independent micro- and nanoelectronics research center, in its sub 45-nm research platform....

ST Micro researches fuel cells.(Electronics)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Chipmaker STMicroelectronics is joining in the race to develop fuel cells for portable equipment. Its Geneva, Switzerland research center has developed a 3D technique for making the membranes found in fuel cells. Using nanoporous layers made...

Autos drive chipmakers: IC venders roll new processors to automotive industry.(Process This)
November 3, 2003... The continued expansion of semiconductors in automobiles continues to drive major developments by IC suppliers. Motorola is unveiling a new automotive line of 32-bit PowerPC chips, Philips is preparing to enter the CPU market with a line based...

Chat room.(Fluid Power)(Fluid Power Society provides engineers' chat room service)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Web-based discussion groups are growing in popularity among engineers looking for not just information, but informed opinion to go along with it. The Fluid Power Society hosts one of the more lively discussion boards on fluid power that we've...

Braking news.(Fluid Power)(brake designs ranked by popularity)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Hydraulic and pneumatic brakes continue to be a popular choice among design engineers, but electromechanical brakes rank highest. Here's a list of the top ten type of brakes that Design News readers plan to use: Electromechanical 57%...

Int'l Conference.(Fluid Power)(computing methods in fluid power design conference)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... The 1st International Conference on Computational Methods in Fluid Power Technology will be held in Melbourne, Australia on Nov. 26-28, 2003. The event is being organized by Fluid Power net International and the ME department of Monash...

Plug-and-play manifolds pick up market momentum: they make it easy to add solenoid-type valves.(Money Savers)
November 3, 2003... Makers of pneumatic plug-and-play manifolds say that demand for their new breed of products is climbing, as manufacturers take aim at slashing production costs. The manifolds, which incorporate pneumatic connectors and electrical wiring,...

A colorful PEEK.(Materials + Joining)
November 3, 2003... New polyetheretherketone (PEEK) stock shapes from Quadrant Engineering Plastic Products combine custom color capabilities with PEEK's top-notch properties--including chemical and stress-crack resistance at elevated temperatures and high...

More materials data.(Materials + Joining)
November 3, 2003... IDES, a provider of plastics data management services, announced a release of over 2,000 new plastic material property datasheets on its website, Prospector. Data are presented in ASTM, ISO, and CAMPUS[R] formats with options to display English...

The right fastener for right angles.(Materials + Joining)
November 3, 2003... PennEngineering Fastening Technologies has a developed new self-clinching fastener that creates strong right-angle attachment points in thin steel or aluminum assemblies. These patented PEM R'ANGLE fasteners operate as alternatives to bent tabs...

Induction welding heats up under (low) pressure: in alternative joint situations, induction welding pulls through with strong joints, distortion elimination, and expanded material use.(Joining)
November 3, 2003... Ultrasonic. Hot plate. Spin. Vibration. Laser. All of these welding methods can join thermoplastic components. Yet when the joint has to be structural, hermetic, free of distortion, very long, or made between tough-to-join materials, induction...

Joint failure flushed away.(Materials + Joining)(new welding technique improves flush valve quality)
November 3, 2003... Ashland's Emabond process has seen use in a variety of applications, but one of the best fits for the technology has been pressure vessels that need strong, hermetic joints. Sloan Valve Co.'s Flushmate division (www. flushmate.com), which makes...

Cleaner engine.(Motion Control + Power Transmission)(Dual-Fuel technology reduces truck emissions)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... The Dual-Fuel[TM] technology by Clean Air Partners (www. cleanairpartners.com) has enabled the first heavy-duty truck in Japan to meet the country's emissions guidelines, some of the toughest in the world. Dual-Fuel allows engines to operate on...

Rare earth spurs fuel cells.(Motion Control + Power Transmission)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Researchers at Georgia Tech are looking to oxides of the rare earth elements cerium (Ce), terbium (Tb), and praseodymium (Pr) to perhaps jump start use of small-scale hydrogen production systems for powering fuel cells in homes, as well as for...

Fire away.(Motion Control + Power Transmission)(Ford is developing a fire suppression sytem for police cruisers)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... To reduce the risk associated with high-speed police accidents and the potential for fuel leaks that accompany them, Ford has announced that it is developing a fire suppression system as a factory option for the 2005 Crown Victoria Police...

BMW opts for hybrid steering system: automaker forgoes steer-by-wire as not yet ready.(Automotive)
November 3, 2003... You've read in Design News about the weight, complexity, and potential power management advantages of electronically controlled steer-by-wire (see DN 10.07.02, p.84). Why then, when they redesigned their flagship 5 Series performance sedan for...

Durable GPS receiver resists the elements.(Electronics)
November 3, 2003... Soft-touch grips and seals made of Santoprene[TM] TPV help safeguard the state-of-the-art, feature-rich Navitrak[TM] Digital Navigation Assistant from water and impact. Enter 140 View complete story at: ...

"Oscar award" for packaging goes to industrial container.(Packaging)
November 3, 2003... Distinct air- and water-tight closing system of CurTec's "Click Pack" industrial container drum features Santoprene TPV for closure gasket inside innovative screw lid. Enter 141 View complete story at: ...

Auto and construction companents made from Santoprene TPV prove their endurance.(Automotive)
November 3, 2003... Impressive, favorable test results after 10 to 12 years of real-world use for rack and pinion boots, roof profiles glass run channels, expansion joints, and railroad pads. Enter 142 View complete story at: ...

Software pals.(Software + Hardware)(Autodesk and Microsoft have formed an alliance to connect engineering data to enterprise resource planning)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... Autodesk and Microsoft have formed an alliance to connect engineering data to enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Specifically, Autodesk's engineering data management software will be integrated with Microsoft ERP products. This, the...

Do your research.(Software + Hardware)
November 3, 2003... Cyon Research Corp. has published its latest white paper, entitled "The Road to the Future: How Product Development can Make the Journey More Profitable," with the intention of demonstrating the need for optimized product development processes...

New standard.(Software + Hardware)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2003... A new 3D solid modeling standard has been set at the request of Industry and the U.S. Government. ASME Y14.41, an extension of ASME Y14.5M, serves as a guide for CAD software packages to develop modeling and annotation practices. The standard...

Flexible FEA means speed: new software offers networked license sharing and a number of cost-effective and time-saving enhancements.(Analysis)(using finite element analysis software)
November 3, 2003... You may never see analyst Terry Bender on CSI, but some of the forensic work you do see is part of his daily routine. Bender works as an analyst with Applied Concepts (www. applycon.com), a Medina, MN-based engineering consulting firm....

Faster chips on the way: new fabrication technique could boost performance 40-65%.(Chip Shot)
November 3, 2003... Within the next three to five years, design engineers could have at their disposal new CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor) computer chips that are 40 to 65% faster than the chips currently used in computers. Those lightening-fast...

Auto test system ... FEA evaluation ... Torque tools ...: the Search Engineer finds solutions to all your questions, problems, and dilemmas. Occasionally, he could be wrong. But he doubts it.(Ask The Search Engineer)
November 3, 2003... Dear Search Engineer: We're interested in developing a computer test system for various automotive electromechanical relays. The parameters include nominal voltage, coil resistance, pick-up voltage, drop-out voltage, insulation resistance,...

CFD yields EPA okay: computational fluid dynamics software helped Volvo engineers create a heavy truck that meets clean air standards and doesn't gulp fuel economy to the wind.
November 3, 2003... MOST PEOPLE ENJOY CLEAN AIR, BUT IT CAN GIVE HEAVY-TRUCK ENGINEERS A REAL HEADACHE now that truck builders have to comply with Environmental Protection Agency regulations that require them to reduce nitrogen oxide emissions by more than 40%....

Armed for speed.(Automation)(CBW Automation (Ft. Collins, CO) speede up robot arm by use of a single personal computer)
November 3, 2003... Engineers at CBW threw out the PLCs, motion controllers, and I/O modules controlling their retrieval robot and replaced them with a single PC. The result: It's fast. Very fast. IN 1990 CBW AUTOMATION (FT. COLLINS, CO) LAUNCHED THE FAST...

Torque up, size down: a new line of motors is claimed to deliver 30% higher torque density, and--surprise!--at a lower cost.(Power Transmission)
November 3, 2003... Achieving higher torque and better overall performance are never-ending goals for motor engineers, whose customers are becoming increasingly demanding in their requirements. Danaher Motion (www.motionvillage.com) just jumped on the...

Reuse your software: recycling good software saves time and money.(Measurements in the Design Flow: a special editorial series sponsored by National Instruments)
November 3, 2003... It sounds crazy, but in the world of software development, programmers create code no one else can use, so many projects must start from scratch. Although the idea of re-using software has existed since the days of 1's and 0's, few programmers...

Maximizing code reuse speeds test development.(Measurements in the Design Flow editorial series)
November 3, 2003... Designing efficient test systems requires a modular software architecture and development tools optimized for test. To develop test systems faster and more cost effectively, it is critical that you evaluate your test software architecture to...

Controller/drive 'sandwiches' eliminate wiring, saving time and cost: direct connector mounting eases packaging complexity.(Motion Control)
November 3, 2003... By "sandwiching" motor-drive amplifier boards onto a controller card, engineers at Galil Motion Control have eased assembly and eliminated often-complicated cable connections. A 96-pin DIN4162 AMP connector serves to directly connect the...

Data visualization: assign contour variables.(Software/Hardware)
November 3, 2003... Tecplot v10 was released to add capabilities in three areas--plotting tools, data management and user interface--the company reports. Plotting tools include multiple contour variable options, polar plots, 3D scatter symbols, and image...

Modeling program: improved aesthetics.(Software/Hardware)
November 3, 2003... Parasolid v15, geometric modeling software that includes enhanced editing capabilities, creates a precise 3D mathematical representation of the product. The resulting data allows users to automate product lifecycle management in CAD and CAM...

Mechanical design: drawing enhancements.(Software/Hardware)
November 3, 2003... The SolidWorks 2004 3D mechanical design software release includes drawing automation enhancements that allow designers to create production drawings from large assemblies faster than any previous version, the company says. Lightweight drawings...

Elastomeric connectors squeeze into small spaces in tight devices.(Designer's corner: useful technology for your idea file)
November 3, 2003... The continued shrinking size of portable electronics, as well as the trend to pack more features into the same size packages, are cramping the space with which designers have to work. When circuit board separation in these devices is as small...

Solids automation tools: runs inside AutoCAD.(Software/Hardware)
November 3, 2003... Version 3.0 of the company's CAD software includes parametric solid modeling, advanced visualization, and 3D-to-2D automation tools for AutoCAD-based products. Features include a QuickCut command and RealView visualization enhancements. Both...

Program translator: manage manufacturing processes.(Software/Hardware)
November 3, 2003... CATIA v4 Translator is a data translation product for Tecnomatix' software eMPower suite. CATeP is an independent software, requiring no license. It stands alone in Windows environments, providing a link to eMPower's manufacturing process...

Fluid flow software: improve designs, speed decisions.(Software/ Hardware)
November 3, 2003... Computational fluid dynamics software v3.3 is available and includes architecture using VR Juggler[TM] and OpenGL [TM] libraries. Features include decimation, intuitive navigation, seamless integration, virtual user interface, Computational...

CAD software: integrates with management systems.(Software/Hardware)
November 3, 2003... AutoVue v17.1 includes new format support, EDA features, and functions for the electronics and high-tech markets. The visualization and collaboration software supports CATIA 5, Pro/ENGINEER, Wildfire, Inventor, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Mechanical...

Rendering solutions: shorter development cycles.(Software/Hardware)
November 3, 2003... A package of visualization and rendering software solutions for automotive CAD programs is available with a full range of support services. The package reportedly contains all necessary rendering software including sketch rendering, interactive...

Interoperating programs: faster milling layout.(Software/Hardware)
November 3, 2003... InterOp translators will be integrated as a suite in SURFCAM CAD/CAM, providing access to CATIA, STEP, Pro/E, and Unigraphics files. SURFCAM offers 2D and 3D modeling, and CNC programming for mills and lathes. According to the company, the...

Air purifiers: traps more pollutants.(Fluid Power)
November 3, 2003... The company's range of in-room air purifiers consists of three models: Model 402 has a room capacity up to 365 sq ft; Model 501 has a capacity of 620 sq ft; and Model 601 has a capacity up to 679 sq ft. Operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week,...

Valve testers: automatically disengages actuator.(Fluid Power)
November 3, 2003... A device that uses a lever tool to test pneumatic actuators and process valves on live systems is available. The product, which fits between the valve and actuator, reportedly eliminates the need to operate actuators and valves simultaneously...

Rodless cylinder: resists side loads.(Fluid Power)
November 3, 2003... RexMover[TM] rodless pneumatic cylinders travel up to 16 ft/sec, operate leak free, and have low overall heights. Oval pistons resist side loading and save space. Connect air at the side on both ends, on the rear of end covers, or on one end...

Elastomer seals: resilient, moldable.(Fluid Power)
November 3, 2003... Low closure force seals feature FF354-65 ultra-high purity perfluorinated elastomer material with 65 durometer rating for high temperature applications. Designed for use to 600F, seals can be formed into O-rings and many shapes. They resist...

Valves: for multi-directional applications.(Fluid Power)
November 3, 2003... Super X valves are designed for limited space applications requiring high flow capacity, multi-directional flow, and dual pressure. Manually or mechanically operated, the valves are offered with 3/2, 5/2, and 5/3 functions, and are lightweight...

Air filters: prototypes available within five days.(Fluid Power)
November 3, 2003... The Telecom Switch Air Filter line includes replacement air filters for Lucent 5ESS and Nortel DMS 100 switches, among air filters for other popular switch products. OEM telecom switch manufacturers specify the filters to help meet Telcordia...

Abrasive fluid pumps: mount to NEMA, IEC motors.(Fluid Power)
November 3, 2003... Abrasive fluid pumps are designed to resist leaks in difficult applications. These magnet-driven units have no shaft seals and positive displacement cavities. Models are made from zirconia, nickel carbide, hardened stainless steel or other...

Temperature control system: easy access to internal components.(Fluid Power)
November 3, 2003... Minor cooling circuit leaks can stop plant production operations, and the Duratherm NPS negative pressure control system temporarily fixes those leaks, the company claims. A Venturi jet pump pulls water through the system, rather than pushing...

Pressure system: suitable for harsh conditions.(Fluid Power)
November 3, 2003... The PNI Series differential pressure monitoring system offers clog detection in filter systems. Features include stainless steel housings, large numeric display, direct process mounting, and independent monitoring of differential and system...

UHP slit valve: variety of materials.(Fluid Power)
November 3, 2003... Designed to provide OEMs and chip fabricators with an original and/or replacement door option, the UHP Gate Valve Door" intends to offer improved abrasion resistance and seal integrity. Particle generation is reportedly up to four times less...

Pumps: long-wearing silicon carbide bearings.(Fluid Power)
November 3, 2003... Created to conform to all ANSI B73.1 dimensional standards in both liquid and drive end, the MAXP Series pumps are interchangeable with existing ANSI pump installations. The pumps are available in 17 pump sizes, 16 magnet sizes, and 9 different...