New Equipment Digest articles from August 2008

New Equipment Digest archives from August 2008

Energy-efficient gearmotor combinations up to 10 hp.(FROM THE FRONT COVER)
August 1, 2008... Energy-efficient gearmotor package combines Dodge Quantis ILH (in-line helical) and RHB (right-angle helical bevel) C-face gearmotors with Baldor * Reliance Super-E motors. Motor and gearbox combinations up to 10 hp are preselected. Both...

Instrument-mount nut ring prevents stray fasteners.(FROM THE FRONT COVER)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ideal for many instrument panel applications, FSIM Series instrument mount nut ring has no "grasshopper clips" that can fall into sensitive areas. It is available for standard instruments in 21/4 and 31/8-in. sizes,...

How to make a lasting impression!(NED'S TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOURSELF: Information to help you on the job and in your personal life.)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] What you wear, how you sound, and how you present yourself are all factors, which create that first and lasting impression of how others see you. By taking the disciplines of corporate and product branding and...

Fun with your Mac.(NED'S TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOURSELF: Information to help you on the job and in your personal life.)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Want to have some fun and at the same time learn the many capabilities your Mac? My New Mac shows, step by step, how to transfer pictures from a digital camera, share images, listen to podcasts, and much more. ...

Choosing right words.(NED'S TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOURSELF: Information to help you on the job and in your personal life.)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Book presents an invaluable arsenal of professionally written model letters tailored specifically to the construction industry. This will enable you to get your message more effectively than ever before. ...

Motor/Pump Alignment.(NED'S TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOURSELF: Information to help you on the job and in your personal life.)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Written in a "mechanics language," this millwright's guide covers nearly every field alignment problem encountered by most mechanics. Industrial Press Inc. (212) 889-6330 * Circle 39 on card or visit...

Guide for HR pro's.(NED'S TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOURSELF: Information to help you on the job and in your personal life.)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Updated edition helps users master both the science (analytical and assessment techniques) and art (consultative and partnering practices) of performance consulting. Berrett-Koehler Publishers (415) 743-6477...

Grounding & bonding.(NED'S TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOURSELF: Information to help you on the job and in your personal life.)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Handbook covers controlling static electricity in hazardous areas. It also discusses the appropriate equipment available for such applications. Newson Gale Inc. (732) 987-7715 * Circle 41 on card or...

Case history of the month: how to avoid micropitting with the right lubricant.(Exclusive Online Contents)
August 1, 2008... All gears are susceptible to micropitting, a condition that can damage gear tooth accuracy and even cause catastrophic equipment failure if left unchecked. Micropitting damages gear surfaces beginning at the contact points and spreads...

Ultra-compact pressure transmitters.(PRODUCT DEMOS)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ashcroft's ultra-compact gauge and differential pressure transmitters offer an economical alternative to network process transmitters when a digital protocol is not required. * Circle 58 on card or view product...

Stylish, color-coded knurled knobs.(PRODUCT DEMOS)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Novo-Grip knurled knobs from Fixtureworks offer ergonomic comfort, secure holding, and stylish European design, making them suitable for a wide range of mechanical applications. * Circle 59 on card or view...

Metric wave springs reduce assembly size.(PRODUCT DEMOS)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Crest-to-crest metric wave springs from Smalley Steel Ring Co. enable OEMs to reportedly reduce the size of assemblies by up to 50% while maintaining the same amount of force and deflection as a regular coiled...

Electronic valve comes in 2 & 3-way configurations.(FROM THE FRONT COVER)
August 1, 2008... EM Series electronic valve, available in 2 and 3-way configurations, uses a special "spider" design that incorporates wire leads out the top, allowing body rotation for close-center mounting. The valve measuring just over 1 in. high and less...

Video measurement system high precision, oversize Z clearance.(FROM THE FRONT COVER)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Joining the Galileo Series of high-precision video measurement systems, the Model AV350 features a large 350 x 350-mm X-Y work area and a large 200-mm Z clearance, which combines wi th enhanced rigidity to...

Heat-conductive potting compound very fast self-extinguishing polyurethane.(FROM THE FRONT COVER)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Type 50-2369 FR potting compound is reportedly unique in being UL 94 V-0 listed (self-extinguishing) in addition to being thermally conductive, polyurethane, and electrically insulating. The tough urethane cushions...

Synthetic grease food-safe, withstands high temperatures.(FROM THE FRONT COVER)
August 1, 2008... Mobil SHC Polyrex 462 synthetic grease endures high temperatures in industrial and food processing applications. Its long-lasting performance reduces expenditure of time and material, particularly in hard-to-lubricate applications. The grease...

Half-brick DC-DC converters 30 amp, 93% efficiency.(FROM THE FRONT COVER)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Boasting an industry-standard half-brick footprint with no baseplate and exceptional thermal performance, iHG Series dc-dc converters are ideal for use in low-airflow, high-temperature, 48-v power architectures....

Oversize work station bench plus secure storage.(FROM THE FRONT COVER)
August 1, 2008... Oversize work station measures 30 x 60 x 84 in., and combines shelves, steel pegboard, bin mounts, drawers, and a workbench. It provides ample room for a computer terminal, files, tools, and a variety of supplies. Cabinets and drawers are keyed...

Slider-bed belt scale weighs light to medium loads.(FROM THE FRONT COVER)
August 1, 2008... Weighdeck 600 slider-bed belt scale, with IP67 environmental protection, is suitable for flat belt conveyors carrying dry products, and for Intralox-style belts conveying wet products. As a system including an integrator and a speed sensor, the...

Portable tube bender with 37-deg flaring head.(FROM THE FRONT COVER)
August 1, 2008... Model S1140 por table tube bender, with its quick-change 37-deg flaring head, is a compact, lightweight (25 lb), hydraulically powered tool, ideal for short runs of hydraulic tubing. Using any hydraulic power source capable of 5,000 psi, it...

Linear actuators versatile drive options.(FROM THE FRONT COVER)
August 1, 2008... Line of linear actuators includes ball screw, lead screw, and belt drive options to best fit particular applications. All styles claim smooth, quiet operation. PL, MT, and MX Series satisfy priorities of cost, versatility, and capacity,...

System sanitizes waste stream without chlorine.(GreenTech)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Manufacturer describes CLPB series as the first wash-water treatment system to integrate mechanical filtration and bioremediation. Integration of the two technologies eliminates need for chlorine to sanitize waste...

Vehicle uses hydraulic launch-assist technology.(GreenTech)
August 1, 2008... Ideal for vocational stop-and-go refuse applications, Model 320 hydraulic launch-assist (HLA) hybrid vehicle offers the potential to improve fuel economy, reduce emissions and reduce maintenance service. HLA technology recovers up to 75% of the...

Manufacturer converts its own excess material to make bulk containers.(GreenTech)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ship Shape bulk containers now are available in a choice of 100% recycled plastic material, in virgin or in a blend of both. Bulk forklift containers feature top-quality polyethylene regrind processed on site from...

Recycled-content trash bags are third-party certified.(GreenTech)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ReClaim-brand and private-label trash bags are the first and only trash bags to achieve third-party certification from Scientific Certification Systems for state-of-the-art recycled content, according to...

With biometric terminals, no paper timecards are needed.(GreenTech)
August 1, 2008... Biometric HandPunch time and attendance terminals help conserve natural resources by using a person's hand as his or her timecard. No paper, wood, chemicals or water are needed to produce paper timecards, which typically are discarded after one...

Decorate without inks, solvents!(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Custom heat transfer decals can be applied to many substrates to produce multi-color graphic decorations and descriptions using a dry process. Decal sizes range from 1/4 to 12 in. square. SI-CAL, Inc.,...

Clear vinyl pouch safeguards documents.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pouch is made from clear PVC and has a bright yellow overlapping strip to protect documents inside from spills, splatter, etc. RNR Plastics, Inc., Raynham, MA (508) 821-4800 * Circle 81 on card or visit...

Clamps push or snap to lock cable/hose.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Push Lock and Snap Lock clamps install without damage and tangles to sensitive wire/cable/hose bundles. Both types are unaffected by corrosion, weak acids, grease, etc. Heyco Products, Inc., Toms River, NJ (800)...

Durable tapes come in many colors, sizes.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Easy-to-apply MightyLine tape now comes in brown and gray (in addition to 7 standard colors) and can be matched to any company's colors with a 24-roll order. A new 1-in. width joins the 2, 3, 4, and 6-in. widths. ...

SS cable ties resist acids, salts & heat.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Stainless steel cable ties are suitable for a wide range of indoor, outdoor, and underground applications. They come in 6 to 29-in. lengths with 100 or 250-lb tie tensile strengths. ACT Fastening Solutions,...

Fluid power products.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Master catalog shows fluid power products, plus includes a technical reference. Applied Industrial Technologies (216) 426-4483 * Circle 99 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-99

Wiring devices.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Catalog covers devices, data communications, and more. Hubbell Wiring Device-Kellems (203) 882-4800 * Circle 100 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-100

Process controls.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Latest CD details company's innovative product portfolio for revolutionizing process control systems. Sixnet, (518) 877-5173 * Circle 101 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-101

Pneumatic screw pump.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Brochure covers a pump for feeding dry material into a pneumatic conveying line. Wm. W. Meyer & Sons (847) 918-0111 * Circle 102 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-102

Coolers & blowoffs.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Guide offers solutions to cooling, drying, conveying, blowoff, cleaning, and static electricity problems. EXAIR Corp. (800) 903-9247 * Circle 103 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-103

Electronic locks.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Catalog is packed with information on CyberLock electronic locks. Videx, Inc. (541) 758-0521 * Circle 104 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-104

Heat tools.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE This 50th anniversary catalog highlights a wide range of heat tool products. Master Appliance Corp. (800) 558-9413 * Circle 105 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-105

Safety products.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Find what you need for your maintenance, de-con, and personal safety needs. Andax Industries LLC (800) 999-1358 * Circle 106 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-106

Hydraulic system.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Complete line of hydraulic system accessories is displayed in this 100-page catalog. Elesa USA Corp. (800) 374-7686 * Circle 107 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-107

Perforation solutions.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Brochure describes Perf-Tec perforation solutions for a wide scope of applications. Andritz, Inc. (570) 546-1560 * Circle 108 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-108

Temperature indicator.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Literature focuses on the E-Stik, which provides an instantaneous digital readout of surface temperature. Tempil (800) 757-8301 * Circle 109 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-109

Positioning products.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE This 328-page guide features Daedal positioning products and systems. Parker Hannifin (800) 358-9070 * Circle 110 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-110

Air nozzles.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Air nozzle guide will help you improve performance in drying and blowoff operations. Spraying Systems Co. (630) 665-5000 * Circle 111 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-111

Energy & filter facts.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Guide shows how choosing the right air filter can help save energy. Camfil Farr (866) 422-6345 * Circle 112 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-112

Electrical connectors.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Brochure includes a poster outlining bus couplers, PLCs, and digital I/O modules. WAGO Corp. (800) 346-7245 * Circle 113 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-113

Hand tool safety program.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] Comprehensive safety program covers the do's and don'ts of using hand tools-specifically wrenches, sockets, ratchets, and attachments. It includes a DVD in English or Spanish, employee certificates, and a...

Tool Position System.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] Tool Position System, shown in brochure provides error proofing for assembly of threaded fasteners. Stanley Assembly (877) 709-8006 * Circle 119 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-119

Innovative gas springs.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] SRS Series gas springs, shown in brochure, boast built-in return stroke speed dampening to end pad bounce. Hyson Products (440) 526-5900 * Circle 120 on card or visit...

Wireless communications.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] Latest information and top-selling products for the wireless market are highlighted in literature. Omega Engineering, Inc. (800) 826-6342 * Circle 121 on card or visit...

Power converters.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] Selection guide covers dc/dc converters and ac/dc power supplies for industrial and COTS military applications. CALEX Mfg. Co. (800) 542-3355 * Circle 122 on card or visit...

Coax & UTP cables.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] Multi-Media Installation Guide gives contractors one-step access to best practices for installing coaxial cable and UTP/STP cable. Ideal Industries, Inc. (800) 435-0705 * Circle 123 on card...

Waterjet cutting.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] Brochure examines various models of precision waterjet cutting systems, plus their accessories. Jet Edge, Inc. (800) 538-3343 * Circle 124 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-124

Spill prevention.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] Catalog features spill containment and spill response products that will help you meet the latest SPCC compliance requirements. UltraTech Int'l., Inc. (800) 353-1611 * Circle 125 on card or...

Precision gear reducers.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] In-line gear reducers, right-angle gear reducers, and linear mount products with varying degrees of precision are focus of 72-page catalog. GAM (847) 649-2500 * Circle 126 on card or visit...

Clutches & brakes.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] Packaged electromagnetic clutches/brakes, including the new Gen 2 modules, are highlighted in catalog. Warner Electric (800) 234-3369 * Circle 127 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-127...

Industrial communication.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] Industrial Ethernet managed switches are one of the many new products featured in catalog. B&B Electronics Mfg. Co. (800) 346-3119 * Circle 128 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7520-128

OHV sensors & controls.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] Folder showcases family of pressure and level sensors specifically designed for use in off highway vehicles. Gems Sensors & Controls 800) 378-1600 * Circle 129 on card or visit...

Metalworking products.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] V76 Metalworking Catalog has over 100,000 SKUs, providing the most comprehensive resource in the industry. J&L Industrial Supply (800) 521-9520 * Circle 130 on card or visit...

Data loggers.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FREE] Vol. 8 catalog covers a range of data acquistion, data logging, and industrial and embedded controls. United Electronic Industries (508) 921-4600 * Circle 131 on card or visit...

Lean, cost-effective accumulator.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rota-Rack parts accumulator enables any bar-fed CNC lathe to run unattended for extended periods of time. It indexes each time a finished part exits the machine, safely collecting and protecting finished workpieces....

Touch probe delivers "out of sight" precision.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] RMP600 touch probe combines high-accuracy strain-gage sensing and FHSS radio transmission for superior part checking precision to complex 3D part measurement on machine tools. Renishaw Inc., Hoffman Estates, IL...

"Click-&-go" milling & drilling software.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Feature Based Machining (FBM), the new Mastercam in SolidWorks product, offers a powerful way to automatically mill and drill parts. Ideal for new as well as experienced users, it evaluates a part's features and...

Time-savers for multi-axis machining.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Enhancements to NCL multi-axis machining software include timesaving techniques resulting in increased overall productivity for aerospace, automotive, and turbo machinery industries. Numerical Control Computer...

Performs interrupted cutting of steel.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Featuring a ceramic-based coating, PcBN premium-grade BNC300 machines hardened steels with interrupted cuts. Its tough PcBN substrate, combined with a TiAIN ceramic gold coating, results in extended tool life in...

Raising the bar for horizontal machining.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Horizontal Center Nexus 8800-II meets the needs of high productivity for large parts production. Maximum work size is 57.09 x 57.09 in. and maximum workpiece weight is 4,850 lb. Travels are 55.12, 47.24, and 52.17...

Fast, precise part finisher.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Spiral-bottom round-bowl finishing machine utilizes a full-circle baffle that keeps parts in the media mass constantly for faster, more precise processing. ALMCO, Inc., Albert Lea, MN (800) 521-2740 * Circle...

Tapping fluid fortifies coolants.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rustlick RTD tapping fluid fortifies water-based coolants instead of contaminating them like traditional tapping fluids. Product is ideal for the most demanding reaming, tapping, and drilling operations in HSS,...

VMCs ideal for heavy, high-accuracy cuts.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] High-performance traveling X-axis VMCs feature spindle choices of 6,000 to 20,000 rpm, plus high torque of up to 453 lb-ft. This new line is capable of producing excellent finishes and contours with outstanding...

Offers 5-sided processing & turning.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SHW UniSpeed 5 travelling column machining center can complete many parts in a single setup with 5-sided machining. A univeral CNC machining center with turning capabilities, this machine is well suited for precision...

Machine tool/CMM calibrator high-accuracy sensors, super-stable laser.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... Laser-based dynamic calibrator offers system accuracy to 0.4 ppm to ensure precision of machine tools and coordinate measuring machines. The Model 5530 is available with a wide range of optics and accessories. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Horizontal machining center quick & versatile for heavy cutting.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... Model HMC 1250 horizontal machining center combines the adaptability of a modular design with features to boost productivity in heavy-cutting of large parts. Specifications include 56 to 80-kw spindle power, 20 to 25-kN axis thrust, and a...

2D/3D laser cutting system very high axis speeds & acceleration.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... Domino 2D/3D laser cutting system claims exceptional axis speeds, plus high acceleration on X and Y axes. Advanced control system features enhanced graphics for easy programming, and a quick piercing function reduces piercing time, reportedly...

Surface finish gage indexes & measures multiple small parts.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Surface finish gage is custom designed to index and measure multiple small parts such as gears, fuel injector components, inner and outer bearing components, etc. Using a revolving platform-style staging table with...

Abrasive grinding center optimized for heavy stock removal.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Super abrasive Turning Center Model STC-300, with automatic par t loading/ unloading, is des igned for the specific demands of heavy stock removal and interrupted cuts. High tensile strength Meehanite base provides...

Mineral cast chuck thwarts displacement, contamination.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] TOPlus hexagonal mineral cast chuck boasts increased holding power, cent ral lubrication, and improved damping. Its clamping head is fitted free of joints, with a unique design that does not allow any radial...

Machinable clamp custom fixturing, 500 to 6,000-lb force.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Available in five sizes, compact Uniforce clamp has machinable jaws that conform to unique applications. Clamp features a steel wedge that spreads force uniformly on both sides of the aluminum channel. Locking plate...

Turning centers multi-task capable.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... GS 200/250 MSY turning centers boast expanded levels of functionality to address complex parts, increase throughput, and reduce cycle times, in a single setup. Rigid multi-axis machines include powerful dual-wound spindle motors with 30 hp on...

Plasma cutter small, light & powerful.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... Touted as the most powerful plasma cutting machines in the True Series, Models 102 and 152 have maximum cuts of 13/4 and 2 in., respectively. These small, light, and powerful units are wellsuited for applications in heavy fabrication and...

Band saw high production, 2-column.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... Dual-column band saw machine offers high production capability with a 2-in. blade for extra beam strength and a powerful 10-hp ac inverter drive that provides variable speed from 40 to 360 fpm. Saw efficiently cuts a wide range of square or...

Diamond-coated drill cuts composites cleanly.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... Diamond-coated parabolic drill is suitable for drilling both carbon fiber and graphite epoxy materials. A lower-cost alternative to PCD tipped drills, it overcomes the problems of delaminating, flaking, and splintering often encountered when...

Optical spindle probe 0.1-micron repeatability.(SPECIAL SECTION: METALWORKING)
August 1, 2008... Mida OGP70 optical spindle probe supports very high precision machining centers and milling machines. It claims unidirectional repeatability of 0.1 micron, reportedly 10 times better than that of conventional touch trigger probes. Probe...

Deliver heat with light shine-through.(HOT PRODUCT NEWS: INDUSTRY INSIDER: News and information gathered from editorial sources, press conferences, and industry shows.)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Expanded line of flexible heaters provides uniform heat patterns in a lightweight, thin profile without blocking light. Thermal-Clear heaters feature a micro-thin wire heating element sandwiched between optical-grade...

Valves' elastomeric seat = zero leakage.(HOT PRODUCT NEWS: INDUSTRY INSIDER: News and information gathered from editorial sources, press conferences, and industry shows.)
August 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Miniature check valves feature an elastomeric seat to achieve zero leakage. Remaining components are constructed entirely of stainless steel. The 250 valve is available in forward and reverse flow configurations. It...