New Equipment Digest articles from December 2005

New Equipment Digest archives from December 2005

Radar level transmitters track liquids to the tank bottom.
December 1, 2005... Non-contact radar transmitters are suited for use where vapor, dust, or a foaming surface prevents ultrasonic measurement. The radar sensor uses microwave pulse technology to track target liquids from the antenna tip to the bottom of a tank....

Hydraulic shock absorbers: self-adjusting model joins product line.
December 1, 2005... Series 6000 Cushioneer shock absorber self-adjusts to different loads, thus eliminating the need for readjustment due to impact or temperature change. This self-adjust feature also prevents operators from "tweaking" the setup to exceed system...

Distance measurement sensors: detect objects up to 30 m away.
December 1, 2005... DS/DT 500 sensors detect and measure the distance of almost any object precisely and reliably. They provide an alternative to long-range distance measurement (up to 30 m) without a reflector. Laser diode produces a visible point of red light to...

Analog air gage: uses single or dual master air tooling.
December 1, 2005... Part of a series of adjustable magnification air comparators, the Universal Dimensionair analog air gage combines the stability, accuracy, and fast response of a differential air system with the ability to work both as a single master or dual...

Press safety system: controls all related functions.
December 1, 2005... PNOZmulti monitors all safety equipment on press brakes, eccentric presses, and hydraulic presses. All necessary safety and standard control functions are configured simply and rapidly on a PC, making configuration infinitely adjustable....

SCARA robots: low profile, high speed & capacity.
December 1, 2005... Low-profile, heavy-duty housings provide the stability needed for Models TH 550 and TH 850 SCARA robots respectively to achieve composite speeds of 6.21 and 8.03 m/s. With a 2-kg payload, their standard cycle times are 0.33 and 0.49 sec;...

Contain process dust for reduced maintenance costs.(Case History of the Month)
December 1, 2005... Airborne particulate generated by grinding, powder filing, and sawing operations can float throughout a building, increasing maintenance costs and contaminating adjacent processes. This was the case at an international plastic injection molding...

Silicone sheeting: high temp range; resists moisture.
December 1, 2005... Silicone sheeting boasts a -100 to 550[degrees]F temperature range, chemical and moisture resistance, dimensional stability, and compression capabilities to enable use in a wide variety of applications. The line includes coated, solid, sponge,...

Steel-finishing gels: allow in-place finishing of large pieces.
December 1, 2005... Antiquing Gels offer an easy solution for blackening or browning large, installed steel and other metal pieces such as railings and wall panels. The thick consistency prevents drips and runs. Slow reaction time allows user to remove unintended...

Self-locking & sealing fasteners.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Long-Lok Fasteners Long-Lok is the engineered fastener company that makes self-locking and self-sealing fasteners specified by the best engineers in the world. Free samples. www.longlok.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Wide variety of nozzles.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... AllSpray.com www.AllSpray features a wide variety of flat spray, full cone, hollow cone, solid stream and spiral nozzles. Plus, low prices and quality are guaranteed! www.AllSpray.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Electronic test accessories.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... E-Z-Hook, Div. of Tektest Inc. Everything for your testing needs: Hooks, probes, leads and patch cords, adapters and connectors, wire and cable, cable assemblies, accessories, and more. www.e-z-hook.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Rotating connections.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Deublin Co. Precision rotating connections for water, steam, air, hydraulic, vacuum, coolant, and hot oil service. Products include rotating unions, steam joints, and turbulence bars. www.deublin.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Products online.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... New Equipment Digest We make it easy to find products! Site features exclusive Industry Centers, NED's Industrial Products Guide, White Papers and More. www.newequipment.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Plastic fasteners.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Micro Plastics, Inc. Our molded nylon components are tough, corrosion resistant, lightweight, and good electrical insulators. Included are machine screws, hex nuts, and more. www.microplastics.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Flow & level switches & controls.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Harwil Corp. Flow and level switches and controls--complete product specifications and installation instructions for stainless, brass and plastic models available online. www.harwil.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Electrical enclosures & more.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... AD Products Co. Your online source for electrical enclosures and electrical supply products. The best selection and rock-bottom pricing! We also handle special enclosure needs! www.adproductsco.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

45,000 industrial components.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Reid Tool Supply www.reidsupply.com allows users to search by keyword or part number, find product specs, download 2D and 3D CAD drawings for free, and check in-stock availability. www.reidsupply.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Product e-Cards.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Industry Deck View new products from many companies. These interactive eCards make it easy to view new products easily and quickly. One click takes you directly to their website. www.industrydeck.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Counting instruments.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... ENM Co. Manufacturer of hourmeters, counters, and timing devices-electronic, electrical, mechanical. Data sheets, prices, and ordering information. www.enmco.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Clamps & components.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Carr Lane Mfg. Co. Site offers more than 100,000 clamps and components for metalworking. Carr Lane's 660-page catalog has become the industry standard. Free CAD drawing downloads. www.carrlane.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Sensors & transducers.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Kavlico Corp. Kavlico's innovative pressure, position, force, tilt, level, and other specialty sensors and transducers are designed to fit unique measurement requirements. www.kavlico.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Packaging solutions.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Automated Packaging Systems We provide a total systems approach to packaging. We evaluate your entire process, then develop complete solutions. Request your free product catalog video. www.autobag.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Sealing technology.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Apple Rubber Products, Inc. Apple Rubber's web site offers industry's most comprehensive resource on sealing technology. Highlights include a new, interactive Seal Design Guide. www.applerubber.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Adhesives, sealants, coatings.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Master Bond The best in advanced adhesives, sealants, coatings, and potting technology. Learn more about bonding solutions and the Master Bond Advantage. www.masterbond.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Industrial spray products.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Spraying Systems Co. Optimize your spray application using our Savings Calculators--Tank Wash, Spray System Optimization, Car Wash, or Siphon Injector. Use iSpray for assistance. www.spray.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Flooring & resurfacing systems.(INTERNET WWW DIRECTORY)
December 1, 2005... Dur-A-Flex Inc. Superior solutions in flooring systems. Dur-A-Flex products include primers/sealers, membranes & crack fillers, coatings, resurfacers and performance topcoats. www.dur-a-flex.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

High-efficiency dust collector: encloses work areas; creates cross draft.
December 1, 2005... Gold Series Booth encloses the work area on three sides and creates a cross draft, pulling dust away from the breathing zone and providing high-efficiency removal of nuisance fumes and other particulates. Cantilevered roof over the dust...

Portable counting scale: shows weight, piece weight & count.
December 1, 2005... Battery-powered EC Series counting scale is suitable for use in multiple locations in a facility. It features pre-set tare and dedicated tare and sample keys for common operations. Internal counting resolution is 1:600,000. Other features...

Electric manipulator: fine-height 500-lb lifting.
December 1, 2005... ECL Series electric column lift manipulator enables close-tolerance positioning with load capacities to 500 lb and 270-deg articulating arms with end effectors. Electric-powered chain/sprocket drive provides lifting and lowering while...

Adhesive ceramic tape: press & stick, rated to 1,500[degrees]F.
December 1, 2005... Type 397PS woven ceramic insulating tape combines a high-temperature pressure-sensitive adhesive with a durable ceramic fiber tape. It is available in 1, 2, and 3-in. widths on 25-ft rolls, and will not twist or slip like other flexible tapes....

Diaphragm gages: detect low differentials.
December 1, 2005... Highly sensitive Series 1516 diaphragm-type gages are designed to detect small changes in differential pressure at high line pressure while eliminating fluid migration between high and low-pressure areas. They are particularly well suited for...

2006 scheduling calendar & chart.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)(Calendar)
December 1, 2005... Free scheduling calendar displays 15 months on a single page with the weeks clearly numbered and the holidays highlighted in red. Convenient, easy-to-read conversion charts on the back of the calendar provide decimal and millimeter equivalents...

Temperature-sensor indicating paper.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
December 1, 2005... Thermex is an economical Temperature-sensitive indicator paper that reveals a relative temperature and pressure profile from 200 to 300[degrees]F. The paper turns a light blue at the low end of the temperature range and black at the high end....

Rubber seal plugs.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
December 1, 2005... A special blend of material that reseals after the needle insertion of gases through a hole in the tab improves the performance of rubber seal plugs. They come in a variety of sizes in varying lengths and diameters. Standard color is black;...

Kynar one-way stopcock valve.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
December 1, 2005... Black Kynar one-way stopcock valve is available in six configurations featuring male and female luer with both locking swivel and slip connections. Ark-Plas Products, Inc., Flippin, AR (870) 453-2343 * Circle 72 on card or visit...

Cargo desiccant bags.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
December 1, 2005... Container Dri II bags protect cargo from moisture damage by absorbing up to 280% of their own weight in moisture at 90% relative humidity at 77[degrees] and keeping the dewpoint temperature below the actual temperature, even with day/night...

Rotary table indexers.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Catalog describes YNC and TNT rotary table models, including weight and thrust. Heartech Precision Inc. (847) 593-6000 * Circle 82 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-82 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Automation components.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Grippers, swivel units, rotating jaws, linear cylinders, and more are shown in catalog. Techno-Sommer Automatic (516) 328-3970 * Circle 83 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-83 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Industrial safety.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Catalog offers safety barriers, equipment guards, stairway systems, and more. Omega Industrial Products (800) 521-8272 * Circle 84 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-84 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Network media products.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Catalog covers cables, adapters, and more for a large range of network protocols. TURCK Inc. (800) 544-7769 * Circle 85 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-85 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Bandsaw blades.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Catalog combines complete product descriptions with a reworked technical section. Kennametal Inc. (800) 446-7738 * Circle 86 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-86 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Modular workstations.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Catalog features Series 8000 workstation configurations, options, and accessories. Arlink (888) 559-4441 Circle 87 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-87 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Material containers.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Brochure features ROPAK reusable container systems for general-purpose use, parts handling, and more. LINPAC Materials Handling (888) 209-7052 Circle 88 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-88 [ILLUSTRATION...

Switching controls.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Catalog profiles HMI switch controls and aids users in product selection. EAO Switch Corp. (203) 877-4577 Circle 89 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-89 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Framing solutions.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE "Book of Ideas" offers project ideas for your plant. 80/20 PLUS (877) 248-8020 Circle 90 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-90 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Machine shop aids.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Six new catalogs offer fasteners and machine tool aids. Accurate Manufactured Products Group, Inc. (317) 472-9000 Circle 91 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-91 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Sub-compact gas springs.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Nine models of T2 SC Series springs are shown in brochure with specifications. Hyson Products 440) 526-5900 Circle 92 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-92 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Hose, tubing & fittings.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Brochure details hydraulic application products. Parker Hannifin Corp., Parflex Div. (330) 296-2871 Circle 93 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-93 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Photoelectric systems.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Brochure details transmitter and receiver photoeyes particularly suited for harsh applications, including washdown. Pantron Automation, Inc. (800) 211-9468 Circle 94 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-94 ...

Labeling & RFID.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Brochure highlights and compares features and benefits of company products. Weber Marking Systems (800) 843-4242 Circle 95 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-95 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Paper cushioning.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE PAPERplus machines for product cushioning are shown. Storopack, Inc. (800) 827-7225 Circle 96 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-96 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Engraving materials & accessories.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE 2005 Materials, Engraving Supplies and Fabrication Services Catalog features several new colors of GravoPly1, 2-Plex, GravoTac Interior and Exterior, and more. Also now available are several useful engraving supplies, including Thermark...

High-pressure pumps.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Catalog guides users in selecting the right triplex high-pressure reciprocating piston or plunger pump for any application. Also included are special centrifugal pumps and custom-engineered power units. Cat Pumps (763) 780-5440...

Profile rail linear guides.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Guide details the 500 Series ball profile rail linear guides, 500 Series roller profile rail linear guides, and Accu Mini ultra-compact linear guides, featuring high roll and superior ball control design. Danaher Motion (866)...

Thermal spray.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Applications portfolio details the uses of metal alloy, ceramic, and carbide coatings to minimize wear and corrosion in many industries. St. Louis Metallizing Co. (314) 531-5253 Circle 104 on card or visit ...

Roughing/finishing tool.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Polycrystalline diamond double-fluted cutters for difficult-to-machine parts, shown in brochure, are mounted on a solid carbide body. Onsrud Cutter LP (847) 362-1560 Circle 105 on card or visit ...

Casters & wheels.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Catalog describes light, medium, heavy, and extra-heavy-duty casters and wheels with load capacities from 31 to 26,400 lb. Revvo Caster Co. (716) 675-9609 Circle 106 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-106 ...

Laser cutting system.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Brochure introduces TLM series of 5-axis, 3- dimensional CO2 laser cutting systems, with 6 sizes, 4 power options, optional welding, and interactive programming. NTC America Corp., Laser Group (248) 478-3890 Circle 107...

Automation components.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... Automation Components FREE Small wallchart shows grippers; adaptors; X, Y, and Z-axis transporters; and roll, pitch, and yaw rotators in various application combinations. Mack Corp. (928) 526-1120 Circle 108 on card or visit ...

Interconnection Products.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Products for rail/mass transit, petrochemical, power generation, telecommunications, process control, and heavy equipment operations are shown in catalog. Amphenol Corp., Industrial Operations (800) 678-0141 Circle 109...

Power transmission.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Brochure illustrates electromagnetic clutches and brakes, open gearing, and enclosed gear drives. Altra Industrial Motion (888) 999-9860 Circle 110 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-110 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Fluid handling.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Catalog for the sanitary industry presents heat exchangers, pumps, valves, tank equipment, fittings, and accessories, along with miscellaneous products such as filters and strainers. Alfa Laval Inc. (262) 947-3713 Circle 111...

Communications testing.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Catalog for the data communications and electrical markets shows wire termination, installation, hand tools, totes, wire management, test and measurement equipment, and datacomm testing. Ideal Industries, Inc. 800) 435-0705 ...

Air pollution control.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Wet scrubbing systems brochure shows solutions for handling toxic and hazardous fumes and gases in compliance with ever-tightening air quality regulations. Systems are custom designed in many sizes. Croll Reynolds Co. (908)...

Ethernet motion control.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
December 1, 2005... FREE Guide to the use of Ethernet in real-time motion and machinery control applications contrasts the control approach with conventional system architectures. It also details machine controllers and drives. Baldor Electric Co. (479)...

Flowmeter monitors higher velocities of water & coolant.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Now available in 3 and 4-in. pipe sizes, the CoolPoint vortex shedding flowmeter can handle flow rates of 300 and 600 gpm, respectively. Meter is designed to provide consistent flows of water, water-based machine coolant, and water/glycol...

Valves handle wide span of operating temps.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Series 40G one-piece instrumentation ball valves find use in environmental applications where outdoor ambient temperatures fluctuate, as well as in heated-process applications with elevated process fluid temperatures. These valves withstand...

Precise Process Calibrator.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Model 726 multi-function process calibrator boasts accuracy of 0.01%, and measures and sources key process parameters, including volts, milliamps, RTDs, frequency, resistance, and pressure. It stores up to 8 calibration results, enabling later...

Mass measurement of steam, other fluids.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... PROline Prowirl vortex flowmeters are suitable for varied gas, steam, and liquid applications, plus use in hazardous areas. Endress+Hauser, Inc., Greenwood, IN (317) 535-7138 Circle 118 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-118...

Connectors deliver high current in small body.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Latest 5, 6, 7, and 8-pin M16 x 0.75 Versafast cordsets and receptacles provide up to 8 amp in a small molded body. Cordsets are available with PVC Flexlife cable to withstand rigorous industrial applications. All connectors afford IEC IP 67...

Viscosity control offers real-time data logging.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... PLC-based VISC6000 viscosity control system controls up to 10 stations (loops) through an intuitive touch screen interface, provides three trend plots for each, and allows adjustment during operation. Norcross Corp., Newton, MA (617)...

Level transmitters.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... MT5000 guided wave radar level transmitters feature all-digital design and integrated graphic display with waveform screens. K-TEK, Prairieville, LA (225) 673-6100 Circle 121 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/5209-121 ...

Process controller has 2 control loops for diverse tasks.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... UDC3500 Universal Digital Controller features two loops of cascade/internal control with a typical accuracy of [+ or -]10%. Unit has up to 5 analog inputs, 3 analog outputs, and configurable math functions. Honeywell, Phoenix, AZ (602)...

4 1/2-in. SS gages.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Rugged Series SGL stainless steel gages with dual English/metric scales endure ambient temperatures to 149[degrees]F, process temperatures to 572[degrees]F, and pressures from full vacuum, compound to 20,000 psi. Dwyer Instruments, Inc.,...

2nd-generation 3-way ball valves.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Electrically or pneumatically actuated three-way ball valves in sizes from 12 to 2 in. are designed to handle aggressive fluids and the heavy-duty requirements of harsh industrial applications. George Fischer, Inc., Tustin, CA (800)...

Device couplers: boost fieldbus reliability.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Trunkguard second-generation device couplers are complete packages based on IP66 field enclosures. Advanced features include automatic segment termination to ensure that local parts of a segment will continue to function if remote parts are...

Pressure transmitters: foundation fieldbus capable.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Line of Foundation fieldbus capable pressure transmitters offers three new models, all suitable for both hazardous and non-hazardous locations. Models include the thread-mounted pressure and temperature transmitter Model FFX2242, a rugged...

Bulk bag unloader: discharges at regulated controlled rates.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Bulk bag unloader provides efficient, continuous discharge of material from bulk bags, and can regulate or stop the flow to meet system requirements. Controlled and variable flow is achieved without the use of a separate feeder or conveyor so...

Universal meter: measures, displays & controls.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Unimeter XQL serves as a data logger, process controller, display-meter, and bargraph, with sophisticated built-in math capabilities. It boasts a comprehensive range of user-selectable hardware options, including dual signal inputs,...

Data logger: features direct USB interface.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... EL-USB-4 data logger, a a stand-alone 4-20 ma device with direct USB interface, fits into a computer for easy configuration and data download. It comes with Windows compatible software, which is used for configuration of the unit as well as the...

Vibration level switches: detect level of bulk solids & liquids.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Optiswitch level switches (Series 3000 for bulk solids and Series 5000 for liquids) are ideal for overfill and dry-run applications in a variety of industries. Their tuning fork is energized piezoelectrically and vibrates at the mechanical...

Solenoid valve: drop-in replacement for popular styles.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Compact 2 or 3-way, 2-position direct pilot solenoid valve features an aluminum body and a range of elastomer options. It is available in NO and NC configurations, and offers seven quickchange orifice sizes from 0.6 to 3.0 mm. Other features...

Touchscreen PLC: snap-in modules add up to 171 I/Os.(SPECIAL SECTION: PROCESS EQUIPMENT)
December 1, 2005... Vision290 combines a high-performance PLC with a versatile embedded touchscreen interface. Display can be used for graphs, user-designed or imported images, text, and variable data, displayed according to runtime conditions. Available snap-in...