New Equipment Digest articles from February 2008

New Equipment Digest archives from February 2008

Tale of a powerful business idea.(NED'S TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOURSELF)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea reveals the key to business success and personal fulfillment: "Shift the focus from getting to giving and putting the other person first." This thought-provoking book...

Survive the Cash Crunch!(NED'S TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOURSELF)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] By addressing issues that initially may seem too messy or dangerous, Take No Prisoners shows companies how to truly improve performance, increase profits, and boost cash flow. Now is the time for businesses to find...

Plastics resource manual.(NED'S TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOURSELF)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This 154-page "must have" manual for design and product engineers covers technical information, engineering drawings, application examples, a performance study, and general specifications for nearly 100 plastic...

Best career advice.(NED'S TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOURSELF)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Engaging book points out the most common complaints from bosses about what their employees are doing wrong. It also gives tips on how to shape up and fly right. Perigee, (212) 366-2000 Circle 39 on card or...

ABCs to Brazing.(NED'S TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOURSELF)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Updated handbook offers a comprehensive, organized survey of the basics of brazing processes and applications. American Welding Society (888) 935-3464 Circle 40 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-40

Psych 101 for Managers.(NED'S TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOURSELF)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] From Difficult to Disturbed shows managers at all levels how to create mutual rapport with diverse personality types (including those prone to baffling extremes of behavior), and make work more productive and...

It's time to come clean! Biodiesel fuel purification is key to performance.(Case History of the Month)
February 1, 2008... For those seeking a technical explanation of biodiesel fuel, it is defined as "mono-alkyl esters of long chain fatty acids derived from vegetable oils or animal fats that conform to ASTM D6751 specifications for use in diesel engines." For...

Labels adhere to textured surfaces.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Heavy-Duty polyester labels use a fast-curing adhesive for permanently bonding to smooth, thick, aggressive, textured, and uneven surfaces. They will withstand abrasion, oils, chemicals, solvents, and temperatures...

Snap-in PCB terminals.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Featuring a split-barrel design, these snap-in terminals insert easily into PC boards and remain securely in place during soldering and assembly operations. They accept 20-18 AWG wire. ETCO Inc., Warwick, RI...

Metal-detectable vacuum cups.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Food-grade vacuum cups are made from metal-detectable silicone for added safety in food processing plants. They will withstand high temperatures and fit virtually any type of vacuum equipment used in food processing...

2-Part mixing package.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Meg-A-Pak is now available for packaging up to 800 gm of two-component reactive adhesives and sealants. The flexible pouch provides a combination packaging/ mixing burst seal container for a variety of resin systems....

Spot cooling duct stays in place when bent.(SEND FOR YOUR FREE SAMPLES)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "Bend-and-stay" flexible plastic duct features an interlocking construction that allows users to change the inside diameter up to 25% simply by twisting it to fit nozzles, funnels, or fittings. It may be reshaped and...

Wire Protectors.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Catalog 108 provides detailed information on a wide range of molded wire protection products. Heyco Products, Inc. (800) 526-4182 Circle 81 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-81

Cleaning brushes.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Floor machine and surface cleaning brushes are highlighted in catalog. Malish Corp. (800) 321-7044 Circle 82 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-82

Adjustable workstations.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Literature presents Adjus height-adjustable workstations that boost productivity. Accuposture Systems, Ltd. (860) 761-9590 Circle 83 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-83

Welding & cutting.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Welding/cutting products for making metalworking easy are shown in catalog. Miller Electric Mfg. Co. (800) 426-4553 Circle 84 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-84

Mechanical components.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Catalogs list 500,000 fixed and configurable, inch and metric mechanical components. Misumi USA, Inc. (800) 681-7475 Circle 85 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-85

Rotary punches.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Brochure highlights line of rotary punching equipment. Schober USA (513) 489-7393 Circle 86 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-86

Machine vision.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE View entire line of optical solutions for machine vision, automation, imaging, etc. Navitar, Inc. (800) 828-6778 Circle 87 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-87

Non-contact scanners.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Guide details detection and measurement scanners. Omron Scientific Technologies, Inc. (800) 479-3658 Circle 88 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-88

Fastener solutions.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Small-diameter, long-length fastener solutions (screws, bolts, rods, rivets, etc.) are presented in brochure. Ohio Rod Products (812) 689-6565 Circle 89 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-89

Switch-rated plugs.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Catalog displays Decontactor Series switch rated plugs, receptacles, and connectors. Meltric Corp. (800) 433-7642 Circle 90 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-90

Ergonomic structures.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Brochure introduces the Creform System for building material handling and process support systems. Creform Corp. (800) 839-8823 Circle 91 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-91

Brushes for any task.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Advance Brush Catalog covers power, maintenance, abrasive, and utility brushes. Pferd Inc. (800) 342-9015 Circle 92 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-92

Rings & springs.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Over 7,000 wave springs, retaining rings, and snap rings are included in catalog. Smalley Steel Ring Co. (847) 719-5900 Circle 93 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-93

Optical products.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Over 15,000 innovative industrial optical components are covered in source book. Edmund Optics (800) 363-1992 Circle 94 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-94

Milling tool systems.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Catalog directs you to the appropriate milling tool systems to solve your needs. Valenite LLC (800) 544-3336 Circle 95 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-95

Labeling products for any industry!(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Labeling, barcoding, data collection systems, and consumables for virtually all industries are featured in this 32-page catalog. Readers can select the products they need, ranging from simple stock paper labels...

Automation products.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Omegamation Handbook details sensors, PLCs, HMI, motion systems, enclosures, power products, etc. Omega Engineering, Inc. (800) 826-6342 Circle 101 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-101

Washer selection.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Latest washer catalog offers over 22,000 non-standard sizes, providing millions of possibilities. Boker's, Inc. (800) 927-4377 Circle 102 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-102

Assembly operations.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Guidebook compares synchronous and non-synchronous flexible assembly conveyor systems. Bosch Rexroth Corp. (800) 739-7684 Circle 103 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-103

Gas springs & cams.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Catalog contains detailed technical information and dimensions for entire line of gas springs and cams. Kaller Gas Springs (800) 739-7684 Circle 104 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-104

Dock lifts.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Instant Dock Lift brochure provides users with all the information they need to make the proper buying decision and solve loading or off loading needs. Advance Lifts, Inc. (800) 843-3625 Circle 105...

Automated deburring.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Educational brochure discusses automated deburring with wire and abrasive nylon brushes. Weiler Corp. (888) 600-5857 Circle 106 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-106

Fold-up rack.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Called the Fold Rack N Roll, this wire roll cart shown in brochure is designed to move products and fold into an L-position for quick nesting and storage when not in use. Carico Systems (800) 466-6738...

UV curing systems.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Brochure highlights the RC-800 pulsed UV curing system and helps process engineers understand the many configuration options offered. Xenon Corp. (978) 661-9033 Circle 108 on card or visit...

Electronic equipment.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Catalog displays relays, touch panels, transformers, controllers, timers, drives, stack lights, and much more. FactoryMation (800) 972-0436 Circle 109 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-109

Water temp control.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE New Generation High Low Systems with dual thermostatic water mixing valves are described in brochure. Leonard Valve Co. (800) 222-1208 Circle 110 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-110

Stock & custom springs.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Expanded catalog includes stainless steel wave springs and constant force springs. Lee Spring (888) 777-4647 Circle 111 on card or visit www.nedinfo.ims.ca/7402-111

Specialized tools.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE Catalog presents precision tools and accessories for small parts manufacturing and Swiss-type machining. Genevieve Swiss Industries (413) 562-4800 Circle 112 on card or visit...

Dust & fume collectors.(KEEPING CURRENT: FREE CATALOGS & CDs)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FREE CD showcases dust and fume collection equipment for all types of industries. Case studies are included. Farr Air Pollution Control (800) 479-6801 Circle 113 on card or visit...

Twists 2 or more wires of any length.(SPECIAL SECTION: ASSEMBLY & FASTENING)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] WT Series automatic twister handles two or more wires of any length up to 20 ft. The Model WT30 is designed for smaller, slippery wires and bundles; the Model WT40 will twist together several large wires or...

Gaskets serve in critical service applications.(SPECIAL SECTION: ASSEMBLY & FASTENING)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rated Best in Class for sealability, load retention, adhesion, and fire safety, Extreme Grade gaskets are designed to maximize safety and environmental compliance. Garlock Sealing Technologies, Palmyra, NY...

Aluminum profile connecting options.(SPECIAL SECTION: ASSEMBLY & FASTENING)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Three new fastening choices (bolt, central, and plate) are now available for making 90-deg connections when using 45 Series T-slotted aluminum profiles. 80/20, Inc., Columbia City, IN (877) 248-8020 ...

Tough compound ideal for bonding, sealing & casting.(SPECIAL SECTION: ASSEMBLY & FASTENING)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Epoxy/urethane elastomer compound (EF30DPF-1) finds use in applications where a combination of superior strength, toughness, and abrasion and chemical resistance is required. System cures with minimal shrinkage. ...

Welder/generator adds versatility to the job.(SPECIAL SECTION: ASSEMBLY & FASTENING)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Champion 10,000 welder/generator produces 10,000 w of peak auxiliary power and a 210-amp constant current, dc weld output at 60% duty cycle. Hobart Welding Products, Lithonia, GA (877) 462-2781 Circle...

Portable welder for steel, stainless & aluminum.(SPECIAL SECTION: ASSEMBLY & FASTENING)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Millermatic Passport Plus all-in-one MIG welder delivers a superior arc in an ultra-portable package. It is suitable for mild and stainless steel, as well as aluminum. Unit connects to 115 or 230-v power. Miller...

Cable tie installer.(SPECIAL SECTION: ASSEMBLY & FASTENING)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BT11000 QuickTie tool teams with roller ball and ladder-style ties to offer a reliable and secure option for cable restraining and bundling. It will deliver up to 550 lb of torque. Hayata of North America, Ltd.,...

Self-clinching ties.(SPECIAL SECTION: ASSEMBLY & FASTENING)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PEM cable tie-mounts and hooks afford secure attachment points for mounting wires and cable to electronic chassis or enclosures. Hardware installs quickly and permanently without screws or adhesives. It remains...

99% pure alumina.(SPECIAL SECTION: ASSEMBLY & FASTENING)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Aremcolox 502-1400-99 is a high-density, full-fired alumina ceramic that provides exceptional abrasion and corrosion resistance. Material withstands continuous operating temperatures to 3,000[degrees]F. Aremco...

Self-teach benchtop fluid dispenser.(SPECIAL SECTION: ASSEMBLY & FASTENING)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SL101 fluid dispenser features a bright LCD and 10 memory locations to automatically cycle 10 self-taught programs. Auto-cycling is one of three modes available; the other two are manual mode (controlled by a pedal)...

Smooth, fast cuts in stainless.(PLANT OPERATION COVERAGE: HAND & POWER TOOLS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This 14-in. circular saw blade combines optimized tooth geometry, vibration dampening, and micro-carbides, resulting in smooth, fast cuts in stainless steel. The blade also offers reduced tooth chipping. M. K....

Alerts user to "over or under" readings.(PLANT OPERATION COVERAGE: HAND & POWER TOOLS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Digital torque wrenches feature a series of lights and alarms that immediately alert the user to torque readings that are "over or under" entered values. The easy-to-use wrenches also offer a high-contrast, backlit...

Mount directly onto right-angle grinders.(PLANT OPERATION COVERAGE: HAND & POWER TOOLS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Quick Change flap wheels mount directly onto right-angle grinders. They come in 4 1/2-in. diam sizes and include aluminum oxide grit sizes of 40, 60, 80, and 120. Pferd Inc., Leominster, MA (800) 342-9015...

Handles light-to-medium drilling.(PLANT OPERATION COVERAGE: HAND & POWER TOOLS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Lightweight 3/8-in. drill is designed for light-to-medium drilling and driving. The BE4010 offers a variable-speed electronic switch, which allows for easy starting of a bit into any material. Metabo Corp., ...

Laser-hardened blades last longer.(PLANT OPERATION COVERAGE: HAND & POWER TOOLS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Laseredge pliers now boast color-coded SmartGrip ergonomic, slip-resistant handles. Available are diagonal, long nose, tongue-and-groove, cable cutter, and multi-crimp pliers that feature laser-hardened blades....

Sweep & scrub--simultaneously!(HOT PRODUCT NEWS: INDUSTRY INSIDER)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] M30 combines a scrubber and sweeper into a single system, called FloorSmart, that has a high-capacity, high-dump hopper and dry dust control. This system lets you dry sweep or wet scrub or do both simultaneously...

Nylon tooth facing ensures timing belts run clean.(HOT PRODUCT NEWS: INDUSTRY INSIDER)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] TruMotion timing belts offer a polymer-free nylon tooth facing for clean running, long life, and low noise. Belts come in 746 sizes (inch and metric) and several profiles. Polymer compound body endures -40 to...

Detects shiny targets, as well as black rubber.(HOT PRODUCT NEWS: INDUSTRY INSIDER)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Digital CMOS laser sensor uses a Datum Algorithm to detect shiny targets with multiple reflections, as well as light-absorbing materials such as black rubber. Designed for automatic, in-line applications, the GV...

Full-brim hard hats.(HOT PRODUCT NEWS: INDUSTRY INSIDER)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Fibre-Metal full-brim hard hats feature a smooth crown design that deflects falling debris, as well as rain and the sun's harmful UV rays. The SuperEight E1 hats also offer a technically advanced eight-point...

Environmentally safe, water-based coolant.(HOT PRODUCT NEWS: INDUSTRY INSIDER)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SafeTap Plus is an environmentally safe, water-based tapping fluid with the properties of a straight oil. The coolant prolongs tool life and reportedly creates better threads in tapped holes. There is no residue left...

Cleans parts, leaves no residue.(HOT PRODUCT NEWS: INDUSTRY INSIDER)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] LVC contact cleaner is designed for cleaning and degreasing electrical/ electronic fine parts and precision mechanisms without leaving a residue. Quick penetrating action removes oil, grease, dirt, flux, and other...

Machines don't need a control cabinet!(HOT PRODUCT NEWS: INDUSTRY INSIDER)
February 1, 2008... IP 67-rated programmable gateways combined with the company's power supplies and I/O make machines without a control cabinet a reality. They utilize local network logic to perform complex tasks. Free CoDeSys software is used to program the...

Are your grinding wheel openings in compliance?(HOT PRODUCT NEWS: INDUSTRY INSIDER)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Safety scale checks the openings between grinding wheels and the tongues and work rests for compliance with OSHA and ANSI standards. It has a 0.25-in. diam hole for attaching to bench grinders for easy verification...

High-power LED bulbs consume only 3 w.(HOT PRODUCT NEWS: INDUSTRY INSIDER)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Drop-in replacement MR16-styled LED bulbs are at rated 3 w. They handle the variations in voltages that may accompany "noisy" or "dirty" ac or dc power supplies. LEDtronics, Inc., Torrance, CA (800) 579-4875...

Zero-wear piezo flexure actuators.(HOT PRODUCT NEWS: INDUSTRY INSIDER)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Flexure-based piezo actuators provide large travel ranges with virtually unlimited resolution and life. The P-601 Series low-profile units feature flexure guidance for frictionless, ultra-straight motion. When...

Fixed-mount Data Matrix verifiers.(MANUFACTURING COVERAGE: MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DataMan 100V code verifiers check the quality of Data Matrix codes to ensure only well-marked parts enter manufacturing and supply chains. Standard automatic report generation aids in MIL-STD applications. Cognex...

Adhesive glows red for better inspections.(MANUFACTURING COVERAGE: MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Under UV light, Ultra-Red fluorescing adhesives provide vivid contrast with many plastics, permitting accurate bond line inspection. The fluorescing technology does not interfere with cures (unlike some...

Shop-tough & lab-accurate bore gage.(MANUFACTURING COVERAGE: MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PG Series bore gage combines lab precision of [+ or -] 0.740225 in. with shop-hardened all-mechanical design that needs no electrical or air connections. Compact, portable gage sets up in 2 minutes. Accurate...

Optical inspection for complex electronics.(MANUFACTURING COVERAGE: MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] M1m optical inspection system handles challenges of advanced packaging, complex wire bonding, epoxy splash, and ever-smaller components. The compact unit is ideal for inspecting bond wires, die displacement, SMT...

Gigabit ethernet compliant cameras.(MANUFACTURING COVERAGE: MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] GiantDragon industrial cameras leverage the economy and agility of the AIA GigE Vision open standard, allowing real-time delivery of non-compressed high-bandwidth image data over CAT-5e and CAT 6 cables, up to 100 m...

Truck fork height sensor: supports DAQ, automation systems.(MANUFACTURING COVERAGE: MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HS-1C Lift Height Sensor determines the height of lift truck forks over a range of 0 to 30 ft with accuracy greater than [+ or -] 2 in. Applications include on-board data collection and inventory management. Optional...

LED flashlights: 14 ultra-bright LEDs.(MANUFACTURING COVERAGE: MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Made from rugged anodized aluminum, the Rhino flashlight packs 14 ultra-bright, 100,000-hr LEDs in a package only 3 1/2-in. long. Rhino is powered by three AAA batteries and comes with a belt loop and clip, and both...

Pallet truck: has forged pump & tubular push rod.(MANUFACTURING COVERAGE: MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Companion model to the flagship Pallet Mule, the International pallet truck cuts cost by using a forged pump in place of the cast pump, and a lighter tubular push rod. The International has a 5,500-lb load capacity...

Intelligent closed-loop gripper: precise direct drive; built-in controller.(MANUFACTURING COVERAGE: MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Easily integrated with most commercially available robots, SmartGripper offers precise gripping capabilities with a powerful programming interface. It requires no external controller and features accurate robotic...

Screener/fluid bed dryer: processes 3,000 lb of bulk per hour.(MANUFACTURING COVERAGE: MAINTENANCE PRODUCTS)
February 1, 2008... Pre-packaged vibratory screener/fluid bed dryer system removes oversize and undersize material from bulk batches, and dries "on-size" material. It scalps and de-dusts 2,500 to 3,000 lb of bulk material per hour using a double-deck, 30-in. diam...

A truly decentralized solution!(OEM/DESIGN COVERAGE: MECHANICAL COMPONENTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FCD QDrive is a complete IP66/NEMA 4X enclosed decentral drive solution engineered for wall or rail mounting in any position, or atop the motor itself when ordered without a circuit breaker or output contactor....

Linear rail systems.(OEM/DESIGN COVERAGE: MECHANICAL COMPONENTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Using a precision leadscrew assembly, these linear rail systems provide controlled positioning along the axis of a robust linear slide. Units consist of a stationary base with a load bearing carriage. Haydon...

Hall-effect switch has push-pull outputs.(OEM/DESIGN COVERAGE: MECHANICAL COMPONENTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ultra-sensitive Hall-Effect switch utilizes latched digital outputs and either unipolar or omnipolar actuation. Switch operates at low supply currents and voltages making it ideal for battery-operated electronics....

Mini slide switches fit in tight spaces.(OEM/DESIGN COVERAGE: MECHANICAL COMPONENTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] JSM Series one-pole surface-mount slide switches boast an actuation height of only 0.098 in. They come in single, double, and triple-throw styles with momentary and maintained contacts. C&K Components, ...

Easy-to-integrate drive.(OEM/DESIGN COVERAGE: MECHANICAL COMPONENTS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ST10-Si stepper drive is programmable for stand-alone operation with Si Programmer Windows-based software. A graphical point-&-click format combines motion, I/O, and operator interface functionality for simple...

Precision belt in super-small size.(THIS MONTH'S TOP OF THE NEWS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] High-torque curvilinear belt is made from extremely durable polyurethane and measures only 60 mm in circumference with a 1-mm pitch. It is clean-running, non-dusting, chemical-resistant, and withstands -40 to...

Transfer steel magnetically.(THIS MONTH'S TOP OF THE NEWS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SafeHold EPL Series lifting magnets handle steel and iron without slings, hooks, or cables, without marring the metal surface. Permanent magnet lifter turns on and off manually, and needs no dc power supply or...

Coolant unions sense coolant, air & MQL.(THIS MONTH'S TOP OF THE NEWS)
February 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Designed for use with sophisticated CNC technology, AutoSense coolant unions automatically sense the type of media--coolant, air, or MQL--and send it to the spindle through a proprietary seal, when pressurized media...