New Equipment Digest articles from June 2003

New Equipment Digest archives from June 2003

Safety eyewear stays clear in hot, humid environs. (Hot Product News Industry Insider).
June 1, 2003... Uvex Genesis protective eyewear is ideal for use in hot and humid work environments. It features a ventilation channel between the eyewear frame and lens. This channel vents the eye socket area, allowing air to circulate, reducing moisture...

Backlight driver combo simplifies designs. (Hot Product News Industry Insider).
June 1, 2003... D368 single-chip, dual driver combines a high-performance electroluminescent lamp driver for backlighting monochrome displays and keypads with a high-brightness LED driver to backlight color displays. It simplifies designs, minimizes costs, and...

Sensor comes in one basic housing configuration. (Hot Product News Industry Insider).
June 1, 2003... S50 photoelectric sensor family offers a range of sensing and mounting choices into one standard 18-mm configuration. Incorporating more than 15 types of sensors, the family can replace a wide range of different sensing modes, each with its own...

Provides protection from leaking roofs. (Hot Product News Industry Insider).
June 1, 2003... PIG Leak Diverter System protects workers, floors, and equipment from roof leaks. The lightweight tarp uses a standard drain hose fitting as a downspout to safely drain water away. It is made of a flame-retardant, vinyl-coated nylon and...

Locates current in hidden wires & cable. (Hot Product News Industry Insider).
June 1, 2003... Non-contact Current Detector can detect ac current from 200 ma to 1,000 amp through shielded wires, conduit, and metal circuit breaker or junction boxes. Sensitivity adjustments help locate wires and conduits through walls. Audible and visual...

Hydraulic oils resist "breakdown". (Hot Product News Industry Insider).
June 1, 2003... Molykote hydraulic oils reportedly offer longer oil-drain intervals, wider operating temperature ranges, reduced lubricant consumption, and extended equipment life. Oils are a blend of synthetic polyalpha olefin and mineral oils that provide...

Non-solvent cleaner removes grease, grime. (Hot Product News Industry Insider).
June 1, 2003... Environmentally-safe Super Citrus aqueous cleaner and degreaser dissolves and removes grease, oil, ink, grime, and adhesives. The non-corrosive, nonabrasive cleaner is d-Limonene-based and completely biogradable. It has a pleasant citrus scent...

Cool vests help prevent heat stress. (Hot Product News Industry Insider).
June 1, 2003... Combat heat stress with this Utility Cooling Vest made of a three-layer fabric called Hydroweave. Activated in minutes by tap water, it cools the wearer for 2 to 8 hr. The comfortable, machine-washable vest comes in zip-front and pullover...

Early warning system for constant-speed machinery. (Hot Product News Industry Insider).
June 1, 2003... Easy Check vibration monitor triggers an immediate alarm when detecting signs of possible equipment imbalances caused by increased temperatures, alignment errors, or bearing damage. The battery-operated system measures operating parameters at...

Hands-free, head-up viewing of inspections. (Hot Product News Industry Insider).
June 1, 2003... CV-1 Video Viewer, an eyewear-based display teamed with the Snake-Eye remote inspection system, offers hands-free, head-up viewing of non-destructive video inspections in hard-to-reach places. The virtual color image created by the viewer...

Accessories keep your grip on test tools. (This Month's Top Of The News).
June 1, 2003... SureGrip test tool accessories improve gripping ability and reduce the chance of probes slipping from your hand or off the component. Line includes a full array of clips and test leads with rubber over-molded surfaces and finger-hugging curves....

Brushless DC servos pack unexpected power. (This Month's Top Of The News).
June 1, 2003... Only 44 x 90 mm, Model 4490 brushless dc servos deliver over 200 w output (27 oz-in, torque at 10,000 rpm). Brushless commutation ensures long life, even under heavy loads. Quiet and efficient, the motors offer good overload capability and heat...

Rugged LED light guide shines where neon can't. (This Month's Top Of The News).
June 1, 2003... Luxaura light guide, used with LED sources, provides a durable, easy-to-install, low-voltage alternative for neon or other light sources in numerous functional and accent applications. Rigid acrylic guide is especially desirable for even,...

Air-powered magnetic drill boasts extra-long stroke. (This Month's Top Of The News).
June 1, 2003... Though light in weight, Airbor magnetic drill has a powerful 1.6-hp air motor and 1,600-lb magnetic holding strength. With its extra rack, stroke length is extended to 10 1/4 in. Annular cutter capacity is up to 2 1/16 in. diam. Geared chuck...

Fatigue-free hose clamp installation. (This Month's Top Of The News).
June 1, 2003... Air-powered hand tool simplifies hose clamp installation in production settings. Its light weight prevents fatigue even after a full shift. Tool opens and closes most clamp sizes. Special tools for Oetiker clamps are available. Simonds...

Observe, record & analyze ultrasonic sound & data. (This Month's Top Of The News).
June 1, 2003... Ultraprobe 10000 ultrasonic analyzer provides both a hand-held sensing tool with on-board sound recording and data logging, and analytical software with comprehensive diagnostic functions. It also features single-digit digital frequency tuning...

Pivoting vertical fan. (This Month's Top Of The News).
June 1, 2003... Vertical, transportable, 8-ft enclosed fan offers a high-volume, low-speed, energy-efficient cooling solution for mezzanines or anywhere ceiling fans are not a practical option. Pivot mechanism allows air to be directed where needed. Big...

Cordless impact tools: rotational torque "beats" hammerdrills.
June 1, 2003... Compared to conventional cordless drills, these cordless impact drivers and wrenches reportedly have nearly triple the torque yet weigh up to 20% less and are up to 35% shorter. Mechanism differs from a hammerdrill in that the bit doesn't...

Anti-slip tread: extruded aluminum, permanent solution.
June 1, 2003... Black and yellow Warning Tread provides a heavy-duty, permanent answer where slippery surfaces pose a safety hazard. Pre-drilled for easier installation, the tread plates use a closed-cell epoxy friction surface that dirt cannot penetrate. ...

Laser-guided AGVs: flexible, maneuverable.
June 1, 2003... Using iCON navigational software, Odyssey automated vehicle systems offer offer the distinct advantages of laser guidance, as well as superior flexibility and maneuverability. Their guidepaths can be changed on-the-fly, in seconds, by simple...

Tilt-top workstation: less strain, more comfort.
June 1, 2003... Tilt Station ergonomic workstation has a tilting surface that allows workers to position work to minimize potentially injurious bending, stretching, and reaching. Suitable for many tasks including drafting and inspection, it features a height...

Illuminated toggle switches: ultra-miniature, process-compatible.
June 1, 2003... Ultra-miniature, fully illuminated G Series toggle switches offer functional and aesthetic benefits in hand-held and frontpanel applications. Available in red, green, amber, and bi-color red/green LEDs, the switches feature a clear actuator...

Hassle-free web page updating. (NED's Tips For Improving Yourself).
June 1, 2003... Web logging, known as blogging, is an easy way of updating a web page via a browser without the hassle of launching an FTP client or HTML editor. This easy-to-comprehend book features hands-on tutorials for building a blog, adding a user-based...

Winning sales strategies. (NED's Tips For Improving Yourself).
June 1, 2003... Mastering the Complex Sale shows you how to beef up your sales strategies and skills to sell smarter. It gives even the most seasoned sales professional tips on how to shift his or her approach to win and win big. John Wiley & Sons (800)...

Small-scale cogeneration. (NED's Tips For Improving Yourself).
June 1, 2003... Revised book illustrates how on-site cogeneration can be used to increase fuel efficiency, lower fuel usage, and enhance savings. Regulatory actions, unit installation, operation, pitfalls, and financing are also discussed. Fairmont Press...

Communication skills. (NED's Tips For Improving Yourself).
June 1, 2003... This inspiring book helps leaders build the skills they need for effective internal and external communication. Assessment exercises let you measure your own communication skills. AMACOM, (800) 714-6395 NED 186 or www.nedinfo.com ...

Pipe welding classic. (NED's Tips For Improving Yourself).
June 1, 2003... New edition of a classic reference reinforces the welder's understanding of procedures. It describes in detail the manipulating procedures used to weld pipe joints. Industrial Press Inc. (212) 889-6330 NED 187 or www.nedinfo.com ...

Mechanical fastener data. (NED's Tips For Improving Yourself).
June 1, 2003... All-in-one reference is touted as the largest single compilation of inch-series fastener standards ever published. It will benefit anyone who specifies, tests, or uses mechanical fasteners. Industrial Fasteners Institute (216) 241-1482 ...

Embedded communications: wireless data collection from 128 nodes.
June 1, 2003... Smart transceiver Model XE900M and base access point Model XE924M provide an efficient means of collecting data wirelessly from up to 128 discrete nodes within a 150-ft (indoor) radius. The microcontroller-equipped transceiver improves on...

Microscope inspection systems: arms move precisely on ball bearings.
June 1, 2003... ProLite inspection systems use ball-bearing mounted StereoZoom microscopes on a stainless steel glide arm for easy, accurate positioning and smooth, precise movement. Double-arm design lends strength and rigidity. All-inclusive system...

Tilt sensor: angle range: [+ or -]3 deg.
June 1, 2003... True-Tilt narrow-angle electrolytic tilt sensor offers excellent sensor-to-sensor repeatability. It provides highly sensitive output, reliable time and temperature stability, and superior roll-axis properties. Operating specifications include...

Enterprise-system web link: remote terminals serve as clients.
June 1, 2003... CTServer software provides a direct, web-based link between the factory floor and enterprise systems such as Material and Resource Planning (MRP) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM). Remote terminal units (such as those used for tank...

Digital gauge: 4-20 ma output; has switching options.
June 1, 2003... Ashcroft digital gauge features 4-20 ma output and a switching option of 1 or 2 SPDT switches to combine indication, transmission, and switching capability into one package. The gauge offers 0.25% full scale terminal point accuracy; multiple...

Infrared sensors: hit targets not easy to access.
June 1, 2003... Stand-alone fiberoptic infrared sensors find use where conventional infrared detectors are not possible, such as with targets which are not easy to access, have small spot sizes, or are in high-energy fields or high-humidity environments. They...

High-performance epoxies: bonding & potting at 600[degrees]F.
June 1, 2003... Extensive selection of high-performance epoxies includes formulas for numerous specialty bonding and potting applications up to 600[degrees]F. These epoxies can be applied to a myriad of substrates, and offer excellent chemical, electrical, and...

Structural-adhesive dispenser: servo drive maintains precise flow.
June 1, 2003... Program-A-Bead 692 servo-driven meter/mix/ dispense system is designed for high-volume, automated application of high-viscosity, two-component structural adhesives. The stainless steel system applies adhesive precisely, as a continuous bead or...

Motor load slide-rule. (Send For Your Free Samples).
June 1, 2003... Is measuring power better than measuring amperes when monitoring an induction motor? Find out by pulling the tongue on the slide-rule to see the relationship between power, power factor, amperes, and motor load. It illustrates the concept...

Tubing serves as strain relief & seal. (Send For Your Free Samples).
June 1, 2003... Heavy-wall polyolefin heat-shrink tubing functions as a strain relief and features a heat-activated thermoplastic sealant inside to create an environmental seal. Nelco Products, Pembroke, MA (800) 346-3526 NED 205 or www.nedinfo.com...

New mounting style for cable ties. (Send For Your Free Samples).
June 1, 2003... New Wing Push Mounting tie joins the present line of Push and Screw Mounting ties. The new ties come in lengths of 6.12 to 8.07 in. and are available in natural or black LTV nylon. They can be tensioned by hand or with the use of applied...

Self-clinching panel fasteners offer access. (Send For Your Free Samples).
June 1, 2003... Two new types of self-clinching panel fasteners are designed to enable easy access to components after assembly. Both types feature a captive-screw design to keep hardware to a minimum, promote quicker installation, and eliminate any risk of...

Durable thin-wall packaging saves money. (Send For Your Free Samples).
June 1, 2003... An expansion to the company's packaging line, Thin Wall PermaSeal containers come in varying wall thicknesses. The thinner wall uses less material, driving down the cost of the completed package. Permanent, unbreakable bottom closures are fused...

Rugged metric strain relief fittings. (Send For Your Free Samples).
June 1, 2003... M6 to M63 strain reliefs in metric threads fit cables ranging from 2 to 44 mm. Other threads available are NPT and PG. Materials are nylon and nickel-plated brass, as well as stainless steel and PVDF for exposure to chemicals and extreme...

First true surface-mount high-voltage diode! (Send For Your Free Samples).
June 1, 2003... Touted as the first true surface-mount high-voltage diode in the industry, the SM3F rectifier comes on a 12-mm tape in the standard rectangular SMA profile for easy machine handling. It features a peak inverse voltage rating of 3,000 v with 2.7...

Protective core plugs. (Send For Your Free Samples).
June 1, 2003... PolyGuard Series Core Plugs protect paper, film, and foil rolls used in converting and other operations. The series includes plastic suspension plugs, wood end boards, and metal H-channels and U-channels. Niagara Caps & Plugs, Erie, PA...

Static dissipative hose handles combustibles. (Send For Your Free Samples).
June 1, 2003... Capable of dissipating a 15,000-v static charge in 0.2 sec, Static Buster hoses enable the safe transfer of dry materials, powders, dust, and fumes. SDH Series features urethane construction with smooth interior, plastic helix, and embedded...

Aisle striping in rolls. (Send For Your Free Samples).
June 1, 2003... DuraStripe flexible aisle striping system in five colors applies like tape and outlasts commonly used systems. The aisle is immediately available for use. Stripes are scuff-resistant. Ergomat, Westlake, OH (800) 357-2111 NED 213 or...

Electromechanical relays keep low-profile. (Send For Your Free Samples).
June 1, 2003... GP7 Series electromechanical relays are offered in 5 to 110-v dc coil voltages and SPDT and DPDT contact configurations with 5 kv dielectric strength and 10-mm creepage distance. The low-profile package is 15.7 mm high with a sealed dust cover...

Ceramic substrates: affords thin & thick film benefits.
June 1, 2003... Called MidFilm substrates, these ceramic substrates offer printing performance close to that of thin films, but they use the economical production manufacturing method of thick-films. Substrates are capable of holding high-resolution circuits...

Adhesive melters: simple, reliable automatic operation.
June 1, 2003... DuraBlue 25 adhesive melters use preset-speed ac motors with high-output gerotor gear pumps for easy operation and low maintenance. Release-coated grid and reservoir tank reduce adhesive degradation while maximizing adhesive throughput. Large,...

Fiber-optic feedthroughs: hermetically sealed, permanent or not.
June 1, 2003... Seal-Connect hermetically sealed fiber optic bulkheads offer both permanent and non-permanent versions. Once installed, permanent types are sealed with or without connections while non-permanent types require one side to remain connected to...

Needle Bonding Guide.
June 1, 2003... [FREE LITERATURE] Needle Bonding Design Guide provides information on selecting adhesives appropriate for specific needle designs. An appendix features data on adhesive attributes and performance on a variety of common substrates. Henkel...

Small-character printer: low maintenance, easy setup.
June 1, 2003... VideoJet 43S small-character ink jet printer is a low-maintenance design that requires minimal operator attention. Automatic printhead cleaning is performed at startup and shutdown. Easy-to-use interface allows for simple creation and editing...

Laser sensor: measures thickness, width, length, profile.
June 1, 2003... Polaris laser sensor measures thicknesses, widths, lengths, profiles, and displacements from 0.39 to 15.7 in. of a variety of materials. It offers a resolution of 60,000 steps with an accuracy of Lap Laser, LLC, Cincinnati, OH (513)...

High-speed door.
June 1, 2003... [FREE LITERATURE] Bochure introduces "The Dominator" high-speed door. The impact-resistant, breakaway door features panels made of gel-coated fiberglass-reinforced plastic with foam core insulation. Door-Man Mfg. Co., Auburn Hills, MI...

Multi-process welding system: handles thin aluminum & thick metals.
June 1, 2003... Ready-Pak welding system is equipped for critical push-pull aluminum welding, and, with 350 amp at 60% duty cycle, has the power to handle heavy aluminum, stainless, or plate steel projects. System includes Invertec V350-PRO power source, wire...

Liquid-tight conduit. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Brochure contains the complete line of liquid-tight conduit fittings. Hubbell Inc., Wiring Device-Kellems Div. (203) 882-4808 NED 239 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Safety controls. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Brochures features pneumatic and electric safety controls for production and assembly machinery. Air-Mite Devices, Inc. (773) 286-3393 NED 240 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Linear motion. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE CD-ROM features product catalogs and manuals on linear motion products such as ball screw assemblies and bushings. Bosch Rexroth Corp., Linear Motion & Assembly Technologies Div. (800) 322-6724 NED 241 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

High-performance pumps. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE PermaFlo Series of high-pressure pumps for handling more abrasive, higher solids coatings is shown in brochure. Nordson Corp. (800) 955-9563 NED 242 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Lifting devices. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Lift tables, work positioners, ground entry lift tables, and battery-operated platform truck are shown in catalog. Lift Products, Inc. (262) 860-1895 NED 243 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Data logging. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Catalog offers detailed product descriptions, specifications, and prices for HOBO Stowaway data loggers, weather stations, and Tattletale logger-controllers. Onset Computer Corp. (800) 564-4377 NED 244 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Circuit protection. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Catalog shows hydraulic/ magnetic and equipment leakage circuit breakers from 0.1 to 700 amp, associated accessories, approvals, and more. Carling Technologies, Inc. (860) 793-7104 NED 245 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Material handling. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE From docklevelers to pallet trucks to stretch wrappers and carts, you'll find them all in this catalog of material handling equipment and supplies. Vestil Mfg. Co. (260) 665-7586 NED 246 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Toxic gas monitor. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Brochure details a toxic gas monitor that handles up to five gas sensors with software on a mobile computer. GrayWolf Sensing Solutions (203) 416-0005 NED 247 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Boiler/level controls. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE 2003-2004 Catalog MM-825 is divided into three product lines: boiler controls, liquid level controls, and flow switches. Technical information is given. ITT McDonnell & Miller (773) 267-1600 NED 248 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Industrial fasteners. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Catalog shows bolts, screws, nuts, lock nuts, socket products, washers, rod and pins, clamps, cable ties, and more. Earnest Machine Products (800) 327-6378 NED 249 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Engineered seals. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Catalog ESD 5600 describes the company's elastomeric shapes for sealing and isolation uses retained in metal or plastic. Parker Hannifin, Seal Group (800) 272-7537 NED 250 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Industrial sensors. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Find inductive, photoelectric and capacitive sensors; cylinder and valve sensors; remote systems and accessories; and connectors and cables in catalog. Balluff Inc. (800) 543-8390 NED 251 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Machine vision. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE VisionGuide is a comprehensive machine vision reference and application guide on CD-ROM. Cognex Corp. (8 77) 264-6391 NED 252 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Industrial equipment. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Categories shown in catalog include cabinets and lockers, shelving and racks, material storage, shop equipment, trucks and carts, and more. C&H Distributors, LLC (800) 558-9966 NED 253 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Scientific & technical handbooks. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Dilbert Book of Books includes a comprehensive selection of scientific and technical books, CD-ROMs, videos, and software. Categories covered include aviation and aeronautical engineering, biology, biomedical engineering, chemical...

Boilers & gaskets. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Booklet details important facts about the safe operation of boilers with properly installed no-leak rubber gaskets. It covers boilers from research on rubber formulations to steam-safety pop vanes. A handy slide- rule charts steam...

Gloves for hazardous jobs. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Descriptive booklet offers information about hands and skin and how to properly safeguard them from chemical and physical hazards. It also contains information on various materials from which gloves are made. Marigold Industrial (888)...

Pavement maintenance. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Catalog 2003 offers a wide selection of asphalt and concrete coatings, crack sealants, line striping, marking and stenciling products, recreational color surfacing, tools, and safety supplies for maintaining pavement. Maintenance,...

3-phase monitors. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Application guide incorporates explanatory text, application diagrams, tables, and charts of 3-phase monitor installations to sense phase loss, phase unbalance, and low voltage conditions. Time Mark Corp. (800) 862-2875 NED 261...

Safety videos. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Catalog contains information on online safety and compliance training, computer software, video CDs, PowerPoint training courses, videos, OSHA compliance, and more. Safety Short Production, Inc. (800) 458-2236 NED 262 ...

Switch solutions. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Switch guide details innovative switch solutions and product specifications, along with 3-D cutaway views of the products. It is organized by actuator type for ease of use and offers more than 80 switch families. NKK Switches (480)...

Storage products. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Steel small parts storage products such as drawer cabinets, scoop compartment boxes, bins, literature racks, utility cabinets, hose clamp racks, wire spool racks, key stock racks, and more are shown in catalog. Durham Mfg. Co. (800)...

Enclosures & accessories. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Catalog/technical reference includes photos and dimensional drawings for products such as modular, operator interface, datacom, industrial, disconnect, corrosion-resistant, commercial, EMC, and more. Hoffman (800) 355-3560 NED 265...

Visitor control badges. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Security brochure explains SecurAlert badges, available in adhesive and clip-on types. They are time-expiring and tamper-resistant. Self-expiring parking permits, security notice signs, and stop signs are shown. Brady Worldwide, Inc....

Motion controllers. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Catalog presents features, technical specifications, and pricing on the full line of single or multi-axis, bus-based or stand-alone, and box-level or card-level controllers. A convenient application matrix makes selection easy. Galil...

Gearhead designs. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Brochure of special gearhead designs shows a range of planetary, spur, worm, spindle, and custom gearhead configurations with specs and application notes. Materials range from lightweight, low-cost plastic to all-metal to ceramic...

Power tool accessories. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Catalog showcases rotary power tool accessories with 1/16, 3/32, 1/8 , and 1/4-in. shanks for use in all rotary power tools. New products for working with platinum, titanium, stainless, and other hard metals and sintered diamond points are...

Conversion tables. (Keeping Current Free Catalogs & CDs).
June 1, 2003... FREE Conversion Factors Bulletin contains over 2,280 conversion factors within its 33 pages. Also included are temperature, steam, pressure, and altitude tables. Set of tables is presented in an easy-to-use format. Industrial Fiberglass...