New Equipment Digest articles from March 2004

New Equipment Digest archives from March 2004

Laser marker needs no external water source.(Hot product news: industry insider)
March 1, 2004... VersaScribe diode pump laser marker for product ID and engraving applications incorporates an internal chiller, eliminating the need for an external water source. It can be installed anywhere on the production line. Laser powers include 20, 50,...

ID cards--impossible to counterfeit or duplicate.(Hot product news: industry insider)
March 1, 2004... OptiKey verification system marches an optical signature of an ID card of document to a perfectly matched structure found in the optical reader/correlator. Optical ID labels and cards, as well as other documents, are impossible to counterfeit,...

Thermally conductive adhesive.(Hot product news: industry insider)
March 1, 2004... Two-component, thermally conductive adhesive boasts a forgiving 1-to-1 mix ratio by weight or volume. The easy-to-apply, self-leveling EP21AO paste adheres to a variety of similar and dissimilar substrates. It features a low-coefficient of...

New approach to high-speed machining.(Hot product news: industry insider)
March 1, 2004... Smart Machining program includes various machine modules such as an advanced process system for monitoring and recording spindle vibrations and an intelligent thermal control system to compensate for thermal deviations. Sensors, in addition to...

High-resolution ink jet printing system.(Hot product news: industry insider)
March 1, 2004... PZ Pilot Plus high-resolution ink jet system handles up to eight lines of print (up to 1.4 in.) on any porous of non-porous surface. It has 256 addressable jets per printhead and 180-dpi print resolution, enabling razor-sharp text, scannable...

Use straight nozzles for right-angle applications.(Hot product news: industry insider)
March 1, 2004... GIA swivel adapter allows you to use straight nozzles for adjustable right-angle dispensing of hot-melt adhesives for package sealing applications. It can be installed on most hot-melt guns, heads, or valve modules. Adapter rotates 360 deg to...

Relay gives solid-state trip indication.(Hot product news: industry insider)
March 1, 2004... Compact Annunciator Target Relay serves as an alternative to electromechanical annunciators by offering a shorter, adjustable trip response time and mounting in a three-hole panel installation. It accepts an input signal from a variety of...

Three-in-one digital multimeter.(Hot product news: industry insider)
March 1, 2004... Clamp-style multimeter incorporates a Type-K digital thermometer, 600-amp ac clamp, and a full-featured 4,000-count multimeter in one instrument. The Meterman AC75 also features continuity beeper, display hold, and an up to 1.3-in. conductor....

Replace lamp faster on warning lights.(Hot product news: industry insider)
March 1, 2004... Base and dome on VitaLite 121 compact rotating warning lights now feature a twist-and-lock design, which makes lamp replacement fast and easy. The base facilitates various installation options. The lights can be used in Type 4X water-tight,...

Measures metal structure thickness accurately.(Hot product news: industry insider)
March 1, 2004... Hand-held ultrasonic gage measures, from one side the thickness of metal structures such as piping, tanks, cylinders, etc., to an accuracy of [+ or -] 0.001 in. It is especially useful in determining whether inner walls have become eroded of...

High-res marking despite dirt & water.(This Month's Top Of The News)
March 1, 2004... High-speed SolarJet HD laser coder delivers very high resolution marking on products and packages in wet, dusty, and, dirty environments. The 50-w C[O.sub.2] laser system is capable of marking up to 1,000 characters/sec at product delivery...

Electron multiplication CCD camera system.(This Month's Top Of The News)
March 1, 2004... Because of on-chip multiplication gain, Sensicam em electron multiplication CCD camera offers exceptional sensitivity needed for low-light imaging. Camera system features 12-bit dynamic range, 1,000 x 1,000 pixel resolution, thermoelectrical...

Compact, rugged liquid level float switches.(This Month's Top Of The News)
March 1, 2004... Liquid level float switches offer a space-saving alternative for budget-conscious users in applications including food, petrochemical, and marine. Both top and side-mounting styles use magnets in their floats to actuate a reed switch. ...

HMIs add Ethernet & CompactFlash capabilities.(This Month's Top Of The News)
March 1, 2004... Silver Series touchscreen operator interfaces claim state-of-art status with 6, 8, and 10-in. models featuring 10BaseT Ethernet, CompactFlash interface, real-time clock, and printer connectivity. Intel X-Scale 200-MHz processor handles...

Small-diameter water-tight LEDs.(This Month's Top Of The News)
March 1, 2004... CS Series LEDs drop into a standard 6mm diam hole, and include a neoprene gasket/washer to seal out water. For greater stability than snap in designs, they use hex nuts and spacers in panel-mount applications. Other rugged features include a...

Tank-holding backpack leaves both hands free.(This Month's Top Of The News)
March 1, 2004... TankPak backpack for tanks allows users to safely carry bulky refrigerant-type tanks up ladders, in tight places, into buildings, etc. Large top opening provides access; drawstring holds tank in place. Expanding pouch accommodates a variety of...

Digital caliper claims unique protection.(This Month's Top Of The News)
March 1, 2004... Reportedly the first digital caliper with IP66 environmental protection, this model is sealed against coolants and water (up to 3 ft), as well as dust and chips. The rating allows users to take precise measurements without removing and cleaning...

Leveling casters: mount to T-slotted extrusions.
March 1, 2004... Series of brake-equipped leveling casters can be mounted to T-slotted aluminum extrusions, metric and fractional. Modular product line and versatile mounting capability allow matching to a wide range of formerly stationary projects, including...

Top-mount accelerometers: measure vibration in harsh environments.
March 1, 2004... Top mount, industrial-grade Omegarometer accelerometers feature rugged construction with a stainless steel case, hermetic sealing, and ESD protection. Model ACC786A offers 100-mv/g sensitivity ([+ or -] 5%, 25[degrees]C); 80-g peak acceleration...

Anti-fatigue matting: cushion, prevent slips.
March 1, 2004... Sheerflex industrial floor matting combines hollow fusion-welded PVC tubes and a textured slip-resistant surface. Hollow tubes provide air-cushioned comfort in an open-grid pattern that enhances capability to trap and drain liquids and debris....

Solenoid drain valve: 2-way, normally open.
March 1, 2004... Suitable for food industry and many other applications, this drain valve is compatible with hot water, steam, and de-scaling solutions and can withstand media temperatures to 220[degrees]F and ambient temperatures to 140[degrees]F. Available in...

Safety light curtain: simple, robust, easy setup & operation.
March 1, 2004... E-Z Screen safety light curtain is a simple two-piece device--a self-contained emitter and receiver pair that needs no separate control box. No synchronization wire is required between the two modules as the system is synchronized optically,...

Early warning system averts disaster!(NED's Tips For Improving Yourself)
March 1, 2004... Surprise is rarely a good thing in business. Unexpected developments range in their effects from inconvenient to disastrous. To keep from being blindsided, companies need to develop a "competitive early warning system" that combines strategic...

Improvement strategies.(NED's Tips For Improving Yourself)
March 1, 2004... Continual improvement is not optional. It's a condition of survival This book presents practical methods for driving continual improvement throughout an organization. It serves as a guide to managing any business. Paton Press (530)...

Arc Flash hazards.(NED's Tips For Improving Yourself)
March 1, 2004... Book offers practical advice on how to comply with Arc Flash mandates while maintaining productivity. It provides a pragmatic approach based on first-hand experience and careful reading of applicable regulations. ESA, Inc. (503) 655-5059...

Guard your nest egg!(NED's Tips For Improving Yourself)
March 1, 2004... All the basics of retirement planning are covered in this book. It clearly explains vital concepts and terminology that you need to know in order to make the right investments. AMACOM (800) 714-6395 NED 39 or www.nedinfo.com ...

Metalcutting calculations.(NED's Tips For Improving Yourself)
March 1, 2004... Unique resource enables you to calculate the necessary speeds, feeds, and required machining power in order to maximize the productivity of metalcutting. Formulas are presented in English and metric units. Industrial Press (888) 528-7852...

Designing plastic parts.(NED's Tips For Improving Yourself)
March 1, 2004... Updated text serves as an excellent tool for facilitating cost-effective design decisions and ensuring that plastic parts and products stand up under use. Hanser Gardner (800) 950-8977 NED 41 or www.nedinfo.com [ILLUSTRATION...

Wireless I/O System: enclosure protects in harsh areas.(From The Front Cover)
March 1, 2004... Wireless I/O communication system boasts a cast aluminum enclosure, which houses a transmitter and antenna and protects them from harsh indoor or outdoor environments while carrying a NEMA 4X rating. The enclosure is impact resistant to UL...

Cyanoacrylate Adhesives: cure rapidly on dry or acidic surfaces.
March 1, 2004... Loctite 4500 and 4501 Instant Adhesives are designed to cure rapidly in dry environments and on acidic surfaces, conditions where cure time is typically delayed. Reportedly, they will cure up to 5 times faster than traditional cyanoacrylates on...

Adjustable air nozzle conserves air.(Send For Your Free Samples)
March 1, 2004... MaxAir nozzle creates a high-volume air stream while minimizing both air consumption and noise levels. Its adjustability allows users to set the desired airflow for their particular application. This unique nozzle can be used to replace costly...

60-grit grinding wheels.(Send For Your Free Samples)
March 1, 2004... Featuring a blend of zirconia/ ceramic grain, Sigma Green grinding wheels are slightly thinner and more flexible for better operator control. Rex-Cut Products, Inc., Fall River, MA (800) 225-8182 NED 53 of www.nedinfo.com ...

Super-clean welding wire matches needs.(Send For Your Free Samples)
March 1, 2004... Copper-free welding wire is available in over 85 filler materials to match virtually any tool, die, and mold repair requirement. It conforms to AISI and AWS specifications for chemical composition. NovaTech, Inc., Smithfield, RI (800)...

Wire harness tape aids noise reduction.(Send For Your Free Samples)
March 1, 2004... Polyken 007 wire harness tape is suited for spot taping, clip retention, or continuous wrap applications where sound dampening is desired. The hand-tearable 3/4-in. wide tape comes in 66 and 100-ft rolls. It has a 20-lb/in. tensile strength....

Wall chart lists pipe sizes & schedules.(Send For Your Free Samples)
March 1, 2004... Handy 18 x 24-in. Millhog Pipe Chart lets machine operators determine the ID and wall thickness of pipe from a schedule number and vice versa. ESCO Technologies, Inc., ESCO Tool Div., Medfield, MA (800) 343-6926 NED 54 or...

Venturi vacuum pumps: need little space & air.
March 1, 2004... Micro-miniature JV Series in-line venturi vacuum pumps are ideal for end-of-arm tooling and applications where space is limited. The thermoplastic pumps weigh only 16 gm and measure 1 x 1.69 in. Since they can be mounted close to the pickup...

Shaft-locking bushings: now offered in metric, inch sizes.
March 1, 2004... Stainless steel shaft locking bushings now come in inch and metric sizes. The ETP Express bushings are sealed, easily cleaned, and won't corrode, making them ideal for systems requiring frequent washdowns. They handle temperatures from -22 to...

Digital panel meter: meets ISO 9000 calibration standards.
March 1, 2004... PMA Digital 280 panel meter boasts pushbutton calibration and configuration to meet ISO 9000 calibration standards. It offers built-in input signal and calibration table (scanning) for calibration of any offset and gain error. Meter also...

Coated end mill cuts copper-beryllium material--for 100 hours!(Items of interest: case histories)
March 1, 2004... Sometimes it's the the unexpected things in life that pay off big--like getting a free 1/2-in. end mill to try, and then finding out that it can be pushed to extreme limits with only minor wear. Lance Rushton of L and R Design (Salt Lake...

Magnet/enamel wire strippers: models for round, flat, rectangular wire.
March 1, 2004... Portable DCF Series wire/enamel wire strippers are suitable for a wide range of wire sizes, from 9 to 35 AWG. They feature a lightweight hand-piece driven by a variable-speed power unit. Carbide stripping blades work quickly and eliminate...

Surface-finishing mill: simultaneously treats five parts batches.
March 1, 2004... FlexMill provides high-frequency finishing to clean, deburr, smooth surface imperfections, and round off corners on up to five batches of parts at once. It runs either five 2-liter or three 4-liter chambers that can process separate products...

Clear plastic basket strainer: easy maintenance, 1 & 2-in. pipelines.
March 1, 2004... Clear, all-plastic basket strainer makes it easy to see how much dirt and debris has been trapped. Rugged, non-corroding strainer can be used to pre-filter in systems with bag or cartridge filters, and thus extend media life. Strainer removes a...

Metalworking fluid multi-purpose: formula cuts inventory.
March 1, 2004... Formulated to be compatible with all operations, Cimperial 1070 multi-purpose metalworking fluid can save costs of storage, handling, mixing, makeup, etc. It is suitable for use with numerous steels, cast iron, aluminum, bronze, brass, and...

Process wiring.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Receptacles, crop cords, junction boxes, home run cables, and accessories comprise the offerings in catalog of industrial wiring solutions. Turck Inc. (800) 544-7769 NED 77 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Taps, gages & end mills.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Catalog covers expanded line of thread forming taps, thread-cutting taps, thread gages, and roughing end mills. Balax, Inc. (262) 966-2355 NED 78 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Fittings, valves, controls.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Catalog offers information on miniature fittings, metric fittings, check valves, tubing, in-line flow controls, and restrictor fittings. Dynamco (706) 336-3430 NED 79 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Measurement systems.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE SmartScope Quest line of high-accuracy measurement systems are shown in catalog, along with multi-sensor options. Optical Gaging Products (585) 544-0400 NED 80 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Electronic components.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Catalog 241 describes integrated circuits, microprocessors, linear devices, small de and stepper motors, test equipment, and much more. Jameco Electronics (800) 831-4242 NED 81 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Rotary position sensors.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Detailed specifications for non-contacting angle sensors and potentiometric sensors are shown in catalog. Novotechnik U.S., Inc. (508) 485-2244 NED 82 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Aluminum fittings.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Catalog describes Kee Lite slip-on, corrosion-resistant aluminum silicon magnesium fittings for railings and other tubular pipe structures. Kee Industrial Products (800) 851 (851-5181) NED 83 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Tube end forming.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Information sheets describe LS/VR 601 series tube end forming machine with either "drop-in" segmented tooling of ram form tooling. Aristo Machines, Inc. (877) 227-4786 NED 84 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Press feed equipment.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE General brochure describes a number of the company's press line configurations and stand-alone equipment. Sesco Products Group (586) 979-4400 NED 85 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Generator capabilities.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Brochure describes portable generators from 1-11 kw, towables from 20-200 kw, automatic energy/from 8-25 kw, and special models from 20-2,000 kw. Baldor Electric Co. (800) 829-4920 NED 86 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Spray hose reels.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Catalog shows information and specifications on spray hose reels in spring, manual, and power rewind models. Hannay Reels Inc. (877) 467-3357 NED 87 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Rolling doors & grilles.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Shown in catalog are technical details, features, and specifications for rolling service doors, tire doors, counter doors, and grilles, plus controls. Cornell Iron Works (800) 233-8366 NED 88 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Fluid power products.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Products in catalog include hydraulic filters and strainers, hydraulic tank accessories (such as breathers and flanges), and pressure gages. Lenz (937) 277-9364 NED 89 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Universal power ends.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE [Prima.sup.3] universal power ends are shown in brochure. They are adaptable to any ANSI chemical process pump. Flowserve Corp., Pump Div. (800) 728-7867 NED 90 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Open-mesh wire belting.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Brochure shows stainless steel open-mesh wire conveyor belting featuring closed loop ends that eliminate tangling and minimize risk of accidents. Wire Belt Co. of America (800) 922-2637 NED 91 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Products to clean up your act!(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE More than 500 new products are featured in 2004 PIGALOG Catalog Buying Guide. In all, more than 4,500 solutions for a clean and sale workplace are offered. Product categories include: absorbents, wipers, spill control, personal safety,...

Oxygen analyzers.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE New models in line of-Platinum Series oxygen analyzers are shown in brochure, including DF-310, a general purpose analyzer; DF-320, a compact Class 1, Div. II-compliant unit; and DF-330 with solid-state coulometric sensor technology. ...

Transformers & inductors.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE The Gold Book includes specifications for thousands of transformers and inductors, toroids, chokes and Common Mode chokes, drum cores, E-Klips, MIL Spec inductors, and products designed for National Semiconductor applications. Renco...

Electrical safety products.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Products in brochure meet a variety of NEC code locations and include positive ground indicator systems, portable hazardous location lights, fluorescent vapor-proof lights, ground fault circuit interruptors, and more. Stewart R....

Expansion joints.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Catalog details fluoropolymer expansion joints, along with selection criteria, detailed engineering data, and instructions for installation and care. Options such as hinge and universal styles are covered. Edlon, Inc. (800) 753-3566...

Machine components.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Engineering manual offers a pictorial section on the full line, while product pages provide complete information on core items. Comprehensive information is on the included CD. J.W. Winco, Inc. (800) 877-8351 NED 101 ...

Flexible electrical conduit.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Catalog highlights Liquatite line of flexible conduit with more than 30 types. Four sections include non metallic, EMI/RFI, unjacketed metallic, and jacketed metallic, with de tailed information in each section on sizes, types, and colors....

Safety & first-aid.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Catalog of safely and first-aid products features items from major manufacturers such as pain relieving patches, shoe scrapers, entrance mats, ear-plugs, waste receptacles, safety glasses, and more Conney Safety Products (608) 271-3300...

Collet chucks.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Brochure describes a complete line of collet chuck workholding solutions, including full bore, ProDyne Servo, ProDyne fixed length, direct mount, and wrench operated collet chucks. Lexair, Inc. (859) 255-5001 NED 104 ...

Pressure standards.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Product CD covers highly accurate Quartzonix pressure standards. It also provides technical information for the Series 960 line of pressure sensors and Series 970 line of pressure transducers. Pressure Systems, Inc. (800) 678-7226 ...

Gearmotor products.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Catalog shows the Panasonic gearmotor product line, including induction motors, reversible motors, inverters, ac speed control motor packages, electromagnetic brake motors, dc brushless speed control motor packages, and more. Burns...

Medium voltage drive.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Literature profiles T300MVi medium voltage adjustable speed drive with built-in harmonic reduction. It provides stable speed control without a speed sensing device using IGBT technology, and can be monitored using Windows software. ...

Fluid power components.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Catalog describes miniature products, including valves, fittings, cylinders, tubing, pressure regulators, orifices, quick disconnects, and other fluid power devices. Components feature captured O-ring face seals for leak tight connections....

Electronic specialty gases.(Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs)
March 1, 2004... FREE Catalog illustrates a diverse line of high-purity specially gases, gas mixtures, and gas handling equipment required for etching, ion implantation, and other semiconductor manufacturing processes. Scott Specialty Gases, Semiconductor...

Touch-screen computer: meets low-profile PCI standard.
March 1, 2004... PM-III Series low-profile PCI-compliant touch-screen computer requires only 4 in. of panel depth, and can accept the many types of compact cards recently developed for the LP-PCI standard. It features processors starting at 1 GHz, has 4 USB...

Motion controllers: value package, 1 and 2-axis.
March 1, 2004... RMC70 Series motion controllers for one and two-axis systems is oriented toward linear motion and includes RS-232/485 serial communications and interfaces for MDT and SSI absolute position transducers. Series targets hydraulic, pneumatic, and...

Machining center: efficient large-job machine.
March 1, 2004... HPC-800HP horizontal machining center ensures high speed production, in part due to a fast tool delivery system and fast pallet exchange. Also boasting superiority in accuracy and stiffness, the 800-mm machine accommodates parts up to 51.2 in....

Rubber-toughened adhesives: rapid curing; bond dissimilar materials.(From The Front Cover)
March 1, 2004... ZipGrip rubber-toughened adhesives are suited for applications requiring gap filling or bonding of dissimilar substrates. They are effective in bonding plastics, rubber, and metal. The high-viscosity cyanoacrylates are easily dispensed by hand...

Ultra-sanitary crusher: gently handles difficult materials.
March 1, 2004... The Delumper S4 Series crusher meets stringent requirements of the pharmaceutical, food, dairy, and pigment industries. It is highly effective in reducing sticky, caked, of wet solids to a desired size without overworking, churning, of heating...

2-wire torque transmitters: hardened against EM interference.
March 1, 2004... Robust, non-contact, 2-wire, 4-20 ma transmitters measure torque, speed, and power of rotating machines. Compared to earlier models, the MCRT 39000X Series offers a ten-fold increase in immunity to electromagnetic noise, such as noise generated...

Cable carrier: robotic solution, twists in any direction.
March 1, 2004... Triflex R Energy Chain robotic cable carrier has 3-D and multi-axis freedom of movement for a fully protected energy supply system that can twist in any direction. Smooth contours and tubular design ensure fluid mobility. Ball-and-socket style...

Magnetic rotary encoders: accurate, rugged alternative to opticals.
March 1, 2004... Series RM 10, 11, and 12-bit mini rotary encoders combine non-contact, long-wearing, rugged design with easy integration. They deliver high-resolution positioning (up to 4,096 count) to over 9,000 rpm with accuracy to 0.4 deg. Renishaw...

Web-enabled temp controller: easily customized for OEM needs.
March 1, 2004... Model 1200 single/dual loop temperature controller offers bi-directional communication capability via the Internet. It features a PI control algorithm, data logging and storage, TCP-IP packet data communication, and ready-to-use interface...

X-ray fluorescence analyzers: simplify alloy testing, elemental analysis.
March 1, 2004... Hand-held X-ray fluorescence analyzers deliver fast, precise identification and analysis of challenging alloys, including stainless steel, nickel/ cobalt super alloys, specialty alloys, and precious metals. "Point-and-shoot" analyzers detect...

Metric tube fitting O-rings: meet ISO 6149 specifications.
March 1, 2004... Elastomer O-rings are engineered to meet the sealing requirements of ISO 6149, a standard created to minimize the proliferation of port connection designs and promote leak-free connections. These O-rings are dimensionally optimized for ISO 6149...

Automation control system: universal programming, platform-portable.
March 1, 2004... PACSystems RX3i programmable automation controller features a single control engine and universal programming environment, allowing portability across multiple hardware platforms. The compact system offers a high level of functionality and a...