New Equipment Digest articles from May 2003

New Equipment Digest archives from May 2003

Prevents spotted trailers from tipping over. (Hot product news: industry insider).
May 1, 2003... Auto-Riser prevents spotted trailers from tipping over due to landing gear collapse. It has a 100,000-lb static load capacity and features a gas-activated leveling system with security locking pin to ensure employee safety. The unit's 10-in....

No more guessing when forklift fuel is low. (Hot product news: industry insider).
May 1, 2003... Operators of LP-fueled forklift trucks will know positively when they are low on LP fuel with this easy-to-install EK-4100 Low Fuel Warning System. When pressure in the LP tank is below 60 psi, a switch connects 12-v dc voltage (key on) to the...

Simultaneous control of acceleration, direction. (Hot product news: industry insider).
May 1, 2003... Three-wheel electric stand/drive lift truck features the Ultima II control handle that allows simultaneous control of acceleration, travel direction, and one auxiliary function. Auto deceleration system gradually reduces speed as the operator's...

Network-compatible weight display. (Hot product news: industry insider).
May 1, 2003... Indicator/controller for weighing and process control integrates seamlessly into all major networks. With the Model 1310 online, users are able to control and monitor any weight-based process, display chosen critical aspects of the operational...

Air-powered sander is now lighter in weight. (Hot product news: industry insider).
May 1, 2003... Air-powered random orbital sander weighs only 1.4 lb. The 12,000-rpm Dynorbital-Spirit features a low-profile housing and comes in 3, 3 1/2, 5, and 6-in. diam models. Three sanding orbit diameters are offered: 3/8 in. for aggressive sanding;...

Super-strong, all-welded workbench with maple top. (Hot product news: industry insider).
May 1, 2003... Extra heavy-duty workbench is constructed from 12-gage steel and measures 30 x 50 x 34 in. It features a 1-in. thick maple top with a 3-in. high lip on sides and back. Two 6-in. high locking drawers each have a 250-lb capacity. Bottom...

Water jet nozzles optimize cleaning, cutting, drilling. (Hot product news: industry insider).
May 1, 2003... DynaJets high-efficiency water jet nozzles produce an extremely erosive environment for surface cleaning, stripping, rock cutting, etc. They employ cavitation, acoustic excitation, and turbulent jet interruption and structuring through passive...

Quick-adjustable conveyor side rails. (Hot product news: industry insider).
May 1, 2003... System of two-axis, quick-adjustable side rails for company's low-profile conveyors allows pre-setting of two different positions for rapid changeover times. No tools needed. Lever and knob lock the positions of the cross block and rail. All...

Lightweight, battery-operated crimp tool. (Hot product news: industry insider).
May 1, 2003... Compact, lightweight crimp tool for copper tubing operates on a 14.4-v battery. Tool's head swivels 90 deg to allow users access to tight positions. The Ridgid 320-E system includes interchangeable jaws for crimping 1/2 to 4-in. fittings, and a...

Sensor detects up to 3 colors. (Hot product news: industry insider).
May 1, 2003... QC50 sensor analyzes and identifies user-determined colors. It emits a modulated white light which, when reflected back from an object, is electronically filtered to its red, green, and blue components for acccurate color determination....

Flashlight shines up to 120 ft! (This Month's Top Of The News).
May 1, 2003... Featuring five super-bright LED lamps, the Nova X5 flashlight provides 2-mile visibility and a 120-ft effective range. The X5 has a sleek, lightweight metal body and is waterproof to 150 ft. Scientifics, Tonawanda, NY (800) 728-6999 173 or...

Fabric roll-up door boasts superior sealing. (This Month's Top Of The News).
May 1, 2003... TruSeal 3-ply fabric roll-up door uses a unique double-seal design with hook-and-loop in the side tracks for extra protection from air infiltration. Combined with its dual door-size air pockets, insulation values to R6 are attainable....

Durable sweepers dominate dust & dirt. (This Month's Top Of The News).
May 1, 2003... Easy to use and built to last, 6600/6650 Power Sweepers provide efficient sweeping, indoors or out. Dual side skirts trap dust and dirt while an available side brush cleans on top of curbs and other hard-to-reach areas. Tennant,...

Create vacuum without pumps in OEM products. (This Month's Top Of The News).
May 1, 2003... Vacuum cartridge inserts fit neatly in OEM products, eliminating the need for a pump. Ideal for mini end-of-arm tooling, blood or gas analysis machines, or vessel evacuation, inserts are interchangeable to match application requirements. ...

Industrial PCs claim lowest mean time to fix. (This Month's Top Of The News).
May 1, 2003... Line of industrial computers and flat panel monitors offers minimal "mean time to fix." Hinged door on panel-mount unit allows replacement of display and touchscreen in minutes. Other components are also easy to access and replace, if...

Instant Internet connectivity for process control systems. (This Month's Top Of The News).
May 1, 2003... With a secure web server, communications gateway, and data acquisition/monitor in one easy-to-use device, Remote Monitor Unit connects control systems to Ethernet-based networks. It fits easily into control systems for instant web connectivity,...

Convey powders & granules around tight corners. (This Month's Top Of The News).
May 1, 2003... Aero mechanical conveyors can turn a series of tight corners with no loss in throughput. Efficient and cost-effective, custom systems provide dust-free operation and move up to 20 metric tons/hr to heights of up to 25 m, at any angle. ...

Fastener testers: tension, shear, proof & torsional testing.
May 1, 2003... LX, DX, and 55MT Series fastener testers perform a variety of tests on bolts, studs, screws, nuts, and rivets used in aerospace, automotive, heavy equipment, and marine markets. LX models have universal testing load frames in capacities from...

Nitrogen gas springs.
May 1, 2003... [FREE LITERATURE] Brochure details CS Series controllable nitrogen gas springs. They control the return of the pad to achieve part quality and to simplify and improve part transfer. Hyson Products, Brecksville, OH (800) 876-4976 184 or...

Automation safety system: controls safety switches, light curtains, etc.
May 1, 2003... PNOZmulti modular safety system combines application flexibility with simple operation. Its software program allows configuration of 4 to 14 safety functions including switch mats, safety doors, and light curtains. Pilz Automation Safety...

Pneumatic Gun Vac Kit: creates high vacuum.
May 1, 2003... Pneumatic Gun Vac XL Kit, uses compressed air to create high vacuum. It features twice the average suction of an electric shop vacuum. High filtration bag captures materials as fine as talc and flour. Tapered nozzle accepts standard 1-in....

Gasket Cutting Kits: in new metric sizes.
May 1, 2003... Cut gaskets almost instantly with these Gasket Cutter Kits, now available in new metric sizes. The kits eliminate costly downtime waiting for pre-cut gaskets. Extension gasket cutters cut from 8 to 61 in.; dual cutting hollow punch tools cut...

Hydraulic circuit design: software serves engineers & instructors.
May 1, 2003... Software for hydraulic circuit design, simulation, and project documentation also assists with related fields of pneumatics, electrical controls, PLC and automation controls, etc. Called Automation Studio V4.0, the software lets users simply...

Enhance your welding skills! (NED's Tips For Improving Yourself).
May 1, 2003... Practical guide presents insights, ideas, and tips for solving real-world fabrication problems. Written for welders who know the basics and now want to put their skills to better use, this book is one of only a handful of truly "must have"...

Fostering new ideas. (NED's Tips For Improving Yourself).
May 1, 2003... Insightful and inspiring book offers tools, resources, cases, and concepts that will guide readers through the maze of organizational change jargon. It shows managers how to harness the best to achieve the greatest value. AMACOM (800)...

Web builders. (NED's Tips For Improving Yourself).
May 1, 2003... Integrated Web Design is unique among books dealing with the technology and art of creating web sites in that it provides solutions that encourage balancing technical skill with aesthetic instinct. New Riders Publishing (800) 428-5331 198...

CNC programming. (NED's Tips For Improving Yourself).
May 1, 2003... Authoritative reference covers almost every possible subject a typical CNC programmer may encounter on a daily basis. It is equally applicable to both CNC milling and CNC turning tasks. Industrial Press Inc. (212) 889-6330 199 or...

Inventory management. (NED's Tips For Improving Yourself).
May 1, 2003... Written to help inventory professionals do their jobs better, this timely guide discusses key topics--from costs and accounting considerations, to physical control and layout, to problem identification and resolution. AMACOM, (800)...

Hydraulic data. (NED's Tips For Improving Yourself).
May 1, 2003... This hydraulic data manual assists engineers by presenting comprehensive data on steam, liquids, friction, and electricity, plus covers hydraulic principles and pipe flanges and fittings. Flowserve Corp. (937) 890-5311 201 or...

Low-VOC coatings: control corrosion in tanks, on floors, etc.
May 1, 2003... ControlTech coatings are engineered for use on concrete or steel tanks, floors, drains, clarifiers, sumps and slabs, and specialized equipment in a broad range of industries. Product line includes thin and medium-film systems; laminates,...

Motorized tray storage system.
May 1, 2003... [FREE LITERATURE] Motorized tray storage carousel lets you organize products efficiently. The UL-listed system is security protected--a PIN number is required for operation. J&D Associates, Middletown, PA (800) 444-4532 213 or...

Thermal cutoffs: superior capacity, small package.
May 1, 2003... G6 and G8 Series Microtemp thermal cutoffs (TCOs) are respectively certified for applications up to 16 and 25 amp, 250 v ac, yet their package is no larger than typical 10-amp TCOs. The "one-shot" TCOs are reportedly more economical than...

Self-propelled scissors lift: maneuvers & positions 1,000-lb loads.
May 1, 2003... Serf-propelled scissors lift eliminates the need for pushing, pulling, or maneuvering, which may cause overexertion or possible injuries. The PartsCaddy Work Positioner 1000 can maneuver and position loads up to 1,000 lb, and has variable-speed...

Hazardous-area luminaire: long-life induction lamps available.
May 1, 2003... CPMV Series ChampPak luminaire is esigned specifically for locations classified as hazardous and has a low-profile for wall-mounting in minimal space. Available induction lamps offer a 15-yr average life span under continuous operation. Many...

Non-spill couplings: quick-disconnect, high flow, low pressure.
May 1, 2003... An alternative to costly metal couplings designed for high-pressure hydraulics, lightweight, corrosion-resistant NSH Series quick-disconnect non-spill couplings provide a corrosion-resistant all-plastic flow path for high-flow, low-pressure...

Electrician's backpack: holds tool, instruments, apparel.
May 1, 2003... Convenient backpack is designed specifically to hold electricians' flash protection tools and equipment. Unlike hard-sided cases, it easily conforms to fit in smaller storage lockers. Features include a top pouch sized to fit insulating gloves....

Label holders for modular racks/workstations. (Send For Your Free Samples).
May 1, 2003... AngleVision combines a heavy-duty clear plastic insertable label holder with a flexible "C" channel snap that retrofits the 1.00 to 1.12-in. diam tubing used by major workstation manufacturers. Top-loading design handles a 2 x 4-in. label. ...

Automotive Fender Flare Trim. (Send For Your Free Samples).
May 1, 2003... New Fender Flare Trim is an ozone-resistant EPDM rubber that mounds between the flare and the body of the vehicle. Using 3M grade tape creates a solid bond between both surfaces. Trim-Lok, Inc., Buena Park, CA (714) 562-0500 223 or...

Lightweight Urethane Hose resists abrasion. (Send For Your Free Samples).
May 1, 2003... UFD.020 Urethane Hose is reinforced with a wire helix and provides twice the abrasion resistance of a 2-ply neoprene hose with half the weight. Highly flexible and compressible (4:1) hose operates over a -65 to 200[degree]F range. It comes in 2...

Reusable corrugated plastic boxes. (Send For Your Free Samples).
May 1, 2003... Techno-Box reusable corrugated plastic boxes are non-particulating, can be sterilized by gamma radiation, and can be used in temperatures from -10 to 140[degree]F. They set up without glue or tape, knock flat for easy storage, and can be...

Snap Rivets available in many sizes. (Send For Your Free Samples).
May 1, 2003... Line of Snap Rivets includes several new sizes for 1/4-in. diam holes covering panel thicknesses from 0.070 to 0.390 in. Two-piece molded fastener's rivet is placed in the hole and the smooth, oversized head is pressed until the legs expand and...

Plug & cap combine into one unit. (Send For Your Free Samples).
May 1, 2003... Vinyl PnC Series plug and cap serves as both a plug and a cap to stay with the OEM part or component throughout various manufacturing stages. The standard yellow, "plug-n-cap" withstands temperatures of 325 to 500[degree]F. Niagara Caps &...

Current sensor features molded case. (Send For Your Free Samples).
May 1, 2003... RL-7100 Series current sensors are designed with a molded case and are PC mountable. They have four standard values in one size case, and ratios are 1,000:1 with four sensing currents up to 200 amp. For use in switch gear/switch board and load...

Foam grips lessen hand fatigue. (Send For Your Free Samples).
May 1, 2003... Soffoam grips are extruded from high-density, closed-cell NPVC, EPDM, or DPE foams in diameters up to 2.5 in. The extruded tube can be further processed into a variety of sizes and styles from a smooth finish to a sculptured form. Users may...

Extruded corrugated FEP or PFA tubing. (Send For Your Free Samples).
May 1, 2003... Corrugated tubing can be extruded from FEP and PFA in standard and custom formulations and sizes from 1/4 to 2-in. ID in lengths up to 12 ft with plain or cuffed ends. Tubing is unaffected by most chemicals, acids, solvents, and fuels. ...

Silicone on one side--acrylic on the other! (Send For Your Free Samples).
May 1, 2003... Double-coated 3281A Adhesive Tape features a silicone pressure-sensitive adhesive on the air side of a 0.5-mil clear polyester film carrier and an acrylic PSA on the liner side. Tyco Adhesives, Norwood, MA (800) 248-7659 231 or...

Flexible high-purity hose: made of FDA-sanctioned materials.
May 1, 2003... Extremely flexible butyl rubber hose is designed for applications where purity is a critical concern. With its smooth, odorless, white chlorobutyl rubber core, Type APBWF hose is suitable for potable water, oily and fatty foods, beverages,...

Hand-held oiler: light reservoir, low-effort pump.
May 1, 2003... Model 418 hand-held oiler is redesigned with a rugged polymer reservoir. Lighter and easier to transport than metal, its molded body and flat hose port eliminate leaks where the hose connects. Fastener-free twist-lock mechanism secures drip pan...

Aluminum hydraulic cylinders: single/double acting, 20 to 150 tons.
May 1, 2003... High-force cylinders with lifting capacities to 150 tons and and stroke lengths to 10 in. provide the strength of steel with the advantages of aluminum. Light weight ensures easy transport and positioning, and boosts power-to-weight ratio so...

Plastic-belt incline conveyor: beveled edges keep parts from jamming.
May 1, 2003... Z-Rex Series incline conveyors feature a plastic belt with beveled vertical flights at both edges that safely guide small parts, effectively funneling them into tote boxes, hoppers, etc. Designed for "waterfall" style parts transfer...

Powered pallet positioners: extra control for non-uniform loads.
May 1, 2003... PalletPal load levelers, in 110-v electrohydraulic and shop-air powered models, allow operators to position pallet loads precisely for comfortable working height. They perform well with non-uniform loads and thus are ideal for manual...

Laser Measurement Instruments.
May 1, 2003... [FREE LITERATURE] 2003 Laser Measurement Instruments Catalog lists photodiode, thermal, pyroelectric, repetitive pulse, and OEM measurement heads. A tutorial on "Laser Power and Energy Measurement" is included. Ophir Optronics, Inc.,...

Drum warmer: heats 55-gal container to 250[degrees]F.
May 1, 2003... Sahara Hot Can can heat a 55-gal drum up to 250[degrees]F. It offers heavy-duty, all-steel construction and features a thermostatic controller. Benko Products Inc., Sheffield Village, OH (440) 934-2180 246 or www.nedinfo.com ...

Solid-film lubricants: air-dry for field use.
May 1, 2003... Offering performance that is similar to thermally cured lubricants, the E/M line of air-dry, solid-film lubricants can be field-applied to a wide range of substrates. Compared to thermally cured varieties, they also claim lower coefficient of...

Rack Back-panels: prevent spills & injury.
May 1, 2003... Rack Back panels bolt directly to pallet racks, creating a sturdy barrier that protects both inventory and personnel. Durable, all-welded panels install easily with flush or offset mounting brackets. End panels, gates, and "above the top"...

Cleaner/adhesive remover: safe, cleans surfaces in seconds.
May 1, 2003... Industrial formula cleaner/ adhesive remover quickly dissolves sticky substances and cleans equipment without damaging surfaces. In addition to adhesives, it removes tar, grease, inks, and more from metals, plastics, rubber rollers, conveyor...

Rotary blowers. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Catalog details rotary positive displacement blowers, custom blower packages, and vacuum boosters. Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems (417) 865-8715 253 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Cylinders & actuators. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Catalog NPB-303 includes stainless steel cylinders in 3/4 and 1 1/16-in, bore sizes and three new rotary actuator options. Bimba Mfg. Co. (708) 534-8544 254 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Material handling. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Cans, lift tables, conveyors, lockers, warehouse racks, dock equipment, chemical storage cabinets, and more are detailed in catalog. Lab Safety Supply Inc. (800) 356-0783 255 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Safety products. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Master catalog showcases more than 12,000 safety items from protective eyewear to facility safety equipment. Safety Today, Inc. (800) 837-5900 256 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Nitrogen gas springs. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Brochure outlines features of the T2L and T2LS series of low-profile nitrogen gas springs. Specifications, dimensions, mounting options, and force charts are included. Hyson Products (800) 876-4976 257 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Electrical wiring devices. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Devices for industrial and OEM applications in catalog include interconnects and weather resistant units. Marinco Industrial Group (800) 307-6702 258 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

LCDs & LCD modules. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE LCD devices for OEMs is the focus of this CD-ROM, showing standard and custom LCD and LCD modules with high performance, quality, and reliability. Ocular (877) 523-3678 259 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Material handling/storage. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Products shown in catalog include drum handling and storage equipment, racks, hand trucks, self-dumping hoppers, cylinder storage, and the like. Modern Equipment Co. (800) 228-7334 260 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

High-temp materials. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Handbook for electrical, structural, and industrial applications includes ceramics, refractories, and insulation. Cotronics Corp. (718) 646-7996 261 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Valves & accessories. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Catalog contains rotary valves, sleeve valves, flow ratings, manifolds, solenoids, stack valves, stainless steel valves, subplates, and more. AAA Products International (214) 357-3851 262 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Compounds & lubricants. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE High-performance compounds, greases, and lubricants are covered in printed catalog or on CD-ROM. Jet-Lube, Inc. (800) 538-5823 263 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

In-stock optics. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE 2003 Stock Parts List includes over 1,000 sapphire parts and 1,500 others of CA[F.sub.2], fused and crystalline quartz, germanium, silicon, and laser glasses. Meller Optics, Inc. (800) 821-0180 264 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Polyethylene hoses. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Hoses for many specialized applications are included, such as crushproof hoses for vacuum environments, along with assemblies. United Electric Co. (800) 334-6878 265 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Conveyor belting. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Brochure features belt specification charts with performance characteristics such as surface textures. Sparks Belting Co. (800) 451-4537 266 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Safety products. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Safety products shown in catalog include light curtains, relays, interlocks and switches, sensors, and emergency stop pushbuttons. Omron Electronics LLC (847) 843-7900 267 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Metric Drive Components. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Handbook of Metric Drive Components (Catalog D785) includes over 31,942 off-the-shelf standardized metric commercial and precision quality components in 16 product sections, each with its own photographic and descriptive index. Product...

Soldering tools. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Booklet features a cost-effective electroformed nickel squeegee and a Mikros microdot application pen for SMT adhesives for reduced waste. Other tools include manual or pneumatic dispensers for solder paste, flux, and adhesives. EFD...

Measurement & Control. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Volume III continues the Measurement & Control series. Along with the company's set of handbooks and encyclopedia, it is designed to provide instant access to the technical information needed to meet measurement and control requirements....

Track wheels. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Color photographs abound in this easy-to-read brochure targeted for design engineers and buyers alike. Detailed charts provide dimensions and specifications on a comprehensive selection of flanged and V-grooved wheels and casters. ...

Industrial containers. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Catalog 2M offers more than 4,000 industrial packaging products, and includes sections on drum handling equipment, drum and pail accessories, containers, container components, shipping supplies, and more. BASCO (800) 776-3786 275 ...

Conduit applications. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Application guide for liquid-tight flexible electrical conduit lets users match products to requirements such as flexibility, strength, fire hazard, direct burial, self-extinguishing, and industry approvals. Electri-Flex Co. (630)...

Magnetic equipment. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE CD-ROM contains pdf versions of all IMI literature, catalogs, and technical information sheets for each specialized product group and links to the website and the order online site, along with contact information, and free Acrobat Reader....

Structural pipe fittings. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Kee Klamp Fitting Manual provides sizes, specifications, photos, schematic drawings, and application guidelines for more than 70 styles of fittings. It also covers building code-compliant railings. Kee Industrial Products, Inc. (800)...

Polymer bearings. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Catalog D100 explains how to select, specify, and apply Nyliner bearings for optimum system performance by walking the specifier through basic design considerations and a design worksheet. Danaher Motion (800) 554-8466 279 ...

Industrial casters. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Catalog provides specifications and loads for hundreds of specialized casters for many applications such as chairs and furniture, apparatus, inflight trolleys, hospital beds, pallet wheels, and others. Tente Casters, Inc. (800)...

Precision instruments. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Full-color catalog features line of precision instruments, including tachometers; sensors and stroboscopes; panel tachometers; ratemeters; totalizers; vibration meters; and optical, laser, infrared, proximity, and magnetic sensors. ...

Air filtration. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Comprehensive catalog in binder and CD-ROM formats offers product and technical information for comfort air, clean processes, and safety and protection product lines. The CD includes technical bulletins on timely air filtration topics. ...

Timers & controls. (Keeping current: free catalogs & CDs).
May 1, 2003... FREE Catalog AC1008 features the most popular in-stock timers and controls: time delay relays, encapsulated timing modules, universal timers, alternating relays, three-phase voltage monitors, current sensors, liquid level controls, and more....