Product Design & Development articles from May 2008

Product Design & Development archives from May 2008

Cut time, increase motion control reliability.(FIRST LOOK)
May 1, 2008... New from Trust Automation is their board level 2 and 4-axis motion controller cards with dual processors. The TA602-D01 and D02 board level controllers can be used with brushed, brushless and stepper motor drives to optimize the performance and...

Expanding light functionality.(FIRST LOOK)
May 1, 2008... Articulux[TM] thin film lighting platform from iLEDco[TM] offers designers greater flexibility in terms of size, shape, LED color, placement and density flexibility with single or multi-circuit designs. Articulux [TM] Light Panels also feature...

Space saver.(FIRST LOOK)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Nanomotion introduces their EDGE motor, one of the smallest ceramic servo motors for the industrial product design market. Features include: * 30 grams of thrust with a maximum operating velocity of 150 mm/sec....

High-amplitude MEMS accelerometer.(FIRST LOOK)
May 1, 2008... PCB Piezotronics has unveiled their miniature MEMS High Amplitude 20,000 g Shock Accelerometers for aerospace or extreme test and measurement applications. The Series 3991 and 3993 are available in both single and tri-axial configurations for...

Higher functionality with lower power requirements.(FIRST LOOK)
May 1, 2008... Applied Data Systems, a subsidiary of the Eurotech Group, recently unveiled their Catalyst Module, the company's latest computer Oil module product for low-power, high-performance applications. According to the company, it combines Applied...

Greater speed, input board flexibility.(FIRST LOOK)
May 1, 2008... New from United Electronic Industries is their Guardian Series[TM] DNx-DIO-448 high-density, 48-bit digital input board for use with the company's Cube and RACKtangle[TM] I/O chassis series, which can read all bits at rates in excess of 1...

Defining difficult.(At Issue)
May 1, 2008... I write this column upon the conclusion of a wonderful weekend with my two daughters. As to be expected, there were plenty of those overly dramatic moments characteristic of 2 and 4-year-olds to accompany numerous smiles and laughter. ...

Uniform locking pressure.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... According to Zero-Max, the new ETP-Octopus[TM] hydraulic shaft locking bushings provide uniform and repeatable locking pressure. The bushings can be set up for fast and frequent locking/ unlocking of linear slides or similar motion devices at...

High-bandwidth, low-latency interface.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... National Instruments has announced the industry's first VXI-MXI-Express controller using cabled PCI Express technology to deliver a high-bandwidth, low-latency VXI interface. With the NI VXI-8360T VXI-MXI-Express remote controller, engineers...

Spring-set brakes for compact spaces.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... Baldor Electric now produces 3-phase Short Series brake motors with an integral Dodge spring-set brake for a compact design. The DC brake is magnetically released with a built-in single-phase rectifier and has a manual release lever. Brake...

Effective handling.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... HEIDENHAIN introduces the new MANUALplus 620 contouring control for CNC and cvcle lathes. With tiffs new control and its increased functions, now both cycle and CNC lathes can effectively be handled. According to the company, new product...

Constant torque over many speeds.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] WEG Electric Motors Corp. has developed a new control regimen for standard totally enclosed fan-cooled (TEFC)induction motors. Called OptimalFlux[TM] technology, the new regimen can be used in driving loads that...

High speeds without compromising accuracy.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... According to ACS Motion Control, their SPiiPlus 3U rack mounted system delivers smooth motion control at high speeds with accuracy. The advanced 2-, 4-, 6- or 8-axis motion controller features custonaized algoritlmas for precision and a wide...

Space-saving vertical pump.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Moyno[R] vertical pump is ideal for applications in which space is a premium, according to the company. With a compact vertical, close-coupled design, it can fit in confined areas and be flange-mounted to closed...

Easy, RoHS-compliant speed controller.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... New from ORIENTAL MOTOR is the RoHS-compliant speed controller, which enables speed control to be set by using a built-in digital display. The FE100/FE200 drives and controls a range of the company's 3-phase fractional horsepower AC induction...

Enhancements in performance & appearance.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Warner Electric, an Altra Industrial Motion company, has released their Gen 2 packaged electromagnetic clutch/brake modules. The company says advanced design, material and technologies allow the Gen 2 to feature...

Prelubricated for life.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... MRC[R]-brand Marathon[R] Series prelubricated mounted bearing units from SKF USA offer sustained maintenance benefits by eliminating the need for regreasing over their lifetime, according to the company. Additional features include: * USDA...

Added pulse & direction functionality.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... New from Performance Motion Devices (PMD) is the ION[R] 3000 digital drive--the second in PMD's family of network-connected motion control drives, designed with the company's Magellan[TM] motion control IC. The ION 3000 expands the capabilities...

Simplified coordination of multi-axis movements.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... maxon motors recently launched their EPOS2 (Easy-to-use POSitioning System) digital positioning controller, designed to control brush and brushless DC motors with encoders. Ideal for applications that require decentralized drive intelligence,...

3 times the lifespan.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... MISUMI USA offers new self-lubricating linear bushings in assorted styles with straight or mini-flanged versions available. The bushings carry 3 times the rated lifespan of conventional bushings, according to the company. MISUMI says the...

Enabling of system expansion.(New Products: Motion Control)
May 1, 2008... Danfoss Drives' VLT[R] Series variable-frequency drives are now available with power through 1,350 HP in 460 and 690 VAC. The F1 flame models deliver power up to 1,050 HP in an 86.8" by 55.1" by 23.9" footprint, while the F2 frames deliver up...

Driving motion control: going inside E-Z-GO's latest RXV golf car design offers a look at enhanced motion control and energy efficient technologies.(MOTION CONTROL: Engineering Answers)
May 1, 2008... In this era of longer work weeks and higher stress levels, people take their leisure activities much more seriously. And just as they place high demands on themselves, they maintain these expectations for the products which help them escape...

Dissolvable spacers for consistent spacing.(NEW PRODUCTS: Fastening, Adhesives & Assembly)
May 1, 2008... Multi-Seals introduces their Wash-Away[TM] dissolvable spacers, designed to provide consistent spacing between PCBs and PCB components. The organic polymer spacers locate PCB components during soldering operations. After soldering, Wash-Aways...

Flexibility with magnet strips.(NEW PRODUCTS: Fastening, Adhesives & Assembly)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Adams Magnetic Products has added EDGEMAG[TM] and MATCHMAG[TM] magnetic strips to their new line of MAG-branded flexible magnetic products. EDGEMAG holds side-to-side as well as front-to-back, while MATCHMAG matched...

Forming protective barriers.(NEW PRODUCTS: Fastening, Adhesives & Assembly)
May 1, 2008... Scapa North America now offers Thermofilm[R] H192U and H193U, 2 nitrile phenolic thermosetting transfer adhesives designed to bond and form protective barriers against corrosion. Thermofilm[R] H192U and H193U both activate and cure with...

Adjusting mating hole misalignment.(NEW PRODUCTS: Fastening, Adhesives & Assembly)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A new family of PEM[R] floating self-clinching fasteners has been introduced by PennEngineering for permanent installation into thin stainless steel sheets. The fasteners can be specified either with non-locking or...

Guide, protect & extend.(NEW PRODUCTS: Fastening, Adhesives & Assembly)
May 1, 2008... New from igus is the Triflex[R] RS, a modular cable carrier designed to guide, protect and extend the service life of cables and hoses on robotic applications. The Triflex RS system is a compact, pre-engineered unit that can be attached to...

Leds.(SpecCheck/LEDs)
May 1, 2008... SpecCheck/LEDs [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SUPERIOR SIGNALS OSRAM OPTO SEMICONDUCTORS Meteorlite[R] X Series 6 Advanced fine binning ...

Opening the lines: industry experts believe M2M communications may be trending toward open communication protocol standards.(MACHINE-TO-MACHINE COMMUNICATIONS: Trend Feature)
May 1, 2008... Not that there is no room--or need--for task-specific solutions in the M2M space, but while wireless demand continues to mount, so too do the opportunities and need to leverage shared information and global resources to stay competitive. While...

Heavy-duty latches.(New Products: Fastening, Adhesives & Assembly)
May 1, 2008... Protex Fasteners has launched their heavy-duty adjustable latch with up to a 14,000-lb. load rating. According to the company, other highlights include: * A length from 300 to 350 mm. * An 80-mm width. * A 38-mm height. *...

Room temperature-curing epoxy.(New Products: Fastening, Adhesives & Assembly)
May 1, 2008... Cotronics Corp. introduces Duralco[TM] 4463, a low-expansion 500[degrees]F room temperature-curing epoxy. According to the company, the epoxy boasts of: * A resistance to electricity, chemicals and moisture. * Dimensional stability....

Fixed & floating barrel nuts.(New Products: Fastening, Adhesives & Assembly)
May 1, 2008... SPS Technologies now offers a selection of fixed and floating barrel nuts. According to the company, additional features include: * Availability in sizes from 0.19" to 1.50". * A composition made from alloy steel, A286, alloy 718 and...

Low pin-count options.(New Products: Electronic Components)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Microchip Technology has announced 30 new 28- and 44-pin 16-bit devices for embedded system designers. The 30 new devices--10 PIC24H 40 MIPS 16-bit microcontrollers, 10 dsPIC33 general-purpose DSCs, and 10 dsPIC33...

Antennae suitable for remote locations.(New Products: Electronic Components)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Astron Wireless Technologies is replacing the standard whip antenna on wireless telephone terminals (wireless local loop) or data devices with a 3-dBi omni-directional dipole antenna. The PCD800V allows users to...

Electronics components & trends.
May 1, 2008... With the ever-increasing popularity and complexity of electronic entertainment media, such as gaming systems and high-definition televisions, in addition to information technology products like GPS navigation systems, it is difficult to try to...

Instant hot H2O.(ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... The Otter flow-through heater (FTH) can provide an instant stream of hot water without storing water in a boiler or heat in a thermal block. There is no waiting time, according to the company, because the low-mass, high-power density...

For use in larger machines & systems.(ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The new EX-RC1 remote I/O adapter by Unitronics allows multiple adapters to connect to a single PLC with up to 8 standard expansion modules to each adapter via CANbus. By expanding distributed control capabilities...

High-current & high-density matrices.(ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pickering Interfaces has expanded their range of LXI-compliant products with the introduction of 2 new matrix solutions, the 60600 and the 60-552. The 60-600 is a high-current capacity 256-relay crosspoint matrix...

Push- & pull-capable actuators.(ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Lamb Industries recently released PP1 and PP2 Series switches with push- and pull-capable actuators. According company, product highlights include: The ability to be specified for the ON2-ON1-(ON2) crossover...

Delivery of DC outputs up To 130 VDC.(ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... Absopulse Electronics' BAP 236R-EH Series is a, plug-in DC/DC converter designed for harsh environments. The 200-W unit utilizes field-proven topology to deliver any DC output up to 130 VDC. Additional product specifications include: *...

A variety of shapes, patterns & pin spacing.(ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Advanced Interconnections Corp. now offers their Peel-A-Way[R] removable terminal carriers in nonlinear configurations. The RoHS-compliant polyimide film carriers are now available in a wider variety of shapes,...

Class 1, division 2 approval for industrial ethernet.(ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... Weidmuller has unveiled a new series of Class 1, Division 2-approved unmanaged industrial Ethernet switches and media converters. These new WAVELine Series products come in compact housings that provide an increased level of design and...

Evaluation of transmissions.(ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Molex Inc. offers the ability to transfer more than 15 Gbps of NRZ signal transmissions over a 1-M channel. The Molex Impact[TM] reference backplane, along with AvagoTechnologies' 65-nm embedded SerDes over-combined...

Transient & ground-loop protection.(ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The new optically isolated C4-104.485+1 4-port PC/104 serial adapter from Sealevel Systems includes 1,500-VDC port-to-port isolation, and protects systems from ground loops and voltage transients that are common in...

Extended power factor correction.(ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... EPCOS has extended the availability of their B44066S*J230/N230 Series capacitor contactors by adding a 100-KVAR contactor for power-factor correction (PFC) systems with or without reactors. This increases the amount of available power stages to...

Co-located antenna-to-antenna isolation.(ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] LairdTechnologies recently released a new 90[degrees] dual-slant 45 WiMax base station antenna. The 2.5-GHz 90[degrees] dual-slant 45 antenna features: * Full compliance with ETSI EN 301.525 CS pattern...

Sn/Pb thin-film resistors.(ELECTRONICS COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... New from TT electronics BITechnologies is the Sn/Pb version of their thin-film resistor networks, which consist of S Series products like isolated, bussed and voltage divider circuits. The networks also include NQSxx, 66x, 688 and 69x models in...

Time-to-market tips.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... Q: How do you work to improve time-to-market for design engineers? What has worked best in improving time-to-market in your experience? A: The obvious answer for Digi-Key is our extremely high percentage of in-stock ready-to-ship inventory;...

For high-pressure applications.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The KEYENCE PX Series photoelectric sensor incorporates sensor heads that carry an IP69K environmental rating. The sensors can be subjected to 1,400-PSI applications at temperatures up to 176[degrees]F, according to...

Advanced modular power platform: the VI BRICK[TM].(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Brick Business Unit of Vicor Corp. introduces an advanced modular power platform, the VI BRICK[TM]. The VI BRICK takes on the technical attributes of VI Chip[TM] technology, and comes with packaging that...

Easy-to-install temperature sensors.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... Athena Controls now offers bolt-on temperature sensors for industrial and commercial temperature-sensing applications. Designed for quick and easy installation, the sensors are available in a wide temperature range and can be mounted on...

No power management.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... Phihong introduces a 36-W/port midspan that is capable of simple network management protocol (SNMP). Designated the POE576U, the 8- or 16-port midspan provides 576 W of power for 10/100/1000 Base-T without requiring power management, according...

EMI filter arrays with ESD protection.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] OnChip Devices recently unveiled a family of EMI filter arrays with on-board ESD protection in various TDFN and uDFN packages. Specifically designed for high-speed data interfaces, the EMF110x family comes in 4-, 6-...

Surge-protective devices.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SolaHD introduces their STV 200/400K Series of surge-protective devices. With surge current capacity from 200 to 400 kA per phase, the new devices are designed for continuous protection from damaging high-impulse...

Displays with integrated touchscreens.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... Planar Systems has announced the new LX Mariner Series. The Planar LX0801PTI (8"), LX1201PTI (12") and LX1501PTI (15") integrate touchscreen technology to enable users to better interact with screen data for improved functionality. According to...

Space-saving snap-action switches.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] C&K Components has developed the ZMS Series of sealed subminiature snap-action switches. These single-pole, double-throw snap-action switches are available with a variety of actuators and terminal styles, including...

Factory calibration data for pressure & temperature.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Servoflo has announced a new version of the MS5536 pressure sensor by Intersema. The MS553660, for relative pressures of 0 to 60 MBAR, offers a signal resolution of 0.05 MBAR (0.5 mm H20 or 5 Pascals). According to...

Wireless interface for encoders.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BEI Industrial Encoders' Swiftcomm is a new wireless interface for encoders. SwiftComm provides a robust wireless signal in real time over a secure network, according to the company. New product highlights include:...

COTS air-cooled card protection.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... Carlo Gavazzi Computing Solutions presents their 715 Series of recirculating air-cooled ATR enclosures. Engineered for protection of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) cards deployed in caustic environments, the 715 Series is designed to...

Don't panic! emergency-stop switches.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... According to EAO, their range of emergency-stop switches can be relied on in panic situations. One push of the actuator instantly releases normally closed contacts, immediately terminating power. The switches are re-activated either by hand...

Everything in a module enclosure.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS)
May 1, 2008... VIP SENSORS introduces the Model 6006, a 3-channel IEPE interface module with a fully digital communication interface. All electronics for analog signal conditioning, analog-to-digital conversion, digital signal processing, and RS485 network...

Making it real.(ELECTRONICS: COMPONENTS & TRENDS: What's Inside)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] When Dr. Mark Ombrellaro began developing the technology that would eventually fuel his TN Games products, the ability to portray warfare and racing were far from his focus. Rather, in dealing with a Texas geography...

Flexibility in fluid power design & simulation.(New Product)
May 1, 2008... Automation Studio[TM] Version 5.6, produced by Famic Technologies, is a flexible design and simulation software solution that enables engineers to diagnose, troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical control systems. Designed...

An easier way to calculate & document equations.(New Product)
May 1, 2008... Maplesoft[TM], an engineering, science and mathematics software tool provider, has announced the availability of Maple 12, their newest rich calculation management, documentation and visualization tool. Some functionalities include controller...

New capabilities for electromagnetic device design.(New Product)
May 1, 2008... Ansoft Corp. recently released Maxwell[R] 12 and RMxprt[TM] v12. Maxwell electromagnetic field simulation software is used for the design and analysis of 2- and 3-D structures, such as motors, actuators, transformers, and other electric and...

Simplified 3-D printing.(New Product)
May 1, 2008... ZCorp. has unveiled their Zedit Pro software, which prepares 3-D data files for easier, full-color 3-D printing. Expanded capabilities include: verification that geometric data is 3-D printable, greater color applications, enhanced texture...

Solenoid valves.(SpecCheck/SOLENOID VALVES)
May 1, 2008... SpecCheck/SOLENOID VALVES ASCO VALVE NORGREN LTD. The RedHat Next The KIP Series 6 solenoid Generation line of valve offers a virtually ...

Aligned I/O for easy integration.(New Products: Computer Hardware)
May 1, 2008... VIA Technologies has announced the availability of their VIA NAS 7800 board, specifically designed to meet the needs of thin-server and NAS segment system builders. The company says the VIA NAS 7800 board boasts of: * Up to 8 SATA II ports...

Connectivity with various peripherals.(New Product)
May 1, 2008... The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduces the IPPC-6152A 15" XGA TFT LCD industrial-panel PC with a 2-GHz Intel Pentium M processor. According to company, additional features include: * A front-accessible USB design. * A...

Lightweight design solutions thanks to multi-material components.(New Products: Materials, Coatings & Finishes)
May 1, 2008... The lightweight construction philosophy is based on the principle of making the best possible use of a material. Many applications demand low-cost solutions that save as much weight as possible, while fulfilling identical or even greater...

Precision coating & dispensing.(New Products: Materials, Coatings & Finishes)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Specialty Coating Systems (SCS) offers their precise coating and dispensing system, the SCS Precisioncoat RTV. The system, designed to apply room-temperature vulcanization (RTV) materials, is controlled by...

High glass transition temperatures.(New Products: Materials, Coatings & Finishes)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Master Bond has developed the EPB4CA heat-resistant epoxy resin for use in composite structures, and in potting and casting applications. When used with select hardeners, EP34CA produces a low-viscosity system that's...

Corrosion- & rust-preventive powder.(New Products: Materials, Coatings & Finishes)
May 1, 2008... The CPT 500 corrosion-proof, water-soluble powder from SEI Chemical contains vapor-corrosion inhibitors, and provides long-term (up to 7 years) wet or dry corrosion protection. Suitable for ferrous and non-ferrous metals, it can be used as an...

Explosion & blast pressure sensors.(New Products: Testing & Measurement)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Series 137A Quartz ICP[R] blast pressure pencil probes from the Aerospace & Defense Division of PCB Piezotronics are designed for a range of explosion, blast and shock-wave testing. According to the company, these...

Your choice of vibration analysis.(New Products: Testing & Measurement)
May 1, 2008... IOtech has added 2 new products to their data acquisition system solutions. The IOtech 640e and 650e Series DSAs both include a typical total harmonic distortion of-100 dB, 24-bit ADC per channel analog inputs and 8-bit digital I/O ports. Any...

Frequency stabilities Of [+ or -] 50 PPM.(New Products: Testing & Measurement)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ecliptek now offers the EMO[TM] product family of programmable oscillators. These oscillators are characterized by: * 12 different product series. * 4 available packages, including 5 by 7 mm, 5 by 3.2 mm, 2.5...

1 percent reading accuracy.(New Products: Testing & Measurement)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] According to Fluid Components International (FCI), with a precise thermal mass flow sensor, a construction without moving parts and a space-saving design, their ST75V hydrogen flowmeter provides accurate gas-flow...

Extended linear flow range.(New Products: Testing & Measurement)
May 1, 2008... COX Instruments introduces the COX 4080 flowmeter interface. The integral flow computer provides flow compensation to enhance flowmeter accuracy, while extending the linear flow range, according to the company. The unit operates under extreme...

Many different count modes.(New Products: Testing & Measurement)
May 1, 2008... LSI Computer Systems has announced the LS7366 CMOS high-speed up/down counter with SPI interface for peripheral communication. According to the company, the counter grants: * Various functional modes that are configured with 2 read/write...

Support of wet & dry contacts.(New Products: Testing & Measurement)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The 48-bit USB-4751 and 24-bit USB-4751L from OMEGA Engineering are efficient digital I/O modules for the USB bus that support both wet or dry contacts as inputs. The 48/24 bits are divided into 6/3 8-bit I/O ports...

Outstanding SolidWorks sales & service.(Distributor Data)
May 1, 2008... Symmetry Solutions recently received several awards from SolidWorks Corp. for outstanding sales and service. The company became 1 of 3 top value-added resellers in North America to be awarded a membership into the SolidWorks Elite 190 Club by...

Broadest range of standard off-the-shelf antennae.(Distributor Data)
May 1, 2008... Antenova Ltd. has announced the availability of their gigaNOVA range of high-performing WiMAX antennae for embedded mobile device applications through SemiconductorStore. com, a design-oriented e-commerce site that helps designers research and...

More efficient materials procurement.(Distributor Data)
May 1, 2008... 1-Source Electronic Components' Raw Materials Division has expanded the P-Squared Program to improve their clients' direct and indirect materials procurement. According to the company, by using l-Source's Trading Center, businesses can realize...

Secure contact for reliable data transmission.(Distributor Data)
May 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Electronic component distributor Mouser Electronics now stocks a variety of C700 Smart Card connectors from Amphenol-Tuchel Electronics, a division of Amphenol Corp. Smart Card Connectors are integral components of a...