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Laser System Sensors
September 1, 2009 11:53 am | Product Releases | CommentsSICK (Minneapolis, MN) announces the LMS100 and LMS111 series of non-safety rated laser measurement system sensors. The LMS111 system is a non-contact sensor specifically designed for outdoor anti-collision environments, while the LMS100 is designed for indoor profiling.
Powder-Coated and Impact-Resistant
September 1, 2009 11:52 am | Product Releases | CommentsMartin Tool & Forge (Fort Worth, TX) has added powder coated handles to its line of broached crank handles. The black epoxy powder coating offers an improved appearance over a basic mill finish, and is impact, abrasion, and chemical resistant. The 11 stock sizes are available with square bores from 1/2 to 1”.
Versatile Shoe Pump
September 1, 2009 11:51 am | Product Releases | CommentsMegator (Pittsburgh, PA) introduces the Positive Displacement Sliding Shoe Pump, which is self-priming, and features exceptional suction performance and versatility. The pump can run dry without damage, but also pumps at constant capacity against carrying heads up to 250 feet (110 psi).
Mergers, Acquisitions & Free Cable
September 1, 2009 11:36 am | by by Luke Simpson, Associate Editor, Chem.Info | Blogs | CommentsAfter dinner on Friday night I found that our cable TV had been disconnected. When I called my cable provider to report the problem, I was told that they would send someone out on Sunday afternoon — would I prefer they came between 1 and 5 p.m. or between 3 and 5 p.
1,200-Worker Automotive Plant Closing In AL
September 1, 2009 9:56 am | News | CommentsHUNTSVILLE, Ala. (AP) — Continental Automotive Systems U.S. says it will close its automotive parts plant in Huntsville by Dec. 31 next year, laying off more than 1,000 workers. Monday's announcement comes a month after Continental warned that cutting costs in product development and manufacturing were necessary to save the company.
Get Trapped For Safety
September 1, 2009 8:46 am | Product Releases | CommentsCastell’s (Erlanger, KY) portfolio of trapped key interlocks and loading dock guarding systems has been added to Tapeswitch’s product lineup, now available in the U.S. The interlocks ensure personnel follow a predetermined sequence of tasks to control process risks by locking valves, actuators, switches, doors, or entire processes until the correct key is used.
Air-Powered Disc Sanders
September 1, 2009 8:46 am | Product Releases | CommentsDynabrade, Inc. (Clarence, NY) introduces a new series of air-powered vacuum disc sanders. The new tool is effective at removing coatings while capturing contaminants through the vacuum. The sanders are available in 2, 3, 5, and 7” diameters, and the vacuum shroud diverts dust and debris to the vacuum source.
Integrated Drive For Cavity Pumps
September 1, 2009 8:45 am | Product Releases | Commentsseepex (Enon, OH) has developed a new integrated drive for its popular line of metering and general transfer progressive cavity pumps. The new drive features a single reduction gear box and an inverter-rated 1/2 HP electric induction motor. Because external control enclosures are not required for high pressure or run-dry protection, installation is simple and quick.
Stay Away From The Ledge
September 1, 2009 8:44 am | Product Releases | CommentsGarlock Safety Systems (Plymouth, MN) has developed the LedgeGuard mezzanine safety gate system, which has two gates, one of which is always closed. The inside gate is closed when pallets are being handled by a forklift, prevented personnel from falling. When raised personnel open the inside gate to access the pallet, the opposite gate closes.
Raytheon To Assist With Taiwan Missle Defense
September 1, 2009 8:39 am | News | CommentsTEWKSBURY, Mass. (AP) — Defense contractor Raytheon Co. said Tuesday it has been awarded a contract worth $26.9 million to provide technical assistance to Taiwan's missile defense system. The award from the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command represents a modification to a technical assistance contract granted in 2008.
Kansas City Rejected In New Harley Plant Survey
September 1, 2009 8:34 am | News | CommentsKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Harley-Davidson Inc. says it will not build a second manufacturing plant in Kansas City. The Kansas City Star reports that the motorcycle manufacturer told city officials Monday that the city did not make the cut as Harley-Davidson looks to build a potential replacement for its plant in York, Pa.
GE To Expand SC Aviation Business, Hire 140
September 1, 2009 6:20 am | News | CommentsGREENVILLE, S.C. (AP) — General Electric Co.'s aviation business says it will expand operations in South Carolina and add 100 jobs by 2013. The state Department of Commerce announced Tuesday that GE Aviation will move from its 50,000 square-foot building in Greenville to a 150,000 square-foot site in the city.
Man Confirms Guilty Plea In July 5 WI Meatpacking Fire
September 1, 2009 6:11 am | News | CommentsMILWAUKEE (AP) — One of two brothers accused of starting a $50 million fire at a Cudahy meatpacking plant pleaded guilty Tuesday. Prosecutors say 25-year-old Kurtis Popp fired a military flare July 5 given to him by his brother. The flare landed on a roof at the Patrick Cudahy Inc. meatpacking plant and ignited the fire.
Manufacturing Indexes Showing Growth After 18 Months
September 1, 2009 4:39 am | News | CommentsNEW YORK (AP) — U.S. manufacturing, aided by government rebates to first-time homebuyers and car buyers, likely experienced some growth in August after shrinking for 18 months. Economists expect a national measure of manufacturing activity to show the sector grew last month. That hasn't happened since January 2008, as a recession triggered by the U.
Boeing Jetliner Head Steps Down Amid 787 Faults
September 1, 2009 4:22 am | by Daniel Lovering, AP Manufacturing Writer | News | CommentsBoeing Co. said Monday that Scott Carson will step down as head of its commercial airplane division, ending a tenure marked by costly problems with the company's much-delayed 787 jetliner. The Chicago-based company said Carson will be succeeded Tuesday by the head of its defense business, Jim Albaugh.
