Product Releases
No More Dust
October 29, 2009 7:49 am | CommentsThe Proterra rider sweeper from Advance (Plymouth, MN) has a 64-inch dust-controlled sweeping path that features a five-stage dust-suppression system that captures at the main and side brooms. This helps minimize airborne dust and keeps manufacturing facilities free of particles.
NEMA 4-Compliant Displays
October 29, 2009 7:39 am | CommentsThe CyRAQ 40 monitors from CyberResearch (New Haven, CT) are the latest addition to the family of rugged NEMA 4 displays. The CyRAQ 40A has a brightness of 700 nits and the CyRAQ 40SB provides 1,000 nits. Both models feature a 40” screen and WXGA resolution (1366 x 768 pixels).
Predict The Future
October 27, 2009 10:23 am | CommentsEmerson Process Management (Austin, TX) has developed its DeltaV digital automation system, designed to integrate machinery protection and prediction of critical mechanical equipment. Emerson’s integrated protection and prediction solution, a key component of the PlantWeb digital plant architecture, easily connects to the DeltaV system from AMS Suite predictive maintenance software and the CSI 6500 Machinery Health Monitor.
Miniature Door Guards
October 27, 2009 9:57 am | CommentsAptos Industries Inc. is introducing a new model of the Rolls Up Door Guard to supplement the RUDG1, which fits doors with minimum dimensions of 10’ x 14’. The new model—the RUDG2—fit smaller doors, down to a height of only eight feet. The RUDG2 has a collision prevention device and can be installed in less than an hour.
Manual Of Piping
October 27, 2009 9:57 am | CommentsThis practical book from Industrial Press , titled “Manual of Piping Practice,” offers coverage of piping practices and maintenance. Written by a 35-year professional with hands-on knowledge and experience in pipeline building and maintenance, this book is designed to be kept at the ready on the shop floor.
Lock Any Thread
October 27, 2009 9:56 am | CommentsLoctite 2047 is a new high lubricity threadlocker from Henkel Corportation (Rocky Hill, CT), and has been designed to ensure maximum performance on fasteners greater than 7/8” in diameter. 2047 works both as a lubricant that reduces friction, and as an adhesive/sealant that eliminates loosening, maintains clamp load, and prevents corrosion.
Playing Fetch With Magnetics
October 27, 2009 9:44 am | CommentsIndustrial Magnetics, Inc. (Boyne City, MI) has added the HDR3045 heavy-duty magnetic retriever to its line of products. The HDR3045 has been designed for retrieving broken drill bits from oil or water wells, but captures metal objects from any wet or dry area that requires large lifting capacity in a small package.
Cleaning The Toughest Tubes
October 26, 2009 10:35 am | CommentsThe automated water jet system from NLB Corp. (Wixom, MI) features five rigid lances, each with a specially-designed nozzle to deliver high-pressure water (up to 20,000 psi) to clear tubes of hardened debris. The powerful hydraulics on the ATL-5000 inserts the five lances at a rate of 39” per second.
'Barrier-Free' Barriers
October 26, 2009 10:33 am | CommentsEasyfit, Inc. (North Canton, OH) announces a new line of slip-on structural pipe fittings to build handrail systems that conform to the “barrier-free” requirements of the Americans and Disabilities Act. The fittings can be used to construct handrails that provide a smooth, contiguous gripping surface throughout the entire length of the installation.
Belt Drive Is Better
October 26, 2009 10:33 am | CommentsSteam Jenny (Somerset, PA), a division of Jenny Products Inc., has introduced four new models of belt-drive cold pressure washers, which provide a longer pump life than direct-drive units. The washers are powered by 9 or 13 horsepower Honda GX Series engines, with pressure ratings between 3,000 and 4,000 psi and flow rates between 3 and 4 gpm.
Keep The Light On
October 26, 2009 10:32 am | CommentsThe Champ VMV LED Series from Cooper Crouse-Hinds (Syracuse, NY) provides the same reliability of a traditional Champ luminaire, combined with the improved energy efficiency and long life of LED technology. Improved temperature ratings and enhanced visibility with full spectrum lighting provide a safer work environment in hazardous and industrial locations.
Thermocoupling Made Easy
October 26, 2009 5:32 am | CommentsThe Thermocouple Mini-Grabbers from Electronic Development Labs (EDL, Danville, VA) provide a continuous thermocouple connection from bare wires to the measuring instrument without the need to attach plugs. The continuous thermocouple material, from trip to mini plug, offers a better and more convenient connection when compared to copper wire, according to the company.
Bring Your Light Anywhere
October 23, 2009 9:47 am | CommentsEZ-Red (Deposit on the Delaware, NY) has introduces a magnetic clip accessory for the Extreme Light XL3000—the XL3000MAG. The clip features strong neodymium magnets covered with durable, non-scratch rubber. Using the magnetic clip, the XL3000 will attach to any steel surface for more versatility.
Multi-Tipped Blow Gun
October 23, 2009 9:47 am | CommentsCoilhouse Pneumatics (East Brunswick, NJ) has released the Typhoon blow gun line makes blow-off and clean 132oup easy. The new OSHA-compliant tips are designed specifically for the Typhoon and include: A pinpoint tip for a precise air stream to clean crevices.
Mini-LEDs
October 23, 2009 9:46 am | CommentsThe Magnalight.com website from Larson Electronics (Kemp, TX) has added to its range of explosion-proof and general area LED lighting with a series smaller than a quarter. The LEDSM30 and LEDSM30MW draw only 30mA and operate on 12 volts DC, and are waterproof, dustproof, and US Coast Guard-certified ignition proof.
