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Get In The Groove
January 18, 2010 9:15 am | CommentsVictaulic (Easton, PA) announces the extension of its line of Advanced Groove System (AGS) couplings for faster and easier installation of large-diameter piping systems. Rigid and flexible couplers with AGS technology are now available in sizes up to 60” in diameter.
Easy As Grip And Go
January 18, 2010 6:32 am | CommentsStafford (North Reading, MA) has developed the Grip & Go Handle, which is designed to replace a standard socket cap screw in a one-, two-piece, or hinged shaft collar to permit wrench-free adjustment without sacrificing holding power. The handle features a knurled surface for simple hand-tightening, and is ideal for any non-rotary application requiring frequent repositioning along a shaft.
Making Machining 'COOL'
January 18, 2010 6:31 am | CommentsMAG (Sterling Heights, MI) now offers a wide range of CYCLO CUT cutting tools and CYCLO COOL metalworking fluids designed and blended for machining. The tools and fluids can increase material removal rates in titanium structures by as much as 300 percent, according to the company, resulting in faster cycle times, 33 percent cost-per-part reductions, and increased tool life.
Washdown-Friendly, Loves The Heat
January 18, 2010 6:30 am | CommentsThe Enviro checkweigher bench scales from Hardy Instruments (San Diego, CA) meet the needs of food and chemical manufacturers for sanitary electronics that withstand high-pressure, high-temperature washdown environments. The Enviro is made out of 304 stainless steel and features an IP69K-rated instrument, making it easy to clean and sanitize.
Intel Brings Brains And Brawn
January 18, 2010 6:29 am | CommentsGE Intelligent Platorms (Charlottesville, VA) has announced the CT12 6U CompactPCI single board computer, based on the latest 2.53 GHz Intel Core i7 processor technology. The new Intel chip is designed to deliver high performance with low power consumption and heat dissipation, and is future-proof, allowing for further processor upgrades as new chips become available.
Ergonomic Relief For Tough-To-Reach Spots
January 15, 2010 5:52 am | CommentsThe compact Tool Box Kneeler from Bennette Design Group and ErgoPads (Millis, MA) is made of soft, but supportive foam, and helps increase comfort for employees who have to work on their knees. The Kneeler also fits inside most toolboxes, allowing for easy transport and storage, and is made from a black, rugged “closed cell” foam that hides stains and dirt.
Tensioning, Simplified
January 15, 2010 5:51 am | CommentsThe Tensioner, a ready-to-mount tension mechanism from Misumi USA (Schaumburg, IL), helps reduce design and assembly time for end users. The product comes as a fully assembled unit, complete with slotted holes and adjustment screws for easy mounting, installation, and tension control.
Thermoplastic Go-Anywhere Springs
January 15, 2010 5:50 am | CommentsLee Spring (Brooklyn, NY) introduces LeeP Plastic Composite Springs, which combine the strength of metal with the special attributes of high-performing engineered thermoplastics. The springs are fabricated from distinctive formations of Ultem* PEI resins, and are stocked in a variety of standard sizes, each available in a variety of strengths.
Squeaky Clean Conduits
January 15, 2010 5:47 am | CommentsGeneral Machine Products Company, Inc. (GMP, Trevose, PA) announces the Heavy Duty Stiff Spine Conduit Cleaners to its line of underground cable placement tools and equipment. The cleaners are designed to remove obstructions like dirt, ash, sand, oxides, and debris from utility conduits.
Forget Dull Blades And Carry-Back
January 14, 2010 6:11 am | CommentsASGCO (Wheeling, IL) announces the new Skalper IV blade and E-Z Torques Tensioning System, designed to remove carry-back efficiently. The new blade design, with its horizontal sipes/wear grooves across the entire blade cleaning edge, ensures a sharp cleaning edge throughout the life of the blade.
Material Handling Gone 'Extreme'
January 14, 2010 6:08 am | CommentsCreform Corporation (Greer, SC) has built the Extreme Size Car—which can be manufactured in virtually any size—to meet needs in large parts handling. The parts feature an elevated load platform with a solid plastic shelf surface to provide for damage-free handling of sensitive parts.
Dimmable LEDs In Harsh Environments
January 14, 2010 6:08 am | CommentsA new dimmable LED power supply from Foster Transformer (Cincinnati, OH) features short circuit and overload protection, making it ideal for industrial facilities wishing to control the output of LED lighting. Encapsulated in epoxy and housed in a 304 stainless steel enclosure, the power supply is resistant to dirt, moisture, and corrosive elements.
Get Everything In Line
January 14, 2010 6:07 am | CommentsPinpoint Laser Systems (Peabody, MA) announces a new storage display to be used with the Microgage 2D family of products, enabling the operator to record readings right on the factory floor. The measurement readings can then be uploaded to a laptop PC running the Pinpoint Capture software for analysis, plotting, and storage.
Heavy-Duty Multitasking Mezzanines
January 12, 2010 7:56 am | CommentsDelta Industrial (Chesterfield, MI) has a range of mezzanine systems designed for both large and small facilities, making them ideal for in-plant offices, storage, industrial platforms, catwalks, and conveyor integration. Features of Delta’s mezzanine systems include: Customer-designed specifications.
Expand Your Pump Possibilities
January 12, 2010 7:55 am | CommentsTime Mark (Tulsa, OK) announces their new Model 42X Pump Expansion Unit, which can control up to 3 pumps with a 4-20mA input. Alarm inputs for seal failure, over-temp, contactor fail, and a spare (a second seal fail, for example) are available. Configuration for the 42X is completed via a PC through a USB cable, and the software shows current depth, pump status with run time meters, and alarm status.
