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Prevent Forklift Heists
March 31, 2010 12:18 pm | CommentsKeytroller, LLC (Tampa, FL) introduces a new 215 generation START-SMART keypad ignition system designed for tough conditions. No keys means no unauthorized, no untrained operators, and no “borrowing” of equipment. The START-SMART system replaces the ignition key with a sealed and potted keypad, which can also be RFID-enabled.
From Harleys To Your Plant
March 30, 2010 7:57 am | CommentsThe Hawg Buddy and Cycle Buddy folding tools sets from the Bondhus Corporation (Monticello, MN) were developed for working specifically on Harley Davidson motorcycles, but can be used in industrial environments as well. The Hawg Buddy tools are finished with chrome plating, while the Cycle Buddy is finished with 14K gold plating.
Getting The Oil Under Control
March 30, 2010 7:57 am | CommentsThe OILMISER Technology from JLM Systems Limited (Richmond, BC, Canda) can turn an old oil room into a fully-functioning work area. The Oil Storage & Dispensing System requires an oil-free, pressure-regulated air supply, and covers the basics for best practices in oil maintenance: fluid handling, air quality, oil sampling, and oil cleanliness.
Solvent-Free Roofing
March 30, 2010 7:56 am | CommentsThe Garland Company, Inc (Cleveland, OH) announces its cold-applied Green-Lock Membrane Adhesive. Green-Lock is an asphalt-modified polyether adhesive that is stimulated by the moisture in the air and cures in only one to five days, and has been approved for use as a flood coat in cold-applied modified bitumen roofing applications.
Seeing Through Fire
March 30, 2010 7:55 am | CommentsThe Lenox Instrument Company (Trevose, PA) announces its new FireSight Thermal Imaging Camera System designed specifically to provide real-time monitoring and non-contact temperature measurement through combustion flames. The FireSight can transmit temperature information from 110,000 individual temperature ports via a high-speed digital connection.
Get On Track
March 30, 2010 4:43 am | CommentsThe TRT-900 rubber tracks from Trelleborg Wheel Systems (Hartville, OH) are built for use with industrial equipment. According to the company, the TRT-900 adds to its extensive rubber track program, which includes a complete range of solutions for compact track loaders, utility machinery, and other industrial equipment.
Shipping Containers No More
March 30, 2010 4:43 am | CommentsProvincial Partitions (Mississauga, Ontario) offers the new PROFLEX line of combined office/storage space solutions to take advantage of the surplus of storage containers, which can be used as modular units. The PROFLEX line offers 5 basic configurations, which can be converted into offices, storage buildings, hazardous material storage, and more.
Protect What Protects You
March 30, 2010 4:42 am | CommentsThe Fire Extinguisher Wall Cases from Encon (Houston, TX) provide protection for fire extinguishers from corrosive industrial conditions, in order to keep them in ready condition. The cases are built from chemical-resistant ABS plastic with a thermoformed construction, with additional corrosion-resistant external components.
Air Filtering Is Not An Option
March 30, 2010 4:41 am | CommentsTanis Technologies (Holland, MI) introduces their Module-Air AF-1000 Series Air Filtration products, which provide a variety of “bolt on” intake options. Customers can choose from multi-directional angled intakes, standard straight intakes, hood pans, and curtain enclosures, all of which offer standard two-stage filtration, as well as option spark arrestors and carbon fiber upgrades.
Filtering Out Filters
March 26, 2010 9:42 am | CommentsThe Green Filter Cleaning Machine (GFCM) from Diversi-Tech (Montreal, Canada) is designed to clean and extend the life of industrial filters, which reduces the cost of filter replacement. In addition, the GFCM helps manufacturers reduce the cost of disposal, and minimize their landfill use.
Don't Be Dense
March 26, 2010 9:41 am | CommentsEndress+Hauser (Greenwood, IN) now offers the Liquiphant M, a density meter that provides on-line measurements, eliminating the need for extensive and expensive off-line procedures. The Liquiphant M allows control systems to react much faster to changing process conditions.
Get A Hold Of Your Tools
March 26, 2010 9:40 am | CommentsThe new SINO-R from SCHUNK (Morrisville, NC) is a maintenance-free toolholder that is especially well-suited for rough milling. The holder is based on an expansion technology system, with a solid body as a pressure medium that quickly clamps the cutting tool by using a simple actuation switch.
Polish With No Spitting Required
March 26, 2010 9:40 am | CommentsDynabrade, Inc. (Clarence, NY) introduces the new Electric Rotary Polisher, which works on a variety of solid surfaces, including fiberglass, plastic, painted surfaces, composites, and more. The polisher features rotary motion for cutting, polishing, and buffing, along with a 180° rotating trigger handle.
When Pressure Is A Good Thing
March 25, 2010 7:16 am | CommentsThe CS Hyde Company now offers two high-performance films, Kynar and PEEK, which are available with pressure-sensitive adhesive. The KYNStick Tape is made with Kynar film and offers excellent chemical and corrosion resistance with a high tensile strength, according to the company.
Be A Professional Designer
March 25, 2010 7:15 am | CommentsThe MarkWare Lean Communication Software from Brady (Milwaukee, WI) can be used to quickly design professional signs, labels, and tags. The Lean Tools edition of the software helps manufacturers simplify machine setup and identify operation abnormalities through the use of visual equipment controls on gauges, oil sight tubes, drive train belts, and other machine components.
