Material Handling
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Wireless C-Tracks
January 4, 2010 7:56 am | Product Releases | CommentsR&M Materials Handling, Inc. (Springfield, OH) has released the NRGmaster, an alternative to C-track festoons. The NRGmaster system eliminates dangling cables and provides a sleek design, increasing hook coverage on the shop floor and decreasing common C-track festoon maintenance pitfalls.
Cable-Free Hydraulic Lifting
January 4, 2010 7:54 am | Product Releases | CommentsWildeck, Inc. (Waukesha, WI) introduces the new V-Lift, a hydraulically-operated, cantilever material lift that can be installed either in a shaftway or free-standing, with optional structural framing. The V-Lift is designed to meet ANSI/ASME B20.1 standards for conveyors, and features a hydraulic ram with large 2-1/2” diameter dual pistons to deliver a smooth lifting motion.
Infinitely Adjustable Conveyors
December 18, 2009 9:20 am | Product Releases | CommentsDispense Works, Inc. (McHenry, IL) has introduced an RC conveyorized system to automatically filll aluminum molds with six different colors of vinyl (Plastisol). The system includes the slip roller conveyor with quick-adjust rails to accommodate pallets of different sizes.
Mechanical Boosters For Energy-Efficiency
December 14, 2009 7:58 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe HV8000 mechanical booster pumps from Edwards Vacuum (Tewsbury, MA) replace steam ejectors on a chemical vapor infiltration (CVI) process, which is used in the matrix deposition process of manufacturing high-temperature materials, and using a mechanical booster can significantly lower manufacturing costs, according to the company.
Keep Your Trailers Upright
December 11, 2009 9:54 am | Product Releases | CommentsTMI ’s (Pittsburgh, PA) new EZ-Riser trailer stand is used to prevent trailers from up-ending when they are not connected to tractor trailers during loading and unloading. The EZ-Riser is a heavy-duty, ergonomically-designed stand that features a gas-activated leveling system and an automatic height adjustment.
Turbine Vibration For Cleanrooms
December 8, 2009 5:03 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Cleveland Vibrator Co. (Cleveland, OH) has expanded its line of acetal body (CVT-P-10 and stanless steel (CVT-S-10) miniature turbine vibrators with the new Turbomite CVT-P-22. Constructed with acetal plastic and stainless steel exterior parts with laser etching, the CVT-P-22 is ideal for cleanroom environments, and is FDA- and USDA-compliant.
Safe Lifting With Magnets
December 4, 2009 3:23 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe SafeHold EPL Series Permanent Lifting Magnets from Eriez (Erie, PA) help lift and transfer steel or iron without slings, hooks, or cables, and without marring the surface. The lifting magnets require fewer operators and helpers, and when properly installed, provide greater safety than traditional material handling devices.
Safe Chemical Dispensing
November 16, 2009 6:17 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe 100 percent metal-free DrumQuik PUR chemical dispensing system from Colder Products Company (St. Paul, MN) provides safe and economic extraction of high-purity chemicals from drums, jerry cans, and intermediate bulk containers. The system is composed of two components: a PVDF coupler and a HDPE drum insert assembly, which contains a bung closure and dip-tube.
Steady, Stable Gas Delivery
November 12, 2009 6:13 am | Product Releases | CommentsKin-Tek Laboratories, Inc. (Marque, TX) announces the 491M-PB Module, which is used with 491M Modular Gas Standards Generators to maintain steady gas pressures within the unit and balance backpressure to the delivery system pressure. At trace concentrations (PPM, PPB, and PPT) of reactive gases, surface absorption within the transport system can significantly affect the actual mixture delivered.
Flammable Liquid Grounding
November 9, 2009 10:27 am | Product Releases | CommentsGoatThroat Pumps (New York, NY) announces their SCP-6500 pump, which allows containers holding flammable liquids to be grounded, which makes them safe for use with Class 1 and 2 flammables. All components of the new pump which come in contact with the fluid are created with conductive plastic so that the system remains grounded.
Dust-Eliminating Conveyor
November 3, 2009 9:43 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe new MARTIN Carryback Capture System from Martin Engineering (Neponset, IL) is a scavenger conveyor system that transfers belt cleaning residue back into the material stream, avoiding cleanup labor and injuries. The design helps prevent material accumulation that can impede conveyor components and increase system downtime.
Lifting In Tight Spaces
October 19, 2009 11:01 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Tite-Space BST AGV Tugger from Creform Corporation (Greer, SC) is well suited for delivering to line-side assembly points when space is at a premium. With a minimum turning radius of 400mm, the Tite-Space slips easily into tight spots. Additional features include: A low-profile, sleek design with drive motor, 24 Volt DC power supply, and guidance sensors.
Easy Coupling
October 13, 2009 5:16 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Style 177 QuickVic Flexible Coupling from Victaulic (Easton, PA) offers a flame-free pipe joining solution that reduces installation time and cost. The new coupling is an extension of the patented installation-ready line, and with no loose parts and no requirement to disassemble before installation, this line provides a competitive edge.
Wider, Better Skimming
October 12, 2009 7:15 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe B-Series Belt Skimmer line from Zebra Skimmers Corp. (Cleveland, OH) has been expanded to include a wider belt for heavier oil load applications for customers with large surface area sumps or central tank applications. Additional features include: A rugged, heavy-duty steel construction.
Minimal, Efficient Lidding
October 9, 2009 11:20 am | Product Releases | CommentsRollprint Packaging Products Inc. (Addison, IL) announces the launch of a high-performance, 100 percent polyester lidding alternative for medical, pharmaceutical, and food processing applications. The SteamOne uses are much as 50 percent less material and helps companies meet recycling objectives.
Go Tubeless For Reliability
October 5, 2009 7:44 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe new NF600 self-priming diaphragm pump from KNF (Trenton, NJ) has been designed for dosing or transferring liquids and incorporates a four-diaphragm technology to promote smoother and continuous flow, quiet-running performance, and maximized efficiency, according to the company.
Programmable Flowmeters
October 2, 2009 11:29 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe FMA-4100/4300 series flow rate meter from Omega Engineering (Stamford, CT) can display 23 different volumetric flow or mass flow engineering units, including a user-specific selection. The flowmeters support a programmable flow totalizer in addition to high- and low-flow alarms.
Safe Lifting
October 2, 2009 7:33 am | Product Releases | CommentsA&H Engineering and Manufacturing, Inc. (Cerritos, CA) now offers the Shop Lift as an ergonomic solution to the problem of heavy material handling in a confined space. The Shop Lift is designed to carry up to 600 lbs. and deliver the load safety. With a gross weight of 700 lbs.
Efficient Chemical Handling
October 1, 2009 11:48 am | Product Releases | CommentsAlmatech (Kamp-Lintfort, Germany) announces the availability of its newest metal pneumatic diaphragm pump for the use in the handling of chemical. The product chambers for the CHEMICOR sereis have been designed to meet the sensitive needs of chemical handling due to their smooth flow channels and lack of dead spaces.
Your Three Wishes Await
September 30, 2009 10:38 am | Product Releases | CommentsTerex AWP (Redmond, WA) introduces the new Genie QuickStock life, designed to make inventory picking easier and safer than rolling stairs or manually-propelled lifts. The QuickStock is ideal for locations utilizing high-density racking systems, with a footprint of just 53” by 29.
When It's Good To Be Dense
September 29, 2009 10:01 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Sanitary Low Profile Container/Bulk Bag Densifier from Material Transfer and Storage, Inc. (Allegan, MI) is designed to automatically fill containers or bulk bags by weight and settle the contents. The stainless steel construction and continuous TIG welds allow for quick, thorough wash-down cleaning.
Skim Off The Top
September 28, 2009 6:34 am | Product Releases | CommentsZebra Skimmers Corp. (Cleveland, OH) has expanded it s Muscle Coalescer line to include a new model for servicing air compressor condensate. Because many industries are required to treat their compressor condensate before its release into the water table, the new model can help in the separation and remove of contaminate oils.
'Doctor' Your Flexographic Printing
September 28, 2009 6:33 am | Product Releases | CommentsKadant Web Systems Inc. (Auburn, MA) has expanded its current doctor blade product line to include the ProEdge system for flexographic printing and offset coating applications. The blades are available in seven wear-resistant materials and feature application-specific bevels and profiles for precise cleaning and metering performance.
Magnetic Particle Separator
September 25, 2009 9:44 am | Product Releases | CommentsBunting Magnetics Co. (Newton, KS) has recently added a redesigned RotoGrate Magnetic Separator to its product line. The RotoGrate is ideal for products with poor flow characteristics and features a powerful motorized grate magnet which will remove ferrous metals from powders and granular products.
SCADA-Supporting Flow Meter
September 25, 2009 5:48 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Model ML04 Water Specialties Propeller Flow Meter from McCrometer (Hemet, CA) is now available with an optional transmitter that supports 4-20 mA output in support of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. The ML04 is a steel-flanged end tube meter with a measurement accuracy of ±2 percent while measuring liquid flow from 40 to 35,000 gpm.
