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A Whirlwind Of Safety
October 2, 2009 7:31 am | Product Releases | CommentsGateway Safety (Cleveland, OH) reminds workers and employers that October is the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s Eye Injury Prevention Month, and, according to the company, their Wheelz safety eyewear is at the forefront of designing modern eyewear that is both attractive and comfortable.
Keep The Noise Down
October 1, 2009 11:45 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Vibro-Curb, now available from the Thybar Corporation (Addison, IL), includes integral, vibration-dampening spring isolators that can be easily accessed. These curbs have been designed for mounting rooftop HVAC units. Features and benefits of the Vibro-Curb system include: The ability to add roofing at a later date without disturbing the unit.
Avoid Spills And Save The Environment
September 30, 2009 10:38 am | Product Releases | CommentsHelp keep spills under control and avoid accidents with the EcoPolyBlend Spill Pallets from Justrite Manufacturing (Des Plaines, IL), made from 100 percent polyethylene. The pallets protect against groundwater contamination and utilize 100 percent post-industrial recycled material that might have otherwise been discarded.
Energy-Efficient Dryer
September 29, 2009 10:02 am | Product Releases | CommentsHankison International (Ocala, FL), an SKF brand, announces the release of their new HES Energy Saving Refrigerated Compressed Air Dryers, ideal for flows from 90 to 675 scfm (153 nm3/h to1147 nm3/h). The HES series delivers precision-engineered heat exchangers, ISO Quality Class integrated filtration, and rugged refrigerant compressors.
Customized, Durable Topcoats
September 23, 2009 3:11 am | Product Releases | CommentsSherwin-Williams (Cleveland, OH) announces two breathable, low-odor, waterborne polyurethane floor topcoats containing less than 50 g/L of volatile organic compounds. The GP 4408/4409 topcoats can be used over concree or other existing coatins — anywhere a durable gloss or satin finish is desired.
Fume Venting, Anywhere
September 11, 2009 8:46 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Place-A-Vent Portable Fume Extractor (PFE) from Vent-A-Kiln (Buffalo, NY) is a continuation of the original wall-mounted Place-A-Vent fume extractor, and utilizes a high-pressure fan unit fabricated with 14-gage steel housing. A self-cleaning cast aluminum wheel keeps maintenance easy.
The Eco-Friendly Mini-Heater
September 10, 2009 7:39 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Reznor (Memphis, TN) Model CAUA, a vertical gas-fired air handler is available with staged heating from 75 to 400MBH to provide the right amount of heat in non-extreme conditions. This system will save on energy usage particularly during the fall and spring, but also during mild winters.
Safety That’s Cool
September 10, 2009 7:38 am | Product Releases | CommentsGateway Safety (Cleveland, OH) has developed the Serpent Ventilated Safety Helmet, designed to offset the adverse effects of working in hot weather. According to the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, workers in hot environments face the risk of heat stress, which can lower mental alertness and physical performance, particularly when wearing safety clothing.
Modular, Upgradable Shower Systems
September 4, 2009 6:08 am | Product Releases | CommentsKadant AES (Queensbury, NY) extends its line of cleaning and conditioning products with the release of its Genesis™ modular shower system. The base module includes a single tube shower pipe, along with spray nozzles, but the system can be upgraded with internal stainless steel brushes, oscillation, and a second tube for better performance.
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.
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.
Keep Your Plant Up-To-Par
August 26, 2009 11:25 am | Product Releases | CommentsDiamond Phoenix (Lewiston, ME) offers facility analysis, simulations, and a complete range of conveyor options, controls, and software that can improve an organization’s operational performance. Utilizing a variety of conveyor types, Diamond Phoenix can create individual solutions that fit unique organizational needs.
Be A Visionary
August 26, 2009 10:18 am | Product Releases | CommentsGateway Safety (Cleveland, OH) introduces its newest contemporary eyewear product, the Luminary, which features flexible temples to relieve pressure and eliminate pinching behind the ears. The Luminary weighs less than an ounce, making all-day comfort a real possibility, particularly with rubberized fingertip nosepieces.
Tote Tank Heaters
August 25, 2009 11:48 am | Product Releases | CommentsOmega Engineering (Stamford, CT) has introduced their wrap-around tote tank heaters to fit any tote tank from 1 to 1.2 meters (40 to 48”) square. The series comes in heights of 36, 42, or 48” and is made of flexible silicone-impregnated clothing facing and liner.
High-Efficiency Circulator
August 21, 2009 9:57 am | Product Releases | CommentsWILO (Melrose Park, IL) introduces a line of high-efficiency circulators: the Stratos. The line can reduce consumption by up to 80 percent over single-speed pumps by incorporating electronic commutated motor (ECM) technology and a variable speed drive, resulting in greater efficiency than asynchronous motors.
Safety They’ll Want To Wear
August 21, 2009 6:21 am | Product Releases | Commentscaption Gateway Safety (Cleveland, OH) has developed a line of StarLite GUMBALLS, PPE-compliant protective eyewear that feature ten different, vibrantly-colored designs. Workers can pick the “flavor” that represents their personal energy or a color that accents their look for the day with blueberry, cherry red, cotton candy, orange, lemon yellow, lime green, grape, vanilla, mocha brown, and black licorice temples, all with clear lenses.
Reduce Injuries With A Portable Fume Vent
August 10, 2009 11:30 am | Product Releases | CommentsVent-A-Kiln (Buffalo, NY) has developed the Portable Fume Exhauster (Model PFE), an efficient solution for removing and ventilating fumes produced by welding, brazing, soldering, and plasma cutting. The Model PFE is a mobile version of the wall-mounted Model FE, and yet is a complete, self-contained unit which can be wheeled into any location.
