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Sonobond Ultrasonics has introduced two ultrasonic metal welding machines.
The Dual Head SpliceRite™ can weld wire bundles with cross-sectional areas of up to 3.94 sq. in. According to the manufacturer, no other ultrasonic welder can equal this capacity in a single pulse. This makes the machine sui...
11/10/09
80/20® Inc. has introduced four new profiles to its line of T-slotted aluminum framing. For the first time, the company offers smooth fractional profiles, including one ultralight profile.
The profiles include 1515-LS, 1530-LS, 3030-LS, and 1515-ULS and are compatible with other 15 series ma...
11/10/09
A&H Eng. and Mfg. Inc. offers the Shop Lift™ device for handling heavy material in a confined space. Built to fit through most standard doorways, the unit can carry a payload up to 600 lbs. and deliver it to a machine, storage rack, pallet, loading bay, or onto a truck.
The device weighs 70...
11/10/09
The LRO CO2 laser optics cleaning kit is available from Laser Research Optics. It includes 24 surgical-grade cotton balls, 24 cotton swabs, 24 surgical-grade finger cots, 24 lens mats, distilled water, polishing compound, reagent-grade isopropyl alcohol, reagent-grade acetone, and an air bulb for du...
11/10/09
3M has introduced 3M™ Scotch-Weld™ toughened epoxy adhesive DP920, designed for metal-to-metal bonding.
The adhesive has been developed with a combination of oil-absorbing and oil-displacing technology. This patented technology reduces the cleaning process that is commonly required fo...
11/10/09
LVD Strippit has introduced a compact material storage and retrieval tower for select models of its CO2 laser cutting systems. According to the company, the space-saving system allows optimal material flow and unattended operation with uninterrupted processing of laser-cut parts.
The CT tower sy...
11/10/09
TRUMPF's TruTops Mark Navigator is an interactive software used in conjunction with the company's TruTop laser markers to help optimize laser parameters for different laser marking processes and materials.
No specific laser marking knowledge is required to use the software. The menu directs the ...
11/10/09
Knuth Machine Tools USA has made improvements to the RSM series CNC cylindrical grinding machines. The multifunctional ID/OD grinding machines combine GPlus 450 CNC technology with rigid construction for precision and efficiency, according to the manufacturer.
The grinding machines feature strict...
11/10/09
Kinetic Technologies Inc. has introduced the ProFlow LITE™ series of industrial carts for handling medium to light loads. Standard carts feature a formed and welded steel panel design contributing to low deck heights, light tare weights, and quiet operation.
Additional standard features in...
11/10/09
The SSC-1500 dual-microprocessor-based control system and the SSC-3000 solid-state press automation control system from Rockford Systems Inc. are safeguarding systems that comply with OSHA regulations and ANSI safety standards.
The dual-microprocessor-based control system, featuring a larger keyp...
11/10/09
T.J. Snow Co., Chattanooga, Tenn., now offers a resistance welding system with electrically operated linear servo actuators designed to eliminate problems associated with pneumatic systems.
The user-friendly servo system can be used on standard AC welders and on machines with newer MFDC inverter-...
10/20/09
AutoForm Eng. GmbH has developed a new software module that enables the rapid and transparent definition of cost-optimized process plans.
AutoFormplus R1 users can rapidly evaluate different process alternatives and gain insight into related costs to identify a cost-optimized process plan. The s...
10/13/09
Fortress Interlocks' DM-I door interlock features an internal release mechanism that allows exit from a dangerous area, even when the door is locked.
The unit is mounted on the outside of the guard, allowing normal entry and exit using a Fortress key. It is fitted to the doorpost and allows opera...
10/13/09
Tooling Technology has added a new product to its line of Segen pneumatic quick-change cylinder locks.
The new PD500 Mega Cylinder helps decrease changeover times on large tools, fixtures, molds, and dies for many industries. The 11-lb. unit instantly locates and locks its mating 2-lb. knob ...
10/13/09
Bystronic has incorporated a cutting lens sensor (CLS) detection system on machines equipped with Bylaser 4,400- to 6,000-W laser sources.
The design of the monitoring system incorporates optical photo sensors in the Z axis to detect when a cutting lens begins to absorb too much laser energy. Wh...
10/13/09
MIE Solutions has released version 10.4 of its MIE Trak production control and job tracking software for the manufacturing industry. The new release includes a human resources module and a new quality control module for sales order RMAs.
It includes more than 100 changes and enhancements compared...
10/13/09
Witt-Gastechnik offers 85-20, a flashback arrester for medium gas consumption requirements in gas welding, cutting, and burning applications. It delivers up to 1,589 SCFH for acetylene and other oxyfuel gases.
The arrester measures about 5.1 in. long and 2.4 in. in diameter. Two versions are ava...
10/13/09
Stevens Eng. Inc. and Big Kaiser Precision Tooling Inc. have introduced the Unilock starter kit workholding system. The kit allows users to plug the components immediately into their production cell when it supports a Stevens Eng. mounting grid pattern to eliminate setup time. Other grid spacing is ...
10/13/09
Hilma, Ellisville, Mo., has introduced the M-TECS magnetic quick die change system.
The system clamps existing dies without retooling. The clamping force is evenly distributed, which reduces tool wear.
Custom engineered for individual applications, the system is designed to provide maximum mul...
10/8/09
Available in 5,000 lbs. and 6,000 lbs. capacities, Dura-Dock™ lifts from Southworth Products feature corrosion-resistant, galvanized base and legs as standard. For higher capacities (up to 20,000 lbs.) galvanized construction is optional. All Southworth dock lifts work from grade level to a m...
9/9/09
Anver Corporation, Hudson, Mass., has introduced a redesigned mechanical vacuum lifter that requires no compressed air or electricity.
The mechanical vacuum lifter is self-powered and features a mechanism that creates a powerful suction when lowered onto the load by a hoist. Available in capaciti...
9/9/09
The IFH Group now offers a Special Product Package version of its fluid storage and dispensing system for lubricant storage.
The package is designed for applications involving corrosive chemicals and other abrasive fluids that require special handling for safety and efficiency. The standard PVC s...
9/9/09
Beresford, S. D.-based Sioux Corp.'s E-Series all-electric line of pressure washers and steam cleaners have a compact, portable design and are suitable for cleaning processes such as washing down conveyors; cleaning mixing and storage tanks; disinfecting and sterilizing; removing oil and grease on p...
9/9/09
Americ's ventilators are designed for most confined-space applications from individual cooling to hazardous space atmospheres.
Manufactured of durable, high-density-polyethylene plastic, the VAF-Series is portable and lightweight. It features centrally located handles that allow fo balanced maneu...
9/9/09
Dynamic Systems Inc. has released a tool and equipment manager program based on bar code technology. Basic Tool Manager is designed for manufacturers who want to track equipment inventory and maintenance while reducing the loss of tools and time searching for them.
The customized service schedul...
8/11/09
Wilson Tool's Dura-Die parting tool with replaceable die inserts offers punch press fabricators an alternative to replacing the entire die in parting applications.
The replaceable inserts are engineered with the company's Ultima® premium tool steel. The die base is made of shock-resistant ...
8/11/09
Eriez® Hi-Powr permanent magnetic sheet fanners separate and fan light- or heavy-gauge steel to eliminate doubles when feeding material to presses, brakes, and shears.
The sheet fanners do not pry or mar polished and painted sheets, the company states. The enclosed magnetic circuit withstand...
8/11/09
The Linemaster Hercules potentiometer foot switch was designed for use with variable-speed motor drives and is available in select 2-W linear values. It features a cast-iron housing, and most models are offered with a cast aluminum shield in sizes designed to accommodate the standard shoe size or up...
8/11/09
Striker Systems, a sheet metal manufacturing software developer, has announced the release of STRIKER 2010 Sheet Metal CAD/CAM & Nesting.
Driven by customer input, STRIKER 2010 offers many enhancements to existing features and introduces new technology. A significant advancement is further refine...
7/30/09
Durable Mecco offers the DuraDot, an in-line marking system that reduces the need for secondary marking operations.
The system works with standard machining center software. Simple dot-to-dot marking patterns are accomplished through RPM and feed rate settings. No cutting fluids or air are requir...
7/27/09
Nordfab Ducting has introduced a standard-duty diverter that exhausts air only from industrial machinery while it is operating to help reduce the amount of heated or cooled air exhausted from the work area.
The diverter can be manufactured from either galvanized or stainless steel....
7/14/09
Proper Storage Systems Inc. has introduced a new press brake storage unit with rollout shelves. Each shelf has 10 sets of adjustable blocking to accommodate any die width. The shelves are 30 in. deep with widths of 48 and 96 in.
The storage unit comes with three or four shelves with 7 or 11 in. ...
7/14/09
Huntingdon Fusion Techniques Ltd. has published a four-page leaflet about its Argweld® weld backing tape. Three different grades of tape are available for welding up to 240 amps.
The tape is placed at the back side of a weld, eliminating the need to manufacture backing bars and manipulate t...
7/14/09
The Consumable Products Group (CPG), a division of MC Machinery Systems Inc., offers Van-TG premium high-performance filters for EDM users.
The 5-micron filters now are available in 0.5 to 1.5 microns for micrograin carbide and small wire jobs. The filters are designed to pack in more surface ar...
7/14/09
Motoman's four-axis MPK50 robot with DX100 controller for packing applications features a 110.3-lb. payload and a 360-degree work envelope. A slim manipulator design enables it to reach into confined spaces.
The robot is floor-mounted and has a 65.7-in. vertical reach, 78.6-in. horizontal reach...
7/14/09
Bystronic offers a pneumatic tool for cleaning cutting table grates. The reduction of back spatter helps keep cut parts cleaner, helping to reduce secondary operations and increase overall process reliability.
The unit requires only one operator and is designed to work in push or pull mode....
7/14/09
GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms, a unit of GE Enterprise Solutions, has released a new version of its Proficy® Tracker software, which manages the execution of orders and the related flow of materials.
Version 8.0 delivers lean production control by helping to manage inventory, schedule reso...
7/14/09
Showa Best Glove offers more than 24 styles of cut-resistant hand and arm protection, including Best's Zorb-IT®, T-Flex®, D-Flex®, and Nitty Gritty®gloves and Showa's Atlas® and high-performance lines.
Choices include a number of DuPont Kevlar® glove models with a v...
7/14/09
Koike Aronson/Ransome Inc. has introduced a water table in lengths of 10 to 40 ft. and widths of 5, 6, 8, 10, and 12 ft. Custom sizes also are available.
The water table is suitable for mild steel cutting in thicknesses from gauge material to 6 in. It features a pneumatic baffle design that contr...
6/9/09
Sitema has introduced a safety catcher that stops and locks dropping platens on hydraulic presses and other machines.
The load is secured by stopping the dropping mass using the weight as a means to wedge the safety catcher against the acting hydraulic cylinder rod or a separate catcher rod. The...
6/9/09
National Coil Coating Association (NCCA) has developed an e-learning module entitled "The RoHS Directive." The seven-minute tutorial explains the requirements of the EU's 2006 RoHS Directive, which restricts the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
The tuto...
6/9/09
A Wheelabrator® rotary mesh table system is suitable for cleaning small parts offline using one operator. The machine can process flame-cut shapes, fabrications, automotive parts, aluminum die castings, and forgings with an airless wheel blast process.
Parts and components are loaded onto a...
6/9/09
Jackson Safety has added four new graphics to its Head-Turner™ line of hard hats. They feature the smooth dome design of the SC-6 hard hat and a four-point ratchet suspension.
New styles are the rustic Shrapnel™ design, the Gunner™ with Vietnam-era graphics, the Undertaker™, ...
6/9/09
Exair's new single-air-nozzle Super Blast Safety air gun delivers 23 lbs. of blowing force, equivalent to the force of 30 ordinary air guns. It is suitable for long-distance, wide-area blowoff, drying, and cooling applications.
The air gun incorporates a large air nozzle engineered to maximize e...
5/12/09
The M. K. Morse Co. offers Metal Devil® V-blocks for cutting with 14-in. saws. The blocks strengthen clamping performance of a saw's vise system by holding round, square, and rectangular materials securely.
Several vise configurations can be used to optimize cutting results on a variety of ...
5/12/09
Bushman Equipment has designed a sheet lifter and crane system for a steel and aluminum blanking company that needed to move blank stacks up to 42 ft. long.
The heavy-duty, motorized sheet lifter is designed to pick up stacks from a conveyor in a process that previously required 16 men for hand s...
5/12/09
Tregaskiss has introduced the TOUGH GUN™ LSR (Low-Stress Robotic) unicable. It includes a rotating power connection that relieves stress caused by routine cable torsion and features a protective conduit to shield the cable components from harsh welding environments.
The unicable has been en...
5/12/09
A five-stage, all-stainless-steel washer/dryer system is offered by ALMCO KleenTec.
The PWRBD24-96E-U system, initially custom-developed for a customer, includes wash, rinse, second rinse, blowoff, and drying functions in a compact, U-bend design. Its variable-speed, 24-in.-wide continuous belt ...
4/14/09
The Linemaster Classic IV foot switch is designed with a cast aluminum housing. It is offered in momentary action and is available in SPDT and DPDT circuits. Formed steel guards are available for both the single and twin models to provide the customer with some foot protection.
The foot switche...
4/14/09
Caldwell's adjustable load lifter can be used to expand a crane to handle a range of loads. It has a rated capacity of 2 tons and can be adjusted to fit the load at hand.
The lifting bail adjusts to the correct center of gravity for balanced handling of different-sized loads. The throat opening ...
4/14/09
SICK has introduced a new line of DT50 distance measurement sensors. They feature a high-definition distance measurement (HDDM) platform, which the company says provides greater precision at longer sensing distances.
The lightweight, compact sensors feature an intuitive display and keypad with a...
4/14/09
A series of all-rubber, push-on suction cups for handling metal sheet in the horizontal position has been introduced by Anver Corp. The hand vacuum suction cups are pressed onto the surface of nonporous, light sheet materials to lift them and are released with the movement of a tab.
The suction ...
4/14/09
The Nilfisk CFM 127 is a compact, intermittent-duty industrial vacuum. It is suitable for general cleaning, as well as collection and containment of fine powders and toxic debris in specialized applications.
The large main filter provides a substantial surface area for filtering. An optional ups...
4/14/09
Guyson Corp. has designed and manufactured a rotary indexing spindle-blast machine for metallurgical shot peening of proprietary machine tool components to help increase the service life of the tooling.
The suction-blast peening system incorporates features to control the cold-working process and...
4/14/09
Hotsy has added NESTechnology™ (Nested Seal Technology) to its high-pressure pumps, used in industrial-grade pressure washers.
With this technology, the pump nests the seals of the pump's high-pressure packing assembly in place. The nesting assembly includes new high- and low-pressure U-shap...
3/10/09
Presto Lifts Inc. has introduced a line of fully powered stackers with a lifting height of 62 in. and a 1,500-lb. capacity. The new Power Stak™ Lite line is a group of light-duty stackers with a narrow mast design and offset control handle to provide operators with clear views and almost no bli...
3/10/09
The Wheelabrator® Continuous Rocker Barrel machine is designed for inline cleaning of castings and forged parts. Several machine sizes are available to satisfy production requirements ranging from less than 5 tons/hr. to more than 25 tons/hr.
The machine has three blast wheels for normal pro...
3/10/09
Linemaster Switch Corp. has introduced air foot switches designed to conform with UL standards and to operate in a variety of environments, both wet and dry. Air impulse bulbs are positioned on the floor, while the electromechanical actuator is safely elevated and protected.
Models include the Ai...
3/10/09
Industrial Press offers Machine Shop Trade Secrets, by James A. Harvey, an experienced machinist and plastic injection mold maker. The manual is intended to have users thinking and producing like experienced machinists. According to the publisher, it provides practical how-toinformation that can be ...
2/20/09
Publisher Industrial Press offers Secrets of 5-Axis Machining, by Karlo Apro.
According to the publisher, the book is an unbiased, no-nonsense, to-the-point description of 5-axis machining that presents information gathered during the author's 30 years of hands-on experience in the manufacturin...
2/20/09
MIE Solutions has created shop floor data collection software running on Windows® that makes use of production scheduling to enable a manufacturing shop to become paperless.
MIE Trak Kiosk data collection software eliminates the use of bar code technology to capture employee work through the...
2/10/09
Magid Glove & Safety offers CutMaster® XKS™ work gloves. Manufactured from the company's XKS yarn, these machine-knit gloves earn an ANSI cut level 4 rating, which the company says is as much as 2-1/2 times greater cut protection than gloves made from a 100 percent aramid or HPPE yarn of s...
2/10/09
Viking Blast & Wash Systems has released the 48 ST airless swing table shotblast system. The worktable is attached to the blast door, so that when the door is opened, the table swings completely clear of the cabinet for simplified loading and unloading.
Table-style blast machines can clean a var...
2/10/09
A below-the-hook vacuum lifter with side-grip suction pads for handling appliances, fabrications, and products that cannot be picked up from the top has been introduced by Anver Corp.
The VPF-57 side-grip vacuum lifter features a 10-ft. beam with adjustable arms that are equipped with suction pad...
1/13/09
Rustlick from ITW Rocol offers a long-term rust preventive that helps extend the life of water-based metalworking fluids by reinforcing their original rust preventives.
Over time cutting fluids lose their ability to protect machines and parts against corrosion, which causes the coolant to be cha...
1/13/09
Martins Industries has introduced Flexpipe assembly components, which enable companies to create custom workstations, carts, racks, and other devices. The resin-coated steel tubes, steel connectors, conveyor rails and wheels, and accessories can be assembled with a simple hex key.
The components ...
1/13/09
The Technifor XF510Cp micropercussion marking machine can mark up to 10 characters per second. The compact unit has multiple communication interfaces for simplified integration. It is suitable for marking applications in mass production, such as automotive, locks and keys, pneumatic components, elec...
1/13/09
Guyson Corp. has expanded its lineup of automated blasting systems with small-footprint models designed to meet the requirements of cell-based production. The RSSA-6/SF rotary blast machine is adaptable for such applications as deburring, cosmetic finishing, and technical surface preparation.
The...
1/13/09
Sellick Equipment Ltd. has introduced the STT80 tow forklift, designed for towing heavy or extremely large loads in rough terrain.
Available in both two- and four-wheel drive, the forklift has a lift capacity of 13,000 lbs. at 12-in. load center. It features an 8,000-lb. drawbar pull; a Dieselma...
1/13/09
The Oil Eater absorbent drip pan from Kafko Intl. is designed for leaks that are too large for an absorbent pad or that occur in tight spaces such as under machinery and pipes.
The plastic pan houses an eco-friendly absorbent pillow made of plant fibers and other reusable resources, states the m...
12/16/08
For OEM equipment and custom machinery, Baumer Ltd. has introduced DLRx load cells, which are sensors designed to measure force in a range of harsh industrial environments. Featuring IP65/IP67 protection and stainless steel housings, the load cell line delivers fast signal processing and accuracy to...
12/16/08
Kwik Mark Inc.'s KwikTurn rotary fixture is suitable for marking around cylindrical and multiple-sided parts. The modular construction features a base with an adjustable headstock and tailstock. The fixture can accommodate large and miniature products.
A hand-operated chuck requires no tools and ...
12/16/08
MTI Systems has introduced a feature-based cost estimating module within its Costimator software.
The current version, V9.0, provides users with feature-based cost models for machining and sheet metal fabrication. The software contains a comprehensive database of material speeds and feeds, work c...
12/16/08
Jetcam Intl. has introduced a comprehensive MRP system suitable for all types of manufacturing companies, from one-off and small-batch manufacturers to process manufacturers and high-volume/repetitive industries. It is compatible with the company’s CAM and nesting applications and provides tight int...
12/16/08
Strong Hand Tools™ manufactures the BuildPro™ series of welding tables. Designed for modular, simplified use, the table is constructed of precision, hardened steel plates with 5/8-in. holes in a 2-in. grid pattern. Each plate can be removed and reconfigured to extend the width of the table...
12/16/08
The Remstar MegaStation® vertical carousel is designed to occupy minimal floor space, increase productivity, and improve operator ergonomics in fabricating equipment applications, according to the manufacturer. The system comprises shelves that rotate up or down via the shortest path, automatic...
12/16/08
Fortress Interlocks has introduced the lockout scissor hasp for locking off dangerous machinery in the workplace.
Employees who use the lockout/tagout safety procedure can lock multiple padlocks onto the scissor hasp to secure dangerous machinery, preventing operators from powering up the machine...
12/16/08
B&K, a division of Formtek-Maine, has produced a 3.5 series precision parts leveler for a customer in Canada. The machine provides shape correction on boron-clad material coming off the rolling mill in thicknesses up to 0.330 in. and lengths up to 192 in. The leveler features a low passline height o...
11/11/08
United Air Specialists (UAS) has introduced two new digital pulse cleaning control panels to monitor differential pressure on its line of cartridge dust collectors. The digital pressure control (DPC) gauge is designed for on-demand cleaning and suitable for maximum performance when using advanced na...
11/11/08
Great Lakes Air Systems has introduced Plaser for metal cutting air filtration.
The unit is designed for the needs of the laser, plasma, and torch cutting industries. The complete, integral package includes filters, a blower, spark arresters, and electrical controls.
Turnkey installation and m...
11/11/08
Storch Magnetics manufactures the Magnetic Road Sweeper that uses either a permanent magnet or an electromagnet for vehicle-mounted applications to sweep industrial or commercial floors, work sites, roadways, construction sites, and other areas that require removal of ferrous materials.
Sweepers ...
11/11/08
SafeHold® RPL series permanent lifting magnets from Eriez® can lift and transfer steel and iron without slings, hooks, or cables, and without marring the surface. The magnets require minimal operating maintenance and allow users to lift more weight per volume of magnet, the company states....
11/11/08
Anver Corp. has introduced a compact, high-capacity vacuum lifter for heavy lifting applications requiring a small footprint.
The E4000M16 lifter incorporates all-welded steel construction with double spring suspensions that equally force each of the eight square vacuum pads onto the load and acc...
11/11/08
Guyson Corp. has introduced a compact, direct-pressure media delivery module available on several sizes of industrial manual cabinets. The 8-EP is the largest blast cabinet to be fitted with the pressure-blast system, the company states. The cabinet's direct-pressure blasting system accelerates medi...
11/11/08
BEX® SN4922 Clean-In-Place nozzles have a hole design that helps create solid streams that uniformly cover a 252-degree spherical pattern around the entire nozzle. The nozzles can distribute cleaning solutions, rinses, and air for drying, all from the same nozzle.
Available with a 1/4-in. th...
10/14/08
Synetik Design Inc. has developed a line of ergonomic seating products for welders.
The company's patented Stag4 and Flex chairs are designed to provide a safe, comfortable position while kneeling.
10/14/08
Henkel Corp. has introduced an industrial-strength, phosphate-free acid pickle, Bonderite® Deoxidine® 216™, designed to clean inorganic soils off of metal surfaces.
Formulated to thoroughly clean rust, laser scale, weld scale, and oxides while protecting the base metal, the acid ...
10/14/08
LPI® Lift Systems has introduced a large custom work platform used for loading flatbed trailers. The platform provides a fall prevention system and work area for staging the packing materials used in constructing shipping crates.
The platform measures 45 ft. long by 72 in. wide and extends f...
10/14/08
A & A Mfg. has released a new portable weld curtain. The curtain sets up and breaks down in seconds, according to the company, and can be transported to new workstations with its roller wheels.
When extended, maximum height is 72.0 in. Width is 74.5 in. When retracted, the curtain stands only 4 ...
10/14/08
Anver Corp. manufactures a compact, air-powered vacuum lifter that can be operated from any overhead hoist and features an adjustable pad attachment for lifting and installing heavy parts.
The VPFL4 series lifter runs on 72- to 90-PSI dry, clean shop air; can be operated from any overhead hoist; ...
10/14/08
Exair's 3-in. adjustable air amplifier moves high volumes of air to cool, vent, exhaust, and dry. The airflow can be adjusted from a blast to a breeze to match application requirements. There are no impellers or moving parts.
The amplifiers use the Coanda effect (a basic principle of fluidics) to...
10/14/08
Viking Blast & Wash Systems' welding gas cylinder reconditioning system, the GC440, removes rust, enamel paint, and other surface contaminants from gas cylinders ranging in size from 12 in. dia. to an SSPC-SP6 surface finish on a continuous-flow basis.
In an 8-hour day, the system can clean appr...
10/14/08
Gateway Safety's PeakFit® is a NIOSH-approved, N95 air-purifying respirator. The construction of the respirator produces a near custom fit and helps enhance user comfort and safety, the manufacturer states.
The respirator's contoured design and size are intended to help make breathing easier...
10/14/08
Honeywell Wintress offers the LETS Machine Interface (LMI), an operator terminal that enables information to be collected from production machines and fed to the company's Line Efficiency Tracking Software (LETS).
Installing and connecting one or more LMIs to LETS allows users to feed production ...
10/11/08
Honeywell Wintriss's flagship press automation controller, SmartPAC® comes standard with a built-in backup utility. The utility allows setup memory to be backed up over the Ethernet to a designated location on a user-selected server and later restored to the controller if an unforeseen incident...
10/11/08
Honeywell Wintriss offers a jog-scheduling module that provides enhanced capabilities for its Line Efficiency Tracking Software (LETS) production reporting system.
The scheduling module enables users to create a prioritized list of jobs to run on each machine throughout the factory, using a Web b...
10/11/08
Wearwell has introduced Grip Strips, which are slip-resistant strips that adhere to sponge-backed mats placed on smooth, polished, or painted floors. The antimicrobial polymer is permanently tacky. Only a few strips are needed, even in high traffic areas, states the manufacturer.
The strips are ...
9/16/08
Caldwell's adjustable load lifter has a lifting bail that adjusts to the correct center of gravity for balanced handling of different-sized loads. The throat opening adjusts for different load heights and, on the tri-adjustable model, the fork spread is adjustable.
The lifter also is equipped wit...
9/16/08
Greenerd Press & Machine Co. Inc. offers its pressport private online network for users of the company's presses that allows them to obtain real-time status of their press operations.
Users log in and view data from their presses via an Ethernet connection over a secure virtual personal network ...
9/16/08
MTC Software has updated and enhanced its drill, tap, and spindle operation support for ProNest, the company's nesting software for sheet and plate processing.
The specialized plug-in was developed specifically to handle the requirements of plasma and oxyfuel cutting machines that incorporate dri...
9/16/08
SensGard® SG31 combines a noise-reduction rating of 31 decibels with a lightweight design. The hearing protection is suitable for use in extreme-noise environments, including manufacturing plants, construction sites, airfields, and power and utility plants.
The equipment, which weighs less t...
9/16/08
AIM Joraco® has introduced a new line of package seam integrity/burst testers for offline, go/no-go inspection of food and medical product packaging. These testers complete the standard line of TOGGLE-AIRE® and DIRECT-AIRE pneumatic presses.
Models are available from hand-operated to au...
8/12/08
Steel King's new I-beam cantilever rack stores long, heavy, odd-shaped items such as die racks, piping, conduit, sheet metal, building materials, and spools of cable.
It has standard freestanding heights up to 20 ft., arm lengths up to 8 ft., and the capacity to hold bundle loads up to 6,000 lbs...
8/12/08
SafeHold® APL series lifting magnets from Eriez® lift and move steel sheets without direct attachment by slings, hooks, or cables.
The magnets are designed so that an operator is not required to release the magnet manually. This design makes them suitable for loading and unloading stee...
8/12/08
The CO2 Optics Group of Ophir Optronics Ltd. has introduced EZ-Pack packaging for industrial laser optics.
The packaging is composed of polyethylene terephthalate, a recyclable plastic widely used in the beverage industry. The lens practically "floats" within its enclosure, eliminating the need f...
8/12/08
ESTA manufactures the SRF-K series of mobile welding fume extraction units.
The K-10 mobile unit, designed for a single operator, features intermittent- and continuous-duty operations; welding of all types of materials; and extraction of soldering fumes. Operators can clean the filter manually or...
7/15/08
The Linemaster GEM is a round, low-profile foot switch with a cast-zinc, chrome-plated housing with an omnidirectional design built to help simplify use and extend service life. The foot switch line includes wired and unwired models, as well as versions with protective vinyl covers for special appli...
7/15/08
Exair's new mini reversible Drum Vac system is capable of vacuuming 5 gal. of liquid in less than 10 seconds, states the manufacturer. The pump empties the drum with the turn of a knob, helping eliminate the need for dumping. Users can vacuum coolant, hydraulic oils, spills, sludge, tramp oil, and w...
7/15/08
The RCS-1000 robotic nozzle cleaning station from American Weldquip is designed for spatter removal and nozzle cleaning in robotic applications. Integrated features allow operators to use the system with any make and model of robotic equipment, the company reports.
The station has a Thru the Cutt...
7/15/08
The Gortite— NT automated weld curtain from A&A Manufacturing features programmable control of acceleration, deceleration, and partial opening and closing. At its fastest speed, the motorized curtain can move at 2 m/sec.
The NT drive unit requires no limit switches and has a gearless direct...
7/15/08
MTI Systems has released Costimator OEM V9.0 cost estimating software. It gives users an expanded set of feature-based cost models for use in the system's feature-based costing methodology.
The feature library includes cost models for prismatic and cylindrical machined components, sheet metal fa...
6/17/08
Great Lakes Air Technologies offers the RoboVent PowerPro stand-alone CrossFlow air filtration system. With its small stature and flexible arm, the system can be placed almost anywhere in the work area without restricting overhead cranes..
The air filtration system combines the capabilities of th...
6/17/08
Proper Storage Systems Inc. offers powered, full-extension rollout shelves for storing dies, fixtures, and molds.
The shelves have capacities up to 20 tons each. The top of the unit has up to a 50-ton capacity. Shelf sizes are up to 250 in. wide by 96 in. deep. Units can be designed to customer r...
5/13/08
80/20 Inc. has added stainless steel leveling feet to its T-slotted aluminum framing system, the Industrial Erector Set®.
Eight 304 stainless steel bases, with or without floor-mount holes, are available from 1.181 in. dia. to 4.724 in. dia. with load capacities up to 8,800 lbs. and antislip...
8/7/07
Farr Air Pollution Control now offers its Gold Series® dust collector with a new explosion vent for applications involving explosive dust capture.
The X-vent is NFPA-approved and CD- and ATEX-certified. It has a multiribbed vent with negative static operating pressure of -80 in. and is de...
7/24/07
Weiler® Corp. has added several items to its line of maintenance products.
The comfort-grip hand scrub brush with polypropylene fill now comes with a contoured handle and rubber insert.
Two new scratch brushes are available: a V-groove wire model and a double-sided, plastic-handle model. ...
7/10/07
Laser Photonics has introduced its Fantom™ Series OEM CO2 laser marking and engraving kit for general industrial applications.
The kits, which come in 10-, 30-, 50-, and 100-W models, are based on the new generation of folded wave guide laser resonators; digital signal processor (DSP) contro...
3/13/07
The Weld-N-Go self-propelled welding truck from N-Go Industrial Trucks combines the power of a welding machine with turning agility and utility vehicle performance. It accommodates different welding machines and is powered using either the welder's own power or an optional onboard battery pack for s...
3/13/07
A leather palm and Kevlar® knit construction combine to make North Safety Product's Kevlar LEA Series Glove suitable for assemblers and fabricators.
The seamless knit glove reduces chafing and hand fatigue while providing the puncture, abrasion, and cut resistance necessary while performing...
3/13/07
Eaton Filtration LLC's Model 50 duplex basket strainer is designed to protect piping system components, such as meters, pumps, and instrumentation, from damage and helps prevent unscheduled downtime, the company says.
The strainer, which runs continuously, removes unwanted particulate matter from...
3/13/07
Landa has introduced a wireless remote for controlling the operation of a pressure washer from up to 300 ft. away. The LanCo system currently is available as a factory installed option on an expanding list of the company's hot and cold water pressure washers.
Three versions of the system that can...
2/13/07
Zontec Inc.'s Synergy 200, a mobile statistical process control (SPC) system, allows quality department members to move freely about the production facility while performing real-time SPC on a wireless portable PC.
The system, which provides instant feedback about manufacturing processes, include...
1/9/07
Donaldson® Torit® has introduced the WSO mist collector that filters water-soluble coolants, straight oil, and oily smoke with just a change of the filter cartridge to match the mist type.
The patent-pending Synteq™ XP media is an engineered blend of small and large fibers that use...
11/7/06
Cold Jet offers a dry ice blasting system that the manufacturer says is an efficient and environmentally safe process for the removal of excessive grease, sludge, sealants, and weld slag from production equipment.
The process uses solid CO2 media and thermal shock and kinetic energy to blast cont...
10/10/06
The 90-Line right-angle beam bender from Pinpoint Laser Systems® Inc. takes the reference laser beam and turns it 90 degrees.
The unit can be used to square machinery and equipment; set and adjust parallel tracks and rails; align web rollers, idlers, and reels; check gantry travel and positi...
9/12/06
Hotsy offers the HWE all-electric hot-water pressure washers for indoor industrial cleaning.
Water is heated in a stainless steel coil, submerged in a tank of water solution for instant hot water. They produce no noise or fumes. The compact units' water pressure ranges from 2,000 to 3,000 PSI and...
9/12/06
Scientific Technologies Inc. has developed a light-duty floor stand designed for mounting the company's line of light curtains as well as the PA4600 perimeter access guarding device.
The stand is available in sizes from 40 to 56 in. Mounting brackets and concrete mounting bolts are included. It i...
7/11/06
Dustvent Inc. has introduced the V series of dust and smoke collectors that gather smoke and medium- to fine-grain dust.
The units collect the pollutants in a first-stage filter and recirculate the clean air back into the building. An optional second-stage filter is available for fume removal. Qu...
7/11/06
The Lift Stik™ lifter transporter from Presto Lifts achieves a lift by a powered, continuous chain in the single mast.
A hand-held, push-button remote allows the user to lift or lower the platform from any side of the unit and at dual speeds for safe and efficient control. The lift is mecha...
6/13/06
Fortress Interlocks has introduced an option pod with keyswitch for its amGard modular safety gate switches, which helps to ensure that an operator can enter a hazardous area only when it is safe.
The switches combine both trapped key and gate switch technology to control access to equipment prot...
6/13/06
Sick Inc. offers the M4000 Advanced safeguarding system for point-of-entry applications for access protection to conveyor systems, palletizing equipment, and robotic workcells.
Using corner mirrors enables the system to protect up to four-sided applications such as an entire robot cell. No PC is ...
6/13/06
Battelle's Verity™ mesh-insensitive structural stress method is now included as a module within Safe Technology Ltd.’s fe-safe™ analysis software. The Verity methodology predicts the fatigue life of welded structures.
The software analyzes machined, forged, and cast components in steel,...
5/9/06
Universal Flow Monitors Inc. offers the CoolPoint™ vortex-shedding flowmeter with a stainless steel body for corrosion resistance.
The flowmeter is available in 316 SS construction for measuring and monitoring corrosive fluids and water with chemicals added. It can be equipped with Kalrez...
5/9/06
Birchwood Casey offers the INTERCEPT® SPS packaging, which provides a protective, corrosion-free zone around metal parts. The packaging material neutralizes and removes corrosive elements in the air around the part as it is stored without the use of chemicals.
The packaging is suitable for a...
4/11/06
A line of small square and rectangular inductive proximity and position sensors from Baumer Electric is designed for tight-spaced robotic, conveyor, and material handling applications.
Ranging in size from 4-mm square to 20-mm rectangular, the low-profile sensors are available in heights from ¼ ...
4/11/06
The FlexSwitch® FLT flow and level switch from Fluid Components Intl. provides monitoring, controlling, and alarming on flow rates or level of critical fluids such as water, air, gases, coolants, and lubricants.
The switch is a dual-function instrument that provides both flow and temperature...
4/11/06
GYG U.S.A. Inc. has introduced its third-generation Proform dry film lubricant specifically engineered to support the transition from mechanical roller application processes to computer-controlled electrostatic application technology.
The sheet metal stamping lubricant provides improved lubricity...
4/11/06
Landa Cleaning Systems offers the Power Scan Wash (PSW) hot water parts washer with a vertical spray column that oscillates, increasing the cleaning action and wash-water dwell time.
Parts are placed on a metal turntable that rotates within the enclosed cabinet while the vertical column oscillate...
4/11/06
The PWi PressWatch production monitor from Toledo Integrated Systems is a full-featured tonnaged monitor for press protection and quality control.
The monitor has a reverse tonnage display, storage for 100 jobs, computer interface for PressNet and TTGraph, top stop relay, e-stop relay, and a dust...
2/7/06
Ultra-Web® nanofiber cartridge filters from Donaldson® Torit® filter submicron dust at MERV 13 efficiency levels.
According to the manufacturer, the filter reduces emissions by 40 percent on 1-micron dust particles and 58 percent on 0.5-micron particles. The filter’s nanofiber tech...
2/7/06
The SL (Safety Lock) series of interlock switches from Scientific Technologies Inc. includes a large selection of actuator configurations with plastic or die-cast housings.
A rotatable head provides four actuator mounting positions for installation. A NEMA 4 enclosure allows the switches to withs...
2/7/06
The Hazmat Training Made Easier For All Employees program from J.J. Keller & Associates helps companies conduct required general awareness hazmat training and address function-specific and safety training needs.
A 25-minute, closed-captioned video (VHS or DVD) anchors the program by introducing b...
2/7/06
Bacou-Dalloz offers the Uvex® Protégé™ line of lightweight safety eyewear.
Weighing 27.5 g, the eyewear features a secure, wraparound brow that expands to accommodate a variety of users. The proprietary Floating Lens™ increases flexibility for better fit, the company reports.
T...
1/10/06
Bilsom® Leightning® Hi-Visibility earmuffs from Bacou-Dalloz Hearing Safety Group provide high attenuation and visibility in outdoor or low-light applications. They utilize Bilsom’s Air Flow Control™ technology.
The fluorescent green earcups contrast against dark backgrounds, and t...
12/13/05
The M4000 standard multiple light beam safety device from Sick Inc. offers mounting flexibility via three groove housing and swivel mount end caps. It protects a perimeter up to 70 m with beam spacing of 300, 400, 450, 500, and 600 mm.
The safety device is suitable for guarding robot cells, manu...
12/13/05
Adapt Laser Systems offers fume extraction systems manufactured by TEKA Filter Technology.
Fume and particle extraction systems are important in many laser surface treatment applications. When lasers are used without these devices, residue can accumulate on the laser’s optics, resulting in power ...
12/13/05
The Daubrite® 1 emitter packets from Daubert Cromwell prevent corrosion on metal parts that are packaged for storage or shipment.
The 1 ½- by 3-in. packet contains the company’s volatile corrosion inhibitor (VCI) chemistry that protects exposed metals inside enclosed spaces such as boxes, crates,...
12/13/05
Honeywell Wintriss Controls Group has introduced Info Center, a SmartPAC 2® option that eliminates the need for paper setup sheets by enabling press operators to display die and other information on the display.
Using built-in Ethernet connectivity, the software allows unlimited information, in...
3/8/05
AutoForm-DieDesigner version 4.0 software allows die engineers and toolmakers to create the tool design and die faces for secondary forming operations quickly and to analyze the complete sheet metal forming process, including springback, the company says.
The software allows process planners and de...
11/9/04
Advanced Tubular Technologies Inc., a software development company for the tube fabrication industry, recently released new versions of Benderlink designed to allow data to be transferred to and from MiiC benders.
The standard version of the software allows for transfer of data between Axila- and...
9/14/04
Lantek Systems Inc. offers Lantek Expert Punch and Lantek Expert II (cut and punch). Expert Punch is designed to enhance punch machines. Expert II is designed to automate programming of sheet metal cutting machines, including oxycut, plasma, laser, waterjet, and CNC punching machines. The software i...
7/13/04
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