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Value Priced Checkweigher For Washdown Applications
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Mettler-Toledo, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMettler-Tolede has released the A300, designed specifically for smaller packaging lines where space is at a premium. It can accomodate a variety of packages in a compact 30" of line space.
Lens Test Bench System
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Medical Design Technology | Product Releases | CommentsThe OS200B can test positive lenses, negative lenses, and afocal modules, and tests can be done at infinity or at finite conjugates. While the base system is configured for an on-axis testing, options are also available for off-axis testing.
Pressure Transducers Deliver High Performance
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Omega Eng. Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsEmploying the latest aerospace silicon technology, the PX309 series pressure transducers deliver accuracy at competitive prices.
Scanning Technology Delivers Throughput Gains
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Renishaw, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsRenscan5 motion control software delivers gains in coordinate measuring machine (CMM) inspection of critical and complex parts. Early adopters report 680% improvement on automotive cylinders heads and 922% faster processing of jet engine blisks.
AC/DC Switching Power Supplies Offer Compact, Performance-Packed Design
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Product Releases | CommentsProtek Power announces the PM300 series of 300 W, medical, AC/DC switching power supplies. The series has a universal 90-264 VAC input and 21 models with single, dual, triple, or quad outputs, ranging from 3.3 VDC to 48 VDC.
XYZ-Axis Stages Expanded
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Misumi Usa, Inc | Product Releases | CommentsMISUMI has announced the availability of over 40 new addistions to its line of XYZ-axis stages for machine builders and other high-precision motion systems. Many of these new stages offer a precise linear ball guide system.
Wire Management From Field Wiring to Process or Motion Controllers
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Phoenix Contact | Product Releases | CommentsFeaturing a contemporary industrial design, the Varioface Professional FTAs are available in ribbon, D-sub, OEM controller-specific and power distribution versions. The assemblies’ compact size meets the trend of smaller controllers and reduces space requirements in the control cabinet.
Class VI Adhesive is Optically Clear
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Master Bond, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMaster Bond has introduced UV10MED, a one component, low viscosity, optically clear, UV curable adhesive. The product offers superior adhesion to metals, glass, ceramics, and most plastics. It also has excellent chemical resistance properties and is resistant to many types of sterilants.
Two Series of Zero-Backlash Flexible Beam Couplings
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Ruland Manufacturing Co. | Product Releases | CommentsRuland offers two series' of couplings machined from a single piece of aluminum and feature multiple spiral cuts. The multiple cut design provides higher torsional stiffness and torque capabilities, and greatly reduced wind-up when compraed to a commodity type single beam coupling.
RE Connector Series Resolves Size and Need For Higher Frequency
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Product Releases | CommentsMolex Inc. has introduced a multi-port SSMCX system designed for cable-to-board applications and comes in 4 and 8 port options. They have incorporated a positive latch as well as holes in the PCB side that accomodate solder pins for added stability.
Ambient Light Sensor is Driving Need for Dual Sourcing
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Texas Advanced Optoelectronic Solutions, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsTAOS and Avago Technologies have worked together to produce a dual source for a family of ambient light sensors used in high-volume display applications, such as cell phones, computer monitors, and LCD displays.
Vision Sensor Inspects For Defects at any Position or Rotation of the Part
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Sick Ag | Product Releases | CommentsSICK has launched its Inspector Vision Sensor, an intelligent vision solution in an easy-to-use sensor package. No matter what angle, the product is able to verify completeness and quality, even if products vary in size by as much as 20%.
Multi-Channel Leak Detector
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Intertech Development Company | Product Releases | CommentsSix models are offered for either two or four-channel testing at high (0-10 psig), low (0-1 psig) or standard (0-3 psig) pressure. All models feature a transducer repeatability of 0.05% F.S.D., a transducer sensitivity of < 10-5 psi (STD), 0.
Line of Linear Actuators Introduced
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Pbc Linear | Product Releases | CommentsWith three different styles available, each actuator provides smooth and quiet linear guidance for a wide range of applications. Styles feature ball screw, lead screw, or belt drive options with each individual actuator having its own strengths and predisposition for certain applications.
Three Levels of Adhesive Strength for Customized Needs
August 12, 2008 8:14 am | Product Releases | CommentsTo assist tape converters and medical device manufacturers in meeting these high-quality
