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Machine Vision System (3017)
May 2, 2006 8:28 am | The Value Engineering Alliance | Product Releases | CommentsThis PC-based automated insert/outsert counting system, Count Accura, is used in the printing and packaging segments of pharmaceutical and medical manufacturing operations.
Snap-Acting Switches
May 2, 2006 8:28 am | Apem Components, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsRoHS compliant and featuring silver contacts, the durable MDB Series of microminiature snap-acting switches is rated for 100,000 cycles under load and 1,000,000 mechanical cycles. The series is ideal for a wide range of applications that require a position-sensing device, including hospital beds.
Silicone Dispensing Tube
May 2, 2006 8:28 am | Watson Marlow Pumps Group | Product Releases | CommentsPumpsil-D platinum silicone dispensing tube is specially formulated and designed specifically for high accuracy dispensing applications in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Level Detection Sensor
May 2, 2006 8:28 am | Turck Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsLevelprox, a non-invasive ultrasonic sensor that provides point level detection of liquids through metal containers, now has FM approval.
Quick Disconnects
May 2, 2006 8:28 am | Beswick Engineering Co., Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThis ultra-miniature M3 threaded quick disconnect assembly is comprised of a brass internal end and a stainless steel external end. The entire assembly weighs only 3.4 grams. The internal end is designed with an automatic shut-off valve and an M3 internal thread. It is only about 16.
Micro Drives
May 2, 2006 8:28 am | Maxon Precision Motors, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe motors in the micro drive product range include brushless and brush DC motors with diameters between 6 to 10 mm, the design of which brings substantial benefits to customers.
Forecast Series Presents: Top Technologies
May 2, 2006 5:49 am | Medical Design Technology | Product Releases | CommentsTop Technologies Medical devices involve multiple technologies, from metallurgy to microprocessors.
Fluoroplastic Introducers
April 18, 2006 7:27 am | Product Releases | CommentsFluoroplastic tipped tubes are available to be used as IV or needle introducers. These tubes are designed with a tapered and/or beveled end to assist in the insertion of IVs and facilitate the transfer or extraction of fluids and can be laser marked for identification purposes.
Slide Switch
April 18, 2006 6:57 am | Eao Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe RoHS compliant 1K2 is a high quality changeover slide switch recommended for PCB configuration applications. The switch occupies a board space measuring only 10 x 2.5 mm with a height of 4.5 mm excluding actuator. It is available with 2.
Power Supply (2991)
April 18, 2006 6:57 am | Hitek Power | Product Releases | CommentsThe HTK Series of single-output, low-voltage, switch-mode power supplies offer a wide choice of case type, output connectivity, and front panel coupled with a choice of 11 output voltages between 3.3 and 54 V. The HTK300 units offer a maximum output power of 198 W for the 3.
Rapid Prototyping System
April 18, 2006 6:57 am | Stratasys Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Arcam EBM S400 is a rapid manufacturing and prototyping system that makes 100% solid metal parts. The highly efficient system produces metal parts three to five times faster than other additive fabrication methods.
Centrifuge
April 18, 2006 6:57 am | Efd Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsProcessMate 5000 centrifuge is a fast, simple, and cost-effective way to purge medium- to high-viscosity fluids like epoxies, greases, and silicones of bubbles and air pockets that can affect shot-to-shot consistency in pneumatic dispensing processes.
Swivel Casters
April 18, 2006 6:57 am | Revvo Caster Company, Inc | Product Releases | CommentsAvailable in 12 twin-wheel models, the TwinTech Combi total lock swivel caster range is designed for medical equipment, hospital beds and stretchers, and for other applications requiring dependable performance combined with design style.
Precision Linear Stages
April 18, 2006 6:57 am | Nanomotion, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe FB Series line of precision linear stages uses ceramic servo motors. The series is available in a wide range of sizes, with slides as narrow as 50 mm and up to 150 mm wide. All stages are based on crossed roller bearings and are provided with a non-contact linear encoder.
Stepper Drives (2993)
April 18, 2006 6:57 am | Applied Motion Products | Product Releases | CommentsThe STAC6-Q stepper drives feature Q programming—a comprehensive programming language with options for downloading, storing, and executing multiple programs with a single drive. They provide current output from 0.5 to 6.
