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Dispensing Robot
February 8, 2006 5:56 am | I & J Fisnar, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe I&J7100 bench top Cartesian dispensing robot handles a dispensing area of 8 x 6 in. and is capable of storing up to 100 different programs. Step-by-step intuitive instructions simplify job creation tasks, allowing a program to be entered and running in minutes.
Pulsed UV Sterilization System
February 8, 2006 5:56 am | Xenon Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe SteriPulse-XL surface decontamination system employs pulsed UV light to sanitize the outside of packages containing sterile contents and prevents the introduction of microorganisms to a cleanroom or other sterile area.
MDT EXCLUSIVE: Medical Grade Power Strip
February 8, 2006 5:56 am | Interpower Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThis medical-grade accessory power strip is rated for a maximum 10 amps with service at 240 VAC. It is available with four or six sheet F outlets, a C14 inlet with connector lock, and a guard protected circuit breaker switch. The power strip has cURus recognition for sale in U.S.
Coordinate Measuring Machine (2745)
February 8, 2006 5:56 am | Carl Zeiss | Product Releases | CommentsThe Contura G2 coordinate measuring machine features the next generation scanning platform that offers the same high accuracy with either articulating or active scanning technology. It is available in two configurations: RDS and AKTIV.
Simulation Helps Cut Time to Design X-Ray Sources
February 8, 2006 4:19 am | Vector Fields | Product Releases | CommentsThe Project: Enhance the critical attributes of an x-ray system without adversely impacting the design time. The Solution: Use an electromagnetic simulation software solution to evaluate the proposed design. By Dr.
Emphasis on Motion Control: Turning to Ball Screw Technology
February 7, 2006 5:39 am | Skf Usa Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsPrecise motion control is critical in a number of medical devices. Unfortunately, with the many options available to manufacturers, it is often difficult to know which solution is ideal for a particular application.
Emphasis on Motion Control: New Accuracy Measurements Ensure Smooth Motion in High-Tech Medical Machines
February 7, 2006 5:39 am | Bosch Rexroth Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsImproved accuracy measurement in linear ball rail system benefits medical applications such as imaging, radiation treatment, and bone density measurement. This exclusive article examines common concerns with traditional rail systems and how this new technology offers a solution to them.
Emphasis on Laser Equipment: Advances in Laser Welding Systems
February 7, 2006 5:39 am | Miyachi Unitek Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsRequiring exceptional precision in their welding processes, medical device manufacturers are looking to laser technology experts to provide a system that enables such a high degree of accuracy.
Emphasis on Corporate Culture: Embracing Quality System Compliance in Corporate Culture
February 7, 2006 5:39 am | Proven Process Medical Devices | Product Releases | CommentsCorporate culture plays an enormous role on the productivity of a company's workforce, yet it is an aspect that is seldom considered as a method with which to improve efficiency.
Supporting an Outsourcing Strategy With PLM
February 7, 2006 5:00 am | Agile Software Corp | Product Releases | CommentsOn the cover: Dave Hart, project manager for Haemonetics Corp., monitors the product record, managed with Agile PLM. Haemonetics is a global company engaged in the design, manufacture, and worldwide marketing of automated blood processing systems.
Chemical Resistant Tubing
February 6, 2006 10:30 am | Parker Texmed | Product Releases | CommentsA full line of chemical resistant tubing products extruded from TexFluor PTFE, FEP, PFA, or MFA is available for use in material handling applications such as delivery systems.
Actuator (2727)
February 6, 2006 10:30 am | Tolomatic, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsIn most applications, the B3W series electric belt drive actuator can be used as a direct drop-in replacement for the B3B actuator, allowing users to accelerate larger loads faster without additional cost. It is designed for high wear resistance, repeatable accuracy, and high load capacities.
Camera (2729)
February 6, 2006 10:30 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe miniature, high resolution, progressive scan, “ice-cube-size” CCD camera family—the IK-52V (1/2 inch) and IK-53V (1/3 inch) are 29 mm ³ and weigh only 45 grams each. Both feature VGA resolution. The 659 x 494 pixels feature horizontal resolution at 500 TV lines.
Torque Brushless Motor
February 6, 2006 10:30 am | Maxon Precision Motors, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe “EC 45 4-pole” delivers the performance and lifetime of a brushless motor. A powerful 4-pole neodymium magnet provides high torque without a gearhead. The motors are electronically commutated thus enabling extremely long motor life, since there are simply no mechanical brushes to wear out.
Screen Printing Machine (2723)
February 6, 2006 10:30 am | Systematic Automation Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThis fully automated screen printing machine is designed for use with injection molding robots. The machine dial is specially made to match the number of cavities in the injection mold. The injection mold unload robot first takes the printed and UV cured products off the machine dial.
