Product Releases
Inhibit Antimicrobial Concentrates and Compounds
June 19, 2013 5:19 pm | by MDT Staff | CommentsInfinity Compounding has launched its new line of INHIBIT antimicrobial concentrates and compounds. The new INHIBIT antimicrobial additives are based on silver functionalized clay and prevent growth of bacteria, fungus and other microorganisms in a variety of applications.
Safety Light Curtain Variants Withstand Harsh Washdown Applications
June 19, 2013 3:15 pm | by MDT Staff | CommentsSICK announced the launch of the C4000 Palletizer Advanced and the M4000 Standard in IP 69K housings for washdown applications. In addition, the C4000 Micro in an IP 69K housing is now available in lengths up to 1800 mm and has an increased scanning range of up to 14.5 m.
100/200 Barcode Readers Feature 2DMax+ Technology
June 19, 2013 2:43 pm | by MDT Staff | Cognex Corp. | CommentsCognex has integrated advanced 2DMax+ code reading software technology into the compact DataMan 100 and 200 fixed-mount barcode readers. With 2DMax+, the readers can now identify and decode severely damaged or poorly marked 2-D matrix codes.
Ergonomics Handbook Helps Eliminate Health Hazards
June 19, 2013 2:04 pm | by MDT Staff | CommentsWorking with a microscope for several hours a day demands a high degree of concentration and strains users’ eyes and posture muscles. If workstations and the microscope itself are designed ergonomically, this strain may be reduced considerably.
Compact One-Piece Antenna Contact Technology
June 18, 2013 5:13 pm | by MDT Staff | Autosplice, Inc. | CommentsAutosplice has introduced a new series of compact surface mount contacts for antenna applications in mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. The new single-piece contact designs are ideally suited for Near Field Communications Antenna requirements as well as other grounding applications within wireless communications designs.
Laboratory Testing Inc. Offers New Radiography Capabilities
June 18, 2013 5:00 pm | by MDT Staff | CommentsLaboratory Testing has announced the expansion of services available for X-ray inspection, also called radiography or radiographic testing. The laboratory’s Nondestructive Testing Department now performs computed radiography with a Carestream Industrex HPX-1 Digital System, in addition to conventional film radiography.
Medical-Grade TPEs Provide Real-World Alternative
June 18, 2013 4:49 pm | by MDT Staff | Teknor Apex Company | CommentsNew technologies have been announced that combine the advantages of thermoplastic elastomers over PVC, the quality benefits of calendering, and the sealing efficiency of radio frequency welding. These technologies will be highlighted by Teknor Apex Company at MD&M East.
Ultra-small 7S Series of 7mm Incremental Rotary Encoders
June 18, 2013 4:21 pm | by MDT Staff | CommentsNemicon continues to push the envelope in high-performance miniaturization with its 7S Series Incremental Rotary Encoder. At just 7.2mm in diameter, and based on Nemicon’s successful line of 18mm and 12mm diameter miniature encoders, the 7S Series shaft type encoder features high resolution, high noise immunity and high reliability.
Connectors with Crimp Termination
June 18, 2013 10:46 am | by MDT Staff | Binder Usa | CommentsBinder-USA has announced the addition of crimp termination to a variety of M16 connectors. Expanding the M16 product line with crimp termination will offer more options for factory production and increase productivity by simplifying assembly of the connectors.
Durable, Broad Spectrum Optics
June 18, 2013 10:34 am | by MDT Staff | Meller Optics, Inc. | CommentsCustom sapphire optics that are unaffected by most body fluids, acids and alkalis, transmit over a broad spectrum, and can be precision fabricated are available from Meller Optics. Meller Sapphire Optics for medical instruments are superior to most other materials because of the inherent durability of sapphire which is Moh 9 hardness...
Meters for Simple, Cost Effective Material Flow Control
June 18, 2013 9:56 am | by MDT Staff | Nordson Corporation | CommentsTruFlow meters from Nordson enable monitoring and control of material flow during all phases and line speeds of production for nonwovens, book and product assembly, as well as for packaging applications. This variation management capability allows manufacturers to measure, understand, and improve material delivery and dispensing...
Microporous Polymers Die Cut Sheets, Rods, Tubes
June 17, 2013 5:32 pm | by MDT Staff | CommentsCustom die cut microporous PTFE, polyethylene, and polypropylene polymers for a wide variety of barrier, filtration, and vacuum, applications are available from Interstate Specialty Products. ISP Microporous Polymers feature a three-dimensional pore structure that comes in a wide range of pore sizes from 1 to 195 microns.
Horizontal Flow Wrapper
June 14, 2013 5:25 pm | by MDT Staff | Campbell Wrapper Corp. | CommentsThe Campbell Pioneer Horizontal Flow Wrapper features a sanitary modular design with cantilevered components. Cutting head, film, and infeed servo motors with timing belt drives provide reliable, maintenance-free operation. The Allen-Bradley ControlLogix 5000 Series PLC provides exceptional control of machine functions.
IV Flow Regulator
June 14, 2013 5:17 pm | by MDT Staff | Qosina | CommentsQosina is now offering an IV Flow Regulator (Part #21293) with an easy-to-turn ridged dial that facilitates quick and accurate flow rate adjustment. Latex-free and DEHP-free, the ivory ABS regulator features a clear silicone gasket. The clearly marked blue flow indicators (5 to 250 ml/ hour) ensure a more reliable infusion rate than other gravity driven components.
250W Convection-Cooled Power Supply
June 14, 2013 5:11 pm | by MDT Staff | Tdk - Lambda Americas | CommentsTDK Corporation has announced the release of TDK-Lambda’s new CUS250LD series low profile AC-DC power supplies. These single-output supplies provide 250-watts of output power with convection cooling (no fans required).
