ELECTRONIC PRESSURE SWITCH for alarm and shutdown applications

The ONE series 2-Wire electronic switch provides a process display, diagnostic information and a switch output, on a single twisted pair of wires, connecting to a discrete digital input channel of a PLC or DCS. Its design allows the unit to power and switch itself using the same two wires. The unit's power requirements are extremely low and allow the 2-Wire to scavenge current without the PLC knowing it's there. Suitable for intrinsically safe applications, it can be interfaced with a wide variety of both passive and galvanic-isolated IS barriers with low leakage current.

United Electric Controls (Canada) Ltd.

ECCENTRIC GEAR STAMPING PRESSES meet varied load and accuracy requirements

The MPE2 and MPE4 eccentric gear mechanical presses are configured to optimize stamping operations that have varying load and accuracy requirements, including blanking, forming, drawing, deep draw, progressive dies and transfer dies. The presses offer a tonnage range of 300 to 2000 tons and are available in bed sizes from 72" x 48" to 240" x 108". Stroke length is 6" to 48". Complete press control systems can include tonnage monitoring, die protection and production statistic reporting.

Press Technology Corp.

FREQUENCY INVERTERS for many applications

The DF5 and DF6 ranges of frequency inverters offer functional technology such as automatic voltage monitoring, integral PID control and direct thermistor input, together with the simplicity of an integrated control potentiometer and start/stop buttons. They can be used in a wide range of applications, from pumps and fans to conveying and packaging. The DF5 range of frequency inverters is rated from 0.18 to 7.5kW from a single or three-phase power supply at 230V or from a three-phase power supply at 460V. The DF6 range is available with power ratings from 0.75 to 132kW from a three-phase supply at 460V.

Moeller Electric Inc.

ROTARY DISPENSING TABLE automates circular dispensing process

RT404-FLEX can save time in automating a circular dispensing process such as dispensing sealants and adhesives in the assembly of speaker coils and cones. It provides automatic Z-axis dispensing with an adjustable angular approach to the rotating object. Controlled, automatic deposits provide consistent production and a hygienic work environment, reducing mistakes and costly overwork.

I & J Fisnar Inc.

ULTRASONIC SENSORS for a variety of applications

The versatile US20 Self Contained Ultrasonic Sensors are reliable, user adjustable, require little or no maintenance and are easy to install. They provide a sensing range from 1 ft to  20 ft, work on solids or liquids and provide digital, analog and trip point outputs. These ultrasonic sensors function extremely well in harsh environments. They can detect presence, level, volume, proximity and distance measurements making them suitable for any number of sensing applications, including industrial automation, collision avoidance, equipment positioning, tank measurement and control and environmental monitoring. The sensors are serial interface programmable with free software for Windows, DOS or Palm operating systems.

Scientific Technologies Inc.

HAND-HELD MECHANICAL TESTER evaluates properties of materials and components

The In-Spec 2200 Hand-Held mechanical tester is equipped with a DeWalt® battery and is ideal for any application where it is more efficient to bring the tester to the specimen than to bring the item to a lab. The hand-held tester easily converts between two test modes: "push-pull" and "tension-compression". In the push-pull mode, the force is reacted against the object itself, like pulling a connector off of a PC board. In the tension-compression mode, the force is reacted against a built-in crosshead. In both operational modes, the tester applies load or displacement at known, repeatable speeds to ensure consistent testing and results.

Instron Corporation

RUGGED INCREMENTAL ENCODER for heavy duty applications

The HD25 Heavy Duty Incremental Encoder features a rugged die-cast housing with IP66 protection and a heavy-duty shaft. It features resolutions up to 10,000 ppr and provides up to 300/600 kHz frequency response. Interface options with supply voltage of +5-26 VDC include Differential Line Driver (RA422), High Voltage Line Driver, Open Collector and Push-Pull. The HD25 features industry standard size 25 mounting via a square or servo flange, or face mount.

Stegmann, Inc.

LASER TWIN SENSOR for high speed/high accuracy applications

Designed for tight spots and demanding industrial applications, the compact and rugged Laser Twin Sensor tracks object displacements or running profile changes at extremely high speeds of up to 200 kHz. The sensor also resolves thickness variations as fine as 0.007um when averaged at 100 Hz and realizes accuracies in microns and resolutions in sub-microns. It also features a small laser spot size of 30 micrometers in diameter, large observation angle of 43 degrees and stand-off of 15 mm or 30 mm. The sensor also has the ability to automatically compensate for differences in the object's color and surface, the ability to track the smallest pits, surface textures and sharp increases in object height and the capability to measure both on frosted and furbished surfaces.

LMI Selcom

TOOLHOLDING SYSTEM features companion chipbreakers

The Seco-Carboloy MDT holder and chipbreakers are designed for deep grooving and cut off operations including side turning. The holder offers excellent surface finish on roughing and finishing applications. The MC chipbreakers offer very low cutting forces, reducing the risk of vibration and are available with setting angles of 6° and 15°, eliminating workpiece burrs. The MC chipbreaker comes in four grades.

Seco Tools Canada Inc.

PC-BASED CONTROL for cutting machines

The Vision LE™ PC-based control is designed specifically for cutting machines. It is ideal for small to mid size gantries, cantilever machines, duct cutters and for updating and retrofitting older cutting machine equipment. The graphical based Vision LE offers standard features such as high-speed motion control, over 60 standard shapes, step and repeat commands, part rotation and adjusting the kerf on the fly. A program parking feature allows you to interrupt a current job, move to a new location, cut a different part, then pick up the first job where it left off.

ESAB Cutting Systems

SAFETY LIGHT CURTAINS for automotive environments

The MegaSafe® MG4600 series Safety Light Curtains come with a complete features set and are designed to meet the stringent safeguarding requirements for automotive applications. They are available in 20 mm, 30 mm and 50 mm resolution, provide protected heights from 435mm to 2086 mm depending on system resolution and offer a 20 meter sensing range. Control reliable circuitry eliminates the need for a separate controller and patented individual Beam indicators simplify alignment. Additional features include field-replaceable safety relays and weld shield, Floating Blanking to block up to two beams anywhere in the zone and Exact Channel Select to permanently block selected beams where machine parts will obstruct a portion of the zone.

Scientific Technologies Inc.

VIBRATION CONTROL PADS prepackaged for free-standing machines

AirLoc® PAD-PAK® vibration control pads are pre-engineered and prepackaged to provide  the proper leveling and loading for machines having four points of support. Offered in 45 Durometer neoprene for low frequency applications and 70 Durometer nitrile to provide high dampening, each vibration control pad set contains four base pads and four shim leveling pads. Featuring a cross pattern on the tops and bottoms to assure a stable, non-slip surface for heavy machinery, the pads come in sizes ranging from 2" to 10" sq. and varying thickness, to support overall machine weights ranging from 200 to 20,000 lbs. The base pads can be stacked, separated by shim pads, for increased deflection.

AirLoc

VACUUM CONVEYORS for pharmaceutical, food and dairy industries

The C-series of vacuum conveyors is ideal for applications in the pharmaceutical, food and dairy industries. Powered by pneumatically driven vacuum pumps, these conveyors safely and quietly transport up to 5-6 tons/hour of powders and granules in virtually any manufacturing or processing environment. The conveyors are made of stainless steel AISI 316L and can cope with the most demanding circumstances. The filter design can trap particles down to 0.3 microns and can be equipped with a HEPA filter.

PIAB

SCREW RAIL saves space

The ScrewRail™ combines drive and support/guidance components in a single, compact coaxial design to save space. It is used in applications for a number of industries, including medical, data storage, semiconductor, industrial machinery, printing/plotting and general automation. By eliminating the need for external rail-to-screw alignment, the ScrewRail simplifies the design, manufacturing and assembly of motion systems. The unit comprises a precision rolled lead screw, supported by sealed bearings and contained within a concentric steel guide rail, that drives an integrated nut/bushing.

Kerk Motion Products

CLAMPING SYSTEM solves workholding challenges

The StrongHold™ clamping system allows customers to secure their hydraulic systems solutions from a single source. The product line includes Swing/Pull clamps with holding capacities up to 4500 lbs including a family of "live roller" swing clamps that offer increased service life in tough applications. The clamps come in a wide range of mounting, plumbing and body style options, including threaded body, block body, cartridge and manifold mount. Single-acting and double-acting versions are also available.

DE-STA-CO

PRECISE LENGTH/BREAKAGE PROBE sets length and detects breakage

The Z-Nano is a precise, fast and automatic probe for tool length setting and breakage detection. It features precise linear movement, exact ±0.002 mm parallelity between measuring face and mounting face and a minimal torque-free 2.5N measuring force which permits even the smallest, most delicate of tools -- to less than 0.2 mm in diameter -- to be measured. Measurement data is transmitted directly to the machine CNC via a protected conduit connector cable, which may be mounted horizontally or vertically. Software with proven NC routines and cycles is compatible with all major control systems.

Blum LMT, Inc.

PNEUMATIC SPRAY APPLICATORS dispense hot melt adhesives

Loctite® Hysol® 175-SPRAY and 175-SPRAY-HT applicators cover large areas with adhesive. The 175-SPRAY unit achieves 180°C temperatures for dispensing EVA hot melts, while the 175-SPRAY-HT achieves 195°C temperatures for polyamide hot melt dispensing. Both 500-watt units feature adjustable flow controls to tailor spray patterns and patented spray technology for small or large spray patterns. The units are lightweight, well balanced and ergonomically designed for operator comfort and application control. Pneumatically powered actuation reduces operator fatigue.

Henkel Loctite Corporation

SCREWLESS WIRE CONNECTOR provides alternative to soldering

The two-position vertical screwless wire connector is a cross between a conventional board mount wire connector and a terminal block. Vertical screwless connectors can be used in lighting products, garage door openers, HVAC controls, security systems, vending machines and gaming products. 18 AWG solid or tinned stranded wire may be used with this product for poke in termination. The contacts may be re-terminated up to five times and carry a 2A current rating. The connector contacts are spaced on 3.5mm on staggered centerlines and provide a 600 VAC rating. The connector features a secondary retention post and kinked contact legs to provide PCB retention before and during wave solder.

Tyco Electronics

Canadian Industrial Equipment News March 2003