Product Profiles
rp 2004/401

LEVEL SWITCHES
for extreme powder or fluff applications

Designed for the challenges of working with extremely light or fluffy products or bulk solids that tend to pack or bridge easily, the Dynatrol® G-series level detectors provide accurate high, mid or low point level detection. The extra-sensitive detectors are solidly constructed for a long operating life. With no moving parts, they require no adjustments, calibrations or maintenance and are easy to install.

Automation Products, Inc.
 

rp 2004/402

IEEE MODULE
expands machine vision connectivity

The PXI-8252 is an IEEE 1394 host adaptor that delivers PXI/CompactPCI connectivity to a wide range of industrial, machine vision cameras. The module features three IEEE 1394 ports, delivers 12W of power and supports data rates up to 400 Mb/s. The module, along with NI-IMAQ for IEEE 1394 driver software, creates an easy interface for image acquisition in various software environments including NI LabVIEW, Microsoft Visual Basic and C/C++. Engineers can use NI-IMAQ for IEEE 1394 to configure, control and acquire images from any IID
C-compliant IEEE 1394 camera.

National Instruments
 

rp 2004/403

VORTEX MEASURING SYSTEM
offers advanced capabilities

The PROline Prowirl vortex flowmeter is suitable for most varied steam, gas and liquid applications. It is CSA IS or XP approved for Zone 0 to Zone 2 locations. The heart of the vortex meter is its patented capacitive DSC sensor. The sensor paddle projecting into the pipe is deflected by the vortices generated at the bluff body. Vibrations up to 1 g, clogging fluids, pressure shock, or even extreme fluctuations in temperature do not affect the measurement. For high-pressure applications, the sensors are equipped with secondary containment. Process temperatures from -200 to +400°C can be accommodated and interfaces to HART, PROFIBUS-PA or FF are available in some versions.

Endress+Hauser
 

FAST ACTION BOLT RELEASER
works in just minutes

Cold Shock is a new, innovative fast action bolt releaser that works in just minutes in most difficult applications, such as manifolds or equipment exposed to salt water. The Cold Shock formula creates an intensive cold which cracks the rust, allowing the high performance lubricant to penetrate deeply between the seized parts. Cold Shock allows disassembling of seized parts in only minutes, without breaking any equipment and by saving time and in most cases by eliminating the usage of the torch.

Walter
 

rp 2004/405

SERVO AMPLIFIERS AND DRIVES
tailored to perfectly fit application needs

Advanced Motion Controls announces the availability of custom designs to drive brushless and brush type linear and rotary motors and actuators for OEM needs. They have the capability to customize connectors, number of axes, power range, feature set, functionality, diagnostics, packaging, I/O, size, etc. Available voltages range from 20-400 VDC and output current capability is up to 120 A peak. Various commands and interfaces are available for many industries including semiconductor, medical, defense, textiles, factory automation, electronics packaging, machine tool, pharmaceuticals, packaging, converting, entertainment, assembly, robotic, fitness, material handling, printing and data storage.

Electromate Industrial Sales Limited
 

rp 2004/408

AUTOMATIC BLOWER
provides mobile air supply

The Airpower™ Mobile-Aire 100 to 500 CFM automatic blower provides quiet and virtually vibration-free performance. Its features include 500 CFM max flow portable air compressor, 100 inch WC, higher air output -- 500 SCFM @ 50 inch WC/200 SCFM @ 100 inch WC; three motor sizes: 3, 5 and 7.5 hp, self-contained with motor start or CFD. It can support 72 inch air knife or 48 inch air knife and blow-off nozzle. Single shafted totally enclosed fan cooled (TEFC) and Explosion-proof (XP) models are available. The blower packages assure smooth running and properly regulated air-drying, air blow-off, aeration and agitation systems.

Votron
 

rp 2004/407

SEALING PLUGS
protect threaded ports

The series UT, MT and BT sealing plugs protect unified, metric and BSP threaded ports. Each plug features a unique and integral Tight Fit™ sealing lip along with five complete threads. This design prevents contaminants from entering or fluid escaping fittings or ports without using an o-ring. All three series of these plugs can be inserted and removed by hand, with a screwdriver or a socket wrench. The MT and BT series are moulded of superior strength Nylon 6, to help prevent cracking or splitting. The UT series is moulded of high density polyethylene or optionally available in Nylon 6.

Caps'n Plugs
 

rp 2004/406

FLEXIBLE SHOCK TRACK SYSTEM
for birds

The Shock Track electric track system is low profile, virtually invisible and effective on all species of birds. Its patented design prevents water from damming/
building up behind it and creating mosquito habitat and eventually shorting out the system. Shock Track is flexible and will turn, corner and bend in any direction. Fast and easy to install, it attaches easily on any surface. Available in grey or beige, it comes in convenient, easy to cut 100 ft rolls.

Bird-B-Gone
 

ROLLCOATER
for foam

A special rollcoater has been designed for coating pieces of foam or other parts with water-based adhesives. The machine has a driven feedroll which can be adjusted to coat parts up to 4" thick. It is available in widths from 3" to 15". The machine can be used to apply water-based adhesives such as PVA resin cements or latex cements and can also be used to apply ultraviolet cured adhesives.

Adhesive Application Systems Inc.
 

rp 2004/409

DUST COLLECTOR
features advanced technology

The ULTRA-FLOW cartridge dust collector handles all types of dusts and fumes from welding, grinding, polishing and many other finishing operations. It works equally well to collect metal, wood, plastic dusts. The modular design can be easily sized for any air volume requirements and allows the user to add on later when job conditions change. The filters are self-cleaned by an automatically actuated advanced design reverse flush system. The cleaning system requires 40-70% less compressed air, while cleaning 100% of the filter element. The unique inlet arrangement eliminates the need for pre-filters or cyclones and resists  wear from abrasive dusts.

QAM
 

rp 2004/412

EXPRESS PROGRAM
speeds mezzanine design and installation

The EXPRESS MEZZ Program provides an easy and fast way to order and install a free-standing mezzanine. To speed the installation process, the EXPRESS MEZZ program will, for a premium, guarantee shipment of the complete, easy-to-assemble mezzanine within two weeks of signed approval plans. The plans will be sent to the customer for approval in 48 hours or less of the order being placed, showing precisely how the mezzanine will be configured. The service just requires details of the existing building structure and an idea of the additional space requirements. The mezzanines include simple connectivity and pre-engineered stairs for strength and stability. The handrail is easily cut to size and reattached without welding. The handrail post design eliminates the need for notching the deck surface on installation. A variety of deck surfaces will  meet all needs.

Cogan Ltd.
 

rp 2004/410

BENCHTOP FLUID DISPENSER
applies consistent amounts of fluids that change viscosity

The Ultra™ 2800 series positive displacement fluid dispensers apply accurate, consistent amounts of 2-part epoxies and other assembly fluids that change viscosity during the dispensing process. The dispensers reduce rework and rejects, minimize waste and improve productivity by dispensing the same amount of material every time, providing more deposits from a given quantity of material and eliminating the need to adjust settings to compen  sate for changes in fluid viscosity. The 2800 series dispensers are mechanical, electrically operated systems and do not require the use of compressed air.

EFD Inc.
 

rp 2004/411

CIRCUIT BALANCING VALVES
have compact and versatile design

The Armstrong 1/2" to 2" balancing valves have five full 360° turns from open to closed, providing unparalleled flow control. The balancing valves can be installed with the measuring ports facing up or down. The non-rising handles of these new CBVs ensure that the overall valve height remains the same from fully open to completely closed.

S.A. Armstrong Limited
 

rp 2004/423

SIZE 11 NON-CAPTIVE ACTUATOR
features quiet and maintenance-free operation

The size 11 non-captive linear actuator is the smallest commercially available hybrid linear actuator on the market. Built for long life, it features engineering thermoplastics in the rotor drive nut and a stainless steel Acme lead screw. This non-captive hybrid linear actuator is available in a wide variety of resolutions ranging from .003175 mm to .0508mm per step and delivers thrusts of up to 11.5 Kg. Applications requiring precise positioning and rapid motion are best suited for this motor. Typical applications include medical equipment, X-Y tables, automation of any kind, valve control and many more.

Haydon Switch & Instrument Inc.
 

rp 2004/425

AUTOMATIC DOOR OPENERS
add protection to existing machinery

ATD automatic door openers protect operators from injury and help maintain productivity by automatically opening and closing machine tool doors. This only automatic door opening system is specifically designed for field retrofit on existing machinery. Their safe, ergonomic design protects operators of automatic machining equipment from crushing and repetitive motion injuries. They automatically reverse when objects are detected in their path. The operators incorporate a pre-programmed control module that is easy to use. Several input and output commands are available, and they can be wired into the machine's controller to close the door, or a simple on-off circuit can be used. The system can also feed back key out puts and messages to the machine controller.

A & A Mfg. Co., Inc.
 

DRIVER
for DeviceNet cards

The Cogent driver for SST 5136-DNP (DeviceNet) cards is available for Linux, QNX 6 and QNX 4, and it works with ISA and PCI cards. It starts up from a configuration file and provides interactive debugging over the network. The driver offers simultaneous support for both master (Group 2 client) and slave (Group 2 server) modes.

Cogent Real-Time Systems
 

   

Canadian Industrial Equipment News April 2004

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