The Ultra V™ solids handling, self-priming centrifugal pump series is available in a variety of sizes. When system requirements exceed the Ultra V's performance range of a single stage pump, it can be configured with a second stage -- the UltraMate -- that increases maximum pressure up to 300 percent. The UltraMate is mounted directly to the discharge of the Ultra V through an innovative transition chamber that reduces the loss associated with conventional series connected pumps. The unique mount minimizes the footprint of the pump as well.

The Gorman-Rupp Company

The Decontactor Series plugs and receptacles now facilitate compliance with lockout/tagout requirements. Only a lock and tag are needed to ensure that a Decontactor plug is properly locked out and tagged out -- no additional mechanisms are required. Other Decontactor safety features include short circuit ratings that protect users in fault conditions up to 100 kA; a safety shutter on the receptacle that prevents access to live parts to all but the correct mating plug and CSA switch ratings which permit utilization of a Decontactor as a 'line of sight' disconnect for both 'branch circuit' and 'motor circuit' switching up to 200A or 60 hp.

Meltric Corporation

Provincial Partitions has re-engineered its entire Smoke Shelter lineup to accommodate the new "Smoke Free Act" code requirements in Ontario. To comply with the new requirements all Provincial Partitions smoke shelters are now constructed with two walls only. The pre-fabricated smoke shelter units are shipped fully assembled and are ready to be used when they arrive on site. Secure anchor hooks have been strategically placed to facilitate easy offloading and placement. Seven standard prefabricated sizes are available.

Provincial Partitions Ltd.

The Z400 eyewear showcases a sporty and wraparound style that provides excellent impact protection. The adjustable temples and mono-lens make it possible to fit most faces. The ultra-soft, non-slip nosepiece contributes to all-day comfort. Made of strong, lightweight, anti-UV coated, scratch-resistant polycarbonate, the lens delivers a wide field, distortion-free vision and maximum protection.

Zenith Safety Products

The ValueLine family of NEMA 23 servomotors is now available in a 4-inch long version. ValueLine servomotors are now available in 72 W, 132 W and 200 W power levels, with rated speed to 3000 rpm and maximum speed to 5000 rpm. They offer extremely quiet operation and low speed smoothness, making them ideal for use in medical, laboratory, semiconductor, instrumentation and light industrial applications. They produce constant torque across an entire range of speeds and feature quality mechanical construction and rugged bearings for maximum reliability and accuracy.

Electromate Industrial Sales Ltd.

The AEGIS SGR™ Conductive MicroFiber™ Shaft Grounding Brush boosts reliability of AC motors controlled by variable frequency drives in any manufacturing application. It protects motors from catastrophic failure caused by shaft current in motor bearings. AEGIS SGR channels potentially damaging shaft currents away from the motor bearings to ground. It is ideal for any industrial application where drives are used to control AC motors and is easily installed by sliding the brush over the motor shaft and locking it in place with simple screw-on brackets.

Electro Static Technology

ReelTek is now available in a wider spool to accommodate 50 feet of 1/2" I.D. hose. The new model is ideal for air and water applications. It incorporates a corrosion-resistant, powder-coated industrial-grade steel base and guide arm, plus a swivel and spool constructed of lightweight, engineered composite components.

Reelcraft Industries

Coxreels has added the 11203-50 to their 100 series of hose reels. The narrow 4 1/2" drum width makes it ideal for tight spaces that require up to 50 feet of 3/8" hose. It takes up a 14 1/4" from swivel to removable handle and is equipped with an easy-to-use adjustable drag break. The sturdy U-shaped solid steel frame features solid brass NPT full flow swivel inlet with CPC™ powder coat finish to the svelte frame.

Coxreels

The M20 Scrubber-Sweeper combines a scrubber and a sweeper into a single system called FloorSmart™ with a high-capacity, high-dump hopper and dry dust control. FloorSmart™ is a patent-pending integrated scrubbing and sweeping system that features two main brushes as well as a high-capacity, high-dump hopper with dry dust control. The system allows users to dry sweep or wet scrub or do both simultaneously using the same two brushes. The M20 offers a 40- to 56-inch cleaning path, a 125-gallon solution/recovery usable tank capacity and a 3.9 cubic foot usable hopper.

Tennant Company

The ERA 4000 angle encoders are designed for use on a wide range of rotary motion systems, spindles and other motors. The encoders feature multiple unique easy and stable mounting methods and reference marks that can be distance-coded to provide semi-absolute positioning. The ERA 4x80 version is mounted using a centering collar method. This low profile encoder system does not require centering methods as the precision machined centering collar mates with the precision machined shaft of the motion system.

Heindenhain Corporation

The Clipper® Roller Lacer® Gold Class™ is designed for fast, easy, hook installation and reduces operator fatigue and minimizes downtime without sacrificing precision. The portable easy to use unit handles wide belts in one simple operation. It can be driven by a cordless drill or operated manually with a handle or ratchet in emergency situations. The tool features a special shelf that supports the belt and guides it into the hook points during installation.

Flexible Steel Lacing Company

The new Joyce/Dayton line of electric cylinders are designed for use in industrial environments where protection of the lifting screw mechanism is essential and low maintenance is desired. The cylinders are available in three models: standard, motor mount and Com Drive with 2.5 to 20 ton static capacity.

Trans-Quip Inc.

The Starcart™ Indoor/Outdoor Model 20 has no motors or drives yet offers efficiency, ergonomic comfort, maneuverability and durability. Its molded body has a level carrying capacity of 10 cubic feet -- more if product or material is piled up and allows a single person to handle a load of up to 400 pounds. Rotomolded construction in linear LDPE provides corrosion resistance to salt, chemicals, oil, etc. Overall dimensions are 63 inches long by 31.5 inches wide by 27 inches deep. It has a zinc-plated 3/4 -inch axle and comes in a sandstone colour.

Techstar Plastics Inc.

The Micro Speed-E-Chain is a space-saving, compact system for rack control devices that operates safely and silently at high speeds. An alternative to busways, busbars, festoons and other types of electrification supplies, it offers cable protection, extension of service life and elimination of maintenance and downtime. Micro Speed-E-Chain is designed for storage and retrieval systems, extendable conveyors, material handling applications and tool changers.

Igus® Inc.

The Rousseau multi-purpose wall mounted frame helps you store objects by using the wall space of your company. With proper anchors and a strong wall, these frames have a 300-pound capacity, or up to 500 pounds with a set of three frames. The frames are 72" high and can be cut in two 36" frames or in four 18" frames. They are perforated at every 1" c/c for adjustment of accessories. The unit can be combined with overhead workstation lights, louvered panels for plastic bins, overhead tool rails and more.

Rousseau Metal Inc.

OMEGA's PXM209/219 Series pressure transducers are accurate, highly reliable and suitable for harsh industrial equipment applications such as fuel and hydraulic systems, refineries, extruders and OEM manufacturing equipment. Based on the company's PX4600 sensor family, the unit's high performance is a result of the full bridge construction, which uses a micro-machined diffused silicon diaphragm and unique thin-film media with dielectric isolation barriers. The proprietary ASIC provides wide temperature compensation from ­20 to 80°C, including tight tolerances for zero balance and span.

OMEGA

The MARK E is a simple electronic load limiter with a single setpoint, to be mounted on a DIN rail. Its input is a 4-20 mA signal. Amplification occurs in the load cell. The distance between the load cell and the limiter is no longer restricted and can easily stretch to 100 meters. The Mark E enables adjustment to be carried out at a safe place and this also with calibration weights below 110% of the nominal load. Its hysteresis function, in-built time delay and input signal filter ensure that the unit does not interpret dynamic effects as overloads.

CanD Electrification Systems Ltd.

One PetroPuck™, in tablet form, degrades hydrocarbons, gasoline, diesel, BTEX, jet fuel, motor oil, heating oil, lubricating oil, crude oil and paraffin. It works through an innovative biotechnology process that, as the PetroPuck dissolves, attacks and removes traces of oil from the water. In many cases, the pucks can bring oil levels down to those deemed acceptable for wastewater discharge. The PetroPuck is designed to be used in tandem with a "bulk" oil removal system, such as an oil skimmer and to consume any oil left remaining in tanks after skimming.

Abanaki Corporation

The EzFlex InfraRed Thermometer, the EZ20, delivers non-contact surface temperature measurements from ­50 to 600°C. It features a 406mm flexible probe, a large backlit LCD display for easy-to-read measurements and a laser pointer for better aim and accuracy. It is °F/°C switchable, has a fixed emissivity (0.95) covering 90% of surface applications, and an 8:1 distance spot ratio. The EZ30 Thermo-Anemometer is an air velocity meter that is suitable for reaching into air ducts or other HVAC applications. The EZ40 Combustible Gas Detector quickly identifies and pinpoints even the smallest gas leaks.

Extech Instruments

The VMP30H is a multipurpose, mini-poppet pneumatic valve designed for controlled dispensing of low to high viscosity materials such as silicones, RTV, epoxy, rubber, adhesives, greases and filled materials. The poppet design minimizes surface area and friction between the valve piston and the material, making it ideal for filled materials and extending the life of the valve. A diaphragm located between the driving parts and the wetted parts also increases the valve's life and reduces valve maintenance. Shot sizes may be fine tuned by turning the control knob at the top of the valve.

I&J Fisnar Inc.

PSI's Fulfillment Integration & Control Software (FICS) is a set of core middleware modules which connect an organization's Enterprise Resource Plan (ERP) & WMS with the machine-level components of PSI's print on demand automation solutions. FICS makes certain that the proper shipping documents (labels, packing slips, invoices) and market related literature are packaged with the proper order.

PSI Engineering

The Keyence ML-G9300 Series CO2 Laser Marker has a resolution of 1um, 3- watts of power with +/­5% stability and a speed of 600 characters per second. The marker is maintenance-free with a life expectancy of 10 years. Its high speed, power and stability make it suitable for production applications in the electronics components industry with its ability to make components at high speeds with ultra-small characters. The marker also has applications in the automotive, electrical, food, chemical and cosmetic industries.

Keyence Canada Inc.

The Kwik Kit® safety railing kit features pre-assembled uprights to reduce installation time. Kwik Kit is a safety barrier system used around machinery and equipment or in other areas where personnel access should be restricted because of safety concerns. The kit with pre-assembled uprights includes 1.9" O.D. pipe that is powder-coated in a safety yellow finish. The Kwik Kit can be assembled quickly by placing the supplied horizontal rails through the pipe fittings on the pre-assembled uprights and using only a hex key to tighten the set screws.

Kee Industrial Products, Inc.

EXAIR's four outlet power supply features four 5kV output connectors that can energize up to four static eliminators. Applications using up to four ion air guns, ion air knives, ion air cannons or ion air jets can be connected to one power supply. The unit is housed in a durable metal enclosure that is ideal for rugged, industrial environments. Static eliminators having a bayonet-style connector can be inserted into the power supply where the electrical connection is made deep inside to prevent a shock hazard. The output current is limited to 5mA while a unique short circuit protection takes the voltage output to zero should a short occur in the static eliminator.

EXAIR Corporation

Wera Tools offers adjustable torque screwdrivers, pre-set adjustable torque screwdrivers and torque indicators. Wera adjustable torque screwdrivers can be adjusted in fine increments, allowing for controlled tightening that is required for many job applications. Torque measurements are laser-marked for easy reading on either side of the screwdriver. Users are able to change the pre-set torque value within the available torque range by removing the cap off the handle and adjusting the setting nut with a nutspinner.

Wera Tools

System 40 is ideal for offices and enclosures on the factory floor. Made of steel, they are relocatable and can change as space/production requirements change. Mezzanine structures can be added, accomodating two storey offices, or storage above/below factory offices. Pre-finished, pre-engineered systems eliminate downtime and disruption.

Provincial Partitions Ltd.

Centrigard, a new torque-timing clutch, has a stainless steel trip plate and a wide torque range making it ideal for packaging lines and other applications that require torque-limiting rotational timing. Each clutch has a wide torque range (100 to 1,200 in-pounds) which allows for maximum flexibility.

Boston Gear

The E-1048-8D Smart Power Relay is a remotely controllable electronic load disconnecting relay matching standard four pin automotive relay sockets. The E-1048 Dice, containing integral power electronics, is best utilized in shock and vibration applications within the transportation industry because of its wear resistant switching function. It is also suitable in applications where contact deterioration can occur due to frequent switching of inductive loads in road, rail and marine vehicles.

E-T-A- Circuit Breakers

Honeywell's new line of surge protected power supplies, available in both outdoor weatherproof and indoor varieties, supply power while protecting adjoining equipment from voltage surges and spikes. They provide 24VAC at 200VA to power cameras, heaters and blowers. Each unit provides three stages of protection to redirect potentially damaging voltages such as those caused by lightning strikes to earth ground.

Honeywell Power Products

The Lista Storage Wall® System is a flexible storage system that combines modular drawers, shelves and roll-out trays to optimize storage space by allowing large, medium and small items to be stored together. Drawers, shelves and roll-out trays can be interchanged and re-configured within the system at any time. A variety of different drawer heights provides storage for a range of items from very small parts to large tools and supplies.

Lista International Corporation

The 320IS Plus indicator offers the flexibility of a full numeric keypad. Even in dimly-lit areas, it maintains visibility for user-friendly operation. Front panel calibration and mode switch make setup and operation easy, simplifying the weighing process. When paired with the optional safe area I/O module, this versatile indicator is also equipped with 8 setpoint types for simple batching in a variety of demanding applications. In addition, a count mode allows keyed piece count and APW (average piece weight).

Rice Lake Weighing Systems

The new BML linear position encoder family provides direct measurement of a load's linear position regardless of actuator backlash or mechanical wear. The BML sensing head floats above a precision-encoded magnetic band that provides an incremental position reference to the sensing electronics. This configuration provides up to 24 meters of non-contact, wear-free position tracking up to 10m/s with no signal degradation over time. The non-contact BML comes in two models tailored to users' accuracy requirements.

Balluff Canada

The VM-series vacuum lifter is a hoist, integrated, ergonomic lifting system that operates on compressed air and lets one person safely handle heavy parts weighing up to 550 lbs. Featuring fully adjustable frames and vacuum suction cup assemblies, this lifter can easily adapt to fit similar sized parts with different surface areas available for locating the cups. An effective solution for work cells, the lifter can hold loads in-place, without drift, for assembly and packaging operations.

Anver Corporation

Sierra's Innova-Sonic™ flow meters are universal transit-time instruments incorporating the latest advances in digital signal processing. The Innova-Sonic™ Portable features the Bluetooth® wireless PDA interface. The Innova-Sonic™ is also available with fixed display readout in your choice of either clamp-on or insertion transducers. While principally designed for clean liquid applications, Innova-Sonic™ is tolerant of liquids with small amounts of air bubbles or suspended solids common in most industrial environments.

Sierra Instruments, Inc.

SPAL centrifugal blowers provide a high-performance solution to heating, cooling and ventilating cars, trucks, off-highway equipment and other mobile applications. Available are 12-volt and 24-volt, single- and double-wheel blowers to suit most any HVAC system need. The high-efficiency blowers are low-profile, lightweight and easy-to-install where space is limited. Despite their trim design, they're rugged and well-suited for industrial applications.

SPAL

Binks' line of High Efficient spray booth air filters is appropriate for all general industrial applications. The AF HE filters provide "two-in-one" performance, with a backing behind two layers to absorb 99.81% of all errant spray emitted. The air filters are available in panel sizes of 20" x 20", 20" x 25" and blanket sizes of 3' x 30'. They feature ease of installation and change-outs, compatibility with a wide range of coatings and user and environmentally friendly operation.

Binks

The IFS Three Phase Simplex control panel controls one 208/240/480 three phase pump and the IFS Three Phase Duplex control panels control two alternating 208/240/480 three phase pumps in water and seepage installations. There are now five models of Installer Friendly Series™ control panels available. Each control panel features a simple, easy-to-touch pad on the inner door for monitoring and programming pump and float operation. All IFS models have a NEMA 4X enclosure and come compete with float switches, wiring diagrams, and step-by-step installation instructions.

SJE-Rhombus Controls

ERTB terminal blocks are designed for all high current draw and aluminum wire applications Small footprint, three-pole ERTB terminal blocks for OEM line-voltage power transmission to various electrical equipment provide secure, reliable points of connection and transmission for incoming power line service to electrical equipment of all kinds. It is especially suited for high-capacity standard copper listed or new UL-aluminum wire connections in consumer or commercial appliances. They are compact, sturdy post-to-clamp style unitized blocks that mount to any cabinet or housing attachment point.

Heyco Products, Inc.

Alpha-Core introduces a complete stocking program of a new broad range of standard design C-Cores made from M5 silicon steel. Thirty-two standard core sizes for power ratings from 5VA to 5 KVA (60 Hz, single loop) are in stock, ranging in weight from 0.18 Lb to 32 Lb. C-Cores are suitable for single phase transformers with single coils, both single loop and double loop, as well as double coil and double loop.

Alpha-Core, Inc.

Designed for manufacturers requiring a heavy duty drawer slide solution, the TLR series telescopic rail system is constructed of extruded steel rails and precision, double row ball bearing rollers to create a high capacity, long stroke telescopic rail system. The TLR series also incorporates a self-alignment feature that is able to compensate for mild rail misalignments, allowing use directly on low precision surfaces such as welded steel frames, sheet metal housings, and aluminum extrusion based frames. Although commonly used in high tech applications such as semiconductor and electronics test equipment, the TLR series is tolerant of contamination and works well in dusty, gritty, or otherwise dirty environments such as mass transit, military, marine, and welding applications.

The Precision Alliance

The VersaHolder® Telescopic Tool Carriers let you move a large volume of snow and pile it higher than a one-yard loader. Features include: excellent ground clearance, travel speeds up to 18.4 mph and a comfortable, enclosed cab. Its snow bucket scrapes, clears and dumps snow, while the telescopic boom piles snow higher. The broom angle is adjusted with fingertip controls. The Snow V-Blade attachment can be used in any of five configurations. The Whisker Push Broom attachment can be used in winter to clear light snow and also the rest of the year for cleaning dirt, leaves, gravel and other debris in tight places.

Bobcat Company

PEM® Type PR50/60™ self-clinching access hardware incorporates a captive screw in a spring-loaded assembly to keep parts to a minimum and prevent screws from falling out and damaging internal components. These panel fastener assemblies subsequently allow for quick and easy access to components whenever necessary. Their low-profile design keeps protrusion on front panels to a minimum. When tightened, the fastener (depending on size) will protrude as little as .340"/8.64mm from the top of the sheet. This further serves to enhance front-panel appearance.

PennEngineering

TiteSpot™ is a new automatic marking system featuring replaceable, reloadable, disposable marker cartridges in a unique air operated spring assembly that eliminates handling inks or refills. Compact and lightweight, only 5" long, the assembly can be mounted anywhere in any position. Complete assemblies include an air operated plunger, ink cartridge, a metal spring and an aluminum housing. No tools are needed to replace the empty disposable cartridge which is reloaded in seconds. Cycle time is adjustable up to 25 milliseconds per spot.

Dell Marking Systems, Inc.

The BATCHCONTROL electromagnetic flowmeter is designed for volumetric filling applications. The meter is ideal for the batching and dosing of electrically conductive liquids and pastes in the pharmaceutical industry as it features an integrated control module and CAN open based network communication. The 3A certified BATCHCONTROL and its pulse output equivalent BATCHFLUX, has a small footprint and a compact design suitable for tight space requirements. These meters include a unique ceramic liner to meet the demands of CIP (Cleaning in Place) and SIP (Steaming in Place) processes.

Krohne, Inc.

The Maxpro™ portable power pack system is capable of producing outlet pressures to 30,000 psi and specifically designed for outlet pressures to 30,000 psi and specifically designed for applications where mobile hydraulic power is needed. This air driven system is compact, lightweight and requires no electrical power. The power packs are explosion proof making them suitable for use in hazardous areas. In addition to hydraulic power, the system can pump pure water or chemicals to elevated pressures necessary in contaminate free environments such as food processing.

Maxpro Technologies

With a 160 x 120 detector and a temperature sensitivity to 0.08°C (NETD), the Fluke Ti4x models deliver high resolution images where even the smallest temperature differences can be seen. The units are extremely easy to use through the Windows® CE menu structure and offer an extended troubleshooting feature set to allow on the spot analysis in the field. Typical applications include: predictive maintenance, industrial maintenance, quality control, process monitoring.

TM Instruments Inc.

Guyson has extended the capabilities of its model 8-AH adjustable height blast cabinet by matching it with a direct pressure media delivery module. The adaptable manual blast system was developed for situations in which more than one person may use the same cabinet on a regular basis. The rigid welded steel base of the cabinet is fitted with an electrically operated jackscrew that raises and lowers the entire blast enclosure. Each individual user can adjust the height of the model 8-AH to the most comfortable position by means of a switch located on the side of the cabinet.

Guyson Corporation

Canadian Industrial Equipment News September 2006

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