National Design Engineering Show

By Design News Staff -- Design News, February 25, 2001

Transparent tubing

CLEARFLO®fuel and oil tubing is a new grade of PVC tubing designed to remain flexible when used to transfer various fuels and oils. The tubing is said to extend the life of the products in which it is used by reducing breakdowns and maintenance. Applications include chemical, industrial, automotive, aviation, recreational, aerospace, appliance, and others.

NewAge Industries

Booth 8916

145 James Way

Southampton, PA 18966

FAX (215) 526-2191

www.newageind.com

Enter 563

Part protection

This company offers low-cost, custom-molded caps, plugs, and tabs for parts protection from moisture and dust in applications where standard sizes won't fit. Products include round, rectangular, and square caps up to 26 inches in length; pull tabs and grab tabs, which feature an additional surface area to give the user more grip; and HP series plugs, which are designed for easy removal without the use of tools.

Harman Corp.

Booth 7930

Box 80665 360 South Street

Rochester, MI 48307

FAX 248-651-4495

www.harmancorp.com

Enter 564

Vent panels

StreamShield™EMI shielding air vent panels with fire retardant coating are designed to provide improved fire containment in electronic enclosures. The company's HEICF 1594 intumescent coating in the vents' honeycomb cells is said to expand rapidly on exposure to heat or flame, filling the cells with a carbonaceous foam which prevents flames from propagating.

Chomerics, Division of Parker Hannifin

Booth 6542

77 Dragon Ct.

Woburn, MA 01888

FAX (781) 933-4318

www.chomerics.com

Enter 565

Interface

The Boss 32™industrial microcontroller is said to provide the convenience of operator interface and the simplicity of PLC technology in a single package. Running under the IEC 1131-3 standard and utilizing the ISaGRAF®platform, the product has an 8 line by 42 character VFD graphics display or a 2×40-character VFD, 4 serial ports, touch memory interface, and 4 on board analog outputs.

Divelbiss

Booth 7363

9778 Mount Gilead Rd.

Fredericktown, OH 43019

FAX 740-694-9035

www.divelbiss.com

Enter 566

Vacuum pumps

Delta Series liquid ring vacuum pumps feature a top-suction, top-discharge configuration, and are available in single and two-stage designs with capacities up to a reported 275 cfm. The EC single stage version features a vari-port design in close-coupled and pedestal mounted models. Materials available include cast iron, cast iron with bronze rotor, or cast iron with a stainless rotor.

Nash Engineering Co.

Booth 7061

9 Trefoil Dr.

Trumbull, CT 06611-1330

FAX (203) 459-3988

www.nasheng.com

Enter 567

Control handle

The Control Handle with Blind Bore is said to be ISO9001 certified and features a zinc-die cast ergonomically-shaped body with a black powder pebble coated finish. The product has a ribbed surface which allows a balance of pressure to be applied, and is pre-drilled with two pilot holes to ease installation. Custom modifications such as set screw holes and cross holes are also available.

J.W. Winco Inc.

Booth 9106

Box 510035

New Berlin, WI 53151

FAX (800) 472-0670

www.jwwinco.com

Enter 568

Caged roller guide

Type SRG is said by its manufacturer to be the industry's first caged roller guide. The product uses the company's Caged Ball™technology with an elastomeric bearing cage to isolate the rollers, which is said to eliminate roller-to-roller contact and roller skewing. This reportedly re-duces heat, friction, and noise, while increasing operating speeds, useful life of lubricants, and product life.

THK America

Booth 8511

200 E. Commerce Dr.

Schaumburg, IL 60173

FAX (847) 310-1182

www.thk.com

Enter 569

Brushless motor

DIN34 series flange mount brushless motors have just been added to this company's line of motion control products. Said to offer the benefits of dc brushless motor technology, the motors are available in three standard lengths from 2 to 3.2 inches, are capable of peak torques up to a reported 250 to 350 oz.-in. at speeds up to 18,000 rpm.

BEI Kimco Magnetics

Booth 6639

804-A Rancheros Dr.

San Marcos, CA 92069

FAX (760) 744-0425

www.beikimco.com

Enter 570

Piston package

Integrated Pistons™combine piston, bearing and seal into one package for low, medium, and high pressure hydraulic cylinder applications. The product features a bearing with a large surface area, a precision-toleranced design, and intricately-machined surfaces. This is said to reduce side load effects, enabling the product to outperform competitors in aerial lifts, excavators, and industrial equipment.

Parker Hannifin

Booth 6542

14300 Alton Pkwy.

Irvine, CA 92618

FAX (949) 851-3799

www.parker.com/sg

Enter 571

Electrical connector

HARAX®is a detachable insulation displacement connector system designed for heavy industrial use. The product is said to combine the advantages of connectors and screwed cable glands into a single technology. Termination is achieved without the use of special tools by removing the cable insulation, inserting non-stripped wires into the product, and tightening the screw cap.

HARTING of North America

Booth 4201

1370 Bowes Rd.

Elgin, IL 60123-5538

FAX (847) 741-8257

www.harting-usa.com

Enter 572

Thermo-anemometer

The Model 471-3 Digital Thermo-Anemometer simultaneously takes air velocity and temperature readings with its telescoping and flexible stainless steel tip. Designed for use in making multiple duct-traverse measurements, the product has a gun-handle grip and a high-contrast LCD which shows readings in selectable ranges of feet per minute or meters per second, and in Fahrenheit or Celsius.

Dwyer Instruments

Booth 7753

Box 373

Michigan City, IN 46361-0373

FAX (219) 872-9057

www.dwyer-inst.com

Enter 573

Terminal block

Knife Edge Disconnect blocks are the latest addition to this company's taris family of terminal blocks. The product features built in test points with a lever disconnect switch, and is said to reduce wiring time by as much as 60%. A top-mounted knife edge disconnect switch allows technicians to either test or calibrate a circuit without disrupting existing wiring.

Wieland Electric

Booth 5131

49 International Rd.

Burgaw, NC 28425-0759

FAX 910-259-3691

www.wielandinc.com

Enter 574

Planetary gearhead

Harmonic Planetary®HPG Series gearheads incorporate elements of harmonic drive gearing to reduce backlash to reportedly less than 3 arc-min. The ring gear is said to flex in any direction while maintaining high torsional stiffness. This reportedly allows teeth of the internal ring to be preloaded against the teeth of the planet gears, resulting in a planetary gearhead which provides consistently low backlash, high efficiency, and high output speeds.

HD Systems Inc.

Booth 417

89 Cabot Ct.

Hauppauge, NY 11788

FAX (631) 231-6803

www.hdsi.net

Enter 575

Shielding gasket

Low profile gasket 125G28 from this company features a quick-release backing on its double-sided pressure-sensitive tape which is said to speed installation time for EMI/RFI shielding. The product is made of beryllium copper and is rated to provide shielding to 100 db attenuation levels. The product can also be used in bi-directional applications, and can close gaps as small as 0.02 inch.

Tech-Etch Inc.

Booth 8873

45 Aldrin Rd.

Plymouth, MA 02360

FAX (508) 746-9639

www.tech-etch.com

Enter 576

Vision sensor

The F150-3 vision sensor features two cameras for simultaneous inspection and measurement at a lower cost than comparable PC-based vision solutions. The system allows for two-angle measurement, while Windows®-based setup software is also said to allow the user to configure powerful and flexible inspection programs. Adjustments to the program may be made in the field using a handheld console.

Omron Electronics

Booth 4511

1 Commerce Dr. Suite 250

Schaumburg, IL 60173

FAX (847) 843-7787

www.info.omron.com

Enter 577

Stepper motors

PF468 Series Stepper Motors are a new line of low cost NEMA 23 size steppers which feature higher torque to increase load size and improve throughput without the need for larger frame size motors. The product is available in four amp rating combinations including 7.2 V/1.0 amp per phase and 1.0 V/4.0 amp per phase.

Nyden Corp.

Booth 436

2610-B North First St.

San Jose, CA 95134-2014

FAX (408) 232-7701

www.nyden.com

Enter 578

Polylastomers

Designed to be a lower-cost replacement for rubber, polylastomer products consist of rubber-like bumpers, feet, suction cups, grommets, seals, and bushings. Products made from this material are said to be superior to rubber for skid resistance and dimensional tolerances.

Bruce Plastics Inc.

Booth 7757

4100 Steubenville Pike Box 4547

Pittsburgh, PA 15205

FAX (412) 922-2380

www.bruceplastics.com

Enter 579

Linear actuator

Size 23 non-captive linear actuators have just been added to company's hybrid motor line. They feature engineering thermoplastics in the rotor drive nut and a stainless steel ACME lead screw, which is said to offer longer life than typical stainless steel and bronze combinations.

Haydon Switch & Instrument

Booth 7557

1500 Meriden Rd.

Waterbury, CT 06705-6705

FAX (805) 523-0006

www.his-inc.com

Enter 580

Scissor lifts

Scissor lifts and accessories now include a number of new models to satisfy a wide range of customer requirements. They range from hydraulic, pneumatic, low-profile, heavy-duty, stainless steel, and ergonomic lifts, as well as tilters, dumpers, and upenders, to turntables and stackers. The line also offers increased speed of operation, different platform sizes, and increased load capacity.

Joyce/Dayton Corp.

Booth 7331

3400 Office Park Dr. Box 1630

Dayton, OH 45401

FAX (937) 297-7173

www.joycedayton.com

Enter 581

Pneumatic swing clamps

8400 Series quick-acting pneumatic swing cylinder clamps have just been added to this company's product line. The series features a 1/2 inch vertical stroke and 75 lbs. of clamping force at 100 psig. The product adjusts automatically on every cycle with clamping forces ranging from 27 to 105 lb, and operating pressure from 40 to 130 psig. The clamps also have multiple mounting and arm options.

De-Sta-Co Industries

Booth 8102

31791 Sherman Dr.

Madison Heights, MI 49071

FAX (248) 397-6734

www.destaco.com

Enter 582

Linear guides

Dolphin Guides are designed to make linear motion simple to design, install, and maintain. They feature a simple two-part construction, which, according to the company, eliminates hundreds of subcomponents and results in an assembly up to 70% tighter. Additionally, the company's self-lubricating FrelonGOLD™plane bearing material is said to eliminate all metal-to-metal contact and shaft damage.

Pacific Bearing

Booth 7433

Box 6980

Rockford, IL 61125

FAX (815) 389-5790

www.pacific-bearing.com

Enter 583

Integrated motor

Series 3564 BC is a totally integrated brushless dc motor, amplifier, and full function motion control module. The motor features the System Faulhaber®coil, precision machining and molding, and design miniaturization expertise. It can control motion, velocity, and position, as well as torque control, stepping mode operation, and variable fault protection programming.

Micro Mo Electronics

Booth 9270

14881 Evergreen Ave.

Clearwater, FL 33762-3008

FAX (727) 573-5918

www.micromo.com

Enter 584

Wave springs

Wave springs from this company are available in single-turn, bearing preload, and peak to peak styles for a variety of static and/or dynamic axial compression applications. The products are load bearing devices and are said to take up play and compensate for dimensional variations within assemblies in a manner similar to wire springs—while requiring less axial space for the same deflection.

Kaydon–Spirolox Div

Booth 9027

29 Cassens Ct

Fenton, MO 63026

www.spirolox.com

Enter 585

Non-spill couplings

ChemQuick®CQN08 series quick disconnect couplings are designed for high flow, ultrapure aggressive chemical fluid applications. The products feature a patented no-spill design which is said to allow safe, instant line disconnects and a metal-free, spring-free flow path. They are also said to minimize downtime and reduce maintenance costs.

Colder Products Co.

Booth 8253

1001 Westgate Dr.

St. Paul, MN 55114

FAX (651) 604-0214

www.colder.com

Enter 586

Safety barrier

Intrinsic Safety Barriers from this company are designed for use with their UL, CUL, and CENELEC rated encoders. The product is galvanically isolated, which is said to eliminate the need for an earth ground, and also combines the power and signal barriers into a single package. Optional differential line drivers are said to make the product compatible with a number of controllers, counters, and PLCs.

BEI Sensors & Systems - Industrial Encoder Div.

Booth 6639

7230 Hollister Ave.

Goleta, CA 93117

FAX 805-968-3154

www.beiied.com

Enter 587

Motion control

MicroLYNX is said to be a complete motion control solution in a compact panel mounted assembly. The product integrates a bipolar stepper motor, microstepping drive, and a programmable indexer with expandable I/O and multiple communication ports—which all run off a single power supply. Applications include packaging, medical, semiconductor, labelling, inspection, engraving, and material handling.

Intelligent Motion Systems Inc.

Booth 9230

Box 457, 370 N. Main St.

Marlborough, CT 06447

FAX (860) 295-6107

www.imshome.com

Enter 588

Swaging machine

FP20 swaging machine is said to handle hose up to 11/4 inch, has a maximum swaging range to 68 mm, produces a reported 150 tons of swaging force at up to 2,300 swages per hour. Two controller options are available: Computerized, digital VS control, which is said to store up to 200 parameters and configurations; and IS control, in which diameter is controlled by a dial, and which offers automatic and semi-automatic operation.

Finn-Power USA

Booth 536

710 Remington Rd

Schaumburg, IL 60173

FAX (847) 885-9692

www.finn-power.com

Enter 589

Battery contacts

Dual Polarity battery contacts with left and right configurations have just been added to this company's product line. One version features a coil spring negative contact and a button-type positive, and is designed for use with AAA, AAAA, and N batteries in molded cases or self-contained battery compartments. Another version features a leaf spring negative contact for use with A and AA batteries, for low contact resistance.

Keystone Electronics Corp.

Booth 7946

31-07 20th Rd.

Astoria, NY 11105-2017

FAX (718) 956-9040

www.keyelco.com

Enter 590

Guideways

MINIRAIL is a product family of two-row miniature profile guideways for precision motion control in tightly packaged operations. Made of stainless steel, with a ball-retainer design which is said to simplify assembly and maintenance and thus reduce cost. Applications include automated printed circuit board assembly, microelectronics, semiconductor production, metrology, and optics positioning.

Schneeberger Inc.

Booth 8521

11 DeAngelo Dr.

Bedford, MA 01730

FAX 781-275-4749

www.schneeberger.com

Enter 591

Retaining rings

Constant Section Retaining Rings are now available from this company for either internal or external mounting in housings or on shafts. Once installed, they serve as shoulders for retaining parts and are said to be an economical alternative to traditional fasteners such as screws, nuts, or bolts. The product is available in a number of cutoff styles for ease of installation and removal.

Rotor Clip Co.

Booth 9157

187 Davidson Ave.

Somerset, NJ 08873

FAX (732) 469-7898

www.rotorclip.com

Enter 592

Flexible cables

Chainflex®high-flex electrical cables are designed for use with automated energy supplies in cable carriers on moving carriages. Tested by the company at various speeds, bend radii, temperatures, travels, and cycle durations, the product is said to extend the life of machinery by reducing wear. The company also offers full Energy Chain Systems, including cables, carrier, shelving, and separators.

igus inc.

Booth 7326

Box 14349

East Providence, RI 02914

FAX (401) 438-7270

www.igus.com

Enter 593

Motor and driver

AXH Series 30 and 50 watt mini-brushless dc motor and board-level driver packages are said to reduce volume by as much as 55% over motor and driver packages of the same power. Speed regulation is reportedly within 1% over a 25:1 speed range, while standard control protection functions guard against overload currents, over voltage, under voltage, over speed, and out-of-phase power.

Oriental Motor Corp.

Booth 8742

2570 W 237th St.

Torrance, CA 90505

FAX (310) 325-4146

www.orientalmotor.com

Enter 594

Virtual prototyping

DADS 9.6 is a virtual prototyping tool designed to predict and analyze the dynamic behavior of vehicles, aircraft, and other mechanical systems during their design. A new Durability Interface allows data to be exported to the company's FALANCS program for stress analysis, while the Optimus interface allows systems to be optimized for weight, strength, cost, and other design parameters.

LMS Cadsi

Booth 7406

2651 Crosspark Rd.

Coralville, IA 52241

FAX (319) 626-3488

www.lmscadsi.com

Enter 595

Miniature bellows

Electrodeposited micro miniature Nickel bellows are available with diameters as small as 0.5 mm, and are designed for use as pressure responsive devices, micro seals, precision springs, and electrical contacts, or flexible micro couplings. The product is said to be suitable for dynamic sealing applications, and can be designed for a variety of stroke and pressure combinations.

Servometer Corp.

Booth 6559

501 Little Falls Rd.

Cedar Grove, NJ 07009

FAX (973) 785-0756

www.servometer.com

Enter 596

Dc servomotor

SmartMotors™now include an optional ultra-high resolution encoder option. Standard features include a controller, amplifier, PLC, power supplies, and a network manager built into a high performance brushless dc servomotor. Sizes 23 and 34 are now available with the "-VRE" option, which allows resolution up to a reported 256,000 counts per revolution.

Animatics Corp.

Booth 420

3050 Tasman Dr.

Santa Clara, CA 95054

FAX (408) 748-8725

www.animatics.com

Enter 597

Design software

Solid Edge Version 9 is the latest version of company's mechanical design software, with enhancements that are said to automate, accelerate, and simplify a number of design tasks. The product builds on company's STREAM technology to assist in machinery and large assembly design, and also includes web publishing tools and new utilities to move 2D design techniques to 3D.

Unigraphics Solutions

Booth 7511

13736 Riverport Dr.

Maryland Heights, MO 63043

FAX (314) 344-5158

www.ugsolutions.com

Enter 598

Plastic adhesive

Designed for hard to bond materials such as polypropylene, polystyrene, and thermoplastic elastomers, Scotch-Weld™Structural Plastics Adhesive DP-8005 is said to bond many low surface energy plastics to themselves and other materials. It is also said to be solvent-free, and after curing has a bond line strength often greater than that of the substrate.

3M

Booth 8126

3M Center, Building 220-7E-05

St. Paul, MN 55144-1000

Enter 599

Electronic lock

This electronic locking system is de-signed for use with electronics and telecommunications cabinets. It is said to have 4.3 billion key combinations, eliminates key copying, and is easy to reprogram if security is lost. The key can be programmed to work only within a small time window, while a switch can be hooked up to an indicator, camera, or control panel.

EMKA Inc.

Booth 8238

1961 Fulling Mill Rd.

Middletown, PA 17057

FAX (717) 986-1080

www.emka.com

Enter 600

Pressure sensors

PurePressure series pressure transducers and transmitters use Teflon on all interior and exterior surfaces, shielded signal wires, and a dual redundant fluid containment safety membrane. Designed for use in ultra-pure processes, the product is said to be fully inert to internal and external corrosion, and offer protection against contamination and the aggressive attack of fluids with extreme pH range.

BEI Edclifff Instruments Div., Booth 6639, 13100 Telfair Ave., Sylmar, CA 91342, FAX (818) 362-0458

Enter 601

Gear pumps

1000 Series Gear Pumps offer flow rates up to a reported 0.5 gpm, maximum pressures of 200 psi, and maximum fluid temperatures up to 82C. The product is available with three different sizes of PPS Polymer gears, depending on flow rate and pressure requirements. Motor options are 12 or 24V dc, both of which are thermally protected and reversible.

Gorman-Rupp Industries, Booth 7454, 180 Hines Ave., Bellville, OH 44813, FAX (419) 886-2338, www.gripumps.com

Enter 602

Industrial computers

ELIN series industrial computers support Microsoft's Windows®NT Embedded (NTE) and Windows CE operating systems. The products feature a stainless steel NEMA 4X design engineered to withstand harsh industrial environments. The computers also contain no moving media, which the manufacturer says makes them suitable for dirty, vibration-filled environments, and those that allow only minimal space.

Exor International, Booth 4948, 3420 Fairlane Farms Rd., Wellington, FL 33414, FAX (561) 792-2291, www. exor-rd.com

Enter 603

Dry lubricant

HI-T-LUBE is a patented dry-film lubricant for metals which, when applied in a multi-layer electro-deposition process, is said to form a metallic/oxide matrix of controlled thickness with self-healing qualities, excellent adhesion, and near-perfect shear properties. The resulting malleable lubricating surface reduces wear and friction at extreme temperatures.

General Magnaplate Corp.

Booth 9167

1331 U.S. Route 1

Linden, NJ 07036

FAX 908-862-6110

www.magnaplate.com

Enter 604

CAD software

SURFCAM®Design Plus is the latest version of this company's CAD/CAM systems. Powered by the ParaLogix®OEM, a Parasolid-based modeling kernel, the product is said to be a procedural modeling design system which automates the construction and editing of 2D and 3D models. Each aspect of a procedure is said to be fully associative.

Surfware

Booth 9255

5703 Corsa Ave.

Westlake Village, CA 91362

FAX (818) 991-1980

www.surfware.com

Enter 605

Nickel finish

PEARLBRITE™satin nickel processing is said to produce uniform satin finishes on steel, copper, and copper alloys over a broad current density range. It is said to provide a range of finishes from satin bright to full matte, and can be overplated with gold, black nickel, silver, chrome, or other coatings, and can also be used to add a satin finish to plastics.

Enthone-OMI Inc.

Booth 7639

Box 1900

New Haven, CT 06508

FAX (203) 799-1513

www.enthone.com

Enter 606

Pneumatic cylinder

AEVC and ADVC cylinders are two new short-stroke additions to this company's line of compact pneumatic cylinders. Designed to replace first generation short-stroke units from the company's AV, AVL, and ADV series, the products feature one-piece construction which is said to result in up to a 33% space savings.

Festo

Booth 7345

Box 18023

Hauppauge, NY 11788

FAX (800) 963-3786

www.festo-usa.com

Enter 607

Tactile sensor

The Topaq®Advanced Imaging System is said to provide a perspective of the distribution and actual magnitude of stress between any contacting or impacting surfaces. Unlike FEA, the product is a post-process interpretive system which collects stress and force data at the interface surface, and can often be used to confirm the results of FEA analysis.

Sensor Products Inc.

Booth 7317

188 Route 10 Suite 307

East Hanover, NJ 07936-2108

FAX (973) 884-1699

www.sensorprod.com

Enter 608

Modeling program

Kinepak is a kinematic modeling utility which is said by its manufacturer to enable engineers to quickly and dynamically work out the motion of common mechanisms. Features include a wizard-style interface for parametrically building line drawings of common mechanisms such as 4-bar linkages, and "click and drag" animation of mechanism motion so that users can check for interference.

Algor Inc.

Booth 8916

150 Beta Dr.

Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2932

FAX (412) 967-2781

www.algor.com

Enter 609

Blowers

MINIJAMMER®line of brushless direct-current blowers has been expanded to include nine different versions for a number of applications in medical and business machine markets. Products now feature higher speeds for greater output, integrated onboard electronics, improved efficiency, and lower sound output. Products now offer pressure capabilities of up to 36 mBars maximum.

Ametek Rotron

Booth 6966

627 Lake St.

Kent, OH 44240

FAX (330) 678-8227

www.ametektmd.com

Enter 610

Guide wheels

High-temperature DualVee guidewheels are now available in sizes 1, 2, and 3. Reportedly capable of withstanding operating temperatures up to 500F, the products consist of an outer race, inner race, and multiple ball bearings made of heat-stabilized 440C stainless steel. Standard features include a specially formulated high temperature grease.

Bishop-Wisecarver

Booth 8553

2104 Martin Way, Box 1109

Pittsburg, CA 94565-5027

FAX (925) 439-5931

www.bwc.com

Enter 611

Motion sensor

SD series solid-state speed and direction sensors have separate digital outputs to indicate both the speed and direction of a ferrous geartooth target. The product is said to be immune to dirt and grease, and resistant to vibration and shock. The sensor contains two integrated circuit Hall effect sensors which are offset from each other and biased by an internal magnetic field.

Cherry Electrical Products

Booth 7450

11200-88th Ave.

Box 581913

Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

FAX (414) 942-6566

www.cherrycorp.com

Enter 612

Flow testers

A complete line of in-line test kits to measure liquid flows in hydraulic systems and compressed gas flows in pneumatic systems will be exhibited by this company. Hydraulic test kits can measure up to a reported 150 gallons per minute at pressures up to 6000 psi, while pneumatic test kits measure up to 1000 scfm at 600 psi or less. The products are designed to measure petroleum fluids, phosphate ester fluids, water-based fluids, and air and other compressed gases.

Hedland Flow Meters

Booth 2219

Box 044780

Racine, WI 53404

FAX (414) 639-2267

Enter 613

Gears

Power-Core gears are said to combine the best aspects of plastic and metal gears by connecting a metal hub with a plastic body and teeth. The company offers application-specific gears which are designed and machined to specifications based on detailed analyses of gear geometry load data, environmental conditions, and material properties. Gears are said to last a minimum of three years in continuous operation.

Intech Corp.

Booth 6774

250 Herbert Ave.

Closter, NJ 07624

FAX (201) 767-7797

www.intechpower.com

Enter 614

Positioning device

DF-1 differential micrometer heads are said by their manufacturer to be one of the smallest commercially available differential positioning devices. The product can be mounted to linear slides or stages, or to the company's model 99 subminiature multiaxis positioners using a finely threaded barrel behind the moving positioning spindle. Applications include laboratory instruments, optical devices, and production machinery.

Del-Tron Precision Inc.

Booth 8739

5 Trowbridge Dr. Box 505

Bethel, CT 06801

FAX (203) 778-2721

www.deltron.com

Enter 615

Bearing cap

Speed Sensor Bearing Caps from this company are designed for use on mass transit vehicles in cities and airports. By combining cast aluminum for light weight with a stainless steel insert, the manufacturer says it reduces weight by 80% while maintaining strength. The product is also said to be lower cost due to higher tolerance casting which requires reduced machining.

Gupta Permold Corp.

Booth 7733

234 Lott Rd.

Pittsburgh, Pa 15235

FAX 412-793-1055

www.guptapermold.com

Enter 616

Gauges

Direct Drive gauges from this company are said to feature highly accurate movements with no gears or bearings to jam in a small, thin profile. The product's internal plastic socket is said to bond easily with plastic subcomponents, and are also reportedly four times more shock resistant than conventional gauges. The gauges are available in ranges from 60 to 400 psi, in 40 and 50 mm back-connect, and with a one-piece ABS case and socket.

Dresser Instrument

Booth 7850

250 E. Main St.

Stratford, CT 06614-5145

FAX (203) 385-0499

www.dresserinstruments.com

Enter 617

Status lights

LME (TRI- Color LED) series signal towers feature an audible alarm to indicate machine status, and can provide three indicator colors in a single stack. Users can choose one TRI-Color module, S1 (red, amber, green), S4 (red, blue, green), or S7 (green, amber, blue) to make a single stack tower with a three-color capability. Optional flashing and buzzer circuits are also available.

Patlite

Booth 4131

3860 Del Amo Blvd.

Torrance, CA 90503

FAX (310) 214-5288

www.patlite.com

Enter 618

Linear actuator

NEMA size 17 linear actuators from this company are said to combine high torque stepping motor capability with an anti-backlash feature for dramatically improved bi-directional position accuracy and longer lifespan. An anti-backlash and nut assembly is said to effectively eliminate backlash, even at high speed operation, while permanently lubricated motor bearings and an enclosed housing add to motor life.

EADmotors

Booth 8805

1 Progress Dr.

Dover, NH 03820-5450

FAX (603) 742-9080

www.eadmotors.com

Enter 619

Fasteners

Small Diameter Huck-Spin®fasteners are made to offer all the features of the original system, but in smaller sizes of 1/4, 5/16, and 3/8 inch. The product features a low swage system, which is said to allow a swaging action between the fastener collar and pin until it fractures, leaving no pintail waste or exposed fracture surface to corrode. The fasteners are said to require no torquing to provide a permanent clamp.

Huck International Inc.

Booth 7266

Box 8117, 8001 Imperial Dr.

Waco, TX 76714-8117

FAX (254) 751-5259

www.huck.com

Enter 620

Regenerative blowers

R7H Series regenerative blowers have just been added to this company's REGENAIR®product line. The products produce pressure up to a reported 707 mbar, vacuum to 457 mbar, and free air flow to 236 cfm. Standard features include UL- and CSA-approved TEFC motors, permanently sealed ball bearings, IP 54 rated enclosures, and Class F insulation.

Gast Manufacturing

Booth 8311

Box 97, 2300 Highway M-139

Benton Harbor, MI 49023-8288

FAX (616) 925-8288

www.gastmfg.com

Enter 621

Shaft coupling

ROBA®-DS disk couplings are said to provide true backlash-free torque transmission and twice the torsional rigidity of conventional couplings, even at maximum rated torque, under misalignment, or in reversing applications. The couplings are also said to be maintenance- and wear-free, resistant to temperature changes, and available in six sizes.

Mayr Corp.

Booth 8805

4 North St.

Waldwick, NJ 07463

FAX (201) 445-8019

Enter 622

Servo gearheads

Tandler servo gearheads feature a motor connection system designed to ensure proper alignment. The products also have improved gearing technology for a reported increase in performance and speed. Both inline and right angle models are available in a wide range of servo speed-reducing designs.

DieQua Corp.

Booth 7479

180 Covington Dr.

Bloomingdale, IL 60108

FAX 630-980-1232

www.diequa.com

Enter 623

Power cable

This company's VFD inverter-grade flexible motor supply cable for variable frequency drives is said to withstand the severe voltage spikes generated by power distortions. The 1000V/3000V peak cable is said to be highly versatile, is rated for both indoor and outdoor use and interconnects variable frequency drives with an AC variable frequency motor.

Olflex Wire & Cable

Booth 4311

30 Plymouth St.

Fairfield, NJ 07004-1697

FAX (973) 575-1267

www.olflex.com

Enter 624

Low-volume pump

SLV series low-volume compact rotary diaphragm pumps are capable of flow rates up to 1 gpm and pressure up to 35 psi. The product features an integral pressure switch set at 40 psi to control pump operation, and is said to be capable of meeting a wide range of low volume spraying and intermittent duty fluid transfer applications. The company also makes pumps capable of up to 7 gpm and 150 psi.

Shurflo

Booth 8362

12650 Westminster Ave.

Santa Ana, CA 92706

FAX (714) 554-8566

www.shurflo.com

Enter 625

Planetary gearheads

These low-cost planetary gearheads are said to perform as well as, or better than, their higher-priced competitors by providing up to a reported 11% efficiency increase and a 20% decrease in torque ripple while running quieter and lasting longer. One gearhead concept called The Equalizer™utilizes a system in which planet gears dynamically adjust their radial position between mating sun gear and internal gears through a pivoting link.

Thomson Industries

Booth 4911

2 Channel Dr.

Port Washington, NY 11050

FAX (516) 883-9039

www.thomsonindustries.com

Enter 626

Aluminum framing

Structural aluminum framing components from this company now feature more than 60 extruded aluminum profiles as well as hundreds of connectors and accessories for a wide range of applications. T-slotted aluminum profiles are said to provide unlimited flexibility for attaching fixtures and components anywhere on a structure, while other models are specifically made for clean room applications.

Bosch Automation Products

Booth 8321

816 E. 3rd St.

Buchanan, MI 49107

FAX (616) 695-3446

www.boschat.com

Enter 627

PFPE lubricants

UniFlor™is the new name for an expanded line of oils and greases, which are based on perfluoropolyether (PFPE). All products in the line are designed to feature high temperature capability and material compatibility. The oils differ in having different pour points, low temperature capability, viscosities, volatility, Viscosity Index, vapor pressure, and wear prevention capability.

Nye Lubricants

Booth 7962

12 Howland St.

Fairhaven, MA 02719

FAX (508) 997-5285

www.nyelubricants.com

Enter 628

Membrane switches

Membrane switches from this company feature polyester and polycarbonate construction to produce a life expectancy of 1 million actuations per switch position, or 12 months. Options include water resistance to NEMA 4 standards, custom molded boxes, bezels, and frames with switch installation, color matching and repeatability, and 100% function testing of all circuits in-house.

Douglas Corp.

Booth 7635

9650 Valley View Rd.

Eden Prairie, MN 55344

FAX (952) 942-3125

www.douglascorp.com

Enter 629

Vector-duty motors

Blue Max®2000 is a line of totally enclosed, fan-cooled, vector duty, constant torque motors reportedly capable of full torque operation from zero to base speed on flux vector controls. Rated at 2000:1 constant torque operation, the product features the Max Guardinsulation system, and can be enhanced with an optional encoder feedback.

Marathon Electric, Booth 6945, 100 E. Randolph St., Wausau, WI 54402, FAX (715) 675-8030, www.marathonelectric.com

Enter 630

Gear design software

This Web-based plastic gear design software is designed to determine initial plastic gear specifications data, load analysis, safety factors, and materials specifications. The users can input size parameters for spur or helical gears, including the numbers of teeth, pitch, face, center distance, power, torque, and tangential load. The program then offers the user composition recommendations for gear construction.

Ufe, Booth 8967, 1850 S. Greeley St., Box 7, Stillwater, MN 55082, FAX (651) 351-4272, www.ufeinc.com

Enter 631

Soft motion control

WinMotion™software is said to provide soft motion control plus a soft PLC entirely within the software without the use of motion control cards or proprietary hardware. The product is also made to provide continuous data from a machine, including maintenance, production, and quality information in real time. The product runs on MicrosoftWindows®NT software.

MDSI, Booth 5537, 220 E. Huron, Ste. 600, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, FAX (734) 769-9000, www.mdsi2.com

Enter 632

Helical gear drives

The 800 Series of in-line helical gear drives are said to offer long-life performance and simplified maintenance in a wide range of reduction ratios. Models include double and triple reduction units, with standard NEMA C-Face flanged and direct input non-flanged configurations. The products are adaptable to floor, sidewall, or ceiling mounting, and are said to be dimensionally interchangeable with drives from other manufacturers.

Boston Gear, Booth 9117, 14 Hayward St., Quincy, MA 02171, FAX (617) 479-6238, www.bostgear.com

Enter 633

CAM software

This company's SFP Express is designed to be an entry-level programming and graphical editing system for machinists working in the shop floor environment. Features include optimized geometry creation, graphical process verification, and built-in training with step-through wizards to speed program creation and cut down on programming errors.

Gibbs and Associates

Booth 6900

323 Science Dr.

Moorpark, CA 93021

FAX (805) 523-0006

www.gibbscam.com

Enter 634

Ac gearmotors

Inverter duty, variable speed, constant torque ac gearmotors are available in a range of sizes and power ratings for a variety of applications. The motors are said to be reversible and totally enclosed fan-cooled, with double-shielded ball bearing support. Geartrains carry an AGMA Class 9 rating and have lifetime oil bath lubrication, heat-treated gearing, and die-cast aluminum housings.

Bison Gear & Engineering

Booth 7347

3850 Ohio Ave.

St. Charles, IL 60174

FAX (630) 377-6777

www.bisongear.com

Enter 635

Miniature fasteners

Miniature self-locking fasteners from this company now feature a BLUE®nylon patch which is permanently spray-bonded onto the threads of a fastener. This patch is designed to create a counterforce when pressure is applied, and to provide a positive and cost-effective hold that is more resistant to vibration than chemical products applied on assembly lines.

Nylok Fastener Corp.

Booth 7170

15260 Hallmark Dr.

Macomb, MI 48042

FAX (516) 678-5783

www.nylok.com

Enter 636

Spray nozzle

ProMax QuickJet spray nozzles are said to incorporate several new design features which help ensure trouble-free performance and fast maintenance. Features include easy-grip spray tips, a locking design which assures proper placement of the tip, and an internal O-ring seal which remains attached to the tip to prevent loss. Tips can also be changed without special tools.

Spraying Systems Co.

Booth 6553

Box 7900

Wheaton, IL 60189-7900

FAX 888-957-7729

www.spray.com

Enter 637

Dc motors

Small, high-quality dc brushed and brushless motors from this company are available in power ratings from 0.5 to 500W, and in diameters from 6 to 75 mm. Options include planetary or spur gearboxes, magnetic and optical encoders, tachometers, and amplifiers. The product is made to provide high efficiency, low EMI emissions, fast acceleration, no preferred rotor position, accurate control, and long life.

Maxon Precision Motors

Booth 9067

838 Mitten Rd.

Burlingame, CA 94010

FAX (650) 697-2887

www.mpm.maxonmotor.com

Enter 638

Idler-rollers

Load Runners®idler-rollers from this company are now available in four smaller sizes. The product comes in heavy-duty plain and flanged styles in sizes from 1 to 13/8 inches, while V-grooved versions are available in 11/2 and 2 inch diameters. All models come with either concentric or eccentric studs, and are available in inch or metric versions.

Osborn Manufacturing

Booth 332

5401 Hamilton Ave.

Cleveland, OH 44114

FAX (216) 361-1606

www.osborn.com

Enter 639

Remote circuit breakers

Remote-operated hydraulic/magnetic circuit breakers have been added to this company's line of circuit protection and control equipment. The product features a custom-designed remote operated motor housed within a circuit breaker molding, which is housed to a C-Series hydraulic/magnetic circuit breaker. The product can be mounted into existing panel designs, features on-off trip indication, and is load-shedding capable.

Carling Technologies, Booth 9162, 60 Johnson Ave., Plainville, CT 06062, FAX (860) 793-9231, www.carlingtech.com

Enter 640

Linear motion

Two new "Twin-Track" pre-assembled linear motion systems are now available from this company. Systems 9B and 10B both feature protective polyurethane-coated nylon bellows, and are said to be capable of operation from -65 to 250F. System 9B is designed for vertical motion systems in travel lengths from 2.9 to 15.4 inches, while System 10B incorporates supported rails which are integral to the base plate.

PIC Design, Booth 6526 , Box 1004, 86 Benson Rd., Middlebury, CT 06762-1004, FAX (203) 758-8271, www.pic-design.com

Enter 641

Gear reducers

LeCENTRIC in-line gear reducers are available for inputs from 1/4 through 7 1/2 hp in ratios up to 63:1. The products have aluminum housings and modular mountings to match the footprints of other popular reducer brands. Features include hardened and ground gears for enhanced efficiency and low noise, a heavy-duty output shaft for optimum torque transfer, and oversized ball bearings on both the input and output shafts.

Leeson Electric Corp., Booth 6945 , Box 241, Grafton, WI 53024-0241, FAX (262) 377-9025, www.leeson.com

Enter 642

Product management

mySmarTeam is a Web-based collaborative product definition management system which uses browser and portal technologies to integrate people and information. The product is said to allow users to control and manage changes in CAD drawings, bills of materials, and other documents over the Web, as well as to download, review, and revise documents.

SmarTeam Inc.

Booth 6311

900 Cummings Ctr., Ste. 307T

Beverly, MA 01915

FAX 978-524-1951

www.smarteam.com

Enter 643

Low-odor adhesives

Low-odor products have been added to this company's line of methacrylate structural adhesives designed for bonding thermoplastics, composites, FRP, metals, and dissimilar materials. Called the 900 Series, these products are said to provide the performance of other adhesives in the company's product line, but with 90% less odor.

ITW Plexus

Booth 8163

30 Endicott St.

Danvers, MA 01923

FAX (978) 774-0516

www.itwplexus.com

Enter 644

Temperature sensors

Thermal Vial™temperature sensing system is designed for ultralow freezer, cryogenic storage, blood bank, and other medical and scientific storage applications. Rated to -269C, the product features a precision RTD probe, a match calibrated 4-20 mA transmitter in a moisture-proof enclosure, ruggedized flexible cable, and a fluid-filled container which lets the sensor mimic the thermal response of the freezer's contents.

Minco Products Inc

Booth 8570

7300 Commerce Ln.

Minneapolis, MN 55432

FAX (763) 571-0927

www.minco.com

Enter 645

Safety coupler

C9000 safety couplers feature low connect/disconnect force, low pressure loss, light weight, and corrosion resistance for use with fluid compressed air. The product features an ergonomic "anti-whiplash" design which is said to be simple to use, quick to install and change, and compatible with new designs and standard systems.

Legris, Inc.

Booth 1439

7205 E. Hampton Ave.

Mesa, AZ 85208

FAX (480) 830-7556

www.legris.com

Enter 646

Coaxial connector

SHV Coaxial Connectors are made using this company's ceramic-to-metal sealing technology and are designed to mate with standard 10 KV SHV plugs. The product has a temperature range of -269 to 450C, and is said to handle currents up to 2A and voltages up to 10 KV. Made of 304 stainless steel and high purity alumina ceramic, the product is also non-magnetic and allows greater flexibility due to its small size.

Ceramaseal

Booth 7637

Box 260

New Lebanon, NY 12125

FAX (518) 794-8080

www.ceramaseal.com

Enter 647

Micro orifice

Micro series precision ruby and sapphire orifices are now available in new sizes in 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50 micron size increments. The products feature zero porosity, near-perfect chemical inertness, high temperature tolerance, high wear-resistance, and highly repeatable flows. Stainless steel filtration is available as an option, as is custom retrofitting.

Bird Precision

Booth 9234 1 Spruce St. Box 540569

Waltham, MA 02454

www.birdprecision.com

Enter 648

Paper handling

Designed for paper handling applications, this company's belts, transfer tires, and pulleys are said to feature high friction transfer, accurate self-tracking, and hold-in-place vacuum. Products are available in urethane, neoprene, silicone, EPDM, and Hypalon. Timing and flat belts are available with or without reinforcement for fixed center drive applications.

Fenner Drives

Booth 9122

311 W. Stiegel St.

Manheim, PA 17545

FAX 717-665-2649

www.fennerprecision.com

Enter 649

Quick connectors

QUICKON is a quick connection system specially designed for industrial plug applications in which round cables with a small number of wires must be connected efficiently and quickly. The manufacturer says that the connection can be loosened and reused several times, and doesn't require special tools. Additional features include integrated strain relief, no stripping of the conductors, and an IP 67 rating.

Phoenix Contact

Booth 4500

Box 4100

Harrisburg, PA 17111-0100

FAX (717) 944-1625

www.phoenixcon.com

Enter 650

Wave springs

Wavo compact round wire wave springs are designed to fit in tight radial and axial spaces while providing high and accurate force, good dimensional stability, and precise load deflection characteristics. The product is available in carbon and stainless steel in stock diameters from 1/2 inch to 6 inches, with custom sizes up to 84 inches also available.

Smalley Steel Ring Co.

Booth 7351

385 Gilman Ave.

Wheeling, IL 60090

FAX (847) 537-7698

www.smalley.com

Enter 651

Motion controller

6K motion controllers from this company can now be paired with a PC-based graphical user interface called MotionPanel™, which is said to give users features such as high-speed Ethernet communication, upload/download capabilities, and built-in intelligence without the need for programming. The product is also said to be a standalone device which provides intelligent motion control integration.

Compumotor

Booth 6542

5500 Business Park Dr.

Rohnert Park, CA 94928

www.compumotor.com

Enter 652

Planetary gear reducer

MotionMaster™7300SA is a stand-alone planetary gear reducer designed to adapt to NEMA 23 and 34 frame mountings. The product is said to deliver a high torque capacity at a low cost at servo-like speeds, torques, and response. The product reportedly has good heat dissipation abilities, and operates at a lower temperature due to the use of synthetic lubricants.

Groschopp

Booth 107

420 15th St. NE

Sioux Center, IA 51250

FAX (712) 722-1445

www.groschopp.com

Enter 653

Quick-curing epoxies

Designed for bonding dissimilar materials at room temperature, quick-curing epoxies from this company are made to provide a stable, clear, nonshrinking bond within minutes. Products in the line include: 5-Minute, a medium viscosity, general purpose adhesive/encapsulant; 2-TonClear Coat, a high-clarity adhesive for bonding metals to other materials; and Epoxy Plus™25, a rubber-toughened structural adhesive.

Devcon

Booth 8163

30 Endicott St.

Danvers, MA 01923

FAX (978) 774-0516

www.devcon.com

Enter 654

Wire design software

EMbassyWorks is said to automate the wire harness design process within the Solidworks™environment, eliminating the wait between design and prototype. The product is engineered to shorten design cycle times, and to reduce, and improve design quality and flexibility.

Linius Technologies

Booth 6900

276 Turnpike Rd.

Westborough, MA 01581

FAX 508-616-9362

www.linius.com

Enter 655

Dc motors

This company offers a full line of fractional horsepower series universal and permanent magnet dc motors. Standard and custom products are available for a number of applications, including yard and garden, fitness equipment, food processing, business machines, automotive, and marine. Performance of the company's B-Pak motors is rated at 130 cfm airflow and 135 inches of water lift.

GS Electric

Booth 437

1051 Sheffler Dr

Carlisle, PA 17201

FAX (717) 267-2743

www.gselectric.com

Enter 656

Fastening system

New variations of the Camcar®brand TORX PLUSDrive System are now available, including dome head designs, tamper-resistant fasteners, and the Autosert®feature for high-speed assembly. The system is said to overcome the limits of Phillips, hex, slotted, and other drive systems, reduces tooling costs, and ensures optimum torque transfer.

Textron Fastening Systems

Booth 9349

516 18th Ave

Rockford, IL 61104

FAX (815) 961-5345

www.textron.com

Enter 657

Plastic bearings

Plastic bearing assemblies from this company combine a rolling element bearing design with thermoplastic injection molding to provide a cost effective solution. The product combines acetyl plastic bearings with stainless steel balls, and the plastic components can be custom colored.

SarnaTech BNL

Booth 8529

56 Leonard St., Unit 5

Foxboro, MA 02035

FAX (508) 698-8898

www.sarnatech-bnl.com

Enter 658

Power supplies

Compact DIN rail mount power supplies are said to be "universal auto-ranging," which means that the same part can be used with 110 or 220V ac inputs. Primary switched power supplies are available from 5 to 480W, and are said to provide a clean, regulated source for dc power. Also available are 24V dc power supplies in versions ranging from 1 to 20A outputs.

Automation Systems Interconnect Inc., Booth 4007, Box 1230, Carlisle, PA 17013, FAX (717) 249-5542, www.asi-ez.com

Enter 659

Product database

This company provides an Internet-accessible product information database drawn from manufacturer's catalogs for design engineers. Subscribers can search for alternative solutions based on product functionality.

Solusource, Booth 7520, 5 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001, FAX (212) 613-3499, www.solusource.com

Enter 660

Design tool

Center Distance Designer Web Tool is said to enable designers to quickly select the proper timing belt drives online in real time. Once belts are selected, DWG drawings can be downloaded and inserted into a CAD design. The program automatically calculates the minimum center distance and the number of teeth in mesh on both the larger and smaller pulley.

Stock Drive Products,Booth 8346, Box 5416 2101 Jericho Tpke., New Hyde Park, NY 11042, FAX (516) 326-8827, www.sdp-si.com

Enter 661

Motor and driver

NEMA 17 high-torque integrated motor and drivers from this company are said to allow design engineers the simplicity of a motor with on-board electronics without the expense of an indexer on each axis. Integrated electronics eliminate the need to run motor cabling through the machine, which is said to reduce potential problems resulting from electrical noise.

Intelligent Motion Systems Inc., Booth 9320, Box 457 370 N. Main St., Marlborough, CT 06447, FAX (860) 295-6107

www.imshome.com

Enter 662

3D CAD

Featuring "heads-up" user interaction, this company's 3D CAD software is said to have the most time-saving innovations of any program available. Configuration Management capabilities simplify design reuse, while SmartPart technology is said to automate repetitive tasks. The program is also said to allow fast and flexible management of large assemblies, and provides tools for collaboration via the Internet.

SolidWorks

Booth 6900 300 Baker Ave.

Concord, MA 01742

FAX (978) 371-7303

www.solidworks.com

Enter 663

Fastener

Infinity S-hook fasteners are said by their manufacturer to be a reworking of the traditional S-hook fastener which results in more secure connection of chains and other components. Made of MB zinc plated spring wire, the fastener can be snapped on or off without the use of tools, is reusable, and provides tangle-free, high-density bulk storage.

Pivot Point Inc.

Booth 7318

Box 488

Hutisford, WI 53034-0488

FAX (920) 349-3253

www.pivotpins.com

Enter 664

Bearing simulation

BEAST is a three-dimensional simulation program which performs computer application analysis of any bearing type under any given load condition. The program reportedly has the ability to monitor and evaluate a large variety of performance parameters in close detail, giving users insight into the internal motions and forces of bearings as well as the dynamic behavior of bearing components.

SKF USA Inc.

Booth 8315

1510 Gehman Rd.

Kulpsville, PA 19443

FAX (215) 513-4736

Enter 665

Steel enclosures

Ralston™carbon steel electrical enclosures are said to be UL and CSA approved, and available in 10 different groups ranging from small, wall-mounted units to large, freestanding double enclosures. The products are polyester powder coated for durability and resistance to chalking, chipping, and aging. The units are also said to be suitable for general or industrial use, indoors or outdoors.

AD Products, Booth 8535, 4799 W. 150 ^th St., Cleveland, OH 44135, FAX (216) 267-5392, www.adproductsco.com

Enter 666

Ceramics

Balls made of this company's CERBEC®ceramics are said to provide bearing performance in a wide range of applications including machine tool spindles, dental equipment, pumps, aerospace, food processing, robotics, and semiconductors. Compared to steel balls, the product is said to lower total operating costs by decreasing wear, running at higher speeds, and improving reliability.

Saint-Gobain Advanced Ceramics, Booth 104, 10 Airport Park Rd. E., East Granby, CT 06026, FAX (860) 653-6834

Enter 667

Rotary actuator

Featuring independent adjustable built-in hard stops, this rotary actuator is said to handle higher speeds and heavier payloads than comparable units. The low profile output turntable is supported by a large diameter, four-point angular contact bearing, while mounting holes and standard dowel holes in both the body and turntable provide fast and easy interface in Sensors, Rotary Manifold, Clean Room, and Sealed models.

Robohand, Booth 8102, 482 Pepper St., Montroe, CT 06468, FAX (248) 397-6734, www.robohand.com

Enter 668

Rail slides

Telescopic rails from this company are said to be similar to drawer slides in desk drawers or filing cabinets. The products are designed to be easily mounted while taking up limited mounting space. Rails are made of hardened, cold-drawn bearing steel, and are designed to carry loads up to 2,500 lbs. per pair in strokes up to 2 meters.

Rollon Corp., Booth 707, 532 Route 15, Sparta, NJ 07871, FAX 973-579-3222, www.rollon.com

Enter 669

Industrial computer

Through its Sicomp Assembling Center, this company offers complete, customized industrial computer systems, which are said to be ready to run with all hardware and software components pre-configured and pre-installed. The company also offers technical advice and on-site repairs.

Siemens, Booth 7376, 2875 Northwoods Pkwy., Box 2407, Norcross, GA 30091

Enter 670

High-flow valves

8241 high-flow solenoid valves use a coil which is said to be readily replaceable without the use of tools, as well as a captive, stainless steel click-on spring clip which can be manually operated to exchange coils. The product is also said to be waterhammer free, has low power consumption, and can be used in applications such as commercial car washing, misting equipment, water purification, and food processing.

KIP Inc., Booth 8544, 72 Spring Ln., Farmington, CT 06032, FAX (860) 677-4999, www.kipinc.com

Enter 671

Rocker switch

3600 Tippmatic intelligent automatic shutoff rocker switches are designed for use in household appliances, water heating systems, hand dryers, climate controls, and other applications. The product features an integrated shutoff function with several delays available for design and application flexibility.

SAIA-Burgess Electronics Inc.

Booth 2714

1335 Barclay Boulevard

Buffalo Grove, IL 60089-4527

FAX (847) 215-9606

www.saia-burgess-usa.com

Enter 672

Ergonomic knobs

Two new lines of thermoplastic clamping knobs made of glass-filled nylon are now available. The products feature an ergonomic design, matte finish, soft contours, and strong clamping capabilities. Available in three arm and bar styles, the knobs are said to be ideal for applications from consumer products to industrial machinery, and can come with a projecting stud or blind threaded insert.

Davies Molding, LLC

Booth 8060

350 Kehoe Blvd.

Carl Stream, IL 60188-1181

FAX 630-510-9944

www.daviesmolding.com

Enter 673

Self-adjusting sensor

Remote setup models have been added to the line of SMARTEYE®PRO pushbutton self-adjusting photoelectric sensors. The new models are said to give users the capability of automatic "single action" setup on the sensor or from a remote location using a button or a touch screen. Digital control is provided in either the static or dynamic operating conditions.

Tri-Tronics Inc.

Booth 8461

Box 25135

Tampa, FL 33622-5135

FAX (800) 375-8861

www.ttco.com

Enter 674

Latching valve

Sub-miniature latching solenoid valves from this company have been specifically designed for applications which require ultra-low power, low heat, and small size. The product is magnetically latched and is said to require only momentary (10 ms) pulses of current to switch the state. Power consumption is said to be 2.8 mw/sec per switch, with a pressure range of 0-15 psig.

The Lee Company, Booth 8357, 2 Pettipaug Rd. Box 424, Westbrook, CT 06498-0424, FAX (860) 399-2270, www.theleeco.com

Enter 675

Polyarylamide compounds

IXEF®is a new, high performance plastic polyarylamide compound which its manufacturer says has a unique combination of features, including extreme rigidity, high fluidity, excellent surface finish, very low creep, high fatigue, and chemical resistance. Applications include automotive, industrial tooling, electronic, and household.

Solvay Advanced Polymers Inc., Booth 7272, 3333 Richmond Ave., Houston, TX 77098-3099, FAX (713) 525-7891, www. solvay.com

Enter 676

Thinwall molding

Thixomolded®parts from this company offer engineers the maximum amount of flexibility in thinwall metal parts for consumer and business electronics applications. The parts made in this process can also combine metal and plastic if required, including overmolding plastic and metal to create a macrocomposite part.

Thixomat Inc., Booth 9566, 620 Technology Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48108, www.thixomat.com

Enter 677

Simulation software

ANSYS®5.7 is the latest version of this company's advanced nonlinear simulation and analysis software. The product features the Probabilistic Design System™(PDS), which is said to take into account dimensional, loading, and boundary variations between individual components, and to quantify their effect on the analysis.

Ansys, Booth 175, Southpointe 375 Technology Drive, Canonsburg, PA 15317, www.ansys.com

Enter 678

Insulators

Precision die-cut flame-retardant battery shunt isolators are designed for use in electronics in the telecommunications industry. Made of a flame-retardant UL-recognized polypropylene plastic, the product is said to prevent accidental shorting of the battery and subsequent electrical shock. The one-piece part features a "T" tab and slot for ease of assembly.

Presscut Industries, Booth 7474, 2908 Commodore Dr., Carrolton, TX 75007, FAX (972) 245-2488

Enter 679

Dc devices

Offering a complete line of subfractional dc and brushless dc devices, this company provides design solutions for engineers looking for high torque in compact packages for automotive applications. The products include motors for electric power steering and starter generators, and actuators for shift-on-the-fly systems. Besides automotive, the products also have applications in medical, industrial, defense, and aerospace industries.

Globe Motors, Booth 7942, 2275 Stanley Ave., Dayton, OH 45404-1249, FAX (937) 229-8531, www.globe-motors.com

Enter 680