Fluid Power

CARTRIDGE VALVE

Pneumatically operated

Designed for precision dispensing of all types of fluids (solvents, oils, silicones, glues, UV adhesives, ink, etc.), the CV629 is a pneumatically operated valve that is used with a valve controller and reservoir tank. It can be integrated into an automatic dispensing robot or used as a bench dispensing valve. Shot sizes may be fine-tuned by turning the adjustment screw at the top of the valve. Shot size and flow rate are controlled by the tip size, fluid pressure, and the duration the valve is open. I&J Fisnar Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/4386-577

TANKLESS WATER HEATER

With copper heat exchanger

The ProStar^™ tankless gas water heater can reportedly be plumbed to serve a single fixture or multiple fixtures within the home. It is recommended for vacation homes, room additions, and other low-to-medium demand applications. The product is equipped with a copper heat exchanger and reportedly operates between 78-81 percent efficiency. According to the company, the tankless design heats water only when needed, with inputs modulating from 25,000 to 194,000 BTU, depending on hot water demand. A.O. Smith Water Products Co.http://rbi.ims.ca/4386-578

FLOW SENSORS

Accurate, convenient

Engineered for a wide variety of applications, the Flo-Tube flow sensors create and sense a pressure difference. When connected to the appropriate secondary instrumentation, the product provides an accurate and convenient method of flow measurement, according to the company. It features low permanent pressure loss, and customized units for existing mountings. Intended applications include pipelines (natural gas, fuels, chemicals), stacks (mixtures, emission monitoring), ducts (air flow, HVAC controls), water (potable, superheated, co-generation plants, building supply), among others. J-Tec Associates Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/4386-579

TESTING INSTRUMENT

Fast, accurate

The Sentinel F-21 testing instrument reportedly uses a solid-state mass flow sensor to respond rapidly to flow changes, resulting in faster test cycles. The 32-point calibration is designed to provide the most advanced and accurate flow measurement available, and it also uses tandem regulators to assure a constant pressure source for reliable mass flow readings. It also offers a simple operator panel, dual pressure testing capability, a self-test feature, and the ability to store 1,000 test results for output to a printer or computer. Cincinnati Test Systems Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/4386-580

CAPACITIVE LEVEL SENSOR

For small tubes and hoses

The TLS 100 is reportedly the first capacitive level sensor designed specifically for tubes and hoses. Its clip-on mounting design is engineered to reduce installation time and to permit a wider adjustment band for sensitivity. It detects the presence or absence of liquids at a chosen level within plastic tubes, rubber hoses, and small glass or plastic pipes. Intended applications include the control of liquids in pharmaceutical manufacturing, food processing, chemical mixing, and detergent dispensing. E-T-A Circuit Protection and Controlhttp://rbi.ims.ca/4386-581

PTFE CONDUIT

Protects wiring, transports fluids

The company's line of PTFE tubing is offered in several configurations for protecting wiring or transporting fluids in critical applications. It is designed to be a conduit for protecting wiring in harsh environments and transporting fluids where a chemically inert and nonflammable material is required. It features plain, corrugated, and conflated styles. M.M. Newman Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/4386-582

HEAT TRAP FITTINGS

Quiet operation

The Hush^™ heat trap fittings feature a newly designed ball that reportedly reduces the possibility of "rattle" in water heaters. They incorporate a thermoplastic ball with an elongated "tail," according to the company, and during the flow of water, the tail is forced to the interior surface of fitting, reducing the possibility of noise or rattle. They are designed to help water heater manufacturers meet DOE efficiency requirements by reducing heat loss and providing safety relief ports that prevent accidental closure of the waterway. Perfection Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/4386-583

SENSOR

Replaces mechanical float switch

The Leveltrak^™ sensor is designed to replace mechanical float switches. It is an electronic "floatless" sensor that detects level without any moving parts, according to the company. It determines level by measuring the point of dielectric contrast that occurs at the level height, the company adds. ifm efector inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/4386-584

FPA CONDUIT FITTINGS

For demanding electrical applications

The FPA Nylon Conduit Fittings are designed for use with genuine Flexicon flexible, corrugated Nylon electrical conduit and tubing in trade sizes from ¼-2 inches. They provide a liquid tight, secure installation. They are available in straight, 45- and 90-degree connections. Intended applications include pumps, motors, HVAC systems, machine tools, electrical housings, and cabinetry. Heyco Products Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/4386-585

CAVITY PUMP

Bushed pin joint

The Titan C22 progressing cavity pump is engineered as a drop-in replacement with interchangeable parts for close-coupled pin joint drive configurations. Features include flow capacities of 500 gpm, pressures to 175 psi, bushed pin joint that allows optimal material selection for reduced product wear, and elastomer seals at each end of the stator for easy replacement. The block design reportedly enables a close coupled drive configuration that is compact in size. Tarbyhttp://rbi.ims.ca/4386-586

REFLECTANCE METER

Accurate, reliable

The Pocket Detective 3.0 window tint meter is designed to offer solutions for both VLT measurements, along with VLR measurements. It can also be used to measure optical properties of varying materials. Features include push-button operation, LCD digital readout, auto shut-off, panel-light function indicators, and 1,600 mAh internal battery. Gardcohttp://rbi.ims.ca/4386-587

TURBINE FLOW SENSOR DISPLAYS

Panel-mounted

The HB2800 display is designed for use with the company's Ultima and Classic Flow Sensors. It accepts non-amplified low-level frequency input and calculates rate of flow and total flow. The F6600 digital display accepts inputs from the company's Ultima and Class Turbine Flow Sensors, according to the company, as well as sources such as switch contacts, outputs from CMOS or TTL circuits, and magnetic pickups. It is designed for such applications as remote flow monitoring. Hedland Flo-techhttp://rbi.ims.ca/4386-588