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In this issue:
* Editor's Message
* Our Top new products selection
[1] Air preparation systems expand in capacity
[2] Guide to portable appliance testing
[3] Polymer bearings adopt miniature outlines
[4] VSDs drive down HVAC costs
[5] Compact actuators have higher load capacities
[6] Hydraulic filters ease disposal problems
[7] Coated tape reacts to laser exposure
[8] Turbidity monitor promises reliable readings
[9] Easy guide to pH measurement
[10] Spiral bevel gearboxes are lightweight and compact
* New technical articles and case studies
* Other featured product news
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OUR TOP NEW PRODUCT SELECTION
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[1] AIR PREPARATION SYSTEMS EXPAND IN CAPACITY
(Parker Hannifin, 22 Nov 2006)
The latest addition to Parker Hannifin's innovative Moduflex modular
air preparation system is the new Moduflex 80 range, ideal for use in
factory pneumatic ring-main installations. The products include
filters, lubricators and regulators, as well as accessories. A key
feature is the use of Parker's novel Cliplok fasteners, which allow
combinations of components to be assembled without the use of tools,
in less than half the time needed with conventional systems, and
without the need for extra items such as pipe connectors.
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[2] GUIDE TO PORTABLE APPLIANCE TESTING
(Seaward Electronic, 21 Nov 2006)
Seaward Electronic has published an updated version of its popular
free booklet providing details of all the practical electrical
engineering and safety issues associated with the safety of electrical
equipment and portable appliances in the workplace. The full colour,
36-page "Guide to portable appliance testing" should be of interest to
all those with responsibility for ensuring the safe operation of
electrical equipment in the workplace, as well as those involved in
conducting tests or providing portable appliance test services.
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[3] POLYMER BEARINGS ADOPT MINIATURE OUTLINES
(Igus (UK), 20 Nov 2006)
Igus has added two new mini polymer bearings to its Igubal range,
which are light and compact, simple to install and adapt to all
angular misalignments. High performance polymer bearings are being
used more and more in machine tools, handling equipment, laboratories
and automation equipment because they are dry running,
maintenance-free, manage without a seal even in heavily soiled
environments, and are corrosion resistant in liquids and chemicals.
The new KGLM Mini plain bearing has a highly resilient polymer bush,
the wall thickness of which has been reduced to half that of the
traditional KGLM bearing. There's also a new mini pedestal bearing for
high radial loads to suit 5, 6, 8 and 10mm shaft diameters.
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[4] VSDS DRIVE DOWN HVAC COSTS
(Schneider Electric, 17 Nov 2006)
With dedicated functions for use with pumps and fans, and an
innovative design that minimises harmonic generation, Telemecanique's
new Altivar 21 range of variable speed drives should provide
substantial energy savings in HVAC applications. In almost all
applications, the cost of the new drive and its installation will
qualify under the government's Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) scheme
for 100% tax relief in the first year. Altivar 21 drives are
available in three-phase versions with ratings from 0.75kW to 75kW,
and can be supplied as IP20 units for mounting within control panels,
or as IP54 models which require no additional enclosure.
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[5] COMPACT ACTUATORS HAVE HIGHER LOAD CAPACITIES
(Danaher Motion, 20 Nov 2006)
Danaher Motion has launched two electric lifting cylinders. The
Thomson Pro 80, with its ball thread screw, is designed to withstand a
905kg maximum load, and the Pro 40 model, with trapezoidal spindle,
has a 340kg top load-bearing capacity. As well as greater load
capacities, the new models have more compact designs, enhanced energy
efficiency and comprehensive control options. They also feature
electronic limit switch-off and overload protection, programmable
switches and the choice between digital or analogue feedback options.
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[6] HYDRAULIC FILTERS EASE DISPOSAL PROBLEMS
(Parker Hannifin - Filter Division, 21 Nov 2006)
Parker Hannifin 's latest E-Series filters are designed for use in a
wide range of hydraulic and oil lubrication systems and will enable
companies to enhance their environmental policies, as part of
ISO14001. Contaminated and spent oil and lubrication filters
traditionally have to be changed as complete units, including filter
media and the element sleeve or support core, or as spin-on cans,
which can account for a significant proportion of industrial waste by
weight and volume. The E-Series filters however are designed so that
only the filter media has to be replaced, with the element sleeve or
central support core being reusable. Perhaps as importantly, the
disposable elements can be crushed, shredded and baled or incinerated
using conventional techniques and without producing hazardous
residues.
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[7] COATED TAPE REACTS TO LASER EXPOSURE
(DataLase, 20 Nov 2006)
DataLase has unveiled its Casemark Tape, a cost-effective label
replacement solution for outer case secondary packaging. Featuring
DataLase coated tape, this fully integrated system produces a colour
change in the tape from white to black on exposure to a low power,
DataLase approved CO2 laser. As the tape does not have any backing
paper or require any inks, ribbons or other costly consumables, the
technique is much simpler, cheaper and more environmentally friendly
than traditional print-and-apply labels. Additionally, the
"apply-and-print" technique enables information to be "printed" on the
tape after the tape has been applied to the case, as opposed to
traditional thermal labelling techniques.
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[8] TURBIDITY MONITOR PROMISES RELIABLE READINGS
(Analytical Technology, 20 Nov 2006)
New from Analytical Technology (ATi), the A15/76 turbidity monitor is
designed to meet the needs of both municipal drinking water systems
and industrial water treatment for reliable, low-range turbidity
measurement. By using an infrared light source and a 90 degree
scatter measurement, the innovative A15/76 "provides high sensitivity
measurement with unmatched zero stability". Turbidity can be measured
from as low as 0.001 NTU to as high as 4000 NTU, eliminating the need
for separate high and low range instruments.
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[9] EASY GUIDE TO PH MEASUREMENT
(ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation), 20 Nov 2006)
Readers can find out how to get the best performance from pH equipment
with ABB's new "Easy guide to pH measurement". The guide provides ten
top tips for ensuring accurate pH measurement, reducing costs while
increasing yields, maintaining product quality and reducing emissions.
Covering any application where pH equipment is used, this simple,
practical guide can help to keep a pH system in good working order.
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[10] SPIRAL BEVEL GEARBOXES ARE LIGHTWEIGHT AND COMPACT
(RA Rodriguez (UK), 22 Nov 2006)
New from KHK are two new ranges of spiral bevel gearboxes which have
just been introduced to the UK by RA Rodriguez. Thanks to their
plastic resin housing the new PBX miniature bevel gearboxes are
lightweight and compact, and have superior chemical and thermal
resistance. The units have a high grade case iron housing and use
tapered roller bearings. Gear ratios are 1:1 or 1:2 which meet the
requirements of most applications.
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New Technical Articles and Case Studies
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY AT WORK: ELIMINATING THE DANGERS
(Seaward Electronic, 22 Nov 2006)
Jim Wallace explains the importance of ensuring the safety of
electrical equipment used in the workplace.
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or send a blank email to mailto:saw150@fetch.engineeringtalk.com
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FACTORS IN HYDRAULIC OIL SELECTION
(Shell Lubricants, 20 Nov 2006)
Selecting the most appropriate hydraulic oil is key to maximising
performance.
* Read more: http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/she/she139.html
or send a blank email to mailto:she139@fetch.engineeringtalk.com
LINEAR MOTION GUIDES KEEP WOODWORKING IN LINE
(THK UK, 21 Nov 2006)
The latest linear motion guides from THK are delivering major advances
in the reliability and performance of woodworking machines, as well as
offering significant cost savings in many cases.
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or send a blank email to mailto:thk196@fetch.engineeringtalk.com
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DC DRIVE ADDS EFFICIENCY TO LEGACY MOTORS
(ABB Automation Tech (Drives and Motors), 21 Nov 2006)
New DC drive technology debuts in retrofit of leading Southeast US
paper mill's slitter-rewinder.
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SMART DRIVES SAVE ON PLCS
(Baldor UK, 20 Nov 2006)
A smart AC motor drive has allowed Centrilift Cable to eliminate a
PLC, and improve the productivity of winding finished cable onto
drums, at its facility in Claremore, Oklahoma.
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SOFTWARE MAKES SENSE OF AIRBUS WIND TUNNEL DATA
(National Instruments, 20 Nov 2006)
Airbus uses DIAdem data analysis and report generation software as its
Europe-wide standard tool for processing wind-tunnel test data.
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SENSORS COMBINE TO MEASURE WET PAINT THICKNESS
(Micro-Epsilon UK, 20 Nov 2006)
An innovative combination sensor system attaches directly to a robot
arm so that automotive OEMs can inspect the thickness of sprayed paint
coatings.
* Read more: http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/mip/mip127.html
or send a blank email to mailto:mip127@fetch.engineeringtalk.com
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VISION SYSTEM RESOLVES MINUTE DIFFERENCES
(Sick (UK), 20 Nov 2006)
Arla Foods had trialled several other systems, but it wasn't until
Sick's IVC2D vision system was put into action that Arla Foods
realised that it had found exactly what it was looking for.
* Read more: http://www.engineeringtalk.com/news/sck/sck186.html
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> Request free details from the supplier on IVC2D:
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Other featured new product news
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SHAFT SEALS KEEP VOC VAPOURS AT BAY
(Meco Seals, 17 Nov 2006)
Meco custom shaft seals are effective in containing VOC vapours from
rotating reactor, dryer, extractor and conveyor driveshafts.
> Request free details from the supplier on Meco custom shaft seals:
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THERMAL IMAGERS PROVIDE MAINTENANCE OPTIONS
(Fluke (UK), 17 Nov 2006)
Easy-to-use thermal imagers provide a choice of rugged, fully
radiometric solutions for industrial maintenance engineers and for
predictive maintenance (PdM) applications.
> Request free details from the supplier on Thermal imagers:
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CALIBRATION SYSTEM KEEPS PLANT ON TRACK
(Endress + Hauser, 20 Nov 2006)
The new generation of the Topcal S measuring, cleaning and calibration
system makes fully automatic, economical pH and ORP measurement
possible even in aggressive process environments.
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LOW-COST DISPLAY HAS FOUR FIVE-DIGIT CHANNELS
(Inertial Aerosystems UK, 17 Nov 2006)
Inertial Aerosystems has a new low-cost multichannel display system,
designed primarily for use in the processing industry.
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BENCHMARKING SERVICE AIDS DECISION MAKING
(Citect, 20 Nov 2006)
Benchmarking service is designed to support corporate performance
benchmarking through visually sharing KPIs between corporate and plant
managers.
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SPECIALIST WIRE COVERS WIDE RANGE OF APPLICATIONS
(William Hughes, 21 Nov 2006)
William Hughes continues to expand its stocks of specialist wire and
can now offer the widest range of spooled and cut to length wire
available in the UK.
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STEPPER SYSTEMS ARE RENOWNED FOR HIGH ACCURACY
(EAO, 20 Nov 2006)
The new Sanyo Denki Sanmotion stepper and encoder motion and control
systems catalogue is available from EAO.
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