May 25, 2012 Capable of producing dense metal parts from 3D CAD data using fiber laser, Model AM125 provides part-build volume of 125 x 125 x 125 mm, while Model provides 250 x 250 x 300 mm with Z axis extendable to 360 mm. Machines build parts layer by layer, in thicknesses from 20-100 microns, using fine metal powders. Both have build rates of 5-20 cm³/hr, dependent on material, part density, and geometry. Equipped with fully welded vacuum chamber, systems operate at oxygen concentrations below 50 ppm.

May 25, 2012 Providing chemical resistance and operating at temperatures up to 600°F, Flex-Lok® TCF is suited for handling harsh, wet fumes. Teflon®-coated fabric hose features double-ply construction with silver heat-resistant fiberglass liner, which is mechanically crimped in continuous process. Sealed exterior prevents escape of dangerous fumes. Offered in 4-20 ID sizes and 25 ft lengths, hose is available with optional non-marking thermoplastic rubber clip cover to protect helix.

May 25, 2012 Equipped with 300 dpi print head, Primacy can print up to 210 single-sided cards in color/hr, and up to 140 on both sides. Unit features 100-card capacity input and output hoppers, which are located at front of printer for access and monitoring. Encoding options can be installed on-site, whether need is for magnetic stripes, smart cards, or RFID contactless cards. Offering silent operation, Primacy is suited for transportation passes, payment cards, and identification badges.

May 25, 2012 Suited for general-purpose and hazardous area High Energy Trunk architectures, 9180 Series provides redundant power for 8 FOUNDATION(TM) fieldbus H1 segments via 2 groups of up to three 919x-FP 4-segment power modules operating in N+1 redundant configuration. Modularity accommodates redundant applications requiring 250-500 mA or up to 250 mA current per segment. Along with failure alarms and galvanic isolation, features include passive inductors and terminators for maximum availability.

May 25, 2012 Used for finishing steel and stainless steel as well as aluminum and other alloys, ENDURO-FLEX features design and flap configuration with cloth and abrasive composition. Disc produces consistent surface finish, and backing can be trimmed down in order to increase operational longevity. Latter results in decreased disc changeover requirements as well as reduced waste. With Grit 40, 5 in. disc removes up to 2,500 g over its lifespan.

May 25, 2012 TENDOzero features 4 lateral set-screws, integrated into precision mounting, that directly affect tool shank, correct angular position of tool, and adjust run-out. Compensation for spindle run-out errors is done at machine, and vibration damping leads to even cut and minimizes micro blow-outs at cutting edge. In addition to conventional cooling from outside, TENDOzero also has internal coolant supply; slightly modified version offers minimum quantity lubrication (MQL).

May 25, 2012 Using depletion mode JFET SJDT170R1400, designers can achieve simplified and accelerated start-up without using any extra components, including heat sink. This 1,700 V/1,400 mohm silicon carbide (SiC) JFET, targeting 3-phase auxiliary power supplies, comes in 16 x 10 x 4.4 mm, SMD D2PAK-7L package with creepage distance of 6.85 mm that supports 1,700 V applications, simplifies PCB layout, and optimizes switching performance with its inductance value.

May 25, 2012 Designed for BETE flexible back pack fire extinguishers, adapter screws onto normal nozzle end of pump action sprayer, converting it to male connector that will fit standard quick-release, female hose connector. Adapter provides alternative to stirrup pumps and traditional hose reel adapters used for chimney fires, minimizing mess and potential for water damage.

May 25, 2012 Supporting wire gauges from 18-26 AWG with up to 8 positions, 9286 Series connects numerous wires together electrically, creating junction box. Single power, ground, or signal wire can be branched out to run multiple devices/units identically. Pushbutton activation allows for stripped solid or stranded wires to be inserted and removed or replaced. Featuring 4.00 mm pitch, reusable connectors feature 8 A current rating and operate from -40 to +125°C.

May 25, 2012 Delivering precision elemental and isotopic analysis, IMS 7f-Auto Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometer is optimized for glass, metals, ceramics, Si-based devices, III-V and II-VI devices, bulk materials, and thin-films. With motorized storage chamber and sample transfer, unit can analyze multiple samples in chained or remote mode, possibly overnight. Design of primary column, coupled with automated routines for primary and secondary column tuning, ensure precision measurement with long-term stability.

Fri, 25 May 2012


Plus: A Study Finds Coffee Drinkers Live Longer and a Big Week for Private Space Flight.

Thu, 24 May 2012


Companies are increasingly relying on social media profiles to research job candidates, and many of their hiring decisions are now based on what they find online. What specific types of information are they looking for and how will this affect a job seeker's chances?

Wed, 23 May 2012


Plus: Your Passion Vs. Your Bank Account, Advantages of Crowdsourcing, 1,000-Year-Old Farming Secrets, the Fastest-Dying Jobs of This Generation and MORE.

Tue, 22 May 2012


Small businesses are considered the main drivers of job creation in the U.S., but hiring remains sluggish nationwide. Can smaller firms ramp up hiring enough to jump-start the labor market in the near future?

Tue, 22 May 2012


Although entrepreneurs are generally optimistic about their own businesses, they have sent mixed signals about the overall economic outlook for the next 12 months, and are therefore proceeding with caution.

ASTM International
West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959  
May 25, 2012 - ASTM D7492/D7492M, Guide for Use of Drainage System Media with Waterproofing Systems, provides information and guidelines for selection and installation of drainage systems media used with waterproofing systems. As chairmen of Subcommittee D08.22 on Waterproofing and Dampproofing Systems, Bruce Darling noted that designers and contractors will be primary users of this new standard. It is intended to be used in conjunction with multiple waterproofing standards.

ASTM International
West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959  
May 25, 2012 - ASTM International Committee D07 on Wood has approved ASTM D7746, Practice for Calculating the Superimposed Load on Wood-Frame Floor-Ceiling Assemblies for Standard Fire Resistance Tests. Developed by Subcommittee D07.05 on Wood Assemblies, standard will be used in conjunction with other fire test standards, and will be used primarily by manufacturers who are seeking fire resistance tests and agencies that conduct such tests.

IPC-Association Connecting Electronics Industries
Bannockburn, IL 60015  
May 25, 2012 - IPC/JEDEC-9704A, Printed Circuit Assembly Strain Gage Test Guideline, makes it easier for engineers to run strain gage tests during manufacturing process. While first-generation document provided target pass/fail points, Revision A changes focus to methodology. Guideline includes formulas for calculating strain and describes techniques for analyzing data derived from these tests. In addition to BGAs, IPC/JEDEC-9704A provides recommendations for sockets and ceramic capacitors.

Thermoset Resin Formulators Association (TRFA)
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137  
May 25, 2012 - TRFA invites industry professionals to participate in 1 hr webinar on June 28, 2012 at 11:00 am EDT pertaining to principles and science behind design and selection of additives. Presenter Dan Breidenbach, Laboratory Manager at BYK USA, will help attendees learn major reasons and objectives for using air release additives, differentiation between air release additives and defoamers, principles of wetting and dispersive additives, as well as surface defects and solutions.

National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
Golden, CO 80401  
May 25, 2012 - NREL's Junior Solar Sprint, Hydrogen Fuel Cell, and Lithium Ion Battery car competitions saw 104 participating teams from 23 Colorado schools. Student teams raced solar, lithium ion, or hydrogen fuel cell powered vehicles they designed and built themselves, and trophies were given out for speed as well as technology, craftsmanship, and innovation for each technology.