Leuze electronic, Inc.    New Hudson, MI 48165
Dec 09, 2003 Utilizing ultrasound technology, VSU 15 system checks and counts transparent labels during production and processing. With separate transmitter and receiver sensors, system independently monitors up to 10 channels. Central evaluation unit processes signals and transmits them via transistor outputs to machine control. Response time allows feeding speeds up to 120 m/min with 2 mm label gap.

Brudi Bolzoni Auramo    Homewood, IL 60430
Dec 08, 2003 Concealed within paper roll core, compact SPY device travels with paper roll from mill to end user, monitoring events that occur during transportation and handling. It monitors 3 perpendicular directions, temperature change, and exact time of occurrence to help determine cause of damage paper rolls may have encountered en route. Unit includes analysis program with GUI.

Ocean Machinery    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Dec 08, 2003 Ocean AVENGER CNC Beam Line, suited for steel fabricating industry, uses Siemens 840D CNC controller, fixed table, and moving drilling platform to process all steel profiles. Laser beam detects end of beam, setting the zero reference; all dimensions are referenced from this point. Unit processes beams up to 40 in. high of any length and weight and drills through 10 in. steel at rates from 150–200 holes/hr by utilizing through-the-tool-coolant system.

Ampro Computers, Inc.    San Jose, CA 95138-1007
Dec 08, 2003 MiniModule(TM) A2D, MiniModule FPGA, MiniModule GPIO, and MiniModule UART, for Little Board(TM) and CoreModule(TM) SBCs, support I/O requirements for up to 150 configurable input/output signals. MiniModules plug on top of CPUs and SBCs using PCI and ISA buses in PC/104 and PC/104-Plus connectors, yet plug in horizontally to reduce height and mounting requirements of end systems.

Continental Fan Mfg. Inc.    Buffalo, NY 14215
Dec 08, 2003 MID Mixed Flow Fan ranges in diameters from 12–24 in. with capacities to 6,000 cfm. It utilizes adjustable-pitch, mixed-flow impeller, and is suited for OEM applications or new construction. Fan conforms to AMCA B construction.

MRC Bearings    Lansdale, PA 19446
Dec 08, 2003 PumPac® Ball Bearings feature combination of 40° and 15° contact angles capable of carrying high thrust loads. Machined bronze cages are wear-resistant for use in poor lubrication conditions. ABEC 3 tolerances promote smooth operation, while V-etched OD enables simplified installation by indicating direction of thrust-carrying capability. Applications include centrifugal pumps, large vertical electric motors, compressors, and centrifuges.

Storopack Inc.    Cincinnati, OH 45246 1106
Dec 08, 2003 Excelerator automated replenishing system produces air pillows in varying standard lengths and widths on demand. Low-density polyethylene air pillows are lightweight, reusable, and recyclable. Anti Static LPDE film is available for electronics applications. Unit works with AIRplus® cushioning systems, which are suited for applications such as void fill and cushioning, corner pads, edge protectors, block and brace, end caps, and dunnage.

Contemporary Control Systems, Inc.    Downers Grove, IL 60515
Dec 08, 2003 Building Automation Systems Switch provides five 10/100 Mbps shielded RJ-45 ports. Each supports auto-negotiation protocol to select data rate, duplex, and flow control. All 5 ports are auto-MDI/X compliant, meaning that any port can function as uplink port to another switch, omitting all crossover cables in the field. Customers can use unregulated DC power source from 10-36 V or AC power source of 8-24 V, 47-63 Hz. Quick-disconnect power connector is provided.

Bosch Rexroth Corp., Linear Motion & Assembly Technologies Div.    Buchanan, MI 49107 1801
Dec 08, 2003 Suited for assembly, dispensing, deburring, and soldering operations, AR6 and AR8 multi-axis robots have respective working radii of 650 and 850 mm. They are able to transport up to 5 kg of payload with repetitive precision of ±0.02 mm. Slimline design can be table- or ceiling-mounted. Built-in absolute encoders are controlled by integrated IQ200 control system, available with compact rho4.0 or Windows-based rho4.1 IPC model.

Keithley Instruments, Inc., Test Instrumentation Group    Cleveland, OH 44139 1891
Dec 08, 2003 Series S680DC/RF Parametric Test System allows control of 300 mm wafer processes in 200 mm test times. SimulTestâ„¢ parallel test software option allows measurement of up to 9 devices simultaneously with single probe touchdown. Single-wire 300 mm SECS/GEM automation complies with SEMI and GJG factory standards. Adapt Test Software option allows system to change test plans automatically in real-time. Per-pin electronics design minimizes parasitic capacitance and leakage currents.

Larco    Brainerd, MN 56401-0547
Dec 08, 2003 MAX-series control unit provides continuous safety-system monitoring for machinery safeguarding, in applications where individual mat diagnostics are not necessary. Unit monitors up to 10 mats joined in series, with company's junction box. Selectable auto reset or monitored manual reset feature is built into each unit. DIN-rail mountable unit accommodates varied voltages, including 115 Vac, 230 Vac, and 24 Vdc.

ID Technology Corp.    Fort Worth, TX 76106
Dec 08, 2003 Model 150 wipe-on applicator, with synchronous drive, suits pressure-sensitive application of pre-printed UPC barcodes, spot labels, and assorted label sizes and shapes. Top, bottom, and side applications are accomplished by angled U-arm. Machine applies labels at up to 100-250 per minute with accuracy of ± 1/16 in. Anodized-aluminum construction protects from corrosive environment. Ambidextrous left-hand/right-hand design allows flexible operation.

Scapa North America    Windsor, CT 06095
Dec 08, 2003 Dublfilm® S820 pressure-sensitive adhesive film is coated on both sides with different acrylic adhesives. Double-coated film also suits general-purpose mounting and bonding applications. Exposed side of film and liner exhibit high-temperature resistance and high-shear properties. Film is supplied on 60# release liner.

Clark-Reliance Corporation, The    Strongsville, OH 44136
Dec 08, 2003 Simpliport® LED illuminator for bi-color water gage glass produces intense, highly visible light for improved safety, eliminating burning hazard. It retrofits on existing Simpliport® gauges and has a service life of 8 years. LED lights consume 90% less power than standard light bulbs.

John Deere    Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Dec 08, 2003 Mini-Frame Z-Trak™ Model 717A features 19 hp, vertical air-cooled Kawasaki gas engine with 4.8 in. 7-IRON™ deck. Model 727A model is powered by 23 hp, vertical air-cooled Kawasaki engine and mows with 54 in. 7-IRON deck. Both offer 8 mph forward moving speed and include 2 gal hydraulic reservoir; single-bodied, dual unitized Kanzaki pump; and wide-stance, square shoulder tires. Cutting height positions range from 1.5–4.5 inches in .25 in. increments.

John Deere    Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Dec 08, 2003 Models 7H17 and 7H19 offer 48 or 54 in. 7-Ironâ„¢ mower deck. Cutting height is adjusted using spring-loaded, quick-pull pins. Adjustable rear gauge wheels eliminate scalping on uneven terrain. Mowers feature Kanzaki hydraulic pump, floating deck system, and 2-gal hydraulic reservoir. Speed and tracking are controlled with one lever. Both models have unitized hydrostatic transmissions with on-the-go tracking adjustment. Forward mowing speed is 7 mph.

Proton Energy Systems, Inc.    Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Dec 08, 2003 HOGEN H Series hydrogen generator produces safe, pure, reliable hydrogen 24/7 at output rates from 80–240 ft³/hr. Suited for use in power generation, semiconductor, electronics, and heat-treating fields, it can incorporate additional cell stack modules to increase hydrogen output without increasing the unit's compact footprint.

ERNI Electronics, Inc.    Midlothian, VA 23112
Dec 08, 2003 Pressfit versions with lead-free surface are intended for applications where automated SMT assembly is not possible, subsequent placement of connector is required, or connectors are pre-mounted in housing and board is pressed in. Insertion forces are absorbed by form-fitting contacts in insulating body made of high-temperature resistant thermoplastics, and bolt anchoring ensures stability. They are available with 9, 15, 25, and 37 pins in 7.3 and 3.6 mm mounting heights.

SI Systems    Easton, PA 18040
Dec 08, 2003 SI Auto-Height Cart adds onboard intelligence and automated ergonomic-adjustment capabilities to LO-TOW® in-floor towline cart. RF communication with PLC controller is incorporated to facilitate assembly workflow and adjust work to proper ergonomic settings. RF transmitter reads worker's ID and adjusts incoming cart to required height and work position.

HSI Sensing, Inc.    Chickasha, OK 73023
Dec 05, 2003 With built-in relay contacts, PRX+4000 sensors respond to proximity of ferrous material and report relative position of elements that require continuous monitoring. No power is required for sensors to operate and no physical contact is required for activation. Features include SPST Form A contact arrangement, switching ratings of 120 V, and operating distances of 0.250-0.400 in. Construction resists contaminants, moisture, and vibration.