Igus, Inc.    East Providence, RI 02914 0349
Jul 15, 2003 Designed for 1-, 2- or 3-axis movement of automated cables, E-Z Triflex snakes in up to 3 different directions. Series incorporates crossbar design, which consists of 2 memory-retaining, engineered polymer pieces that allow cables and hoses to be pressed directly into carrier without need for tools. Links can be added/subtracted using screwdriver as lever to modify length and type of movement. It is suited for robotic and space-restricted applications.

ITW Switches, An Illinois Tool Works Co.    Harwood Heights, IL 60656 3512
Jul 15, 2003 With 0.050 in. centers, ERG SMJS Jumper-Switchâ„¢ can be configured as SPDT or DPDT. Product is available with custom or ganged top half that allows pick-and-place equipment to remove switch for processing. Other features include gold over nickel-plated beryllium copper contacts, 4-point wiping contact design, positive detent action, and deep V slots. Unit is suited for data programming, digital address settings, and signal and data line switching.

C & D Technologies    Mansfield, MA 02048-1151
Jul 15, 2003 Series LEN non-isolated, point-of-load DC/DC converters accept 12 V ±15% input and convert it to lower voltage from 0.8-3.3 V at 28 A or 5 V at 25 A. Two-phase, fixed-frequency, buck-regulator design enables them to simultaneously deliver 85-96% efficiency, 100 µsec step response, and operating temperature to +70°C without derating. E-brick package is offered in both standard through-hole and SMT versions. Units are lead-free and include I/O protection.

Dematic Corp.    Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Jul 15, 2003 PickDIRECTOR® Express integrates indexing conveyor and pick to light technology. Multiple pre-labeled totes or cartons are indexed into picking zone on belt conveyor in sequence. Order selector picks required items and confirms picks. Operation is repeated until all sequenced totes in zone are completed. Efficiency and productivity are increased since operators are not required to scan bar codes on each tote/carton or move totes/cartons from zone to zone.

PennEngineering & Manufacturing Corporation / Atlas Engineer    Tallmadge, OH 44278
Jul 15, 2003 Atlasâ„¢ SpinTite® blind threaded inserts are for applications where only one side of workpiece is accessible for fastener installation and final component assembly. Their use eliminates need for additional hardware beyond mating screw. Aluminum, brass, steel, and stainless steel inserts come in unified and metric thread sizes from No. 6–32 to ½ in.–16 and M4–M10. They can be installed permanently in shop or field utilizing hand-held portable tool.

American Coolair Corp.    Jacksonville, FL 32203 2300
Jul 15, 2003 Wall Housings for CBH, CBHX, and CBC fan models are completely reversible for supply or exhaust use. They are offered with inlet hoods, discharge hoods, and shutters and come in galvanized steel, galvanized steel with 6 mil epoxy, stainless steel, and all aluminum.

Newtex Industries, Inc.    Victor, NY 14564
Jul 15, 2003 Zetex Twisted Ropes, made from highly texturized amorphous silica yarns, come in 1½, 1¾, and 2 in. diameters. Once cut, they retain their shape integrity. Ropes withstand continuous heat to 1100°F, as well as cold to -100°F. Standard 25 lb spool yields 48 ft for 1½ in., 36 ft at 1¾ in., and 28 ft at 2 in. diameter. Applications include boiler doors, boiler inspection plate covers, and dome or lid covers within molten metals market.

Schneider Packaging Equipment Co., Inc.    Brewerton, NY 13029 0890
Jul 15, 2003 Case Packers accommodate cartons up to 30 x 21 x 24 in. and come in horizontal or vertical models. Vertical Model KDF magazine has speeds of 4 cases/min, and Horizontal Model KDF magazine packs up to 7 cases/min. Both include integrated infeed conveyor ready to install into pre-existing production line. Allen Bradley PLCs and controls allow machines to restart from any interruption without losing case or product and without human intervention.

Linear Technology Corp.    Milpitas, CA 95035
Jul 15, 2003 Model LTC3252 spread spectrum, step-down DC/DC converter can deliver 250 mA continuous output to 2 separate channels. It operates from 2.7-5.5 V, making it suitable for single cell Li-Ion or multi-cell NiMH/Alkaline applications. Both outputs are resistor programmable from 0.9-1.6 V. Switched capacitor fractional conversion enables it to attain efficiencies as high as 88%. Switching frequency randomly shifts within 1.0-1.6 MHz range to minimize harmonics.

IBM (Corporate Headquarters)    Armonk, NY 10504-1783
Jul 15, 2003 Four J's Business Development Suite offers graphical development tool for Informix 4GL users. While preserving investments in 4GL source code, it enables developers to open applications seamlessly to wide variety of graphical computing environments. It provides N-tier thin client architecture and scales to thousands of users simultaneously. Users can write applications once and deploy anywhere, without recompilation for different operating systems.

ACCPAC International Inc.    Pleasanton, CA 94566
Jul 15, 2003 Project and Job Costing Module, part of Advantage Series accounting software, provides small and mid-size businesses with tools to manage estimates, track progress, and control costing and billing. It helps SMBs determine which jobs are profitable and better manage resources across all projects. Module includes ability to deploy over Web and freedom to run on either Linux or Microsoft Windows operating systems and on variety of databases.

FKI Logistex North America    St. Louis, MO 63132
Jul 15, 2003 EASYpick® Trak Light provides distribution center and warehouse order fulfillment and picking support with menu-based functionality. With Ethernet plug-in design, it offers snap-together, single-cable connections, and microprocessors in all display units as well as and modular units that snap in at pick face. Each unit has unique internal address with ability to communicate independently with single controller for message transmission throughout entire order management network.

Manufacturing Data Systems, Inc.    Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Jul 15, 2003 Combining flexibility of proprietary, open-architecture software with packaged control solution, products include industrial PC, touchscreen monitor, machine interface components, and cabling, plus preloaded OpenCNC® or WinMotion® software. Software includes soft CNC or software motion, PLC, HMI, API, and real-time data collection. Packages allow users to upgrade/interchange hardware, software, and peripheral components without re-engineering existing machine logic.

Avocent Corp.    Huntsville, AL 35805
Jul 15, 2003 SwitchView IP remote access device provides anytime, anywhere access and control over TCP/IP connections. Administrators can monitor entire reboot cycle of computer from any location using web browser. Device provides out-of-band access, so servers are available even if network is down. It maintains secure remote connections using industry-standard 128-bit SSL encryption.

CGW, Camel Grinding Wheels, USA    Niles, IL 60714
Jul 15, 2003 Available with 20 mm and 1 in. arbor hole sizes, 14 in. metal and ductile gas saw blades measure 5/32 in. thick. Blades are constructed with 3 layers of fiberglass reinforcement for increased strength on the sides of the wheels. DSA approved blades are available in 2 grains: aluminum oxide, for metal/steel applications, and aluminum oxide-silicon carbide mix, for working with ductile iron.

Datastick Systems Inc.    Santa Clara, CA 95050
Jul 15, 2003 Datastick Connectionâ„¢ Wave BT for ICHM® links to Oceana Sensor's ICHM 20/20 smart sensor module via Bluetooth v1.1-compliant wireless connection. It can record signals up to 20 kHz and can read, display, and store 2 channels of dynamic data, including time-based data as well as FFT and Auto Power Spectrums processed by ICHM 20/20. Stored data can be downloaded using Palm HotSync® technology to desktop personal computers for further analysis and trending.

SolidWorks Corp.    Concord, MA 01742
Jul 15, 2003 Able to automate hundreds of tasks, SolidWorks® 2004, 3D mechanical design software offers consumer product design functions, deform and section view capabilities, and drawing automation capabilities. Users can generate 2D views of 10,000-piece assemblies in 10 sec. Product also includes SolidWorks welding design, drawing automation, large assembly, and COSMOSXpressâ„¢ analysis software; weldment environment; SolidWorks RealView feature; and PDMWorksâ„¢ software.

Heyco Products, Inc.    Toms River, NJ 08753
Jul 14, 2003 Heavy-Duty Ring and Spade Terminals are available 2- or 3-up on single-reel, rear-feed system, which allows 2 or 3 terminals to be crimped onto ground wire at one time for high-voltage applications. Made from solid, smooth-finish brass, terminals are offered in sizes to crimp onto larger, higher voltage, 6–8 and 8–12 American Wire Gauge ground wire from single large-capacity rear-feed reels.

Astrodyne Corp.    Mansfield, MA 02048
Jul 14, 2003 Active power factor corrected Series SP500 provides output power of 500 W, 85-265 Vac universal input, and single outputs from 12-48 Vdc. Series offers soft-start circuitry with integral EMI filtering and includes power-good LED indicator, output adjustment potentiometer, and 0 to +40°C ambient temperature range. Each model contains over voltage and short circuit protection circuitry, 3,000 Vac I/O isolation, and screw terminal I/O connections.

Anver Corp. - Anver.Com    Hudson, MA 01749 3214
Jul 14, 2003 VFP-3 Metal Plate Vacuum Lifter utilizes fully adjustable suction pads for handling loads without slings or hooks. Capable of loading large plates or blocks into tooling centers, mill-duty, electric-powered unit has 15,000 lb capacity and is equipped with front handle bar. Integrated vacuum guard system automatically monitors vacuum system and emits audio-visual alarms in event of malfunction. Parking stands keep suction pads off floor when lifter is stored.