National Instruments Corp.    Austin, TX 78759-3504
May 28, 2003 LabVIEW 7 Express reduces development time via 40+ Express VIs that encapsulate measurement functionality for common measurement and automation applications. Software employs NI-DAQ driver framework and 2 interactive assistants for data acquisition and instrument control. Real-Time Module develops deterministic, real-time, and embedded control applications, while Datalogging and Supervisory Control Module develops distributed monitoring and control applications.

Perten Instruments, Inc.    Springfield, IL 62707
May 28, 2003 With no moving optical components, DA 7200 second generation diode array based NIR analysis system is suited for analysis of raw materials and finished products. Samples are presented to instrument in open sample dishes in full ambient light and require no sample preparation. With 3 sec spectra collection and Pour and Place Sampling, total analysis time is 10 sec. Offerings include automated referencing system, Windows XP software, and 256 pixel array.

Vantico Inc.    East Lansing, MI 48823
May 28, 2003 RenShape(TM) SL 7565 material builds clear, ABS-like parts with flexural modulus of 300,000 psi and elongation of greater than 20%. RenShape SL 5260 photopolymer produces opaque, white prototypes and parts with ABS thermoplastic-like surface, flexural modulus of 350,000 psi, and elongation of 12%. Adhesives, for filling and bonding stereolithography models and prototypes, include RenShape SL Bond 110 (low viscosity), SL Bond 120 (standard-viscosity), and thixotropic SL Bond 130.

Vantico Inc.    East Lansing, MI 48823
May 28, 2003 High-impact, rapid-setting RenPIMâ„¢ 6490 has gel time of 70–80 sec and demold time of 30–40 min. Shore 78D product has mix ratio of 2:1 by volume and flexural modulus of 166,000 psi after cure. Additional characteristics include heat deflection temperature of 154°F after thermal postcure and notched Izod impact strength of 1.7 ft-lb/in.

Vantico Inc.    East Lansing, MI 48823
May 28, 2003 Fitted with nylon program module, MCP/04 vacuum casting machine manufactures nylon prototypes and parts in 6 min. Nylons PA 700 and PA 1000 are PA-6-grade plastics that exhibit flexural modulus of 108,750–137,750 psi, tensile strength of 4,640–6,090 psi, and heat deflection temperature of 169 to 269°F @ 66 psi. RenPIM-VG SG 220 vacuum casting polyurethane is transparent white for pigmenting and produces parts with 285,000 psi flexural modulus and 8,100 psi tensile strength.

Vantico Inc.    East Lansing, MI 48823
May 28, 2003 RenCastâ„¢ Fast hand-cast polyurethanes, formulated without mercury, include 2 Shore D polyurethanes and 2 Shore A systems. All products can be hand-poured and are demoldable in under 4 hr. Products include RenCast 6492 Fast off-white, Shore 85D, flame-retardant material; RenCast 6493 Fast off-white, Shore 90A hardness material; RenCast 6494 Fast amber-colored, Shore 45A rubber-like material; and RenCast 6496 Fast Shore 68D, white system.

Spirax Sarco, Inc.    Blythewood, SC 29016
May 28, 2003 Piston Actuated Valves provide on/off control of media with max operating pressure range of 0–290 psi and vacuum to 29 in. Hg. Available 2-way valves come in NC, NO, and bi-directional operation and require separate source of pressure to operate. Bi-directional valves are suited for high-pressure water applications to eliminate water hammer. Standard configurations include 6 line connection sizes from ½â€“2 in. NPT and BSP. Actuators are available in 45, 63, and 90 mm dia.

Strippit Inc.    Akron, NY 14001-1321
May 28, 2003 CNC Siena 1212 incorporates turret with 3 direct-drive, 3.5 in., auto-index stations; graphical interface; and PC-based, GE Fanuc 180i control. Product delivers up to 360 hits per minutes on 1 in. centers, with ± .004 in. accuracy and ± .002 in. repeatability. Able to handle workpiece sizes up to 49.2 x 49.2 x .250 in., it utilizes fully programmable stroke profiles, Smart Stroke® feature, and servo-driven hydraulic ram that provides 20 tons of punching force.

National Bulk Equipment, Inc.    Holland, MI 49424
May 28, 2003 Lift and Seal Container Dumper, for food industry, minimizes surfaces and areas in which material/contaminates may collect. Custom-designed 40 in.² discharge gate and pour hood allow complete material discharge from container. Hydraulic-cylinder linkage system provides controlled 150° rotation to discharge all contents into receiving hopper. Operation is automated via Allen-Bradley PLC, while light curtain and safety side guards protect operator when dumper is in motion.

Lockwood Products, Inc.    Lake Oswego, OR 97035
May 27, 2003 Loc-Line 1 in. Straight Flow Nozzle optimizes even flow pattern over 1 in. wide area while reducing fluid build-up at nozzle's edges. It is suitable for grinding operations and EDM work where even flow pattern contributes to efficient cutting operation.

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.    Malvern, PA 19355 0988
May 27, 2003 Surface-mount Models CSM2512 and CSM3637 feature 4-terminal design for voltage-division and current-sensing applications. All-welded construction is made up of Bulk Metal® resistive element with 60/40 tin/lead-plated copper terminations. Model CSM2512 offers 1 W power rating over resistance range from 3–200 mohm, while Model CSM3637 is rated for 3 W from 2–10 mohm and for 2 W from 10+ mohm up to 200 mohm. Both are specified for temperature range of -55 to +125°C.

Bosch Rexroth Corp., Corporate Headquarters    Hoffman Estates, IL 60192-3707
May 27, 2003 Available in lengths up to 2,500 mm with dynamic load capacities up to 32,490 N, Compact Modules CKL offer travel speeds of up to 5 m/s. Unit combines zero-maintenance linear motor, ball rail systems with lubricant reservoir, linear measuring system, and carriages into one module. Profiled aluminum frame contribute to module's running properties and positioning accuracy. Product is also offered as complete drive trains and packages with matching servo amplifiers.

Extech Instruments Corp.    Nashua, NH 03063
May 27, 2003 Model DV30 detects live wires, breaks in wires, and hot side of line. It also checks polarity of fuses and circuit breakers. Sensitivity adjustments increase or reduce sensor trigger threshold. Audible and visual indicators show presence of voltage. Unit includes four LR44 button batteries and pocket clip.

Retsch, Inc.    Newtown, PA 18940
May 27, 2003 Bench-top planetary ball mills provide continuous operation without cooling down times. Single-station Model PM 100 handles grinding jars from 50–500 ml, while dual-station Model PM 200 accepts jars up to 125 ml. Both include easysafe clamp, balance control, memory for 10 parameter combinations and delayed start, and motor driven lock of cover. Display provides parameter setting and control, which offers information on drive work load, energy input, and service issues.

Chicago Pneumatic Co.    Rock Hill, SC 29730-7463
May 27, 2003 Model P400 offers free speed of 400 rpm and stall torque of 487 lb-in. It includes ½ in. chuck and is suitable for drilling/reaming of bit-stalling materials, such as brass, copper, titanium or steel sheet, and large hole-sawing of materials such as fiberglass sheet. Model P20000 features free speed of 20,000 rpm and stall torque of 14 lb-in. It includes 5/16 in. keyed chuck and is useful for working with carbon fiber composites, Kevlar and similar materials with natural lubricity.

SKF USA, Inc.    Lansdale, PA 19446
May 27, 2003 Module-Mation(TM) 3-Axis Manufacturing Cell uses reconfigurable elements including spindle, column position, way style, and compound X-Z or Z-Y. Module parameters include 500 mm Z-axis, 400 mm X-axis, and 400 mm Y-axis. Traverse rate is 950 ipm, acceleration rate is 80 in./sec², and thrust is 3,000 psi. Module accepts 40 or 50 Milling Taper or HSK 63 tooling. Motorized spindle, belt-driven spindle, or 6-position indexing turret head is available.

TURCK, Inc.    Plymouth, MN 55441
May 27, 2003 Picofast Cordsets, with 316 stainless steel coupling nuts, withstand wash-down environments and are suitable for food industry applications, or any place caustic materials are used. Hex design, with no knurling, allows easy cleaning. Units are rated to IP 68 and can withstand 1200 psi applications with water, detergents, and surfactants. They have M8 thread and will mate with any quick-disconnect M8 sensors.

Dwyer Instruments, Inc.    Michigan City, IN 46361
May 27, 2003 Explosion proof Series AFS, offered in brass or 316 stainless steel, offers infinite number of flow settings at pressures up to 1,000 psig. Switches are field adjustable using flat blade screwdriver, and adjustment is set-screw-locked for tamper-free operation. Each unit has SPDT switch rated at 20 VA, 24 in. 18 AWG polymeric lead wires or conduit electrical connection, and ½ in. female NPT process connection. Temperature limits are -20 to 300°F.

Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc.    Waterbury, CT 06705 3910
May 27, 2003 Size 14 captive hybrid linear actuator features engineering thermoplastics in rotor drive nut and stainless steel Acme lead screw. It offers resolutions from 0.000125–0.002 in. per step and delivers thrusts up to 25 lb. Internal anti-rotation mechanism makes it suitable for situations where external anti-rotation methods would be difficult or impossible. Typical applications include medical equipment, X-Y Tables, automation, and valve control.

Kendro Laboratory Products    Newtown, CT 06470-2337
May 27, 2003 Linderberg/Blue M Laboratory Furnaces are available with Yokogawa single-setpoint and programmable microprocessor controllers. When setpoint is changed, Auto-Tune function adjusts and updates PID parameters. Intuitive Super Control suppresses temperature overshoot by using fuzzy logic to learn from previous ramp-up experience. Controllers provide 16 or 300 segments for ramping and dwell functions, depending on model. SPECVIEW PLUS® monitors and controls up to 30 furnaces from single PC.