Inpro/Seal Co.    Rock Island, IL 61204 7331
May 22, 2003 VBXX-MTâ„¢ protects machine tools from coolant, chips, humidity, and heat that can cause spindle malfunction and unscheduled downtime. Based on VBX technology, unit combines non-contacting labyrinth seals with reverse interface that avoids direct impingement of coolant and chips. Technology also eliminates humidity ingress when spindle is at rest, while contact technology positively seals at shutdown, but operates without contact while running.

Manugistics, Inc.    Rockville, MD 20850
May 22, 2003 Manugistics v7.1, built on J2EE standards, is Web-client architected to deliver deep, industry-specific functionality and provide implementation and interoperability with other IT assets. Execution capabilities interact with strategic and operational planning processes and systems to monitor operations in real time, while analytic capabilities recognize repeating patterns of past business disruptions to enable users to modify/adapt ongoing plans.

Nikon, Inc. Instrument Group Div.    Melville, NY 11747
May 22, 2003 Color Digital Sight Series incorporates 5-million-pixel CCD that enables scientific and industrial microscope users to capture detailed images that can be seen at camera's IP address. Model DS-5M-L1 captures high-definition images at 2560 X 1920 effective pixels and is equipped with 6.3 in. LCD monitor. It comes with pre-programmed imaging modes for photomicrography applications and allows users to establish custom settings.

Berk-Tek, A Nexans Co.    New Holland, PA 17557
May 22, 2003 Reel-it custom-designed reel-in-a-box features adjustable EZ-Brake system that prevents free-wheeling of cable reel and allows installer to select level of tension. Brake stops reel's rotation as soon as installer lets go. Box and internal components are made of 100% recyclable materials. Reinforced handles are located at both ends of top so contractors can carry one in each hand. Graphics and color scheme allow identification of plenum or riser-rated cables.

Henkel Loctite Corporation    Rocky Hill, CT 06067
May 22, 2003 Able to dispense shot sizes as small as 0.0005 g, Micro-Needle Valve, adjustable opening, needle-and-seat valve, dispenses low-medium viscosity UV curing products. Hand-Held LV Applicator, adjustable seat valve, dispenses drop sizes as small as 0.005 g of low viscosity adhesives with max cycle of 2 shots/sec and delivers fluid pressure of 4-30 psi. Diaphragm Valve uses floating PTFE diaphragm for dispensing low and medium viscosity acrylic or anaerobic adhesives.

Unitek Miyachi Lasers    Monrovia, CA 91017 7133
May 22, 2003 Single phase AC resistance STA Series controls include electronic pressure regulator that allows force to be programmed as part of weld schedule. STA's output is 0–10 Vdc standard and is compatible with most regulators. Pressure reading optimizes weld quality and throughput via programmable firing force. Differential pressure monitoring feature enables control to measure pressure on the top and bottom of pneumatic cylinder and fire when desired welding force is reached.

Phoenix Contact    Harrisburg, PA 17111 0100
May 21, 2003 Designed for analog and temperature inputs, products feature 5-digit LED display and are offered in 2 sizes: 48 x 24 mm with supply voltages of 10–30 Vdc, and 96 x 48 mm with supply voltages of 10–30 Vdc and 90–260 Vac. Both versions offer electrical isolation of circuits rated at 2.3 kV and programmable scaling function. Analog-input models incorporate signal-totalizer mode, while temperature-display models allow programmable set-point ranges with hysteresis.

United Grinding Technologies, Inc.    Miamisburg, OH 45342
May 21, 2003 Modular, 6-axis ewamatic line handles tungsten carbide, polycrystalline diamond, and polycrystalline boron nitride tools, indexable inserts, and rotary tooling. It combines spark erosion and grinding processes in one machine with single setup. Offerings include star-shaped turret grinding head with up to 6 independent grinding spindles, automatic, swiveling 3D-measuring probe, and use of measure-grind-measure principle to achieve required tolerances.

IBM (Corporate Headquarters)    Armonk, NY 10504-1783
May 21, 2003 Suited for networked e-business applications, xSeries 345 server is equipped with 2-way, SMP-capable processors, 2U rack footprint, and 3.06 GHz processor with 533 MHz front side bus. Additional offerings include 512 Mbyte of 133 MHz PC2100 double data rate ECC system memory, integrated dual-channel Ultra320 controller with integrated mirroring, and 5 PCI/PCI-X slots. Product offers 8 drive bays and serial, USB, Ethernet, systems-management, and external SCSI ports.

NLB Corporation    Wixom, MI 48393 2824
May 21, 2003 Series NLB 350 are convertible units with quick-change fluid end that lets users operate at any of 5 pressures to meet various job requirements. Pressures range from 8,000–20,000 psi and flows range from 27–74 gpm. Series includes diesel and electric units in 350 and 425 hp. Pumps have hard-coated valves and plungers, and corrosion-resistant stainless steel parts to extend operating life.

Fujitsu Components America, Inc.    Sunnyvale, CA 94089
May 21, 2003 Model FTP-628MCL113, with lever-activated, detachable platen, facilitates paper changing and loading. Platen's integrated mounting bracket, with pre-drilled holes, eases installation of platen unit inside clamshell designs. Mechanism measures 2 in. and offers max output speed of 60 mm/sec with print resolution of 203 dpi. Unit includes auto paper feed, paper out, head overheat, and platen-open detection. Parallel and serial interface boards are available.

Wausau Window and Wall Systems    Wausau, WI 54402
May 21, 2003 Water-resistant, air-infiltration resistant, thermal RX Series accommodates seismic and inter-story differential movement. It features 2¼ in. site-line and 4¾ or 6¼ in. frame depth. Glass is front loaded and frames offer 2-color finishing and optional, exterior-feature covers. Spandrel glass, aluminum panels, glazed-in vents, and doorframe adapters can be added. Product suits punched openings, continuous, vertical strips of windows, horizontal ribbon of windows, and low-rise curtainwalls.

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.    Malvern, PA 19355 0988
May 21, 2003 Model CTQ center-tapped resistor chip measures 0.030 x 0.030 in. and provides low shunt capacitance of <0.1 pF. It offers total value, ½ value, or ¼ value depending on wire-bond configuration. Chip features self-passivating and moisture resistant tantalum nitride resistor element and quartz substrate. Resistance range is 10 Ohm to 1 MOhm. Tolerance values down to 0.1% are available, with TCR values from ±25 ppm/°C to ±100 ppm/°C.

Hypertherm, Inc.    Hanover, NH 03755 0010
May 21, 2003 Model RT80 torch incorporates coaxial-assist and contact-start technologies. Based on Hypertherm T80 torch design, 80 A retrofit torch is available in manual and mechanized versions. Lead assembly offers proprietary quick-disconnect feature that is fully compatible with Powermax1100.

Saftronics, Inc.    Fort Myers, FL 33905
May 21, 2003 Series S10 is offered with IP20 (protected chassis) and IP65 (NEMA 4x) enclosures, with and without operators, to match application environmental needs. NEMA 4x unit, with operators, comes with standard input disconnect, speed pot, and forward/reverse selector switch, and supplies 2-3 hp.

Packaging Concepts, Inc.    Virginia Beach, VA 23462
May 21, 2003 Single–layer Delta FIBCs, available in square and rectangular shapes, have reinforcing baffles sewn across corners and directly onto outer walls, making them stable and stackable during transit. They are suitable for high shelf systems with automated shape control, and for packaging of low bulk density and unstable or aerated products. Dimensions and construction allow them to fit standard pallets.

Douglas Machine    Alexandria, MN 56308 3399
May 21, 2003 Multipacker packs 12 oz cans in 12 and 24 pack patterns and 16 oz cans in 12 and 18 pack patterns at speeds to 1500 cans/min. Infeed and discharge photoeyes adjust machine speeds to infeed and discharge conditions. Machine includes intuitive touchscreen interface and rotary carton blank placer to ensure carton positioning. Documented changeover steps simplify changeovers.

DoAll Company    Des Plaines, IL 60016
May 21, 2003 Valu-Pac bi-metal band saw blades are offered in packages containing 3 blades with identical pitch, width, and length. They incorporate 8% matrix cobalt cutting edge for resistance to tooth chipping and neutral rake tooth design for additional tooth strength. Products are offered in 1 in. width with 4–6 or 5–8 pitch and 1¼ in. width with 3–4 or 4–6 pitch. Multi-pitch teeth reduce noise levels when sawing structurals, pipe, tubing, and other stock.

Linear Technology Corp.    Milpitas, CA 95035
May 21, 2003 Model LTC2600 octal, 16-bit V_OUT digital-to-analog converter comes in 16-pin narrow SSOP package. Also available in 12-Bit and 14-Bit versions, units guarantee monotonic performance with Differential Non-Linearity of ±1LSB_MAX that is critical in control loop applications. Devices consume 250 uA per DAC and drop to 44 nA per DAC in power-down mode. They deliver rail-to-rail voltage outputs over 2.5-5.5V supply range.

Hermle Machine Company    Franklin, WI 53132
May 21, 2003 Model PW 500/630, for use with C 30 and C 40 machining centers, provides advantages of cellular manufacturing system without sacrificing individual operator access. Designed for fully automatic load/unload sequences, unit offers door opening that permits manual set-up and pressurized pneumatic system that removes chips from all reference areas prior to locking pallet in place. Model PW 500 has 500 x 500 mm pallet, while PW 630 utilizes 630 x 630 mm pallet.