Seco Tools Inc    Troy, MI 48083
Nov 29, 2002 M-geometry crown, for CrownLoc(TM) drill system, is optimized for hard-to-drill materials and incorporates chamfer module that utilizes 2 inserts, each with 2 cutting edges. Heat generation is minimized via small edge preparation. Sharp cutting edges and conical front rake clearance reduce workpiece work hardening, while cutting geometry reduces residual stress and minimizes burrs at hole exit. Crown also offers precision-ground interface of interlocking V-grooves.

Blum Laser Measuring Technology Inc.    Fort Mitchell, KY 41017
Nov 29, 2002 LaserMicro100 measures outside diameters and dimensions of shafts, rubber rolls, and cylindrical parts. Able to be used as stand-alone measuring device or fully integrated into automated manufacturing line, unit has repeatability of ±0.2 µ at linearity of better than ±1 µ over its 0.02–4 in. measuring range. Non-contact, single-focused beam system is virtually unaffected by part surface variations. Unit accommodates serial port interface or Ethernet card.

Arista Corporation    Tustin, CA 92780-2137
Nov 29, 2002 Model EBC-8300, 5.25 in. embedded board incorporates Intel's 845G Chipset, supporting Intel Pentium 4 processor with speeds of 1.3–3.06 GHz with 256 or 512 KB L2 cache. I/O functions are integrated onto built-in ICH4, and integrated graphics device provides 3D, 2D, and video capabilities. Its 4 USB ports utilize USB 1.1 and 2.0 standard. Available with Ethernet functionality, product also supports TV out and LVDS with use of Chrontel CH7017 display controller.

Pactiv Corp.    Lake Forest, IL 60045
Nov 29, 2002 Microfoam® dispenses cold-seal coating that adheres to itself to form tamper-evident, protective packages that adapt to various product shapes. Structure is constructed of 1/16 in. layer of microfoam® closed-cell polypropylene foam laminated to 60# Kraft paper. Bleached white corrugated dispenser pack has 12 in. x 250 ft roll and measures 17 x 17 x 12 3/8 in. Cohesive coating only adheres to itself, not to products.

CyberResearch, Inc.    Branford, CT 06405 2932
Nov 29, 2002 Basic NlC 12A workstations are 6U high and provide the following: 250-nit, 12.1 in. TFT LCD monitor; 2 USB ports; external floppy; CD-ROM; 5.25 in. bay; and internal 3.5 in. bay. Users choose 1U keyboard or touchscreen, appropriate CPU, and speed. Various A/D, D/A, DIO, communications, and motion-control boards are available to be included in motherboard or backplane. Drive bays can be filled with any of 70 available drives.

Contemporary Control Systems, Inc.    Downers Grove, IL 60515
Nov 29, 2002 Model IEISA-10T2 Industrial Ethernet NIM links ISA bus compatible computers with Ethernet local area networks or fieldbuses. It supports 10BASE-T and 10BASE2 network media interfaces via RJ-45 and ENC connectors, respectively. Connection to either interface is automatically sensed and selected by module. Unit features full-duplex operation and auto polarity correction on receive lines to 10BASE-T port. Two LEDs are provided for diagnostic purposes.

EAO Switch Corp.    Milford, CT 06460
Nov 29, 2002 Emergency Stops are offered in twist-to-release and key-to-release versions and are protected to IP65 from front. Series 04 and 44 are 22.5 mm switches with 37 mm dia actuators. Series 04 incorporates bayonet fitting contact block with 2 mounting screws. Series 44 has snap-on contact block with slow-make forced-open contacts. Series 61 is 16 mm with 27 mm actuator, and is installed using threaded shaft and lock nut. All are designed in accordance with EN 60947-5-1.

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Inc.    Columbia, MD 21046
Nov 29, 2002 Model TMA-60 full-expansion, multifunctional system enables various types of measurements on variety of sample types. Model TMA-60H differential expansion system is for high temperature expansion measurement of ceramics and glass. Low drift digital displacement detector provides measurement accuracy of 1µm/°C. Detection range of ±5 mm enables accurate TMA from extremely small to large deformations.

Rose Plastic USA, L.P.    California, PA 15419 0698
Nov 29, 2002 RoseCase plastic carrying case features secure locking mechanism, strong hinges, and functional handle that collapses, minimizing space requirements. It can be silk screened for product or company identification. Interior is offered with machine- or die-cut foam or thermo-formed trays, which provide products with protection while they are being transported.

Leica Geosystems Inc.    Norcross, GA 30092
Nov 29, 2002 DISTO Lite⁵ and DISTO Classic⁵ are handheld laser tools that measure distances from 0.7–650 ft with 1/8 in. accuracy. DISTO Lite⁵ has ergonomic keypad and large clear backlit display. It includes built-in leveling bubble and alignment aid to mark measured points. DISTO Classic⁵ has integrated calculator and indirect height and distance measurement functions. Unit stores last 15 measured values plus up to 10 additional constants.

Shinkawa Electric Co.    Shallotte, NC 28470
Nov 29, 2002 Model MLD-01 Monitorless Digital Vibration Monitoring System uses ControlNetâ„¢ to immediately send vibration value data to controllers. Alarms and trip signals operate in event of abnormal vibrations. By connecting ControlNet, RV-100 View Station software makes analysis and diagnosis possible. If necessary, waveform data can be converted to FFT Analysis and Phase Analysis data, and sent to View Stations via Ethernet.

Shinkawa Electric Co.    Shallotte, NC 28470
Nov 29, 2002 Battery-operated Model SWiNS combines accelerometer and radio transmitter/receiver to measure up to ±98 m/s². Sensors and base unit control sensor data and compose wireless sensor network. All acceleration waveform data from sensors can be stored in HDD of PC. Each sensor is removable and installable from/into network at any time without breaking network and system functions. SWiNS can measure vibration from very low frequency by using MEMS technology.

Square D Co.    Palatine, IL 60067
Nov 29, 2002 Model SDSA1175 is for use on 120/240 Vac, 50/60 Hz electrical services. Model SDSA3650 is used where maximum phase-to-ground system voltage does not exceed 600 Vac. Both have high-temperature thermoplastic housing for indoor and outdoor applications. Non-replaceable internal fuse links provide protection against varistor-damaging sustained overvoltages. Metal-oxide varistor offers response time less than 50 nanoseconds. LED provides status indication.

Sternvent Co., Inc.    Bogota, NJ 07603
Nov 29, 2002 Dust collectors offer motorized rotary airlock that provides airtight seal at bottom of cyclone and continuous discharge of particulate separated from air stream. Available in 8–14 in. dia sizes, units are powered by 2 hp motor and are offered in either cast iron or welded steel construction. Remote motor controller includes pilot lights and delay timer. Cyclones are available with flow rates of 1,000–10,000 cfm, 2–60 hp.

Banner Engineering Corp.    Minneapolis, MN 55441
Nov 29, 2002 QS18LE Series laser emitters are DC powered laser pointers as well as emitter half of opposed mode sensor pair. As a pointer, QS18LE provides spot, circle, vertical line, horizontal line, and cross for precise product or target location or vision system illumination. When paired with photoelectric receiver, emitter provides small object detection and position control as opposed mode sensor. Unit is rated IEC IP67 and NEMA 6, and operates from -10 to +50°C.

Hoffman    Anoka, MN 55303 7504
Nov 29, 2002 With load rating of 2,500 lb, DataCom 4-post, open frame racks securely accommodate LAN/WAN equipment, voice/data equipment, routers, servers, and switches. Available with 6, 7, and 8 ft frame heights, 3 models are offered in 38, 45, and 51 rack unit sizes, respectively. EIA RS-330-D standard racks are constructed of extruded aluminum and range in weight from 70–80 lb. Racks are adjustable for depths from 17.7–41.3 in. in 0.98 in. increments.

C & D Technologies    Mansfield, MA 02048-1151
Nov 29, 2002 Series DCA-20PC covers 6 ranges from 0-200 µA to 0-20 A, with ±0.1% accuracy. Ammeter includes factory-calibrated scaling circuitry, 3 ½ digit A/D converters with LED displays, power supply isolation, and terminal blocks for power and load connections. Integral optical filter ensures display can be read at distances up to 15 ft. LED colors include blue, green, and standard red. Power consumption is less than 75 mW for 5-40 V powered models and less than 1 W for 8-36 V models.

Concurrent Technologies, Inc.    Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Nov 29, 2002 Model VP 100/010-E uses 800 MHz Intel® Pentium III Processor with 512 Kbytes secondary cache and offers operating temperature range of -25 to +70°C. Single slot board supports 1 PMC site with expansion connector providing 2 additional PMC sites on optional extended temperature carrier. EIDE and Ultra Wide SCSI interfaces are provided. Soldered on board, SBC provides 1 Gbyte of 133 MHz ECC S-DRAM.

Concurrent Technologies, Inc.    Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Nov 29, 2002 Single-slot Model VP 742/10x incorporates MPC7455 PowerPC G4 processor with speed options of 800 MHz or 1 GHz and up to 1 Gbyte SDRAM. With 128-bit AltiVec(TM) technology, system provides 256 Kbytes L2 cache, L1 cache locking, and block address translation registers. Processor connects to MPC107 (Chaparral) PCI bridge to interface to 2 Mbytes of backside L3 cache, PCI bus, SDRAM, and 16 Mbytes of Flash EPROM. SBC supports 2 flexible PMC sites, one with rear I/O.

Logistics Management Solutions (LMS)    St. Louis, MO 63141
Nov 29, 2002 TOTALVision combines rate management, Internet tracking and tracing, and freight payment management into one system. It offers complete online shipment visibility, from order entry to carrier payment, and allows shippers to manage data, pinpoint cost-saving opportunities, and measure operational performance. Product can be installed in 60 days and integrates with existing TMS/ERP systems. Functions also include carrier inquiries and final delivery notification.