Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc.    Waterbury, CT 06705 3910
May 25, 2004 Size 14 non-captive, hybrid linear actuator features engineering thermoplastics in rotor drive nut and stainless steel Acme lead screw, which runs axially through center of motor and must be restrained from rotating for proper operation. Suited for long linear travel requirements, actuator offers resolutions from 0.00012–0.00192 in. per step. Typical applications include medical equipment, X-Y tables, automation of any kind, and valve control.

Delavan Spray Technologies    Bamberg, SC 29003
May 25, 2004 Variable Coating Nozzles deliver batch production cycles lasting up to 18 hours, depending on liquids being processed. They offer independent and remotely controlled spray widths, atomizing air and flow of liquids. Air Cap Cylinder helps eliminate clogging by sucking out excess coating spray around nozzle tip. With orifice diameters sized from 0.8–2.5 mm, nozzles feature 319 SS wetted parts and push-in connectors.

Unitek Miyachi Corporation    Monrovia, CA 91017 7133
May 25, 2004 Utilizing A Series pulsed Nd:YAG Laser Welder, Delta Series Workstations feature steel chassis, class I CDRH compliant work envelope, safety viewing window, safety interlocks, and fume extraction ports. Choice of multi-axis CNC motion stages, control hardware, and Windows® software is available. Additional features include vibration isolation footings, modular control panels, e-stop and fire command buttons, and laser emission indicators.

ERICO    Solon, OH 44139-2631
May 25, 2004 Suited for iron pipe or copper tubing, CADDY® MICROFIX features hinged design that eliminates need to disassemble clamp prior to installation. Setscrew catches in locking plate, so no tools are required to position pipe in clamp. Final tightening can be completed with one hand or screwdriver, depending on pipe size. Integrated rubber gasket minimizes vibration and rattling and eliminates clamp-to-pipe contact.

United Grinding Technologies, Inc.    Miamisburg, OH 45342
May 25, 2004 MGC-Special grinding centers provide horizontal, vertical, and inclined spindle orientations to enable face, bore and diameter grinding, as well as turning, milling, boring and drilling. Equipped with hydrostatic rotary NC table, machine provides index accuracy of ± 1 arc sec and variable table speed up to 80 RPM. X-axis travels range from 1300–3300 mm, 3 independent Y-axis spindle heads travel up to 1050 mm, and Z-axis travels are up to 220 mm.

Valco Instrument Co., Inc.    Houston, TX 77255
May 25, 2004 Precision Sampling Syringes incorporate plunger tips that are fabricated of PTFE and stress formed to insure leak-tight seal. Self-lubricating plunger tips stay smooth. Syringe barrels up to 100 µl are hand-fabricated from high-quality borosilicate glass. Standard needle attachment includes barrier sleeve or packing of PTFE on rear of needle, at zero point. Rear flange provides secure grip and keeps syringe from rolling. Models are available in Luer-tip version.

Garon Products, Inc.    Wall, NJ 07719 1924
May 25, 2004 Grip-Coatâ„¢ resists abrasion and scuffing. Colored protective coating provides surfaces with enhanced traction to prevent skidding in stop-and-go traffic areas. Grip-Coatâ„¢ seals, preserves, and beautifies as well as adding anti-glare visibility. Coating is suitable for heliports, Med-Vac arrival and departure points, highway medial strips, road shoulders, traffic islands, tennis courts, basketball courts, and playgrounds.

Alliance Scale Inc.    Canton, MA 02021
May 25, 2004 Precision Counting Scales feature 1/100,000 internal resolution and come in 10 x 0.002, 25 x 0.005, and 50 x 0.01 lb capacities. Offering VFD display and stainless steel platter, they include 1,000 item memory with tare accumulation. Scales display weight, count, and unit weight and designate zero, tare, g, lb, lacked sample, and lacked unit weight. Powered by 120 V, they include auto span adjustment, auto zero tracking, and RS232C interface.

FCI/Burndy Products    Manchester, NH 03108
May 25, 2004 PATRIOTâ„¢ PAT600-18V incorporates high-speed pump, transmission, and piston design. Latch style head provides 180° rotation and allows interference free closure on tap connections, while audible pop-off valve signals completion of crimp. Coupled with variable speed trigger, unit holds position when trigger is released. Tool provides 6 ton crimping force, has crimp speed of less than 4 sec, and performs 160–200+ crimps per charge.

SKF Motion Technologies    Lansdale, PA 19446
May 25, 2004 Available un-mounted or in aluminum housing, SKF inch series features compact design and recirculating balls to reduce friction and promote unlimited stroke. Series includes open and closed designs in standard or corrosion-resistant versions; self-aligning types; adjustable clearance designs; and tandem linear ball-bearing units. All are equipped with integral seals. Inch-dimension linear ball bearings are suited for use in linear guidance systems.

LPI Lift Systems    Eau Claire, WI 54703
May 25, 2004 Work Platform measures 20 in. wide, and scissors-type lift can be raised vertically from 10-46 in., providing working height of approximately 10 ft. Optional guardrails allow unit to be used as worktable for variety of tasks. Tabletop surface measures 20 x 66 in. and can hold up to 1,000 lb. Lightweight design of both worktable and platform enable maneuvering in tight places. Units operate off compressed air source, requiring 8 scfm at 100 psi.

Bivar, Inc.    Irvine, CA 92618 2593
May 25, 2004 Used with FLP Series Flexible Light Pipes, SMPT RGB Series LEDs create one-step design and installation solution that offers complete light source from point of origin to instrument or display panels, whether local or remote. Available in RGB and bi-color styles, each module can be used as individual full color pixel in fixed or moving messages. LED displays are capable of being extended from 2.5 in. to 328 ft via FLP mono-fiber.

AEI Optics Unlimited    Marcellus, NY 13108
May 25, 2004 Comprised of Sony 1/6 in. CCD Imager, cable, and motherboard, kit fits within endoscope-handle designs. Maximum, rigid distal portion is 13.5 mm, and NTSC and PAL color systems are supported. Suitable for producing videoscopes and custom cameras as small as 6.0 mm, kit integrates with fiberscopes, converting them to videoscopes for use in medical and veterinary endoscopy. Other uses include borescope conversions, covert surveillance, and machine-vision devices.

PAM Fastening Technology    Charlotte, NC 28208
May 25, 2004 Contractor-grade Model P13KDE drives 1–3 in. long fasteners with No. 6–12 dia, making it suitable for multi-purpose contractors who use tool for various applications. Its 36¾ in. extension lets user operate unit in standing position, minimizing fatigue and strain on joints or back. Features include posi-lock depth settings, 2,500 rpm Milwaukee motor, and steel feeding system. Weighing 7 lb, tool has side handle, non-slip nose piece, and 120 mm bit.

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Inc.    Columbia, MD 21046
May 25, 2004 Featuring UniBloc measuring cell, AUW Series provides choice of display units, Windows® Direct communication, and fully automatic span calibration. It incorporates weighing chamber, level adjustment gauge, and backlit display, and delivers weighing capacities from 82–220 g with ±0.1 mg accuracy. Data capture function sends weighing data and GLP, GMP, and ISO compliant calibration reports to printers or computers.

Boekel Industries, Inc.    Feasterville, PA 19053
May 25, 2004 Offered with accessories to accommodate various laboratory containers and apparatus, Grant-Bio mixing equipment includes combined centrifuge/vortex mixers, mini vortex mixer, and series of rockers, rotators, and shakers. All are engineered to provide consistent mixing and agitation conditions to protect sensitive samples. They offer programmable features and operate reliably in variable temperature environments.

Xenon Corp.    Woburn, MA 01801 1057
May 25, 2004 SteriPulse-XLâ„¢ Pulsed UV/Visible Light System is a bench-top unit that features rapid, low-heat process and delivers high peak energy, which is 100,000 times more powerful than the sun. Slide-out tray permits use of small laboratory samples to provide proof-of-validation. System is suited for research and development laboratories involved with bio-reduction and sterilization of air, water, food, pharmaceuticals, and surface decontamination.

Pawling Corp.    Pawling, NY 12564
May 25, 2004 With maximum rated pressure of 25 psi, Pneuma-Seal® elastomeric bladders come in standard lengths of 6, 9, and 12 in. and measure 1¼ in. wide. Thickness ranges from 5/8 in. (not inflated) to 1 in. (fully inflated), providing 3/8 in. range of motion. Plug-and-play EPDM bladders come unsupported or pre-mounted in protective aluminum housings with 6 in. long flexible hose air connection terminated by 1/8–27 NPT pneumatic fitting.

Elo TouchSystems, Inc.    Fremont, CA 94555
May 25, 2004 Models 1547L and 1747L are 15 and 17 in. LCD touchmonitors, respectively, with CarrollTouch IR touch technology and serial or USB touch interface. Able to operate in extreme lighting conditions, display has low-profile, 4.5 mm bezel with nearly pixel-level touch resolution and no parallax. It is protected by glass or acrylic overlay and features injection-molded minibezel and watertight seal. Input options include finger, gloved hand, and credit card.

PIAB Vacuum Products    Hingham, MA 02043
May 25, 2004 Featuring vacuum technology, Modular Automation Tooling is made of hard-coat anodized aluminum and can be assembled on-site without welding. It features swivel arm assembly with choice of various attachments, including air-driven vacuum pump. Equipped with VacTrap® check valve, pump traps vacuum pressure for indefinite period in leak-free system, allowing parts to be handled safely in case of system interruption or failure.