Siemens AG    Munich D-80333  Germany
Nov 04, 2008 Utilizing external motors, electromechanical SIBAG VSU II sorts baggage between 2 vertically stacked conveyor lines. Diverter version sorts one incoming baggage line to 2 takeaway lines, while merge unit combines bags from 2 vertically stacked lines onto single tack-away conveyor. With incline angle of 14° for bag stability, SIBAG VSU II provides throughput of up to 40 bags/minute.

Gates Corporation    Denver, CO 80202
Nov 03, 2008 Featuring 2-stage crimping process, foot pedal crimping control, and touchpad, GC96(TM) can crimp up to 6 in. industrial hose or 2 in. hydraulic hose assemblies. Head allows hose assemblies to be made with various terminations using crimpable ferrules and sleeves. For universal applicability, tool automatically converts any local electrical input (208-264 V, 3-phase) into compatible power source. Crimper also features self-diagnostic indicator lights and modular, plug-and-play design.

New England Machinery, Inc.    Bradenton, FL 34203 5304
Nov 03, 2008 Utilizing belt tightening system, NEPMT-R maintains contact with cap throughout retorque process for optimal cap/container control. HMI screen lets operator see applied torque as cap is being tightened, and PLC lets torque data be collected and downloaded to statistical data collection system. Installed over existing tabletop conveyor, this freestanding and self-contained unit also includes NIST-certified transducer that enables setting of torque setpoint.

Kennametal, Inc.    Latrobe, PA 15650-0231
Oct 31, 2008 Suited for aerospace, die and mold, and general engineering applications, Z-Plunge(TM) features interchangeable coolant nozzles that come in 9 different sizes. Cutter is available in screw-on, end mill, shell mill styles with sizes ranging from 32-160 mm. Offered in both ground and direct-pressed forms, inserts come in various grades to suit most work piece materials.

Vitronics Corp.    Stratham, NH 03885
Oct 30, 2008 With wave height measurement system, mySelective 6748 ensures specific predetermined wave height for every PCB by automatically adjusting solder pump rpm. Closed-loop system uses laser-based sensor to detect, measure, and monitor SelectWave height. It prevents loss of cycle time and stores individual PCB settings in system's Management Info Database for later recall. With mySelective 6748, each joint can be soldered under optimum process parameters.

MC Machinery Systems    Wood Dale, IL 60191
Oct 30, 2008 Along with base design featuring 22 in. I-beam construction, Mitsubishi Waterjet has stainless steel work tank completely isolated from machine frame, pump control incorporated into NC cabinet, and crash protection for X/Y/Z axes. Mitsubishi 700 Series CNC control, operated via 15 in. waterproof screen, delivers programming abilities for precision machining. Other features include auto grease system for ball screw lubrication and Intelligent Taper Control with 76 mm focus tube length.

Westermo    Stora Sundby   Sweden
Oct 30, 2008 Supporting variety of mobile standards, including GSM, GPRS, 3G UMTS, HSDPA, and HSUPA, Models MRD-310 and MRD-330 allow uplink transfer rates up to 2 Mbit/s and downlink of 7.2 Mbit/s. Both provide built-in 2-port 10/100 Ethernet switches and RS-232 port. Model MRD-330 allows up to three RS-232 devices to be directly connected to network. With rugged enclosure, DIN-rail mounting, and operating voltage of 10-60 Vdc, routers are suited for industrial applications in harsh environments.

BIG Kaiser Precision Tooling, Inc.    Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
Oct 30, 2008 Allowing operator to lock spindle at any point in 360° rotation, MAGIS benchtop presetter features integrated calibration master, integral ISO 50 taper spindle with pneumatic spindle brake, CCD camera, pneumatic axis locks, and X and Z axis fine adjust. It is fully constructed of aged pearlitic cast iron, and has standard X axis range of -2.00 to +14.00 in. Unit is available in 3 column sizes, with 16, 20, and 24 in. travel in Z axis, and comes with Episcopy Front Ring Light system.

Bates Technologies    Indianapolis, IN 46038
Oct 30, 2008 ProMatic E-line is designed to fit and function on various honing machines, including Sunnen style SV/CK/CV/ML. Used to hone engine cylinder bores, connecting rods, and transmission gears, all tooling utilizes max number of abrasives ledges (stones) required to meet cylindricity and roundness requirements. E-line suits facilities that are looking to improve existing 2 and 4 stone hone heads but do not have requirement for high-production, high-precision, OEM-style hone tooling.

Precision International Corp.    Bloomfield, CT 06002
Oct 29, 2008 Available for Coborn RG9 CNC 8-Axis Grinding Machine, Robot Automatic Loading System offers 6-axis operation and is capable of 4.5 lb payloads, 36 in. programmable reach, and positioning accuracy of ±0.0001 in. System features 2 pneumatic grippers and hydraulic clamping system for rotary tools, as well as 2 insert trays, 2 insert plates, and 1 toolholder for ISO insert type tools. Grinding machine includes vision system for tool measurement, automatic wheel dressing, and wear compensation.

Sugino Corp.    Itasca, IL 60143
Oct 29, 2008 Utilizing 2 servo motors, which are synchronized for through-hole applications, SSM4 and SSM5 Drap Units are capable of high-speed drilling and tapping for class 3 thread production in single pass. Units are available with feed motors ranging from 2.8 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm to 15.85 lb-ft at 2,000 rpm, and spindle motors from 15.86-36.95 lb-ft at 2,000 rpm. Touchscreen control features conversational software that facilitates programming and active diagnostics.

Misumi USA    Schaumburg, IL 60173
Oct 29, 2008 Suited for use in various machine and assembly positioning station builds throughout automation industry, Series BSL offers thread diameters of 8, 10, 12, and 15 mm with corresponding leads of 2, 4, 5, and 10 mm. Left-handed ball screws are built from induction hardened and carburized steel in lengths from 100-895 mm, configurable in 1 mm increments. All are fully RoHS-compliant, and may be ordered with various key groove options as well as 3 grease options.

OKK USA, Corp.    Glendale Heights, IL 60139
Oct 28, 2008 Capable of interpolative 5-axis CNC machining of prismatic components, HM-X6000 twin-pallet-change machine accommodates components up to 750 mm diameter x 700 mm high. Machine uses double-disc clamping of hydraulically counterbalanced, -110/+20° swiveling trunnion, generating holding force of 10,000 N. Similar system on 360° rotary table provides 6,800 N clamping force. To minimize machine idle time, HMC features rapid traverse of 54 m/min and cutting feed rate of 10 m/min in all 3 linear axes.

Modern Process Equipment, Inc.    Chicago, IL 60623
Oct 28, 2008 Utilizing Gran-U-Lizer(TM) technology, metallurgical silicon grinding system, MPE Si Process, is designed to grind 98% pure metallurgical grade silicon to ideal size required for high-purity silicon purification reactors. It accepts large chunks of metallurgical Si and discharges fine ground Si with typical particle size ranging from 50-200 microns, or as required, for post reactor purification.

Agie Charmilles, LLC    Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Oct 27, 2008 Standard on any high-speed or high-performance machining center, OSS (Operator Support System) automatically configures cutting parameters to optimize machine performance based on specific job requirements. It provides intuitive interface for entering data used to tailor machining processes. System offers 12 initial presets, with ability to save additional customized settings, in addition to operator rankings of relative priorities: job accuracy, cutting time, and surface quality.

FKN Systek, Inc.    Framingham, MA 01702
Oct 27, 2008 Featuring 2.95 in. dia and .021 in. thick diamond coated cutting blade, PLC controlled model S300 can singulate up to 24 lines in one pass. It includes STI safety sensors built into lid, and ceases operation automatically if lid is opened during process. Built in dust extraction vacuum and external dust extraction line aid dust removal during process and board clean up after singulation process is finished. Unit can also singulate PCBs with overhanging components on parting line.

Salvagnini America, Inc.    Hamilton, OH 45015
Oct 27, 2008 Featuring stationary multi-press head and built-in shear, Model S4X eliminates in-cycle stops for tool changes that limit turret press processing speeds. Manipulator is powered by 2 pairs of rotary electric motors. First pair employs rack and pinion kinematics driven by handover control logic, while second pair uses 2 ball bearing screws directed by gantry control logic to position sheet. All 96 punching tool stations are live and ready to simultaneously punch, countersink, and emboss parts.

Eaton Hydraulics    Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Oct 23, 2008 Designed to handle virtually all Weatherhead® hose styles through -20 SAE100R12 hose and fittings, Weatherhead® ED1280 features dial indicator to control crimp diameter, providing precision while maintaining ability to adjust finished crimp diameter to meet application requirements. Unit uses 1-piece collets and is powered by hand pump, turbo air/hydraulic power unit, or 12 Vdc power unit. Upright model can be mounted to service vehicle or shop bench.

Harland America Inc.    Delran, NJ 08075
Oct 23, 2008 Custom-built to specific requirements, Titan applies pressure-sensitive front and back labels to glass or plastic bottles/containers. System consists of main unit constructed of heavy-duty stainless steel, single- or twin in-feed screw unit, and up to 4 labeling stations. Designed to apply labels ranging from 0.8-13.2 in. long and from 0.6-4 in. wide, system includes integrated inspection/vision feature, which detects label presence and verifies label alignment and positioning.

OYSTAR USA    Fairfield, NJ 07004
Oct 23, 2008 Available with 4, 8D, or 10B stations, OYSTAR Manesty XSpress features hybrid turret with 4 B and 4 D punches, automated weight adjustment using die fill regulation, and controlled automated upper and lower punch lubrication system. Utilizing open feeder or force feeder, cGMP-compliant press can process as little as 50 g of powder for small quantity trials. Instrumentation and data acquisition software is provided to analyze compression forces, ejection force, and punch displacement.