Jenoptik Laser Technologies USA Corp.    Brighton, MI 48116
Oct 16, 2012 Suitable for welding plastic materials in automotive applications, JENOPTIK-VOTAN® W integrates switchable laser line which is moved along welding area via linear unit, enabling contactless processing of components with dimensions exceeding normal scan field of scanning system. Strength of welded joint achieves values of up to 90% of basic strength of material. With machine, welding of airbag chute channels in instrument panels and large car body parts is possible.

Matrix Packaging Machinery    Saukville, WI 53080
Oct 15, 2012 Intended for coffee, baking, snack food, prepared food, confectionery, and similar companies, X machine uses 2 baggers and 2 augers in one footprint-optimized unit to form pillow bags from 3–15 in. long and 2–7.5 in. wide. Production managers can bag same product or run different products simultaneously. In addition to remote operator station with spot-check weighing system, features include control software, stainless steel cantilevered frame, vacuum-pull belts, and Ethernet connectivity.

Roberts PolyPro, Inc.    Charlotte, NC 28273
Oct 15, 2012 With single operator, Semi-Automatic Handle Applicator can apply handles in 2-pack configurations as well as 3-, 4-, 6-, and 8-packs. Machine can be moved from line to line to accommodate variable production schedules, and change parts allow for different bottle sizes. Made from extruded HDPE resin, handles are 100% recyclable and customizable, giving packer ability to distinguish product from competition.

Sunnen Products Co.    St. Louis, MO 63143
Oct 12, 2012 Equipped with variable speed 15–600 rpm, 5.5 hp spindle motor, Model SV-20 can drive 2-stage diamond honing tools through 20 in. stroke at up to 100 strokes/min. Linear stroking system with 3.36 hp servo drive keeps honing tool concentric with bore throughout full stroke length to produce consistent diameter from top to bottom of bore. With 36 x 40 in. work envelope, 30 in. X axis, and 1,500 lb weight capacity, PLC-controlled system can hone bores with inside diameters from 0.75–8 in.

Schleuniger, Inc.    Manchester, NH 03103
Oct 03, 2012 Accommodating up to 6 processing stations, CrimpCenter 36 S features internal Ethernet communication, touchscreen monitor, and EASY operating software. Quick-change mechanisms, wire feed assist, and integrated lighting accelerate set-up, while compatibility with ToolingShuttle system speeds change-overs of applicator and terminals. In addition to TCP/IP protocol for networking, machine offers optional EASY ProductionServer software, which allows user to monitor production data from anywhere.

Techno, Inc. - CNC Router Systems    New Hyde Park, NY 11040
Oct 02, 2012 Able to be used on any Techno CNC router, Braille Insertion Tool lets users program their sign and then drill the holes, repeat same routine, and insert Braille balls (acrylic or stainless) using drill routine. Holes can be drilled and balls inserted within seconds, and entire sign/job can be finished directly on machine without manual intervention. To increase material yields, users can nest multiple signs together. Complete set includes drill bit with acrylic and stainless balls.

Pat Mooney, Inc.    Addison, IL 60101
Sep 26, 2012 When amount of incoming bar is less than 90 mm + cut length, Nishijimax NHC-100ND automatically shifts length setting device to NC-controlled gripper vise on out feed side of saw blade, which will continue gripping until final bar end is 30 mm. System is equipped with 15.5 hp induction motor that drives saw blade spindle via reduction gearbox. Saw blade feed rate is controlled via AC Servo Motor with encoder, Mitsubishi programmable servo drive, and precision ball screw.

Witte Co., Inc., The    Washington, NJ 07882
Sep 24, 2012 Featuring pneumatic actuator set on adjustable cycle timer, Witte Auto-Tapper induces small resonance through perforated classifier deck that coordinates linear vibrating action to gently jolt any pellets blocking screen and permit continued movement towards reject discharge while opening holes to allow on-spec pellets to slide through screen. Available as option on pellet classifiers, Auto-Tapper is suited for separating plastic pellets, chemicals, food ingredients, animal feeds, and sludge. 

NTC America Corporation    Novi, MI 48377
Sep 24, 2012 Comprising 3 models, TLH Series features fiber optic beam delivery with 2, 3, and 4 kW power options. Five-axis, 3D fiber laser processing machines provide X, Y, and Z axis travel up to 177, 45, and 20 in., respectively, with positioning and cutting accuracy of 0.0015 in./19.68 in. With controllable optical head angles of +720° on C axis and rotation of +135° on A axis, systems are suitable for cutting thin gage mild steel, aluminum, or stainless steel, and work best with materials less than 3/8 in.

Crown Holdings, Inc    Philadelphia, PA 19154-4599
Sep 21, 2012 Designed to seal glass jars and bottles, Smart Capper™ offers adjustable running speeds, making it suitable for small- and medium-sized manufacturers that need to manage fluctuations in production volumes. System is built from stainless steel with easily accessible interior for optimum cleaning in compliance with hygiene standards. Machine also complies with EU directive 2006/42/CE on machine safety.

NBE    Holland, MI 49424
Sep 19, 2012 Offering fully automated introduction, transfer, mixing, and blending of multiple sluggish materials, Bulk Material Mixing System virtually eliminates downstream production scrap. Lift-and-seal gaylord discharge system introduces material to transfer bin, while integrated agitator and vacuum pump transfer system supply material to mixer. Within mixer, 16 in. dia auger mixes material in 17 in. dia, 10-gauge mix tube. In-feed scoop blades and broad-throw dispersion paddles ensure homogenous blend.

JENOPTIK Lasers & Material Processing    07745 Jena   Germany
Sep 14, 2012 Comprising robot, laser, electrical cabinet, and rotating table, JENOPTIK-VOTAN® BIM 3D Metal Cutting Machine can be moved via forklift and is suited for highly automated environments. Optical fiber is located only in stationary robot shoulder and laser beam path is totally integrated. During cutting process laser light is guided by means of mirrors inside robot arm. Laser cutting head, weighing only 5 kg, contributes to accessibility into tight locations.

Modern Process Equipment, Inc.    Chicago, IL 60623
Sep 14, 2012 Cold Milling Flax Seed Gran-U-Lizer™ utilizes water-cooled rollers and unique tooth profile to cut and mill flax seed into very fine powder. Design eliminates screens, as well as subsequent product stickiness and gumming, while also reducing product retention time within grinder to eliminate heat generation and exposure. Cold milling process keeps all nutrients intact, preserving fragile Omega 3 oils, and typical capacities range from 2,000–4,000 lb/hr depending on grind size setting.

Esco Tool    Medfield, MA 02052
Sep 10, 2012 Available to fit MILLHOG® end prep tools covering tube range from 7/8-3 in. OD, ESCO Membrane and Overlay Removal Head features proprietary inserts shaped like golf tees, rather than screws, that tap into place and can be rotated to utilize 360° cutting edge. As head rotates, holding forces of inserts are multiplied, which minimizes vibration and heat. Head can also hold beveling blade.

Ashby Cross Co., Inc.    Newburyport, MA 01950
Sep 07, 2012 Suitable for low- to mid-volume production, Model 1125 Variable Ratio IDS handles filled or unfilled epoxies, silicones, and urethanes, with ratios from 1:1-6:1 by volume. PLC-based unit has touchscreen interface with menu-selectable shot sizes from 0.30-160 cc, depending upon ratio, and accuracy and repeatability of ±1% by volume. Featuring 18 x 12 in. footprint, Model 1125 operates on 100 Vac and 100 psi air, and handles viscosities up to 100,000 cps.

Enerpac (Industrial Tools)    Milwaukee, WI 53201 3241
Aug 31, 2012 With 5 ton push capacity, 70 lb RAT-Series Rail Alignment Tool is used to safely and effectively position track to prevent motor car derailment issues. Integrated ACME extension screw reaches 16 in., achieving max tool extension of 76 in., with collapsed length of 46 in. Hydraulic bladder design reservoir allows use in any position, roll cage protects hydraulic pump, and steel guard covers hydraulic line. High-pressure relief valve and inline release knob are also standard.

AIM, Inc.    Addison, IL 60101
Aug 29, 2012 In addition to turret tool changer with 3 satellite mandrel benders, Synchro Bender includes 2-plane straightener, 2000 Kgr automatic payoff unit, servo quad-roller feeder, bender axes, unlimited arm (Z-Axis) rotation, and IPC running Windows® and SmartEditor®. Preloaded graphics animation allows for program/data verification before running production parts, and wire can be fed directly from coil, straightened, bent, and cut using software package that provides flexible programming.

NBE    Holland, MI 49424
Aug 23, 2012 Using 4-stage material conditioning sequence, Automated Bulk Bag Unloader prepares extremely agglomerated material for supply to downstream liquification process. First conditioning stage uses 2 hydraulic de-blocking rams that deliver 28,000 lb of direct material force each. Next, dual hydraulic massage paddles reduce material to chunk sizes. Bag spout valve, with 1,000 lb of material break-up force, reduces material for supply to final stage where crumbler breaks material into ¼ in. pieces.

Advanced Sterilization Products    Irvine, CA 92618
Aug 22, 2012 STERRAD® NX® and 100NX® Systems are available with Digital Transfer Interface (DTI), which improves efficiency and productivity in healthcare facilities. Automatically transferring data to be stored on hospital's server, DTI technology helps keep information in one centralized location. DTI technology can also connect STERRAD NX/100NX Systems to key instrument tracking software (ITS), clearly identifying location and reprocessing status of devices.

ESS Technologies, Inc.    Blacksburg, VA 24060
Aug 21, 2012 Engineered for pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and cosmetic filling/capping applications, Model MB 25 handles up to 60 small bottles, tubes, or micro-vials per min. Gravity chutes allow operator to manually feed containers, caps, and plugs to starwheel for automatic placement. Available in single or dual pitch configurations, system offers filling options for liquids, powders, and creams. It also handles variety of closure types, including screw-on and push-on caps, pumps, dispensers, and stoppers.