Smurfit-Stone Container Corp.    Chicago, IL 60601
Oct 29, 2007 Designed to erect 8-sided META® cases, META KD-8(TM) offers stacking strength as well as graphic and display capabilities. Opposing vacuum cups slowly separate cases as they are erected, breaking score lines and over-glued manufacturer's joints. Hand cranks speed changeover without tools, while vacuum transducers minimize clogs and downtime. With case selection system, META KD-8 can handle warped board and corrugated variations.

Duplo USA Corp.    Santa Ana, CA 92705
Oct 26, 2007 With ability to produce up to 200 books/hr, Model DB-280 can bind materials with maximum booklet size of 320 x 400 mm and minimum size of 80 x 50 mm, and is suited for short-run and on-demand printing applications. Features include second glue drum for glue penetration and bind quality, case and strip binding abilities, and air vacuum dust removal. Automated binding enables operators to place flat sheets into clamp, where pages are gripped automatically and binding process is started.

Duplo USA Corp.    Santa Ana, CA 92705
Oct 26, 2007 With resolution of 300 x 300 dpi, DP-C115 is suitable for text heavy work or image printing and can be used when producing newsletters, corporate stationery, flyers, and instruction sheets. Built-in automatic document feeder allows for stacking and feeding multiple originals without operator attendance. Features include 500 sheet feeder capacity, Automatic Master Ejection System, LCD user control panel, and computer interface.

American Automation Technologies, Inc.    Richardson, TX 75080
Oct 25, 2007 Designed around steerable truck axle and housed in steel-enclosed chassis, Automated Safety Hitch(TM) becomes integral part of gooseneck trailer or 5th wheel RV and attaches itself to truck or SUV automatically. Handheld controller-operated solution pulls trailers and RVs as level and close to ground as possible for optimal stability. System also adds braking power and stability to towing vehicle, with standard model steering axle able to support pin weights of up to 6,300 lb.

KMT Robotic Solutions, Inc.    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Oct 23, 2007 Design for automated trimming of plastics and composites, RoboTrim® RT-1900 features inverted, rail-mounted KMT AccuTrim® R-110 robot inside steel enclosure with side access door and safety interlocks. Rail permits robot to move up to 4.5 m, and 2-sided, 19 ft rotating servo table supports up to 700 lb on each side while accommodating parts up to 13 x 5 ft. Various safety features, such as light curtains, and software, including RouterWare®, are provided.

KMT Robotic Solutions, Inc.    Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Oct 19, 2007 Designed for waterjet trimming of headliners, carpets, dashboards, and insulation products in automotive interior industry, Cutting Box Original V can be customized to meet specific trimming needs, and comes with IRC5 robot controller for single and multi move operation. System can be equipped with 6 different and pre-designed robot configurations. It features HMI, tailor-made vacuum systems, and WaterjetWare robot software that helps customers reduce online programming time.

Diamond Machining Techology    Marlborough, MA 01752
Oct 16, 2007 Designed to consistently develop finely honed edges, Diafold® Magna-Guide integrates Double Sided Diafold® sharpener, Aligner Blade Guide's 7-Angle Guide Clamp, and Magnetic Angle Guide attachment. Unit has 2-diamond abrasives-in-1 to allow for 2-stage sharpening, and can handle filet knives, cleavers, pocket and hunting knives, and fine kitchen cutlery. Folding handles keep fingers away from cutting edges when in use and protect sharpening surfaces when not in use.

Unitek Benchmark    Goffstown, NH 03045
Oct 15, 2007 Lid alignment and tack welding station includes precision slide which allows for separate alignment and tacking positions. It also features Model ADP100 Weld Power Supply and Series 88 Weldhead for repeatable process results. Finger proximity switches trigger weld head movement and ensure operator safety, while tooling pins on slide platform enable changeover to different part holding fixture.

PAC Machinery Group    San Rafael, CA 94901
Oct 11, 2007 Suited for quick changeover and contract packaging applications, Model DEM F-Auto(TM) series includes Center Sealing System to automatically adjust seal at center of each package eliminating manual adjustments. Automatic L-Bar Sealer and Tunnel feature heavy-duty frame, seal bar closing conveyor system for small product transfer, and machine performance monitoring system. Operator Interface uses 16-bit microprocessor capable of storing up to 10 product settings.

Label Value    Tampa, FL 33634
Oct 10, 2007 Eliminating monthly postage meter fees, DYMO Desktop Mailing Solution comprises DYMO LabelWriter TwinTurbo printer with integrated USB-connected 5 lb scale, postage stamp labels, address labels, and DYMO Stamps software, which allows companies to weigh packages and print U.S. Postal Service-approved postage. Printer is equipped with dual label rolls, enabling user to print both mailing labels and stamps in seconds.

Rotex, Inc.    Cincinnati, OH 45223 1845
Oct 09, 2007 MEGATEX XD(TM) Separator features 25-50% capacity per square ft of screen cloth in compact footprint, screen deck slope of 6°, and external drive cartridge that permits continuous operation up to 400°F. Elliptical-linear motion enables handling course to fine separations from ¼ in. to 100 mesh (6.3 mm to 150 µm). Unit includes lift-rail system, discharge door, single reaction cartridge with 2 spherical roller bearings, and support shaft suspension system with industrial U-joint bearings.

Toyoda Machinery USA Inc.    Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Oct 09, 2007 Offering cutting power of boxway machine with 1,655 ipm traverse rates, Model FH1250SX includes 60 hp, 8,000 rpm high-torque spindle that provides 737 ft-lb of torque for demanding material removal applications. Column supports spindles cutting power by utilizing dual ball screws that surround spindle housing, which maintains rigidity and accuracy. Cavernous work envelope allows workpiece sizes of 94.5 x 70.9 in. as well as table load capacity of 10,000 lb.

SPEX SamplePrep LLC    Metuchen, NJ 08840
Sep 18, 2007 K1 Single Sample Electric Fluxer is one-position unit suited for research labs where sample preparation is small to moderate. It can overlap processing of 2 samples and allows throughput of 5-7 samples/hr. Designed for labs that process multiple samples, K2 Five Sample Electric Fluxer processes 20-25 samples/hr. Both are equipped to prepare disks and solutions for XRF, AA, and ICP and also feature built-in recipes for various substances.

Unitek Benchmark    Goffstown, NH 03045
Sep 17, 2007 Model SM8500, available with camera and monitor, optimizes alignment of manually placed lids. When mounted to seam sealer, camera captures image of lid and mating part to form completely accurate lid tacking and sealing system. Lid hold down fixture holds lid in place during tacking (after alignment), and camera zoom facilitates setup for different lid sizes. Placed inside or outside glovebox wherever it is most convenient for user, monitor displays clear black and white images.

Dawley, J. A. Manufacturing Co.    Waterloo, NY 13165
Sep 17, 2007 GlideStop ChopStix is an accessory to GlideStop stop system that can be temporarily or permanently added without need for tools. It includes holding arm that requires placement of user's hand at safe distance from path of blade or cutter during machining operation. Featuring adjustable range to hold work pieces of varying length, arm is constructed of plastic components and will not cause damage in case of accidental contact with blade or cutter.

Standard-Knapp, Inc.    Portland, CT 06480
Sep 14, 2007 Designed for packing carbonated, non-carbonated, and hot filled PET bottles into corrugated trays or plastic shells, Model 396 Positron(TM) Case Packer is equipped with Overhead Flight Grouper that provides accurate, positive product control. Continuous motion ensures gentle product handling, while PLC-controlled variable frequency drives automatically adjust to changing line speeds. Powered by two 1 hp motors, unit features stainless steel frame, shafts, and hardware.

Merrow Sewing Machine Co., The    West Wareham, MA 02576
Sep 12, 2007 Specifically engineered for wet, corrosive environments, 70-D3B2-CNP (Nickel-Plated) performs end-to-end continuous loop butt-seaming process. Nickel coating, applied evenly throughout surface of frame as well as each individual part, provides uniform protection against corrosive substances.

Behringer Saws, Inc.    Morgantown, PA 19543
Sep 11, 2007 Featuring miter range of 60° to left and 45° to right, semi-automatic Model HBP-410/723 G has biased saw blade and offers cutting capacity up to 27.5 x 15.7 in. for profiles. Machine utilizes frequency-controlled 5.4 hp main drive motor with variable speed range of 65-460 sfm. Hydraulic hardened clamping jaws ensure steady and precise cuts at all speeds. Measuring 73 x 123 x 103 in., bandsaw is built with cast iron frame as well as heavy-duty guides and wheel bearings.

DEK International GmbH    Zurich Ch-8005  Switzerland
Sep 11, 2007 Able to support entire PCB assembly, HD Grid-Lok® requires minimal intervention from line operator and eliminates delay associated with dedicated tooling fixture configuration. Tooling fixture is activated via one button, and 12 mm pin pitch can be set-up in seconds to provide complete, flexible board support. Based on a modular foundation concept, solution will conform to any given board profile and can be reset in seconds for all subsequent boards.

ARPAC    Schiller Park, IL 60176
Sep 06, 2007 Designed to minimize risk of damage from dust and water, COVER-PAL 6000® Stretch hood pallet covering system wraps pallets at speeds up to 140 pallet/hr. Transparent pallet cover enables labels to be read without removing film and enables brand messaging to be printed directly onto film. Providing 5-sided coverage without need for top sheet, COVER-PAL 6000® Stretch is suited for products stored in cost clubs, home centers, construction sites, and freight centers.