Schunk    Morrisville, NC 27560
Sep 16, 2004 Series GSM is comprised of 3 base swivel unit sizes that can be equipped with 2-finger parallel gripper, 3-finger concentric gripper, 2-finger angular gripper, or 180° angular gripper. With hydraulic shock absorbers to dampen rotation, Series GSM can be fully adjusted from 0–180°. Internal porting of air supply to gripper eliminates interfering contours from air lines and sensors. Series offers 92 versions with strokes of 4–20 mm and grip forces of 6.3–61 lbf.

Schunk    Morrisville, NC 27560
Sep 16, 2004 Required when cylindrical workpieces are palletized in grid, PZV grippers incorporate serrated jaw design and wedge hook system. They can also be used as parallel grippers by mounting 2 different sets of fingers. Products also offer mounting for inductive proximity sensors with adjustable targets and integrated mounting of magnetic switches. Available in 4 sizes, units achieve grip forces from 130–1,600 lbf and have strokes from 6–25 mm per finger.

Schunk    Morrisville, NC 27560
Sep 16, 2004 TENDO clamps different types of cutting tools with cylindrical shanks directly in toolholder without using intermediate sleeves. Clamping is done by steel sleeve surrounded by hydraulic fluid, and cutting tools with different shanks are held with concentricity of less than 0.002 mm. Hydraulic, completely closed system absorbs vibrations inherent in cutting or grinding processes, resulting in repeatability of less than 0.00012 in.

Schunk    Morrisville, NC 27560
Sep 16, 2004 TRIBOS Micro-Mini extension allows circuit board tools with straight shanks to be held directly in holder. Clamping process requires 30 sec by means of clamping device, either manual SVP-2 or automatic clamping SVP-3, together with corresponding reduction inserts. Run-out accuracy and repeatability of extensions is less than 3 microns. Due to rotational symmetric design, basic counter balance of less than 4 g/mm is provided.

Schunk    Morrisville, NC 27560
Sep 16, 2004 Combination of TRIBOS clamping system and Zoller optical tool pre-setting device allows user to pre-set tooling in holder, within microns. Tooling measuring up to 15¾ in. long, with dia up to 12½ in., and weighing up to 40 lbs. can be measured on unit. Pre-setter offers accuracy within 0.001 mm on display and within 0.002 mm on concentricity, with repeatability ±0.002 mm. Software-based system enables data storage of up to 300 tool data records.

Lista International Corp.    Holliston, MA 01746
Sep 15, 2004 CRIBWARE® Sentinel interfaces with e-Lock Electronic Locking System to control access to, and track inventory from, new or existing tool cribs. Users scan items to be removed using bar code reader, and software tracks material usage, providing controlled access to tooling and work holding items. Keypad locking system provides keyless entry to cabinets using changeable password, eliminating security problem of multiple issued keys.

Seco-Carboloy    Warren, MI 48089
Sep 15, 2004 Using induction heating, EPB EasyShrinkâ„¢ 10 provides shrink grip and release of cutting tool shanks in as fast as 2 sec. Compact, self-contained unit exerts uniform pressure around entire surface of tool shank; one induction heating coil covers tool shank diameter of 1/8–1.25 in. for carbide and heavy metal and ¼â€“1.25 in. for steel and HSS. Stop rod height setting system facilitates setting of cutting tool position without requiring stop screws.

Lista International Corp.    Holliston, MA 01746
Sep 15, 2004 Using compressed air, Hoverbench(TM) lets users move up to 2,000 lb with minimal effort. Rows or clusters of cabinets can be precisely positioned without gaps and rearranged when needed. All-steel unit is offered in several side-by-side cabinet configurations: 2 MP width (22 3/16 in.), 2 SC standard (28 ¼ in.), one midwidth (47 in.), one double width (56 ½ in.), 2 ST (28 ¼ in.), and 2 HS width (40 ¼ in.) cabinets.

Lista International Corp.    Holliston, MA 01746
Sep 15, 2004 Available in standard (B251) and shallow depth (B255) models, CNC Storage Wall® System provides safe, secure, organized storage of preset CNC and perishable tooling. Modular drawer, shelf, and roll-out tray storage system accepts proprietary tool storage accessories, including tool holder frames and tool holders. Holding up to 440 lb each, drawers and trays facilitate access to stored items, while modular design permits changes or additions at any time.

FKI Logistex North America    St. Louis, MO 63132
Sep 15, 2004 Designed for single-line applications, Alvey 780 utilizes infeed and right-angle pattern formation to achieve pattern flexibility. Close-center rollers and biparting apron enable unit to handle various case and pallet sizes. Options include recirculating row pusher, hoist, and pattern generation utility. Product is RFID-enabled, allowing it to change patterns on the fly, manage end-of-run clearing, and track production and inventory information.

DE-STA-CO Industries, Robohand    Monroe, CT 06468
Sep 14, 2004 DPL DirectConnect™ grippers, designed for use in confined spaces, come in 6 styles with grip force of 161–403 lb at 100 psi. Grip force is enabled by 2 simultaneously double-acting pistons, and jaws are supported throughout length of gripper body. Featuring DirectConnect™ technology, grippers eliminate need for adapter plates by connecting directly to other DirectConnect components. Shielded design protects internal drive mechanism from chips and other particulates.

De-Sta-Co. Industries, Advanced Development Center    Carrollton, TX 75006
Sep 14, 2004 Stronghold(TM) Select products work together as part of complete workholding system. Available in 18 styles, hydraulic swing/pull clamps come in 475, 1,100, and 2,400 lb sizes. Hydraulic work supports include 1,650, 2,500, 5,000, 7,500, and 10,000 lb models, all in spring advance style. Treated metal surfaces offer corrosion resistance, while seal and wiper technology resists contamination and leaks. Line also includes pneumatic swing clamps, threaded body cylinders, and block cylinders.

DE-STA-CO Industries    Birmingham, MI 48009
Sep 14, 2004 Toggle-Lock Plus Clamps help to maintain over-center toggle position in applications where there is likely to be movement or vibrations, such as transfer lines. Eliminating pinch points, units feature bushings at major pivot points and stop point locations at base. Spindle contacts workpiece in vertical position to help stop marring or movement, while clamping arm completely clears workpiece to facilitate load and unload.

Guyson Corporation of U.S.A.    Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Sep 13, 2004 Measuring 65 x 35 x 23 in., Model 4 suits shops with limited area for manual cleaning, surface preparation, or finishing operations. Process enclosure has full width front swing door, offering 16 in. high opening for access, while 27 x 9 in. tempered safety glass view window promotes visibility. Cabinet includes single treadle activated suction-blast gun and utilizes abrasive or non-abrasive blasting media intended for recirculating-type cabinets.

Danaher Motion    Wood Dale, IL 60191-1073
Sep 13, 2004 URS-Series incorporates recirculating bearing module that contains 4 pre-loaded ball circuits and provides functions of guide block and ballscrew nut. Steel, U-shaped guide resists bending, allowing unit to be single-end supported. Single-axis solution is available in 5 sizes; smallest model, URS20, features 20 x 40 mm cross-section, while largest model, URS55, measures 55 x 100 and is available with travel lengths to 1,134 mm and load capacity of 530 kg.

Pacor Inc.    Cinnaminson, NJ 08077
Sep 13, 2004 Suited for use as acoustical control and thermal liner, flexible MICROMAT(TM) high tensile strength blanket is composed of borosilicate incombustible, non-hygroscopic glass fibers. Unaffected by oil, grease, and most acids, product is available in various densities and thicknesses. It reduces air friction and damage, will not support fungi or vermin, and conforms to physical properties and regulations of ASTM C1071-2000.

Witte L.P. USA    Tucker, GA 30084
Sep 13, 2004 Available in standard size of 1,200 x 800 x 150 mm, Sandwich Plates feature standard grid of 200 mm, which allows positioning of workpiece supports over entire surface. Support comprises base plate with bayonet catch for connection to sandwich plate, and components of Alufix modular fixturing system made of high-tensile aluminum. Several workpieces can be fixed simultaneously on sandwich plates for assessment with regard to their position to one another.

Tornos    Lombard, IL 60148
Sep 13, 2004 Single-spindle, Models Deco 10a and 13a feature Robobar SBF 216, which reduces channel guide changeover time down to 15 min. With quick-change system, operators index guide block to proper size capacity and changeover is complete. System accommodates up to 150 bars in sizes from 2-16 mm. Gripper system adjusts to whatever bar size is being used in machine. All setups are integrated into machine control, facilitating programming and machine/loader operation.

Oil-Rite Corporation    Manitowoc, WI 54221 1207
Sep 10, 2004 Infrared Lubrication System is equipped with solid-state PLC, 3-way solenoid valve, bank of PurgeX® pumps, power supply, and NEMA 12 enclosure. Independent pump operation allows individual adjustment of flow to each lube point from 0–.012 cu in./cycle. Clear, polycarbonate, ½ gal reservoir, with hinged top lid, feeds system and allows for visual confirmation of fluid level. System is suitable for -15 to +180°F applications. Standard systems are available with 1–12 pumps.

Columbia Machine Inc.    Vancouver, WA 98661
Sep 10, 2004 Floor-level Model FL10, with corrosion-resistant structural design, eliminates areas of potential bacterial growth and provides access for thorough sanitation and maintenance. Measuring ¼ in. thick, stainless steel frame features continuous welds. Running at speeds up to 15 cases/min, palletizer is suited for slow-speed production line applications. It comes with preprogrammed stacking patterns and fits through 8 x 8 ft doorways.