Elseworks, Inc.    Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Jun 04, 2002 Arnold-Mat uses screw mechanism with integral self-contained hydraulic power booster to create up to 11,000 lb clamping pressure with little operator effort. Positive stop ensures that pressure is always the same, regardless of operator. Vises are available with optional power preset, or with hydro-pneumatic clamping mechanism that produces clamping pressure with shop air. Jaw widths of 3.54, 4.92, and 7.87 in. are available. All critical surfaces are precision ground.

Mouse, LLC    Fresno, CA 93727
Jun 04, 2002 MouseCart uses gliding system to allow user to move quickly for order picking, fulfillment, and will-call applications in warehouses and distribution centers. Movement process puts focus on legs to propel cart into motion, reducing likelihood of lower back injuries. Cart is made from non-abrasive polyethylene plastic.

Paktek, Inc.    Tacoma, WA 98498
Jun 04, 2002 Made with nylons and webbing, ToolToteâ„¢ has comfortable padded handles, large opening for easy access, rigid bottom, and 14 external pockets of varying sizes to accommodate all types of tools. It can be zipped closed to keep tools in. Optional shoulder strap frees hands for climbing ladders.

Carr Lane Roemheld Mfg. Co.    Ellisville, MO 63021
Jun 04, 2002 Built-in locking pistons in threaded-body push clamps, block cylinders, and edge clamps allow floating clamping of workpieces with minimum deformation. Pistons provide light clamping force, but high support force, ensuring parts do not move when being machined. Plungers in cylinders have thin-walled section that expands under high pressure against inside of housing to lock plunger in place. Clamps operate at 7500 psi and provide clamping and supporting in one element.

EFD Inc.    East Providence, RI 02914-1342
Jun 04, 2002 Compact MicroDotâ„¢ 741MD-SS needle valve makes microdeposits as small as 0.007 in. dia. Internal needle seats in hub of dispensing tip reduces amount of dead fluid between needle seat and substrate. Pneumatically operated valve applies variety of assembly fluids including UV-cure adhesives, solvents, lubricants, and epoxies. Calibration knob allows user to restore valve stroke setting and tip-to-substrate distance when new dispensing tip is installed.

Henkel Loctite Corporation    Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Jun 04, 2002 PN 97020 and PN 97017 have sensors that alert users to diminishing levels of adhesive in reservoir. Both can apply cyanoacrylate, anaerobic, or acrylic adhesives packaged in 200 g tubes, 250 ml, 1 lb, 1 liter, and 2 kg bottles. They interface with hand-held applicators and automatic dispense valves. PN 97020 operates at 0 to 15 psi for dispensing low to medium viscosity fluids; PN 97017 runs at 0 to 100 psi for high viscosity fluids.

Drafto Corp.    Cochranton, PA 16314
May 31, 2002 Motorized Rotating Coil Grab is equipped with continuous belt edge protector modules, dual plunger safety saddle trios, and front and rear rollers. Crane scale can be read directly on lifting device or remotely at base station. Weight data can be interfaced to other computer data as desired. Applications include steel warehousing facilities, steel mills, aluminum mills, stamping plants, and other heavy industrial manufacturing facilities.

JLG Industries, Inc.    McConnellsburg, PA 17233 9533
May 31, 2002 Model 3394RT has 33-ft. platform height and 2,250-lb platform capacity. Model 4394RT has 43-ft. platform height and 1,500-lb platform capacity. Both have load management system that prevents engine from bogging down in rough terrain conditions, dual pump hydraulic drive, and 3-speed selectable drive controls. Standard oscillating axle helps maintain traction and 15-in. wide tires increase flotation for optimum site travel. Both handle 45% grades.

Schunk    Morrisville, NC 27560
May 31, 2002 SK, BT, and HSK toolholders are manufactured with hydraulic chucks in extended, and slim extended lengths from 63.5 to 200 mm. Guaranteed run-out of 0.0012 in. is maintained, and clamping forces are rated to 23,000 lbs. Shank-holding system with internal piston forces sleeve around cutting tool shank. Clamping area remains almost dry and high torque transmission is accomplished via metal to metal contact at all spindle speeds.

Eagle MHC, An Eagle Group Co.    Clayton, DE 19938
May 31, 2002 Electronic Tray Carts feature open-wire construction in choice of side- or end-loading models. They are 69 in. high and can be made conductive by adding optional drag chain or ESD cable. Vibration-dampening models have polyurethane swivel casters with expander stems that reduce vibration during transfer. They are ESD-safe via aluminum split sleeves and grounding device. Full-size models are 62 3/8 in. high, while half-size models are 49 3/8 in. high.

Vestil Manufacturing Co.    Angola, IN 46703-0507
May 31, 2002 Aluminum and Steel Gantry Cranes are available in capacities from 200 to 6,000 lbs. FHA Series features all-aluminum construction for corrosion resistance. Lightweight I-beam allows height adjustment without hoist or fork truck. Adjustable solid steel gantry cranes have 8 in. diameter, double-locking swivel phenolic casters with roller bearings. They are designed for portability with or without load.

Thermadyne Industries, Inc.    St. Louis, MO 63017
May 31, 2002 Ultrafeed® 4000 4-roll wire feeder is suitable for semi-automatic welding with solid and flux-cored wires from 0.024 to 1/8 in. Offering 50 to 875 ipm speed control with built-in compensation for changes in line voltage and feed roll load, it adjusts run-in speed and ramp up to match power source start characteristics. Features include no-tools, quick-change feed rolls, rotatable feed head, and welding gun quick disconnect.

Jensen Tools, Inc.    Phoenix, AZ 85044-5313
May 30, 2002 Rotationally molded Roto-Rugged Totes are filled with layers of 2 in. foam, and come with foam-cutting knife. Cases have telescoping handle that extends to 41 in. and stores flush in case. All have black powder coated tongue and groove valance that resists scratches, recessed military-style quarter-turn latches, ball-bearing wheels, full-length piano hinges, spring-loaded handles and padlock hasps. Sizes range from 17-3/4 x 14-1/2 x 8 in. to 37 x 25 x 20 in.

Jervis B. Webb Co.    Farmington Hills, MI 48331
May 30, 2002 Compact floor skid system allows easy access to load for assembly operations and does not interfere with process equipment. Dual track conveyor provides stable load handling, allows in-line accumulation, and offers variable work height. Drive options include sprocket-driven or composite belt; traditional steel chain drive; or vulcanized steel cord rubber belt drive. Applications include automotive body shop, paint shop, and final assembly operations.

SpaceRak, A Div. of EWCO    Marysville, MI 48040
May 30, 2002 PushBack Rack System is based on the use of overriding, wheeled pallet carts that travel on slightly canted rails, allowing carts to roll forward to front of bay. System configurations range from 2 to 6 pallet positions deep, with variable bay widths to accommodate single-wide or double-wide pallet rows. Upright frame is 1-piece construction, made from 50,000 psi steel, with horizontal and diagonal braces MIG-welded to posts.

Blue Giant Equipment Corp.    Brampton, ON L6W 3K2  Canada
May 30, 2002 PWB45 electric, walkie pallet truck, rated for 4,500 lb, has tight turning radius of 60.5 in. Vertically mounted SepEx motor provides maximum torque throughout entire speed range. Programmable 24 V controller offers variable forward, reverse, drive, and braking functions. Truck, with ergonomically correct handle, provides comfort and safe handling of pallets, minimal steering effort, dead-man braking activation, and automatic creep speed.

Midwestern Industries Inc.    Massillon, OH 44648 0810
May 29, 2002 Bag-dumping/screening station examines bagged materials for lumps and foreign matter before they enter manufacturing processes. Self-contained station includes low-profile separator, hood with vent, heavy-duty bag-support screen, and stand. Optional magnet,built into product discharge, is available.

Elsner Engineering Works, Inc.    Hanover, PA 17331
May 29, 2002 Model V-5-30 produces core or coreless consumer size retail rolls of materials such as 12 lb tissue paper, 60 lb kraft paper, glassine and acetate, freezer paper, wax paper, shelving paper, mounted foil, non-woven fabrics, and gift wrap. Cut length is adjustable from 3 ft to any length which will fit in maximum 3.5 in. finished roll diameter. Unit will handle 12 to 30 in. web widths. It has servo drive, PLC, and touch screen operator interface.

FOX IV Technologies, Inc.    Export, PA 15632
May 28, 2002 Micro Label Application Option enables company's devices to print and automatically apply labels as small as 0.25 x 0.75 in. It requires only one label to be printed in queue enabling faster changeover of product and less waste during stock changes. Applications include electronics and medical products industry. Other options include Mini Actuator Application Cylinder for trailing edge labeling, custom fixtures, and material handling for labeling stations.

IPL Products Ltd.    Worcester, MA 01605
May 28, 2002 SmartCrate(TM) hand-held returnable container features 2-step assembly and high cube utilization. It is 48 x 40 in. GMA pallet compatible and cross-stackable. Container is suitable for moving perishable groceries and other products in retail as well as plant-to-plant transfers of work-in-process materials.