GE Co.    Southfield, MI 48034
May 17, 2013 Using touchscreen technology and intuitive layout, Visor Asset Management System provides remote monitoring and diagnostics of drives, machines, and control systems operating in field. System takes data in different forms, from multiple sources, in many different places on ship and presents it on single screen in form of text and graphics. By touching or clicking on individual elements on screen, operators can delve through different layers to find information they need to facilitate tasks.

Flexicon Corporation    Bethlehem, PA 18020 8006
May 06, 2013 Equipped with glove box, bag compactor, and enclosed flexible screw conveyor, Flexicon Bag Dumping System isolates bulk material from operator and plant environment throughout opening, dumping, and compaction of bags as well as downstream conveyance. Bags, staged on stainless steel tabletop, are transferred through plastic strip curtain into dumping enclosure atop receiving hopper. Features include dust collector, 2 filter cartridges, and automatic reverse-pulse filter cleaning system.

Creform Corp.    Greer, SC 29652-0830
Apr 26, 2013 Featuring smooth, flat bed steel top that can hold two 3 x 3 ft pallets of materials, boxes, totes, and unpackaged parts, AGV has max speed of 164 fpm and base with custom-designed, fabricated steel frame. Bidirectional feature lets each end independently follow magnetic tape guidepath, eliminating need for return guidepath in system. Programmed via PC or onboard HMI touchscreen, AGV utilizes PLC that stores up to 50 courses with up to 128 commands each.

Scan Systems Corp.    Houston, TX 77032
Apr 25, 2013 Able to capture and add up to 120 products in less than 1 min, Tally-Rite lets operator tally truck-load of tubing in <10 min and automatically uploads reports to their office computer when prompted. Viewing readout on data collection screen keeps tally crews up to date at all times during tally regarding how much footage and how many joints have been accounted for. Portable unit also prints organized report, providing reliable and readable materials audit.

National Lockers & Shelving    Manalapan, NJ 07726
Apr 08, 2013 Ensuring package control through order placement, shipping, delivery, and notification to purchaser as well as shipper, parcel delivery system employs combination of bar code tracking, cellular technologies, RFID master access, and texting or emailing. System is specifically designed to meet needs of retailers and internet companies that deal with delivery of products through central pick up point.

Palmer Manufacturing & Supply, Inc.    Springfield, OH 45504
Apr 02, 2013 Providing safe method of pumping, metering, and storage of potentially flammable chemicals, Palmer Bulk Transfer System includes storage tanks located in fireproof room or logical location, pumping system for correct capacity and compatibility, and small day tanks for each liquid located at point of usage for any type of mixer. PLC-based control system maintains levels and monitors flow rates, while color HMI facilitates flow rate setup. 

IBM (Corporate Headquarters)    Armonk, NY 10504-1783
Mar 29, 2013 Leveraging business consulting services and predictive analytics software, Predictive Asset Optimization solution helps C-Suite decision makers predict and prevent supply chain disruptions. Big data is harnessed from assets to identify manufacturing process and product irregularities and forecast performance risks before problems arise. Solution examines both static and streaming information, combined with analysis of correlated asset sensors, and creates alerts with corrective actions.

Physik Instrumente (PI)    Auburn, MA 01501
Mar 29, 2013 Driven by stick-slip-type and piezo-stepping-type linear motors, LPS Series achieves resolutions in low nanometer range and below. Smallest model in series measures 20 x 23 x 10 mm, while largest member features travel ranges of ½ and 1 in. and employs synchronized piezo stepping motor for forces to 10 N. Integrated linear encoder provides 0.5 nm resolution. In addition to single-axis stages, XY combinations and SpaceFAB parallel positioning design with 6° of freedom are also offered.

MAG IAS, LLC    Erlanger, KY 41018
Feb 15, 2013 CCR changing system automatically exchanges fresh cut/clamp/restart (CCR) unit whenever needed on fiber placement machines, eliminating downtime and allowing machines to maintain full production rates. This increases machine utilization on part production through minimized interruption of part layup. One end effector is automatically exchanged for second that processes same width material utilizing docking stand outside work zone. Features include high-speed cut and add-on-the-fly rates.

Kardex Remstar LLC    Westbrook, ME 04092
Feb 07, 2013 Designed for use with Shuttle Vertical Lift Modules and Megamat RS vertical carousels, Logicontrol combines hardware, basic software, and operator terminal into touchscreen control. One unit can operate up to 3 storage systems and manage up to 1,000 different articles, 8,000 storage locations, and 7 bin sizes without PC workstation. In addition to numeric keyboard, operator panel offers standard OPGraphic feature, providing user with HMI interface.

Anver Corp. - Anver.Com    Hudson, MA 01749
Jan 02, 2013 With AT-Series, operator can pick up thin strip metal coil from top surface, keeping center hole unobstructed, and then manipulate and load it onto mandrel. Lifter-tilter is powered by compressed air and uses rubber vacuum suction pads or other materials, depending upon coil dimensions and customer requirements. Featuring fully adjustable and lockable power tilting, controlled by joystick, vacuum suction pads are configured to prevent telescoping.

NBE    Holland, MI 49424
Dec 20, 2012 Compliance-ready at start-up, integrated system conforms to specific, regulated processes and practices of wash-in-place (WIP) applications. Powered infeed conveyor and 2,000 lb capacity container lift carriage are complimented by 304-2b stainless steel custom discharge hood, surge hopper, and vibratory conveyor structurally designed with angled-plane, rounded-radius framework, and finished plate to reduce solids build-up and accelerate moisture removal.

NewAge Industries Inc.    Southampton, PA 18966
Dec 14, 2012 Available in 12 sizes from 1/8–2 in. ID, Nylobrade® Braid-Reinforced PVC Hose offers NSF-51 and NSF-61 certification for use with food equipment materials and potable water. Hose's ingredients are non-toxic and conform to FDA and USP Class VI standards. Offering mirror-smooth interior surface for optimized flow, flexible hose provides corrosion, abrasion, and chemical resistance.

Newport Corp.    Irvine, CA 92606
Dec 07, 2012 Developed to accelerate loads having higher rotational inertia, RGV100HL employs direct-drive technology and is compatible with XPS-DRV02 driver. Precision glass scale encoder ensures 0.0003° repeatability and 0.0001° min incremental motion, while brushless DC torque motor with rare earth magnets optimizes available torque to deliver rapid point-to-point motions. Integrating bearings with motor, stage has footprint of 115 x 115 mm and offers 360° travel with 0.01° on-axis accuracy.

Torrey Pines Scientific, Inc.    Carlsbad, CA 92010
Nov 06, 2012 Settable from -20 to +110ºC, EchoTherm™ RIC20 Peltier-driven, Chilling/Heating Temperature Stages integrate with assay plates on robotic systems and are designed for remote controlled applications. Any number of units can be set to single temperature using computer serial port. Temperature settings are stable to ±0.2ºC and accurate to ±0.5ºC. Measuring 6.5 x 4.75 x 3.5 in. without sample block, units feature chiller/heater module, UPS, and AC line cord for country of use.

Standard Change-Makers    Indianapolis, IN 46236
Oct 30, 2012 Available for System 500, 500-E, and 600-FST bill acceptors, SC-MAX Conversion Kits allow in-place conversion of existing SC series cabinets with OEM bill acceptors manufactured by MEI (Mars) and Coinco. Included SC-MAX Controller, taking place of Keypad (System 500) or handheld Data Terminal (System 600), has blue LCD with 4-button input and provides majority of programming, diagnostic, and audit feedback functionality of former devices. Necessary brackets and hardware are also included.

Steinmeyer Inc.    Bedford, MA 01730
Oct 09, 2012 Measuring 110 x 196 x 45 mm, Models MT196-100-2LM and MT196-200-2LM offer 100 and 200 mm travels, respectively. Units provide positional accuracy of 2 µm and straightness/flatness runout of ±5 µm for 100 mm of travel and ±10 µm for 200 mm of travel with repeatability of ±0.2 µm. Manufactured from anodized aluminum, stages include preloaded cross roller bearings, fixed stops, incremental linear encoder with 0.1 µm resolution, and linear piezo motor drive.

Bilsing Automation North America    Clinton Township, MI 48036
Oct 02, 2012 Featuring 2.5 in. dia aluminum round-body tooling, flexible destacking solution successfully separates and feeds both steel and aluminum blanks in various sizes and configurations. During cycle, automation lowers so that peeler suction cups are all level, with front cups spring-loaded and programmed to fire slightly prior to other cups. Air knives then fire to help peel back top sheet, breaking vacuum, which assists in separating blanks.

Tingue Brown & Co.    Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
Oct 01, 2012 Suitable for any type of overhead rail laundry sling system, TingueSling™ Bags are available in 2-ply 1000D Ballistic Nylon, 430D Super Nylon Pack Cloth, and 430D Nylon Pack Cloth. Water-resistant bags hold their shape during sling-forming and safely secure heavy loads during operation, while preventing growth of mold and bacteria and resisting lint buildup. Available in choice of colors, bags may be custom manufactured in nearly any size, shape, or configuration.

Flexicon Corporation    Bethlehem, PA 18020 8006
Sep 28, 2012 BLOCK-BUSTER™ employs hydraulic, variable-height turntable for automated in-frame rotation and conditioning of bulk bags at varying heights. With 2 hydraulic rams that feature contoured end plates, fully enclosed system loosens solidified material in bags so unloaders may discharge product through bag spouts. Other features include cantilevered I-beam with motorized hoist and trolley; remotely or externally mountable system controller and hydraulic pump; and interlocked, full-height doors.