Tyco Electronics/Raychem.    Menlo Park, CA 94025-1164
May 23, 2005 Utilizing thick film technology, Models PESD0402 and 0603 provide I/O port protection on USB 2.0, IEEE 1394, digital visual interface, and antenna switches. RoHS-compliant devices shunt ESD away from sensitive circuitry in HDTV equipment, printers, laptops, cellular phones, and other portable devices. They are compatible with standard surface-mount and reflow installation procedures and are available in tape and reel packaging.

Juki Automation Systems    Morrisville, NC 27560
May 23, 2005 Model 300L and 400L are suited for selective soldering of conventional (through-hole) components after reflow process. First machine can utilize pre-heater and includes bare board or mask grippers, internal spray or drop jet fluxers, and various soldering nozzles from 4–30 mm dia. Building on features of 300L, 400L offers 3-stage inline system for automated soldering process. It can also be customized to meet specific requirements.

Henkel Loctite Corporation    Rocky Hill, CT 06067
May 23, 2005 Multicore® MF101 and MF300 are VOC-free, no-clean liquid fluxes suited for low solderability surfaces such as oxidized copper. They minimize or eliminate solder balling and are non-flammable. To complement lead-free wave soldering applications, MF200 helps eliminate micro solder balling, leaves minimal residue, and offers maximum process window. No-clean, sustained activity flux, MFR301 is suited for fast soldering on conventional leaded and SMD components.

Westfall Mfg. Co.    Bristol, RI 02809-2721
May 20, 2005 Variable Head Loss Static Mixer consists of 2 in-line static mixers in series: one with fixed plate and other pivoting to achieve mixing range from ½-10 fps with head loss of 3 psi from ½-8 fps. Offered with beta ratios from 0.7-0.9, plates create combination of vortex shedding and intense shear zone turbulence. Mixers are available in sizes from ½-120 in. ID, and can be made from PVC, FRP, 316 stainless steel, titanium, or Hastelloy®.

STMicroelectronics    Lexington, MA 02421
May 20, 2005 Nomadik mobile multimedia processors and associated board support package are suited for smart phones and other mobile devices that play music, take pictures, record video, and host 2-way video communications. Model STn8811 builds on Model STn8800 with video and audio performance, power management, and security framework to protect sensitive data. Models STn8811 and STn8812 offer 256 and 512 Mbits of SDRAM, respectively, as well as 512 Mbits of NAND flash memory.

Stratasys, Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55344 2020
May 19, 2005 Combining polycarbonate and ABS plastic, PC-ABS allows manufacturers to predict end-product performance by modeling with same material that end-products are made of. Support material is water-soluble, which permits hands-free removal, shortening modeling process. Material blend's thermal and mechanical properties make it suited for production of parts in automotive, electronic, telecommunications, and toy industries.

Rogers Corporation    Rogers, CT 06263 0188
May 19, 2005 Available in .039 in. thickness, PORON® 4790-92 Microcellular Extra Soft - Slow Rebound Foam is resistant to extreme temperatures, shock, and compression set. It is suited for filling gaps, providing seals, and protecting components from environmental hazards, as well as managing shock and vibration energy.

Birchwood Casey    Eden Prairie, MN 55344 2138
May 17, 2005 Safe Scrub® OS lifts oil from iron and steel parts and then floats oil residue to liquid surface for removal from tank by oil skimmer or coalescing filter. Used as stand-alone cleaner or pre-cleaner, product is effective on mineral oil grinding coolants, drawing and stamping lubes, and hydraulic oils as well as water soluble/synthetic fluids and surface soils. Normal cleaning cycle calls for 5–10 min soak at 120 to 150°F.

Mearthane Products Corp.    Cranston, RI 02921
May 17, 2005 Durethaneâ„¢ M mechanically mixed, microcellular foam features uniform, mostly open cell structure, while Durethaneâ„¢ F is chemically blown, cellular foam with closed cell structure. Both prevent glazing and buildup while maintaining shape, physical characteristics, coefficient of friction, and chemical resistance. Durethane M and F can be made conductive for electrostatic dissipation for use in high-speed applications.

Solutia, Inc., Therminol Div.    St. Louis, MO 63166 6760
May 17, 2005 Optically clear MF5 features light tack, cling-like properties to various films and materials including aluminum metallized PET, glass, polycarbonate, polyester, and acetate. Employing silicone chemistry and coated in clean room environment to avoid contamination, MF5 has no adhesive residue and contains less than 0.4 µg/cm² of extractable silicone. Product adheres to substrates at temperatures up to 325°F and is coated on 1.5, 2, and 3 mil polyester film.

RBP Chemical Technology, Inc.    Milwaukee, WI 53214 0069
May 17, 2005 ANTIFOAM AR-301 LF is a blended, non-silicone organic defoamer that is effective in acidic chemistry solutions such as tin strippers. It is dispersible in water and does not form oil slick. Product can be used in temperatures of 80–130°F.

Almco, Inc.    Albert Lea, MN 56007 2751
May 16, 2005 Model OR-3 vibratory finishing machine has rotating urethane divider that creates multiple compartments for individual part deburring, prevents damaging impingement, and eliminates fixturing of metal parts. Featuring 3 ft³ tub, unit occupies 36 x 53 in. footprint and comes with sound hood to keep noise at acceptable level. Offering constant speed of 1,750 vpm, unit enables parts to be loaded/unloaded from rotating mass without stopping machine.

Diamond America Corp.    Tallmadge, OH 44278
May 16, 2005 Model TL250, 2½ dia, 24:1 single screw thermoplastic extruder is designed to be compatible with screws from other extruder manufacturers. Equipped with either ac or dc drive and motor, unit features ampere meter in each heating zone to indicate heater failure. Spill-proof hopper gate eliminates spillage of materials during shutdown or changeover of materials or dies. TL250 is suitable for applications that include profile, tube, palletizing and sheet.

Oxonica Limited    Yarnton, Kidlington , Oxford OX5 1PF  United Kingdom
May 13, 2005 Optisolâ„¢ ultraviolet (UV) filter consists of titanium dioxide formulation with manganese, which absorbs UVA and acts to stop formation of free radicals in titanium dioxide. Featuring photostable formulation that will not be broken down by sun, product composition also helps to protect cosmetic additives from UV damage, allowing them to retain efficacy for longer period of time.

Bematek Systems, Inc.    Salem, MA 01970
May 11, 2005 Self-contained, Dynamic In-Line Mixer passes all product through mixing head equipped with 1-12 shear-action zones, consisting of high-speed rotors and stators that can produce shear rates of 200,000/sec each. Shear-action zones assure that entire batch receives same level of processing. Capable of size reduction, deagglomeration, blending, and homogenization, unit is on wheels and can be moved anywhere in plant to mix emulsions, dispersions, and suspensions.

Blaser Swisslube Inc.    Goshen, NY 10924
May 11, 2005 Jetmix ensures completely uniform and homogenous emulsion through cavitation to mix water and concentrate consistently and correctly. It allows for adjustment of concentration and requires only water connection to operate. Cavitation in mixer results in microscopic oil droplet size of less than 0.1 µm diameter in emulsion. With max throughput of 7.9 gpm, maintenance-free Jetmix unit can be mounted on wall or directly on drum or tote.

Modern Process Equipment, Inc.    Chicago, IL 60623
May 11, 2005 Model 88 Chemical Gran-U-Lizerâ„¢ eliminates unwanted fines and provides uniform particle size utilizing continuous roller-style grinding method. Able to reduce waste and eliminate downstream classification systems, machine can be constructed with materials from carbon steel to stainless steel to meet corrosion resistance and contamination requirements. Applications include super absorbent chemicals, carbons, silica, hard plastics, and petroleum coke.

GE Advanced Materials    Wilton, CT 06897
May 10, 2005 Able to reduce salt content of separated crude, Silbreak(TM) silicone demulsifiers produce lean, sharp interface between crude and water phases. They perform clear separation of 2 phases, such as water and oil, in mineral oils, silicone oils, or crude oils. Use of products results in dryer crude oil and cleaner water.

PACOTHANE Technologies    New York, NY 10028
May 10, 2005 Dimensionally stable PACOTHANE® Release Film is polyester-based and inert, with no out-gassing and minimal static potential. Printable release surface is used for transferring print onto reinforced carbon and rubber compounds, epoxies, phenolics, and polyesters. Available in 1.2 and 1.5 mil thicknesses, product can be supplied in widths up to 81.5 in. on rolls or sheets and withstands operating temperatures to 400°F for up to 6 hr.

Norplex Micarta    Postville, IA 52162
May 10, 2005 Suited for indoor or outdoor use by skateboarders, roller skaters, and stunt bikers, SkatePlate 3000 composite material has non-splintering surface resistant to wear, abrasion, and moisture. Product, made by fusing weather-resistant resin system into natural fiber reinforced core under heat and pressure, is bondable to frames and subsurfaces with adhesives, nails, or screws. Surface provides solid grip for skaters, but permits controlled slips as needed.