Banner Engineering Corp.    Minneapolis, MN 55441
Sep 02, 2005 Non-contact, passive T-GAGE(TM) sensors detect objects that are hotter or colder than ambient condition and trigger output. Set-up is facilitated via Manual or Dynamic TEACH-mode push-button programming, which requires no potentiometer adjustments. Able to operate even if product is not moving, sensors detect temperatures from 0-300°C and changes as small as 3°C. Self-contained unit has stainless steel barrel construction and 25 msec response time.

Bruker AXS GmbH      Germany
Sep 02, 2005 Designed for macromolecular X-ray crystallography, Ã…XIOM 200 has essentially zero detector noise, and is able to record each individual X-ray photon as it strikes detector. By eliminating readout dead-time, imaging system supports continuous scans where goniostat is scanned without stopping between frames. Active area of 200 mm diameter and high spatial resolution allows large protein crystal unit cells to be resolved.

Creative Labs, Inc.    Milpitas, CA 95035
Sep 02, 2005 Standalone, self-powered Home Theater Connect DTS-610 connects media center or standard PC to multi-channel consumer electronics receiver. All audio from PC, including multi-channel and DRM-protected content, can be sent through sound card's analog outputs. Content is then encoded in real-time with DTS Interactive and digitally output for playback on surround-sound home theater system.

Xsens Sports Technologies B.V.      Netherlands
Sep 01, 2005 Equipped with solid-state inertial sensors and earth-magnetic field sensors, MTi Inertial Measurement Unit provides drift-free, gyro-enhanced Attitude and Heading output with 0.5° accuracy. Internal, low-power DSP also calculates 3D acceleration, 3D rate-of-turn and 3D magnetic field data. Interfaced to control systems, product offers RS232, RS422, and USB digital output options as well as analog voltage output of roll, pitch, and heading angles.

Elfab Limited    Tyne & Wear NE29 8SD  United Kingdom
Sep 01, 2005 Designed to prevent environmental contamination in severe process conditions, Double-Disc Opti-Gard comprises primary and secondary rupture discs, as well as pressure gauge or switch to monitor space between discs. In event of chemical attack causing pinholing of primary disc, back-up prevents pollution of environment, while intermediate pressure sensor warns maintenance teams. Disc is corrosion-resistant Hastelloy C267 and features ±5% tolerance.

ifm efector, Inc.    Exton, PA 19341
Aug 31, 2005 Measuring 72 mm long, non-contact PK Series has no moving parts and features 316 stainless steel process connection. Locking device prevents unintentional setpoint changes, and 2 LEDs indicate operation and switching status. Welded, gas-tight measuring cell detects gas and liquid pressure up to 5,800 psi and is capable of over 50 million switching cycles without drift. Offering adjustable hysterysis, 3-wire PNP dc units come in ¼ in. NPT or G-¼ BSPP port sizes.

Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc., Spring House Location    Spring House, PA 19477-0900
Aug 30, 2005 Available in ETFE or PVDF, SITRANS® Probe LU offers Profile 3, Class B connectivity to PROFIBUS networks as well as HART® communications. It measures level up to 40 ft with 0.15% accuracy and may be configured with hand-held programmer or SIMATIC® PDM software. Also included, Sonic Intelligence® software compensates for echo attenuation and increases in floor noise. Instrument may be used in storage vessels, simple process vessels, and open channels.

Astro-Med, Inc.    West Warwick, RI 02893
Aug 30, 2005 Portable data acquisition and analysis recorder, Dash 8Xe, captures 8 channels of data to 36 Gb internal drive at fixed sample rate of 6,250 Hz. In transient mode, high-speed glitches and other anomalies are captured at sample rate of 200 kHz/channel. Utilizing AstroPower(TM) Monitoring Software, various power events, such as interrupts, swells, sags, harmonics, unbalance, and power factor can be recorded and reviewed with real-time and post-capture data analysis.

ifm efector, Inc.    Exton, PA 19341
Aug 30, 2005 Designed for outdoor and washdown environments, Octavis Model VE1101 offers 2 connectors for power and software. PC or laptop is temporarily connected to monitor via RS232 connector and setup cable for programming sensor. Micro DC connector is used to connect monitor to power source and output device. RS485 communication permits cable runs up to 1,000 m, while USB to RS485 communication cable enables communication from laptops without serial ports.

Dwyer Instruments, Inc.    Michigan City, IN 46361
Aug 25, 2005 Series FGA and FGS have dual psi and corresponding °F scale calibrated for both R-12 and R-22 refrigerants. Measuring 2.5 in. in diameter, Series FGA offers full scale accuracy of 2.5%, while Series FGS is 4 in. in diameter and offers 1.6% full scale accuracy.

Allegro MicroSystems Inc.    Worcester, MA 01615
Aug 24, 2005 AC-coupled, Hall-effect gear-tooth sensors, Models A1421LK, A1422LK, and A1423LK feature monolithic integrated circuits that switch in response to changing differential magnetic fields created by moving ring magnet or by ferrous target when back-biased with magnet. On-board regulator permits operation with supply voltages of 4.0–26.5 V. Units are suited for speed, position, and timing applications such as transmission and engine management.

Televac/ETI    Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
Aug 24, 2005 Miniature 3D Bayard Alpert Type Ionization Gauge, with supported dual filament, provides vacuum measurement over range of 1 x 10^-10 to 1 x 10^-2 Torr. Unit performs similarly to nude ion gauges, but is fully enclosed in protective stainless steel body. Performance at UHV is enhanced by ultra-low X-ray limit.

Siemens AG    Munich D-80333  Germany
Aug 24, 2005 Featuring IP65-rated plastic/metallic housing, Simatic MV220 provides 30 test operations/sec and is suited for direct use on machines in industrial environments. Digital camera is equipped with CMOS chip and offers resolution of 640 x 480 pixels. Infinitely adjustable lens system can adjust display field from 40 x 30 mm to 200 x 150 mm, and distance-to-object range from 50-250 mm. Incandescent light source and laser-based alignment system support manual alignment.

Allegro MicroSystems Inc.    Worcester, MA 01615
Aug 23, 2005 Suited for non-TPOS camshaft applications, ATS616LSG peak-detecting device uses automatic gain control and integrated tracking capacitor to provide gear-edge detection down to low operating speeds. Sensor subassembly consists of samarium-cobalt magnet, pole piece, and differential open-collector Hall IC. Processing circuitry contains ADC that self-calibrates internal gain of device, and peak-detecting filter circuit eliminates magnet and system offsets.

Dwyer Instruments, Inc.    Michigan City, IN 46361
Aug 23, 2005 Series SGK Pressure Gages have dual English/metric scales with 1% ASME Grade A accuracy. For chemical compatibility, units are designed with 304 stainless steel housings and 316L stainless steel wetted parts. They can withstand ambient temperatures to 149°F and process temperatures up to 518°F. Various ranges are available, from full vacuum, compound to 15,000 psi.

Balmac Inc.    Plain City, OH 43064
Aug 23, 2005 Used with Model 1112 Vibration Monitor or other existing control system, Model 191 continuously monitors controlled vibration levels required to move bulk product at optimum process speeds. System automatically activates alarms and alerts operators to problem if vibration levels drop below or go above operator-selected preset limits. Capable of measuring up to 25 ips of vibration velocity, intrinsically safe unit is UL-listed for hazardous locations.

New Vista    Baltimore, MD 21205
Aug 23, 2005 All-electric Thread Verification Unit checks threaded holes by powering probe into and out of part. High-speed drive allows probe to stop in case of missing or malformed threads, registering fault. Able to check thread in 1 sec, servo model includes servomotor, servodrive, and motion programming. Featuring mounted brushless dc motor with speed control, nonservo unit offers cycle times starting at 3 sec. Both verify thread sizes from 3–25 mm.

Mine Safety Appliances Company / Instrument Division    Pittsburgh, PA 15230
Aug 23, 2005 Utilizing electrochemical sensing technology, Chillgard® NH₃ Gas Monitor features full-scale range of 0–1,000 ppm, with ability to measure leaks as low as 10 ppm. Standard 4–20 mA output can be connected directly to Building Automation System or other controller, to provide indication of leak prior to worker entering room. Housed in water- and corrosion-resistant NEMA 4X enclosure, unit includes LCD that alternates between sensor reading and gas type.

Rohrback Cosasco Systems    Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Aug 23, 2005 Providing constant surveillance of atmospheric environment, Model ECM(TM) allows rapid detection of humidity, temperature, and differential pressure, permitting corrective action before damage to sensitive equipment occurs. Utilizing 2 thin-film sensors, unit displays corrosion rate using indicator lights that correspond to ISA classifications of environments for copper and silver. Analog and/or digital outputs provide remote alarming, display, and recording.

Scientific Technologies Inc. - Automation Sensors    Logan, UT 84321
Aug 22, 2005 Offering side and top mounting capability, Model VBL-12 provides high and low level detection and is available with protective shield for low-level detection in large silos. Top-mounting Model VBL-22 is suited for high alarm operation in large silos. Extension tubes up to 8 ft and 13 ft are available. Extension cable, top-mounting Model VBL-32 offers high alarm operation and includes flexible PVC-coated cable available in lengths up to 20 ft.