Scientific Technologies Inc. - Automation Sensors    Logan, UT 84321
Dec 23, 2003 Area Velocity Flow Meter, Model AVM-320 utilizes ultrasonic sensors for long-term remote monitoring of flow and/or level data with minimal site visits. Three analog sensors can be connected to system to provide more monitoring capabilities specific to application needs. NEMA 6P housing and connectors withstand prolonged submersion conditions. Internal circuitry generates 15 V required for optional sonic level or water quality sensors. Battery life is 1 year.

Sensor Electronics Corp.    Minneapolis, MN 55436
Dec 22, 2003 Detector simultaneously monitors any hydrocarbon gas in addition to carbon dioxide or water vapor. Measurement and readout are instantaneous, and detector can drive printers, plotters, or computers to create permanent record. Unit includes self-correcting circuitry and immediately indicates position and type of internal problem. Detector withstands toxic and corrosive atmospheres and has integral heater that eliminates condensation.

Keithley Instruments, Inc., Test Instrumentation Group    Cleveland, OH 44139 1891
Dec 22, 2003 Models 4510-QIVC and 4511-QIVC provide 4 source-measure channels in each of 9 slots of Model 4500-MTS PCI mainframe, allowing up to 36 I-V measurement channels. System can test multiple devices, or multiple channels on single device simultaneously, under different test conditions. Full-scale output ranges are ±30, ±100, and ±500 mA for Model 4510 and ±100 mA, ±300 mA, and ±1.0 A for Model 4511. Both cards include ±10 Vdc full-scale voltage source sub-channels.

Production Process Div., Industrial Marine Electronics, Inc.    Londonderry, NH 03053
Dec 09, 2003 Model MDT-02 links production machines with Windows ProductionACE software. ERP interface uses ASCII files to download production order requirements into job queue, then transmits back to ERP finished part and reject counts, machine run time and down time, cycle time, and rate data. Transducer helps management establish real-world job standards and job cost data. It connects to machines via electrical on/off machine cycling signals.

i2S Line Scan    Niskayuna, NY 12309-0028
Nov 28, 2003 FLAW SCAN SYSTEM detects 0.3mm² defects on 2 m wide webs, running at 200 m/min. It contains embedded hardware and software with i2S technology for real-time defect detection on continuous web products. Features include real-time display and roll-map, statistical analysis of defect content, and power defect classification tool. Programmable alarm settings are offered for each defect class. Applications include paper, nonwovens, plastic films, metal-foil manufacturing.

Sensors, Inc.    Saline, MI 48176
Nov 24, 2003 SEMTECH QCM (quartz crystal microbalance) and MPS (micro-proportional sampler) provide transient, mass measurement of particulate matter (PM) in engine exhausts. Former calculates mass of PM with resolution approaching 1 nanogram. SEMTECH MPS delivers response times of 0.1 sec and operational speeds of greater than 5 Hz. Based on Labview® platform, both are configurable for short, high-mass deposits or long-term sampling.

Linear Technology Corp.    Milpitas, CA 95035
Nov 21, 2003 Model LTC2903-1 provides 10% undervoltage monitoring with tight ±1.5% voltage threshold accuracy, guaranteeing reliable reset operation without false triggering. Typical supply current is 20 µA. Factory-trimmed voltage combinations include +5.0, +3.3, +2.5, +1.8, and -5.2 V. Adjustable input accepts supplies as low as 0.5 V. Monitor comes in 6-lead ThinSOT(TM) package and is suited for portable intelligent instruments, PCs, and network equipment.

Honeywell, Inc., Industrial Automation & Control    Phoenix, AZ 85023
Nov 20, 2003 NOTI•FIRE•NET™ (NFN) Web Server offers facility managers remote access to NOTI•FIRE•NET network of fire alarm control panels. Via Internet or Intranet, they can cross-examine systems, on or off-site, to obtain and analyze data needed to make decisions in event of trouble condition or alarm. Through graphical interface, operators view event history of fire alarm control panel and track system status, device properties, and other information.

RAE Systems    San Jose, CA 95134
Nov 20, 2003 MultiRAE Plus combines PhotoIonization Detector (PID) for toxic VOCs with O₂, LEL, and 2 toxic gas sensors in one compact monitor. Instrument offers total protection in potentially toxic environments. Gas plate is integrated into instrument, and case is made of carbon-filled ABS. Unit detects low levels of VOCs without false alarms, and is suited for applications from confined space entry to HazMat/WMD response teams.

Datastick Systems Inc.    Santa Clara, CA 95050
Nov 19, 2003 Model DAS-1257 12-bit spectrum and data acquisition module tests vibration and power using Palm handheld. It has 4 analog channels and 1 digital counter input channel. When combined with Connection Wave software and Palm Tungsten T handheld, system permits FFT waveform displays of 512 points across 5 kHz bandwidth running 1 channel, from sensor plugged into DAS-1257. Close-up view of any part of FFT waveform can be analyzed using built-in Zoom feature.

Access Control Group    Mountainside, NJ 07092
Nov 17, 2003 Vigilant^G2 offers paperless pre-shift safety checklist to comply with OSHA 1910.178. Reports can be e-mailed or printed as necessary. Solid-state G Watch Impact Detector records shock on X- and Y-axis, time, date, and operator, to reduce property damage and injuries. In addition to Key On hours, system offers Traction, Lift, and Idle hours, indicating true utilization of equipment. System comes with keyless entry system, HID proximity, or magnetic reader.

The Modal Shop, Inc.    Cincinnati, OH 45241
Nov 12, 2003 DIN-rail-mount VibeAlarm SDC002 warns against excessive machinery vibration levels. It provides output against user-configurable alert and alarm levels via LCD display and current loop, as well as momentary or latching contact closure. Unit offers single ICPW sensor input via screw terminal and buffered accelerometer output for connection to external monitoring system. Output can be specified in units of acceleration, velocity, or displacement.

Dranetz Technologies, Inc.    Edison, NJ 08818 4019
Nov 11, 2003 Three-phase PowerGuide® 4400 features 8 independent channels and color touch screen. Automated setups provide instant detection of circuit types and configurations. PowerXplorer® PX5 simultaneously captures and characterizes hundreds of parameters, including IEEE 1459 for non-sinusoidal and unbalanced systems. PowerXplorer PX5-400 provides range of monitoring and measurement for 400 Hz applications as well as 50/60 Hz. All units meet IEEE 1159 and EN50160 standards.

SKF USA, Inc.    Lansdale, PA 19446
Nov 11, 2003 SKF® Copperhead for Industrial Fans spots emerging bearing-related problems to help prevent premature failures and unplanned downtime. Users can monitor fan vibration and temperature on continuous or periodic basis. Problems detected include fan unbalance, mechanical looseness, bearing misalignment, and inadequate lubrication. System includes Copperhead sensor, which combines vibration accelerometer and temperature-monitoring capabilities, and MCM module.

MSA    Pittsburgh, PA 15230 0426
Nov 05, 2003 Ultima® Custom 4-Gas Detection System continuously monitors and displays concentrations of oxygen, hydrogen sulfide, carbon monoxide, and combustible gas. System comes in NEMA 4x stainless steel enclosure and includes over-range protection, automatic adjustments for calibration, date of last calibration, and over-LEL protection. Internal dc sample pump features built-in flow sensor, fault indicator, fault relay, and sample draw capability up to 100 ft.

Industrial Scientific Corp.    Oakdale, PA 15071 1500
Nov 05, 2003 Model M40 measures carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, oxygen, and combustible gases and displays any configuration of 1–4 gases. Composite case, immune to RFI and EMI, houses 4 discrete sensors, LCD display, and rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Unit alerts users to exceeded limits via visual, 90 dB, and vibrating alarms. Features include continuous-loop datalogger, peak/hold functions, STEL and TWA readings, and Quick Cal calibration.

SKF USA, Inc.    Lansdale, PA 19446
Nov 05, 2003 SKF® Copperhead for Industrial Fans, enables users to monitor fan vibration and temperature on continuous or periodic basis. It provides early warning of fan unbalance, mechanical looseness, bearing misalignment, inadequate lubrication, and other problems that can lead to premature bearing failure. Applications include process fans employed in cement, mineral processing, steel, metal refining, glass, pharmaceutical, and automotive industries.

Linear Technology Corp.    Milpitas, CA 95035
Nov 05, 2003 Models LTC2921 and LTC2922 utilize N-channel MOSFETs to assure that multiple power supplies ramp up at same time and same rate, protecting ASICs, processors, and other circuitry from lock-up or more severe damage. Following successful ramp-up, remote sense switches allow regulators to close loop around MOSFETs and compensate for voltage drop. Adjustable electronic circuit breaker monitors primary supply for over-current faults. Threshold accuracy is ±1%.

Linear Technology Corp.    Milpitas, CA 95035
Nov 03, 2003 Model LTC5532 RF Power Detector monitors and controls applications in wireless communication transceivers. It has on-chip, temperature-compensated Schottky diode for RF detection and is factory trimmed to measure RF signals from 300 MHz to 7 GHz. RF input signal range is -32 to +8 dBm. Model LTC5532 employs peak-detection architecture, providing stable DC output voltage as function of RF input power. It can be powered from 2.7-6 V supply and draws 500 µA.

Silent Knight    Maple Grove, MN 55369 4927
Oct 31, 2003 Six-zone Model 5104 provides digital fire reporting over telephone lines. It can be used as stand-alone system or incorporated into existing system. As stand-alone unit, it monitors sprinkler systems for waterflow, supervisory, and gate valve tamper conditions. Unit offers fuseless overload protection with automatic reset circuitry and fault indicator. Dual phone line interface automatically self-tests every 24 hr with report sent to central station.