Thermo Fisher Scientific
Waltham, MA 02454
Oct 06, 2009 With up to 2,000 measurement profile points and Hi-Res sensor, IPlus! measures weight or thickness in cast film extrusion, sheet extrusion, nonwovens, vinyl calendering, and extrusion coating applications. Operator interface facilitates use of this measurement and control system, which incorporates sensor technology and software. Optionally, AutoDie Profile Control's (APC) non-linear mapping capabilities help reduce scrap or non-conforming product.

Solar Metrology
Holbrook, NY 11714
Sep 28, 2009 Utilizing X-ray fluorescence, it-situ System SMX-ISI provides composition and thickness measurements for thin film solar PV metal film stacks on flexible roll to roll substrates such as stainless steel, aluminum, and polyimide or rigid substrates such as float glass. Typical measurement applications include Mo thickness and all CIGS combinations. System can be integrated into any vacuum deposition tool, vacuum process station, or point of vacuum process line.

Mitutoyo America Corp.
Aurora, IL 60504
Sep 01, 2009 IP67-rated Digimatic Hook Style Depth Gage features hook positioned perpendicular to end of main scale, enabling depth gage jaws to securely affix to lips or other projections. Dustproof, chipproof, and coolantproof protection promotes .0005 in. resolution and ±.0015 in. accuracy at depth range of .4-8.4 in. Featuring stainless steel construction with hardened and micro-lapped measuring faces, gauge has mounting holes in base, and wider extension bases are available.

BYK Gardner USA
Columbia, MD 21046 2729
Aug 03, 2009 Offering measuring range to 120 mil for Fe and NFe substrates, one-handed byko-test 4500 requires no cable or calibration when changing from ferrous to non-ferrous substrates. It has integrated, non-wearing ruby probe tip to protect probe and surface of measured area. Ready to use instrument comes with carrying case with zero plates, calibration certificate, operating instructions, and batteries.

LayTec GmbH
Berlin   Germany
Jul 07, 2009 Designed for in-line use, SolR is capable of monitoring film thickness of all layers throughout thin-film photovoltaic process, including transparent conducting oxide, absorber, and buffer layers. System is available in various editions for copper indium gallium selenide and CdTe-based thin-film solar cell processes. It is compatible with in-line and roll-to-roll processes and works on all different kinds of substrates and PV cell designs.

FRT Of America, LLC
Wallingford, CT 06492
Jun 19, 2009 MicroSpy FT non-destructively measures coatings that are transparent or semi-transparent in Vis and NIR light spectrums. With 3D film thickness mapping mode, it allows thickness measurement of entire coating areas to be visualized and evaluates evenness of film thickness distribution as well as classical point and profile measurements on coating. Selection of 9 sensor types with various light sources, measuring spot sizes, and thickness measuring ranges offer measurement flexibility.

Solar Metrology
Holbrook, NY 11714
Mar 06, 2009 Featuring 600 x 1,200 mm lateral X/Y range of measurement, SMX-FPV is designed for near-line film composition and thickness control of CIGS and CdTe film stacks. It also provides process control of active, contact, and TCO layers. Detailed analysis of full photovoltaic panels is possible, including copper and gallium ratio determination as well as panel gradient analysis. Areas of use include research and process development, in-process monitoring, and post-process QC.

Electromatic Equipment Co., Inc.
Cedarhurst, NY 11516
Feb 09, 2009 With measuring range of 0.025-19.999 in. and resolution of .001 in., TI-25S ultrasonic wall thickness gauge comes pre-programmed with sonic velocities for aluminum 2024, stainless steel 303, steel 4340, cast iron, Plexiglass, PVC, polystyrene and polyurethane. It is switch selectable between English or metric units and displays results in inches, inches/microsecond, millimeters and meters/second. Alkaline or NiCad battery in unit provide power for up to 200 hr of use.

Mettler Toledo, Inc.
Columbus, OH 43240
Dec 05, 2008 Digital sensors feature ISM® (Intelligent Sensor Management) technology, which minimizes installation, maintenance, and calibration efforts. Integrated chip in sensor head stores all relevant sensor parameters and algorithms for sensor diagnostics, accelerating start-up when connecting to transmitter. ISM® technology also allows for predictive maintenance, and actual process conditions are monitored continuously. Measurement signal is evaluated directly in sensor.

Fischer Technology Inc.
Windsor, CT 06095
Nov 03, 2008 Combining 2 physical measurement methods, DUALSCOPE® FMP100 calculates thickness for non-magnetic coatings on ferrous substrate materials and electrically non-conducting coatings on NF-metals. Configuration options promote clear presentation of results, and user can create application-specific interfaces and printform templates. While USB port enables connection to external keyboard, printer, or PC, software is provided for managing measurement application and configuring instrument.

DeFelsko Corp.
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
Sep 16, 2008 PosiTector 6000 facilitates compliance with International Maritime Organization Performance Standard for Protective Coatings (IMO PSPC) regulation for seawater ballast tanks in all types of ships and double-side skin spaces on bulk carriers. After target thickness value is entered, product indicates PASS/FAIL condition for each measurement taken. PosiSoft software and USB cable are included for downloading reports with thickness criteria, readings, and PASS/FAIL statements.

Wilkens-Anderson Co. (WACO)
Chicago, IL 60651
Aug 14, 2008 Suited for can diameters from 2-3 in., Seam Thickness Gauge features special design which aligns position of digital indicator precisely with chuck wall angle, and offers accurate seam thickness measurement with .0005 in. resolution. Measurement readings can be transferred automatically into WACO® Accuseam system.

DeFelsko Corp.
Ogdensburg, NY 13669
Jul 03, 2008 PosiTector® 6000 offers SSPC PA2 feature set in memory models that helps determine if film thickness over extended area conforms to user-specified Min and Max levels. Through PA2 Setup menu, user can specify Min and Max thickness, number of readings in one spot, number of spots in batch, and allowable deviance. Stored results can be viewed on display, modified, or deleted, and formatted printout can be sent to optional IR printer. Results can also be downloaded to PC via USB cable.

Automation U.S.A., Inc.
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Mar 18, 2008 MI Fe 500 µm Coating Thickness Measuring Instrument is pen-shaped probe for measurements of thin coatings on both normal and small parts like screws, small machine parts, rings, braces, nails, beams, or studs. Operating with Magnetic Inductive principle, it measures non-ferromagnetic coatings as well as lacquer, enamel, or plastic coatings on steel substrate. It is also available with coating thickness gauge stand.

Oxford Instruments
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Feb 07, 2008 Combining X-ray tube and large LN2 free detector, X-Strata980 measures small areas of complex samples and delivers limits of detection in single digit ppms. It performs analysis and characterization of multi-layer coatings, SAC alloys, µPPF, and solar panels. With high resolution detector, product can identify, quantify, and differentiate neighboring elements. Unit can measure features as small as 150 microns in size. Users can choose empirical/fundamental parameter calibration.

Sensory Analytics, LLC
Greensboro, NC 27407
Jan 15, 2008 Featuring 5-axis capabilities, SpecMetrix® RA Coating Quality Assurance Cell can measure films and wet/dry coatings over any substrate, material, and color. Designed for packaging, aerospace, electronics, and medical device industries, automated system helps measure barrier and protective coatings, over-varnish, inside spray, primer, and performance coatings. Integrated with SensorMetric(TM) software, it enables real-time measurement and automated recording/storage of data.

Automation U.S.A., Inc.
Gettysburg, PA 17325
Nov 16, 2007 QNix®8500 supports bi-directional wireless communication with PC via support for QNix® SAT thumb-sized wireless radio probe. It accommodates interchangeable probes with 200 mil max measuring range and offers multiple calibration options. Available with and without memory, system does not require calibration but allows for customized measurements. Software is available for transfer to and evaluation of data in Excel as well as gauge configuration.

Electromatic Equipment Co., Inc.
Cedarhurst, NY 11516
Oct 31, 2007 CHECKLINE® TI-CMX automatically measures wall thickness from one side and eliminates any coating thickness from measurement, allowing users to locate fine corrosion and pitting without removing coating. Along with 5 user-selected operating modes, temperature-compensated unit features oversized backlit LCD that displays graphics and codes that show all critical settings. Data-logging model, TI-CMXDL, adds built-in memory with RS-232 output for transferring data to printer or PC.

Keyence Corporation of America
Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07675
Oct 24, 2007 Designed for automatic in-line measurement applications, IP67-rated GT incorporates linear ball bearing Air-Push spindle tip that pneumatically extends and retracts for each measurement cycle, eliminating wear and abrasion damage. All measurements are performed in GT amplifier requiring no PLC or external data processing. Available in DIN rail-mounted and panel-mounted configurations, device includes red/green multibar LED indicator that provides Go/No-Go output.

Pepperl+Fuchs
Twinsburg, OH 44087
Oct 10, 2007 Measuring 8 mm in dia, IP67 protected ultrasonic thru-beam proximity sensors feature teach-in input mode and offer sensing range from 20-60 mm, with optimal sensing range of 45 mm. Splice sensors detect presence or absence of glue, splices, bondings, or base material. Label detectors are used in automatic detection of labels and carrier materials, while double sheet detectors help identify 0, 1, or 2 sheets of material with weights ranging from 10-2,000 g/m².