AMETEK Test & Calibration Instruments    Largo, FL 33773
Dec 23, 2004 Liquid baths ATC140A/B and ATC250A/B are fitted with 6.3 in. deep, 2.5 in. dia well that can be used as dry-block calibrator and liquid calibration bath with magnetic stirrer. They have aluminum outer casings with die-cast tops and bottoms, dual-zone heating block, and independently controlled zones. Function keys let users select switch test or auto-stepping functions, and backlit display provides information on status of unit and calibration.

Testing Machines, Inc.    Islandia, NY 11749
Dec 23, 2004 Lab Master® Z-Directional Tensile Tester determines internal bond strength to 113 kg with 4.5 g resolution and ±0.02% FS accuracy. Position is measured and controlled with 0.1 µm resolution and 0.2 µm repeatability. By applying force in Z-direction until ply separation occurs, peak force can be measured. Curves are generated by thousands of data points per test to obtain material’s properties. Tester conforms to TAPPI T 541 and exceeds ISO 7500-1 Class 0.5 requirements.

Diagraph Corp.    St. Charles, MO 63304
Dec 23, 2004 TampTenna encodes Class 1 RFID tags, regardless of antenna shape and package form factor, and handles Alien tag designs as well as UPM Rafsec Butterfly tags. Typical encoding time to erase, program, and verify 64-bit tag is 160 mS. For 96-bit tag, time rises to 200 mS. Throughput capabilities enable product to print, encode, and apply up to 50 products/min with 4 x 6 in. label, and programming can be done while tamp pad is in flight to product.

Control Company    Friendswood, TX 77546
Dec 22, 2004 NIST Traceable® Precision Barometer measures atmospheric pressure from 954-1,073 mbar and 28.1-31.7 in. of mercury with resolution of 0.05 in. Hg. Accuracy is ±0.5% of reading. Housed in corrosion-proof, nickel-chrome case, unit features adjustable pointer that may be set to indicate changes. Barometer measures 4.5 in. diameter and includes altitude adjustment screw, notched desk stand, and wall mount.

Ophir Optronics, Inc.    Danvers, MA 01923
Dec 22, 2004 Model PD10-pJ offers energy scales from 100 nJ to 200 pJ, as well as pulse rates up to 4,000 Hz. It can make energy measurements as low as 10 pJ. Unit features spectral response of 0.19-1.1 µm, max pulse width of 50 µs, and max average power density of 5 Wcm², with damage threshold of 0.1 J/cm². It is compatible with Nova, Nova II Handheld, LaserStar, Dual Channel LaserStar, and Orion-PE Handheld smart displays.

Malvern Instruments Ltd    Malvern Worcestershire WR14 1XZ  United Kingdom
Dec 22, 2004 Bohlin rheometers are available with v6.40 software, which incorporates flexible data analysis setup and automation. Software also includes multi-wave test mode, which involves application of multiple frequencies. Analysis routines, built into software, include template wizard, model fitting capabilities, Time Temperature Superposition analysis, and data manipulation routines. Automated peak and valley determination wizard is also provided.

Waldmann Lighting Co.    Wheeling, IL 60090-6051
Dec 21, 2004 Model ESD Omnivue features conductive coatings and static dissipative materials and coatings, which eliminate static discharge. Three 9 W, 5,000 K compact fluorescent lamps provide 27 W of light from top and both sides of magnifier, or 18 W of side-to-side lighting. Three-diopter, fully rotational magnifier lens provides precise positioning to eliminate glare. Spring-loaded base and arm allow light adjustment.

Taylor Hobson, Inc.    West Chicago, IL 60185
Dec 21, 2004 Talysurf CLI Systems provide 3D surface profiling, as well as mechanical and analytical capabilities for 2D measurements. Models CLI 2000, 1000, and 500 offer measuring envelopes of 200, 100, and 50 mm, respectively. Chromatic Length Aberration Gauge, Laser Triangulation Gauge, and Inductive Gauge units are available to meet user requirements. Talysurf CLI Systems are suited for processes that require precision control of shape, texture, or surface microstructures.

AMETEK U.S. Gauge    Feasterville, PA 19053
Dec 21, 2004 All-welded process gauge and diaphragm seal assembly consists of SOLFRUNT 1981 process gauge with stainless steel internals mounted and welded onto M&G diaphragm seal, which is available with 316L stainless steel or Hastelloy C wetted parts. Design with seamless Bourdon tube provides minimal leak paths. Standard units have female top for instrument connection and NPT male bottom for process connection.

OTEK Corp.    Tucson, AZ 85714
Dec 20, 2004 Requiring 5 Vdc at 500 µA, Model 518 features 3.5 digit LCD display and NEMA 3 housing with NEMA 4X optional. Flat Pack design needs only 3/8 in. hole through panel to make wire connections behind panel. Featuring single IC construction, meter offers auto zero, auto polarity, and 1,000 Meg input impedance. It is suited for portable and stationary harsh environment applications.

Alliance Scale Inc.    Canton, MA 02021
Dec 20, 2004 Alliance Truck Scales feature modular Survivor® EZ Steel Deck, which is 3/16 in. plate supported by 12 in. high beams and offering 2–65 deflection factor. Incorporating 4–12 load cells, scales can include range of digital weight indicators and displays. Units are offered in lengths from 10–117 ft and widths of 10–14 ft. Made to withstand harsh weather, they have epoxy primer, hard-coat alkyd enamel finish, and asphalt coating applied to interior and underside.

DiagnoSYS    Petersfield GU32 3QH  United Kingdom
Dec 20, 2004 ScanPoint 50 Inline Automated Optical Inspection System detects manufacturing defects such as positional, missing, skewed, misplaced, incorrect device, incorrect polarity, solder, and lead defects. Dual lighting delivers capability of inspecting laser marks on ICs and SOT devices. TestVue32 software imports CAD or pick and place data facilitating creation of board programs. Vu-Point image comparison software enables inspection of low volume assemblies without programming.

Modern Process Equipment, Inc.    Chicago, IL 60623
Dec 17, 2004 Bringing control to particle size reduction, IMD 888 Gran-U-Lizerâ„¢ employs design that eliminates creation of fines, provides uniform particle size, and offers flexibility on final grind targets. It delivers narrow particle size distribution and uses continuous roller-style grinding method that eliminates downstream classification systems. Materials of construction vary from carbon to stainless steel for various levels of FDA requirements.

Goal Semiconductor Inc.    Montreal, QC H3B 1H4  Canada
Dec 17, 2004 Using high-voltage silicon process, HVDAC 200 is based on 9-bit current DAC architecture and operates in current or voltage mode. Output range is controlled by reference input, and each channel includes 5-bit output offset adjustment and current limitation circuit. Overall output range is adjustable from 20–200 V, and communication is executed serially via SPI interface with signal retransmission feature. Integral temperature sensor protects against overheating.

Greenlee Textron, Inc.    Rockford, IL 61109
Dec 16, 2004 Featuring safety rating of Category III 300 V, Model PDMM-20 offers autoranging function that provides measurement of voltage and resistance. Non-contact voltage detection identifies live lines without contacting conductors. Low impedance feature eliminates stray or ghost voltage readings. Unit includes intelligent auto-off, low battery indicator, audible continuity test, and 6,000 count LCD panel.

Thermo Electron Corporation    Ecublens CH-1024  Switzerland
Dec 16, 2004 Designed to run simultaneously with x-ray fluorescence and optical emission spectrometers, ARL SMS-3000 enables twin analysis by integrating both analytical techniques in one system. System also enables double OES configuration. Suited for sample analysis in metals and mining industries, it features CRS F3 robot, which manipulates samples up to 1.2 kg at speeds to 4 m/sec. Single screen provides access to sample tracking and user functions.

Microchip Technology, Inc.    Chandler, AZ 85224 6199
Dec 16, 2004 PICDEMâ„¢ Z 2.4 GHz Demonstration Kit supports ZigBeeâ„¢ protocol, providing evaluation and development platform with hardware, software source-code, and PCB layout files needed to prototype wireless products. Kit is based on PIC18LF4620 microcontroller, with integrated nanoWatt Technology power-managed modes, 64 Kbytes flash program memory, and analog, control, and communications peripherals. Platform also incorporates Chipcon's CC2420 2.4 GHz RF transceiver.

Pepperl + Fuchs, Inc.    Twinsburg, OH 44087 2245
Dec 16, 2004 Series RHI58 features 58 mm diameter housing with mounting profile of less than 2 in. Hollow shaft configuration allows encoders to be mounted to application's shaft without couplings, while torque rest prevents rotation. Models come with pulse outputs up to 5,000 ppr, max frequency of 200 kHz, and choice of 3 or 6 outputs and cable connection. Additional features include 10 or 12 mm diameter shaft bore, alarm output, and 10-30 Vdc or 5 Vdc power.

Pepperl + Fuchs, Inc.    Twinsburg, OH 44087 2245
Dec 16, 2004 CorrTran Transmitters satisfy Class I, Division 2 hazardous location applications. They allow users to monitor effectiveness of corrosion inhibitors online, and detect and correct corrosion issues through upkeep and preventive maintenance. Units feature 2-wire, loop-powered 4-20 mA signal with HART protocol. Through these signals, general corrosion or pitting of pipe or vessels can be detected. Various probe styles and materials are available.

Advanced Thermal Solutions Inc.    Norwood, MA 02062
Dec 16, 2004 Model ATVS-NxTâ„¢ hot wire anemometer is a portable scanner that measures temperature from -30 to 150°C and air velocity from 0–51 m/s for thermally characterizing electronic packages. Operating with embedded PC, unit includes 8 Gb hard drive, CD/RW drive, and Ethernet connections, allowing operation over Internet. It supports up to 32 sensors for simultaneous, single-point measurements. StageVIEW-NxTâ„¢ software is provided for data acquisition and reporting.