Andrew Roberts, Inc.
Natick, MA 01760
Jun 30, 2009 FDA-compliant ANROB 254-MDT features PTFE-glass fabric with aluminum foil backing and silicone adhesive to provide non-stick surface to heat seal against, or a slippery cover for chutes that transport foods or drugs. Available in ¼-39 in. W x 36 yd rolls, tape is 9 mils thick and operates at 500°F continuous. Providing protection against worn tape falling into polybag or package and going undetected, this foil-backed PTFE tape can be identified by metal detector.

Abbeon California, Inc.
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Jan 19, 2009 With transformer replaced by high-tech electronics, AZTC-20 electronic thermocutter cuts synthetic fabrics, plastic tubes, fiber optics, foam and similar materials that tend to crimp, serrate or unravel when cold cutters are used. Temperature in unit is controlled from zero to 1050ºF, while electrical current control switch allows selection of large blades. Cutting foot accessory lifts synthetic fabric or thin plastic off cutting surface before coming in contact with heated blade.

The Eraser Company, Inc.
Syracuse, NY 13221
Nov 20, 2008 Microprocessor-controlled MMC200 cuts round or flat material up to 3.94 in. wide and 5/8 in. thick and can be programmed to cut any length (in. or mm), with 1% or better tolerance. It is also programmable for up to 99 batches and 10 fixed feed rates. MMC200 is rated to cut up to 7,592, 2-in. pieces/hr through makerials such as copper wire and cable, silver solder, power cords, cellophane, fiberglass sleeving, latex, fabrics, belting, flat and ribbon cable, strapping, hosing and tubing.

Gerber Technology, Inc.
Tolland, CT 06084
Aug 07, 2008 Supplied with CutWorks® software for full automation, single-ply GERBERcutter® Models DCS3600/3600L include TargetVision digital camera technology for capturing detailed images of materials placed on cutting table. AutoMat System, which addresses requirements of specialized mat industry, uses scanner technology that recognizes where mat's carpet and rubber border meet. With longer cut window, Model DCS3600L enables manufacturers to cut pieces up to 10 ft in length between bites.

Gerber Scientific Products, Inc.
South Windsor, CT 06074
Jun 24, 2008 With programmable machine settings, GERBERcutter® Z7 multi-ply cutter helps maximize throughput and yield while cutting intricate shapes, multiple hole sizes, and notches. It is suited for full range of material types and thicknesses, including bi-laminate foams, technical textiles, and high-loft fabrics. Product targets automotive, aerospace, and technical textiles markets.

Atlas Material Testing Technology LLC
Chicago, IL 60613 1831
Nov 08, 2006 Designed to meet test parameters of textile industry, Ci3000+ Weather-Ometer and Fade-Ometer Systems include full color TFT touch screen display with intuitive icons. With single control system, operators can analyze instrument performance, monitor test parameters, and perform calibration procedures. Control includes sub-cycle repeat programming, full color trend plot screen, smart media card interface, and smart sensors that communicate status to touch panel at power-up.

NewSoft Technology Corporation
Fremont, CA 94538
Jan 26, 2006 Presto! digital converter transfers audio/video from any playback device with AV-out or S-Video-out, and simultaneously records to standard DVD without going through computer's hard drive. When burning to standard DVD+RW discs, user can continue to add clips from various sources to create extended video compilations until disc capacity is reached. Software allows users to choose between Record and Convert Mode, to record either selected segments or entire contents of videotape.

Balluff, Inc.
Florence, KY 41042-0937
Sep 27, 2002 One-piece BGL sensors for part location, height verification, and edge detection have pre-aligned optics integrated into metal fork-style body, allowing for plug-and-play installation. Resolution is 0.3 mm, repeatability is 0.02 mm, and hysteresis is less than 0.1 mm. Sensors are available in sensing gap slot sizes from 5 to 120 mm, are protected against short circuits/reverse polarity, and are user-selectable for NO or NC operation.

Balluff, Inc.
Florence, KY 41042-0937
Sep 27, 2002 HyperPROX 4X long-range proximity sensor incorporates on-board temperature compensation ICs that eliminate impact of temperature on sensing distance. Sensor may be mounted farther away from target, minimizing risk of mechanical damage. Applications include controlling, regulating, automating, positioning, and monitoring work processes in machine-tool, plastics, textile, and automotive industries (or anywhere processes must be automated).

Paul N. Gardner Co., Inc.
Pompano Beach, FL 33060 6608
Sep 27, 2002 SpectraLight® Jr provides multiple light sources for color matching and evaluation of color quality/uniformity. It uses filtered tungsten halogen daylight technology. Unit is equipped with 5 selectable light sources for various color evaluations and metamerism testing. Interior is made from low gloss, neutral-gray material. It includes push button membrane keypad, removable diffuser, and separate on/off control for UV source.

LMI Technologies Inc.
Southfield, MI 48075
Sep 26, 2002 Non-contact, laser-based, industrial gauging sensor, based on shadow measurement principle, is suitable for non-stationary, rubber, metalworking, aluminum, paper, textiles, and plastics applications. Class II Laser Beam Sensor (LBS) consists of emitter and receiver, and allows up to 3.3 ft distances between them. Measurement range varies from 0.02 to 1 in., accuracy is better than 0.5 percent at 10 kHz, and resolution is less than 0.1 percent of measurement range.

Avery Dennison, Fastener Div.
Framingham, MA 01702
Mar 12, 2002 Portable MicroTach(TM) hand tool inserts 0.172 in. T-End fasteners through fabrics and paper or cardboard packaging, replacing thread, pins and metal staples. Fasteners can hold 2 pieces of fabric tightly together or secure fabric to packaging. Tool is made of polycarbonate material for use in factory environments. It is available with brush anvil, which can serve as firm fastening application surface.