Unitek Miyachi Lasers    Monrovia, CA 91017 7133
Feb 03, 2003 Nd:YAG Models LW300A and LW400A offer average output power from 300–400 W. They feature real-time power feedback, 20-segment pulse shaping, power ramp-up and ramp-down, and removable touchscreen-controlled pendant. Up to 4 built-in fiber outputs can be configured in Time Share and/or Energy Share modes so critical applications can be addressed using one or more workstations located up to 30 m apart. Lasers provide deep penetration, hermeticity, and high repetition rates.

Miller Electric Mfg. Co.    Appleton, WI 54912 1079
Feb 03, 2003 SuitCase(TM) 8RC and 12RC remote voltage-control wire feeders weigh between 22.5 and 25 lb, permit wire spools in 8 and 12 in. sizes, and perform MIG and flux-cored welding with wires from .023 to 5/64 in. in dia. They are suited for construction, manufacturing, and shipbuilding applications.

Lincoln    St. Louis, MO 63120 1578
Jan 29, 2003 Pipeliner® 200D, with all-copper windings, is powered by 4-cylinder, water-cooled Perkins 104.22 engine. It provides 200 A of DC power at 60% duty cycle as tested at 104°F, allowing for welding up to 7/32 in. low hydrogen electrodes. Capable of performing stick and TIG welding and arc gouging, unit has DC generator that provides 1,750 W of DC auxiliary power. Offerings include automatic shutdown protection, indicator gauges, engine hour meter, and 15 gal fuel capacity.

Lincoln Electric Company, Inc., The    Cleveland, OH 44117
Jan 27, 2003 Stick, TIG, wire, and pipe-welding Rangerâ„¢ 305D has enclosed case, Chopper Technologyâ„¢, and 12 gal fuel tank. Powered by 3-cylinder Kubota® D722 diesel engine, it delivers 9,500 continuous W of 120/240 Vac generator power. Multi-process 300 A dc diesel-engine drive welder offers arc-control adjustment, plus fuel pump with air-bleed system that eliminates manual air bleeding if tank is run dry.

Sesco Products Group    Sterling Heights, MI 48310
Jan 27, 2003 Model CSF handles coil weights from 10,000–60,000 lb and up to 120,000 psi yield material. It accommodates material thicknesses of .040–.750 in. Main unit consists of 1 set of feed rolls, 7 straightening rolls, and 1 set of input threading rolls. Multi-pitch gear train directly drives upper and lower feed rolls throughout feeding process. Solid steel 2-roll coil rest supports and pays off material.

Malcom Co., Inc. (Distributor of LEISTER Hot Air Tools)    Tiverton, RI 02878
Jan 22, 2003 Semi-automatic Leister® TriacDrive Overlapp Welding Tool features motorized hand-steered drive with knurled steel roller that allows constant nozzle position and speed to assure consistent seam weld at speeds to 10 fpm. Triac S hot air tool provides adjustable temperatures from 70 to 1400°F and air speed control to 8 cfm. Designed for vertical and horizontal use, tool is suitable for seam-welding roofing membranes, tarps, liners, and banners.

Sonics & Materials, Inc.    Newtown, CT 06470
Jan 14, 2003 Wide Bed Linear Vibration Welder offers 72 in. wide, 2-speed, variable-force hydraulic lift table and industrial computer with 10.4 in. operator touch panel. Windows™-based software interfaces with Allen-Bradley PLC. System is capable of welding by time, distance, or energy. Weld-graph screen charts wattage, energy, and distance trending. Variable output frequency range is 200–250 Hz and amplitude range is .040–.070 in.

PHD, Inc.    Fort Wayne, IN 46899
Jan 08, 2003 Series PB Clamps employ hardened helical spline with 3 hardnened drive balls. Two sizes with left and right rotations are available. Adjustable rear plug allows arm position to be adjusted up to 90° at installation. Rod weld cover protects cylinder rod and bearing areas from weld splatter during clamping. Two switch grooves on all sides ease cable routing. Switches mount flush with outside of body providing clean, protected profile.

Thermadyne Industries, Inc.    St. Louis, MO 63017
Jan 06, 2003 Inverter arc welding power supplies for portable STICK, TIG, and MULTI-PROCESS construction and maintenance welding duties include nine models that range in weight from 19-63 lb. Units include Voltage Reduction Device to reduce OCV when power supply is not in use. Push button control panel with digital meter is weather protected for construction and maintenance environments while cases are stackable.

Bug-O-Systems, Inc.    Pittsburgh, PA 15204-1899
Dec 20, 2002 POKKI pipe welding manipulator secures awkward and odd shaped pipe assemblies in desired welding position, then rapidly releases and repositions as welding progresses. Work can be done with operator sitting or standing. Telescopic rotating base can be adjusted to desired height by hydro-pneumatic cylinder. Total stroke is 16 in.

Sonobond Ultrasonics    West Chester, PA 19380
Dec 20, 2002 RingMaster(TM) Filter Bag Machine attaches filtration media to rigid plastic circular frames, using three 20 kHz ultrasonic modules and 1500 W power supplies. Three welding heads are spaced 120° apart around center fixture. Two-step process, which results in complete 360° weld between bag and plastic ring, is completed in less than 10 sec. Machine includes Bosch enclosure with opening for loading and unloading parts, built-in STI light curtain, and Banner Opto-Touch(TM) buttons.

Miller Electric Mfg. Co.    Appleton, WI 54912 1079
Dec 19, 2002 Offering peak generator power of 10,000 W, Bobcatâ„¢ 250 D NT incorporates 3-cylinder, 18.8 hp, liquid-cooled diesel engine. On job sites, unit can also serve as back-up power source for running floodlights and tools that require electrical power. Constructed with heavy-duty parts and without PC boards, full casing protects components from accidental impact and harsh elements. CV-rated output of 250 A, 28 V at 100% duty cycle allows for use of solid or flux cored wires.

Dwyer Instruments, Inc.    Michigan City, IN 46361 0373
Dec 11, 2002 Series SAE hydraulic reservoir shut-off valve, for fluid-power industry, includes O-ring flange face seal that eliminates hydraulic fluid connection leaks. Design provides bubble-tight reservoir shut-off up to 25 psi and max temperature of 180°F. Optional Viton® O-ring seal provides max temperature up to 300°F. Flange sizes include 2, 2½, 3, 4, and 5 in. Open/close detent position lock can be infinitely positioned to achieve desired flow rate.

Unitek Miyachi Lasers    Monrovia, CA 91017 7133
Dec 11, 2002 Micron Series Laser Welder with CNC motion system provides sub-micron XY positional resolution of 100 nm and bi-directional repeatability of 500 nm. A Series pulsed Nd:YAG lasers produce focused spot sizes of 25 microns and incorporate pulse shaping for 20 programmable segments. Available models are MX40 for limited floor space; SMX40 for jobs that require long work envelopes; and MX60 for XY travel of up to 450 mm.

Dwyer Instruments, Inc.    Michigan City, IN 46361
Dec 09, 2002 Series SAE hydraulic reservoir shut off valves offer O-ring flange face seals that comply with S.A.E. J518 dimensional requirements. Products provide bubble tight reservoir shut off up to 25 psi and maximum temperature of 180°F (up to 300°F with optional Viton® O-ring seal). Flange sizes include 2, 2½, 3, 4, and 5 in. models. Suited for fluid power industry, units allow for adjustment by incorporating open/close detent position locks.

Leslie Controls, Inc.    Tampa, FL 33637
Dec 06, 2002 DigiValve Series consists of electric actuator mounted on high-capacity control valve. High-thrust, stall-proof motor provides positive positioning and prevents burnout. Digital Actuator Control allows automatic adaptation to valve stroke, characteristic adaptation and manual operation with input keys. DigiValve Series operates with analog signals 4-20 mA, 0–10 Vdc or Profibus DP. Manual handwheel is standard.

GSI Lumonics    Northville, MI 48167
Dec 05, 2002 Models JK401 and JK501 Nd:YAG systems offer 400 and 500 W peak power, respectively. SuperModulationâ„¢ technology momentarily doubles output intensity and allows user to control weld penetration, heat effected zones, cooling rates, kerf quality, cornering speeds, and burnback. Fiber-optic beam delivery system has built-in process detection and intuitive, self-protecting diagnostics. Multiplexing options, time-shares, and energy-shares are available.

Gullco International Inc.    Cleveland, OH 44146
Dec 04, 2002 Model WPG-250 universal, 3-jaw, self-centering gripper has clamping range of .38–15 in. Mountable on any make of positioner, its smooth close/open action uses lever to firmly lock and release workpiece. Ruggedly constructed, unit provides minimal reduction in positioner capacity.

Thermadyne Industries, Inc.    St. Louis, MO 63017
Dec 03, 2002 No. 140 gas metal arc welding wire withstands abrasion and elements in slurry type applications. Comprised of 40% tungsten-carbide particles in nickel-chrome-boron matrix, wire performs from 190-230 A with voltage range of 18-20 V. Microstructure makes 1/16 in. wire suitable for applications including dredge rotary cutter heads, pipe ID and filtering screens, drill bits and stabilizers, augers and rotors.

Miller Electric Mfg. Co.    Appleton, WI 54912 1079
Dec 01, 2002 Delta-Fab® MIG/flux cored welding system offers 375 A welding power at 100% duty-cycle, 50 to 500 A. Unit produces 10 to 45 open circuit volts to combat voltage drops when power source is stationed away from workspace. Acceptable wires include .035–.045 in. hard and stainless steel wires and 1/16 in. flux cored wires. Drive roll system provides positive feeding for wires .045 and larger and includes trigger hold, jog/purge, and run-in controls.