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Appliance Transaction Module enables control system migration.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:56 -0500

Using cATM-BLY90 Module, users can migrate legacy ABB Bailey Infi 90 or Network 90 DCS to ControlLogix PACs from Rockwell Automation. Once system data is available within ControlLogix PAC, Rockwell Automation applications such as FactoryTalk View SE can be used for visualization of data, alarming, and other functions. Module can process up to 5,000 blocks of data, and supports all existing DCS block functions including exception reporting, supervisory control, and system status monitoring.

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Sub-Micron Carbide End Mills work with difficult materials.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:46 -0500

Available with ¼, 3/8, ½, 5/8, ¾, or 1 in. cutting diameter, HXF and HXF-RN end mill series feature corner radii for strength and 7-14 high-helix angle flutes for smooth cutting and optimal finish. Geometries are engineered to cut steels and exotic materials, such as aerospace and medical titanium. While both versions are suited for roughing, slotting, and peripheral milling, HXF-RN series suits applications requiring extended reach into pockets or machining around obstructions.

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Plastic Razor Blade will not scratch surfaces.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:30:04 -0500

Designed to fit most traditional razor scrapers, knives, and cutters, double edged Safe Scrape Blade is suited for applications where steel razor blade will scratch surface underneath whatever scraper is removing. Blade can remove paint, adhesive, bugs, labels, caulk, and other materials without harming surface material. Applications include aerospace, window manufacturing, auto and vehicle refinishing and detailing, and building waterproofing.

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Plate Saws balance productivity and precision.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:27:08 -0500

Nishijimax NHC-850SQA and NHC-8310SQA, respectively designed for traverse sawing of plate and for sawing longitudinally, are fully automatic via programmable CNC. Saw spindle drive system results in 15-115 rpm blade speeds, and 21 hp induction motor drives saw blade spindle via reduction gearbox, which is controlled by FREQROL Inverter Drive. While NHC-850SQA can saw plate up to 3 in. thick and 24 in. wide, NHC-8310SQA handles plate up to 4 in. thick and 20 ft long.

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CNC Carbide Cutoff System offers 9 in. bar stock capacity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:33:16 -0500

Utilizing 25-70 rpm saw spindle drive system, Nishijimax NHC-230 can saw 9 in. round 1045 bar stock in 50 seconds and provide surface finishes from 40-80 RMS. System's 51 hp induction motor drives saw blade spindle via reduction gearbox. In addition to ensuring that precise feed rate is set automatically, NC saw spindle feed axis maintains input chip load. Saw blade feed rate is controlled via AC servo motor with encoder, programmable servo drive, and precision ball screw.

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Hammer Drill/Driver suits space-restricted applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:33:11 -0500

Cordless SB18 LT measures 8 13/16 in. long and features chuck that can be removed to drive screws with ¼ in. hexagon recessed spindle using accessory bit retainer. Powered by Li-Power Plus 18 V, 2.6 Ah battery, this 5.3 lb tool has aluminum die cast gear housing, Variospeed full-wave electronic speed control, and dual-range torque adjustment. Drilling capacity, with ½ in. chuck, is ½ in. for steel, 1 3/16 in. for wood, and 3/8 in. for concrete.

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Circular Cold Saw efficiently cuts large materials.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:44:57 -0500

Model HCS 150 Behringer Eisele Automatic Carbide Circular Cold Saw is designed specifically to cut materials up to 5.9 in. in dia for solid rounds and squares up to 5.3 in. in size. System cuts ferrous metals at 90° with carbide-tipped saw blades ranging from 14.1-18.1 in. in diameter. Controlled by PLC, unit can store numerically controlled program applications such as number of pieces to be cut, length, and discharge handling. Machine includes sorting device and automatic chip conveyor.

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Search for suppliers of: Carbide Tipped Saws | Cold Circular Sawing Machinery | Metal Cutting Circular Sawing Machinery

Machine Tool Rotary Axis Tester analyzes alignment and performance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:44:52 -0500

AxiSet(TM) Check-Up enables users of 5-axis machining centers and multi-tasking mill-turn machines to identify and report on poor machine alignments and geometry. After automated probing routines gather performance data from reference artefact, measurement results are output to PC where supplied Microsoft® Excel® spreadsheet presents analysis of data and compares machine performance with defined tolerances.

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Balancing Machine offers automatic mill correction.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:44:52 -0500

Featuring 2.2 x 2.4 x 1.3 m footprint, self-contained V100S Vertical Axis Balancing Machine provides 99.65% unbalance reduction ratio and is capable of handling any component weighing up to 100 kg that requires correction of unbalance by milling. Milling head delivers 300 Nm cutting torque, accommodates axial through radial positions, and cuts arc angles up to 180°. Capable of balancing in 1 or 2 planes, machine utilizes 10 in. air chuck with 2.5 micron repeatability.

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CNC Center-Drive Lathe features heavy-duty construction.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:33 -0500

Allowing critical surfaces at each end of part to be machined concentric to each other, 4-axis Center-Drive Lathe has one 12-station turret that machines front end of work piece, while second 12-station turret simultaneously machines back end. Lathe can be loaded manually, robot-loaded, or configured with automatic barfeed to produce finished parts from full-length raw material. Product is suited for production of oilfield tool joints, axle housings, and conveyor rollers.

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Cold Working Process increases tensile strength of metal parts.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:31 -0500

Featuring steel media mixture in high-energy vibratory machine, Vibra-Max(TM) utilizes dual drive system to introduce vibration into media to develop multi-axis coverage effect. Media is designed for process, and parts can be processed free run, fixture to machine, or fixture to earth. Designed to increase tensile strength of metal parts without distortion or changes to molecular structure of metal, process evenly compacts part surface for smooth, mirror-like finish.

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Miniature Ball Screws offer max speed of 4,500 rpm.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:31 -0500

Available with 0.5-3 mm leads, 5 mm Miniature Ball Screws come in 4 nut styles. Single nut Series 1112 has connecting thread without wipers, while single nut Series 1412 has double flange and wipers on both ends, and Series 1214 consists of cylindrical nut without wipers. Using end-cap ball returns manufactured from plastic rather than metal tubes, single nut Series 2422 is virtually noiseless. Applications include micromanipulators, miniature robotics, and compact actuators.

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Presses offer clamping force from 2.8-28 tons.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:31 -0500

Featuring 15 x 15 in. platen size, Triton Series includes high end controls for pressure and temperature ramping. PLC controller offers 3 in. touch screen and stores up to 10 programs. Operator controls include 2 clamp close buttons, clamp open, emergency stop, and power on/off. Guards include manual hinged front with magnetic safety switch interlock, sheet metal wrap that can be removed for maintenance access, and expanded metal windows.

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Heated Gate Cutter removes runners without leaving marks.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:31:56 -0500

Suited for cutting acrylic and other brittle plastic materials, Heated Gate Cutter helps to remove runners without leaving stress marks. Each Heated Cutter set includes replaceable heated blade, nipper, and heat controller. Ambient temperature blade provides smooth finish, and blades are replacable.

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CNC Engraving Toolholder is available in 20 mm size.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:31:56 -0500

With integrated collet that allows quick changes of engraving toolbits, 20 mm dia Spring Loaded Engraving Toolholder can be used in CNC machines with 20 mm collet or end mill holder and is designed for high-volume, high-speed production engraving. Collet can be changed to hold variety of engraving tool sizes in diameters of 1/8, 3/16, and ¼ in. and 4 and 6 mm. Spring Loaded Engraving Tools simplify engraving and marking on flat, curved, and uneven surfaces.

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Electromechanical Joining Modules facilitate press-fitting processes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:31:50 -0500

Used in standardized joining and press-fitting processes with force displacement monitoring, NC joining module NCFB Type 2160A integrates piezoelectric force sensor into case and offers choice of predefined 25 and 50 kN measuring ranges. Deep end points can be reached with 400 mm stroke, and speeds up to 150 mm/s shorten machine cycle. Use of absolute encoder eliminates need for reference point determination, while firmware aids force displacement evaluation.

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3G Cellular Router integrates Wi-Fi, GPS, telemetry.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:31:32 -0500

Enabling high-speed remote networking applications, Digi TransPort(TM) WR44 provides high-speed connectivity to remote devices by combining 3G cellular router, security, routing, Ethernet switch, GPS, telemetry, and Wi-Fi access point in one device. Diverse power options, multiple mounting options, local scripting, and security features provide application flexibility. Enterprise-class protocols ensure true auto sensing, auto failure, and auto recovery of any line drop.

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Auto Placer mounts chips on cut strips of taped parts.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:47 -0500

Aimed at OEMs that wish to prototype and perform short-run PCB assembly in-house, Model 7700-FV Pick-and-Place System provides precision needed for placement of advanced SMDs, including 0402 chip components, CSPs, BGAs, and fine pitch QFPs. Available in 3 versions, machine will accommodate cut strip feeders or filled reels of 8 and 12 mm tapes, along with standard holders for JEDEC trays and stick feeders.

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Thin Grooving and Micro Turning Tools have long-life design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:45 -0500

Ground from premium carbide grades for optimal tool life, UTILIS® Multidec 1600 series is capable of work under .125 in. dia utilizing insert widths from .0019-.108 in. thick with cutting edge repeatability within .0004 in. Geometries can be used for front turn, back turn, micro threading, and cut-off work. Full radius grooving and turning tools are offered in standard increments as well. Available with various coatings, tools accommodate holder shanks down to 7 mm.

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Waterjet Cutting System delivers full 3D capabilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:41 -0500

Designed to promote manufacturing accuracy, speed, and flexibility, Dynamic Waterjet® XD enables manufacturers to cut variety of intricate designs. Complex beveling and 3D cutting enable elaborate part work, while proprietary technology eliminates taper and other errors found on waterjet cut parts. Available on Mach 4 series, software lets users point and click to program cutting of any intricate shape, including 3D or bevel edge.

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