ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom - Material Handling & Storage

Workholding System is designed for Kurt 8 in. vises.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:30:06 -0500

Capable of holding 5 or 8 parts in single clamping, Hydramax(TM) Workholding System features common channel that equalizes pressure against all of individual pistons, so equal pressure is applied to all parts. Users can load parts and single stroke of vise handle provides independent clamping of each piston. Featuring aluminum jaw for quick pocket machining, system utilizes hydraulic pressure for clamping, eliminating need for any hydraulic connections to make.

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Centerline Conveyor is designed for carton size changeovers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:30:02 -0500

Centerline Conveyor for Inkjet Printing Systems moves printheads and guide rails in and out with one crank adjustment handle, reducing changeover time between carton sizes. It handles carton widths from 10.5-25.5 in. and can be used with Hi-Resolution Inkjet, DOD Valvejet, or Continuous Inkjet Printers. Unit offers standard speed of 65 fpm, with other speeds available and option of variable speed. Overall conveyor length is 6 ft x 46 in. (cranked in) or 6 ft x 61 in. (cranked out) wide.

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Casters provide mobility for height-restricted equipment.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:29:48 -0500

Made to support and move heavy equipment, Faultless Low Profile casters feature precision, hardened ball bearings in hardened upper and lower raceway. Hardened upper raceway provides top performance under maximum rated loads, allowing each caster to support 200-1,200 lb. Available in 1 5/8, 2, 2 ½, 2 5/8, and 3 in. dia, wheels are made from high-impact glass-filled nylon, polypropylene, and hard rubber. Uses include copiers, data storage units, large printers, and medical equipment.

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Weighing Bottles minimize tare weight requirements.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:29:46 -0500

Supplied with airtight, push-on lids, Kartell Weighing Bottles are autoclavable and reusable translucent products that help reduce tare weight correction requirements. Tops can be squeezed to assist pouring, and there are no internal shoulders. Resistant to acid attack, bottles (codes 6115-0001 through -0007) come in sizes ranging from 20-360 ml with ODs from 30-70 m and heights from 29-118 mm. Tare weights range from 8-40 g.

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Vacuum Lifter features hydraulic powered tilter.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 07:51:43 -0500

Capable of handling steel fabrications up to 10,000 lb without chains or slings, High Capacity Vacuum Lifter & Tilter has all-steel welded frame with 2 hydraulic cylinders that rotate loads from horizontal to vertical position using fully integrated remote controls. It is equipped with 8 vacuum suction pads, each measuring 19 x 25 in., and 4 spring suspensions. Other features include electric vacuum pump, vacuum reservoir, check valve, vacuum gages, and safety audio-visual alarms.

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Zinc Die-Cast Adjustable Lever has secure clamping force.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 07:49:17 -0500

Available in metric sizes and made of steel components, tapped type Zinc Die-Cast Adjustable Levers are produced with clamping area that is linked via thrust pad to the bearing and screw. Zero movement on contact area between lever and component helps reduce any marking on clamping area. Handles are available in either matte black pebbled finish or in optional colors including orange, red, gray, chrome plated, silver, or uncoated.

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Accumulating Conveyors feature bi-directional dual path.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:38:38 -0500

Providing accumulation and single file feed at same time, SmartMove® dual path conveyors combine slewing accumulator with side-to-side transfer system to virtually eliminate log jams. Available in widths up to 30 in., anodized extruded aluminum conveyors have safety yellow snap-link and self-lubricating, rodless belting that runs without tensioners to provide maintenance free operation. Conveyors suit bottling, capping, medical, cosmetics, and automation applications.

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Dispensing Syringes are designed for CTC autosamplers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:38:36 -0500

Available for all GC and HPLC PAL instruments, C-Line Syringes feature cemented needle design which eliminates all interaction between the sample and glued surface. Inert plunger tip material provides chemical resistance, while color-coded needle gauge indicator and flange design ensure proper installation and operation. Units are available in volumes from 5-1,000 µL.

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Pressure-Blast Cabinet offers direct pressure media delivery.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:38:30 -0500

With interior dimensions of 60 x 60 x 60 in., Model 10/P holds 1.5 cu-ft of shot or grit and accommodates large components or bulky fabrications. Cabinet has 2 sets of armholes and is supplied with turntable to facilitate access during blasting operations. Turntables up to 48 in. in diameter are available with weight capacity from 500-2,000 lb. Cyclone reclaimer is installed on top of media delivery stack-up to separate dust and fines from recirculated blast media.

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Label and Printer Applicators utilize vacuumized drum.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:38:26 -0500

With vacuumized drum, Label-Aire® 3139/15 Wipe-On and 3139/38 Printer Applicators can apply labels around any corner or 2 labels on adjacent panels. Model 3138-N, featuring built-in label unwind and rewind, is suited for one-to-one print and apply, allowing for immediate application of each label as it is printed. Pre-printed labels are applied utilizing Model 3115 as label dispenser. Both RFID-configurable units include swing arm that can be set for cartons or pallets.

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Software Suite promotes enterprise visibility.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:38:23 -0500

Integrating location-based systems data (GPS, RFID) with static and dynamic information about people, equipment, vehicles, assets, and infrastructure, OmniLocation provides public and private sector companies with visibility to improve safety, security, and efficiency of their employees and operations. Real-time location and status of assets in motion or at rest through can be monitored via one interactive, real-world Web interface using Google Earth products and Web 2.0 methods.

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Label Printer/Applicator can withstand harsh environments.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 07:42:48 -0500

Model 250 Label Printer Applicator comes in Nema 4 rated, 12 ga SS enclosure which comes equipped with removable door for label application operations, and hinged front/back panels for easy access to print engine, operator controls, and media loading. It has 12.5 in. unwind, can accommodate labels up to 7 x 12 in., and has stroke length up to 12 in. with heavy duty cylinder. U-Arm, with cork/rubber seals at junction, is mounted on outside of enclosure.

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High Speed Feeders handle light, bulky materials.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 07:42:44 -0500

Available in 8 models, AC-operated High Speed Feeders offer feed rates from 40-600 cu-ft/hr. Rate is adjusted by variable transformer or solid-state controllers to enable trouble-free handling of bulk materials from ounces to several tons per hour. Quick-stopping characteristic assures accurate handling of materials in mixing, weighing, batching packaging, and bagging operations.

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Dispenser issues 4 simultaneous single component doses.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 07:42:43 -0500

Minimizing waste and material needed, SingleMultiple Dispenser can dispense single component material up to 4 times simultaneously at varying ratios. Unit includes ViscoTec's Perfectly Dosed Progressing Cavity Pumps to ensure pulse-free dispense while featuring ability to integrate with robotics to optimize accuracy and repeatability.

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Shuttle utitlizes RFID technology.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 07:42:26 -0500

Designed for Montrac transport system, self-moving shuttle with integrated RFID read/write unit runs along maintenance-free monorail track with speeds up to 30 m/min. Product lying on shuttle is provided with transponder that contains information about product's route along track. While on shuttle, transponder is written through Intelligent Routing Module by serial interface. When transponder is outside Montrac system, it can be written using standard RFID unit.

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Motorized Tilt Truck has 500-1,000 lb load capacity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:37:25 -0500

Featuring drive speed of 1-3 mph to cover variety of terrain, Motorized Tilt Truck offers up to 5 hr or 15 miles of operation on single charge. It has ergonomic steering handle with 2 paddle controls that can only be operated with two hands, making it safer to steer and maneuver. With structural foam construction and hinged frame design, truck facilitates material handling in theme parks, stadiums, convention centers, airports, and manufacturing facilities.

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Motorized Material Handling Cart hauls up to 2,500 lb loads.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:37:23 -0500

Able to maneuver in tight areas with operator riding on or walking beside it, WagonCaddyRW is suited for moving heavy equipment, materials, and parts in manufacturing, distribution/warehousing, hospital/hotel, and office environments. Variable speed thumb twist lets operator travel at speeds from 0-3 mph forward or backward, and battery-powered 36 V motor can perform without re-charging for 8 hr shift or longer. Multiple options are available.

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BOD Bottles meet Class A borosilicate glass specifications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:37:22 -0500

Available in packs of 6 and cases of 24, BOD bottles are manufactured from borosilicate tubing and suited for incubating diluted samples of clean water, wastewater, effluent water, and polluted water during 5-day biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) test. Flared mouth forms water seal to prevent ingress of air during incubation, and interchangeable glass pennyhead stoppers have tapered bottom that also prevents air entrapment.

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Recyclable Fiber Drum stores panel laminating adhesives.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:36:20 -0500

FIBRECYCLE K.E.G.(TM) (Keep Earth Green) Packaging Solution is 100% recyclable drum for PUR-FECT-LOK(TM) line of panel laminating adhesives. Maximizing storage space, lightweight fiber drum also insulates heated adhesive and does not conduct heat to surfaces, reducing risk of contact burns.

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Heavy-Duty Steel-Wheel Casters feature taper roller bearing.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:37:29 -0500

Designed for heavy-duty towing up to 4 mph, T Series kingpin-less casters tolerate adverse working conditions such as heavy loading and traversing poor floor surfaces in industrial and institutional settings. They come in diameters of 6 in. (5,000 lb load capacity) and 8 in. (11,175 load capacity). Swivel models are fitted with oblong top plates, while rigid models have rectangular top plates. Options for swivel models include hand-operated wheel lock for parking, and directional lock.

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