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Forklift has turning radius of 150 in.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 07:42:43 -0500

Offering 16,000 lb capacity, Model S160-4 features fulltime 4 wheel drive and 4 equal sized wheels. It is powered by 114 hp Dieselmax 444 Turbocharged Tier III diesel engine, and is coupled to fully automatic power-shift transmission. Axles feature enclosed wet disc brakes, and limited slip differentials for maximum traction and maneuverability. Standard features include frame leveling, tilt steering column with full instrumentation, and back-up alarm.

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Lifting Magnets handle flat and round materials.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 07:42:42 -0500

Constructed with Erium 3000 rare earth magnet material, Model XPL-30/24 has capacity rating of 3,000 lb on flat and 2,400 lb on round material and can handle round material of 4-15 in. dia. Capable of handling 6-18 in. dia material, XPL-50/40 has capacity of 5,000 lb on flat material and 3,700 lb on round material. Magnets are suited for machine shop operations such as loading and unloading of machining centers.

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Roller Cable Carriers are suited for crane applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 07:42:36 -0500

Developed for indoor/outdoor cranes as well as conveyor systems, System P4 exhibits minimal noise and wear at high speeds - even with loads up to 20 lb/ft. There is almost no weight limit due to center links, and each link has same pitch to minimize vibration in radius. Tested outdoors at speeds to 23 fps over distances of 400 ft, carriers have plastic bridges and grooves along surface so that upper run glides smoothly over lower run. Plastic rollers are firmly integrated into sides.

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Adhesive Melters are offered with dual stream pumps.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 07:42:25 -0500

AltaBlue(TM) TT systems featuring dual stream pumps can deliver variety of hot melt adhesives in applications requiring duplicate metered streams with optimal bead consistency and uniformity. Along with choice of 3 displacement dual stream pumps, melters offer variable-speed AC motors and key-to-line capability. Tubular Teflon®-coated tank eliminates dead corners and minimizes adhesive degradation, while control panel offers choice of programming methods and displays system status.

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Sanitary Bulk Bag Filler brings fill head to operator.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 07:42:23 -0500

Along with all-stainless construction finished to sanitary standards, Swing-Down(TM) has pivot-down fill head that enables operator to connect empty bags at floor level. Controls simultaneously lower and pivot fill head, stopping it in vertically oriented position that places bag inlet spout inflatable connection, inflator button, and 4 bag loop latches within reach of operator standing on plant floor. Optional features include vibratory decks and roller conveyor.

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Wedge Clamping Element offers secure hold in minimal space.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 07:39:26 -0500

Measuring 22 mm high, KSE 50-PDB ensures secure hold with max gripping force of 30 kN and angle compensation of ±3°. Workpieces with angled clamping faces can be securely held due to oscillating design of chuck jaws, and active pull-down effect ensures workpiece is also pulled against support. Product is suited for multiple clamping applications because 2 workpieces can be clamped using one wedge clamping element.

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High-Speed Machines fill, stopper, and crimp vials.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 07:39:20 -0500

Offered in models capable of handling 300-600 vials/min, servo-driven machines feature balcony design compliant with cGMP guidelines as well as complete separation of drive from filling area to optimize laminar airflow throughout stations. Type 550 achieves aseptic filling and stoppering of vials, while Type 551 crimping machine can be used directly inline with Type 550 or as stand-alone unit. Also, Type 550 offers choice of 4 dosing systems as well as in-process checkweighing.

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Heavy-Duty Casters have notches for easy installation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 07:36:18 -0500

Featuring either roller, taper roller, or precision ball bearing, H Series casters are available in diameters of 4, 5, 6, 6¼, 8, 10, and 12 in., with load capacities ranging from 330-3,300 lb. They use bolt-on style directional locks, which are bolted on underneath top plate, using top plate mounting bolts. Swivel models are fitted with oblong top plates, with wheel options including rubber tire, cast iron, phenolic, green rubber, steel, nylon, and standard polyurethane.

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Polyurethane Tires target AC lift trucks.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 07:36:14 -0500

Smoothy® line of polyurethane tires for electric lift trucks are designed to handle the higher speeds of AC lift trucks, minimizing heat buildup and eliminating internal flexing that can lead to deformities or cracks. They are manufactured using process that keeps them within 0.005 in. of round for smooth ride that minimizes truck vibration.

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RTLS Solution combines capacity and acuuracy.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 07:36:12 -0500

Accurate to 10 cm, ScenSor (Seek, Communicate, Execute, Network, Sense, Obey, Respond) can locate up to 11,000 assets within 20 m radius. This Ultra Wide Band (UWB) Real Time Location Service (RTLS) solution can locate assets throughout building, even if they are moving, when deployed in mesh network. Product is fully compliant with IEEE802.15.4a standard.

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Hydraulic Vise Column features swivel coupling.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 07:39:36 -0500

Eliminating need to disconnect and reconnect 2 hydraulic hoses as column rotates, Hydraulic Vise Column delivers hydraulic power that ensures consistent clamping force, and up to 4,700 lb of clamping capacity. Each vise can be independently operated, while compact rotary coupling does not interfere with tooling. With stand-alone design that can be retrofitted in field, product is available in 4 and 6 in. jaw sizes and in 3- or 4-sided configurations.

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Skid Steer Loader handles heavy duty applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 07:39:35 -0500

Featuring high-lift bucket height over 11 ft, operating weight of 7,200 lb, lift capacity of 1,850 lb, and over 2 tons of breakout force, Thomas 185 Skid Steer Loader upgrades and replaces Thomas 175. It is powered by 4-cyclinder 59 hp Tier-3 engine that meets environmental standards and moves at nearly 8 mph. Loader also features 2 in-line hydrostatic pumps to lift, pull, and hoist, dump height over 9 ft, sure grip 8- or 10-ply tires, and range of attachments and options.

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Bulk Bag Filling System has explosionproof design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 07:39:34 -0500

Designed for Class I, Division II, Group D, explosionproof service, PowerFill(TM) features 316L stainless steel product contact surfaces, Power-Lift(TM) fill head height adjustment system, stainless steel loading deck, bag present sensor, and fully integrated bag inflation package. Housed in pressurized NEMA enclosure, it also features dust-tight inflatable spout seal, wash down duty weigh modules, and digital weight indicator to ensure precise, dust-free material filling.

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Sight Glass Magnets feature continuously welded construction.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 07:52:00 -0500

Available in 2 magnet diameters, 1- or 5/8 in., Sight Glass Magnets are designed for removal of fine and weakly magnetic ferrous contamination from material flows traveling to molding machines. Offered in 4 sizes, they are equipped with super strength rare earth magnet material to remove fine iron contaminants and reduce product wash-off. Magnets help prevent product defects, plugged valve gates, machine damage, and downtime.

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Single-Stage Compressors feature energy-efficient design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 07:51:54 -0500

Sullair 7500 S-energy® Series Compressors with Energy Efficiency System (EES) heat recovery feature low-restriction inlet valve, low pressure drop air-fluid separation system, and high-efficiency fan. Lubricated rotary screw air compressors are available in 100 hp constant-speed and variable-speed drive models with capacities of 369-493 acfm and pressures from 100-175 psig. They include WS Microprocessor Control System and can be monitored and set-up using Windows-based PC.

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Valves can be expanded to 16 stations.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 07:51:51 -0500

Model VS45 features plug-in subbase manifold that is fully modular and is offered in 3/8, ½, and ¾ in. port sizes. Unit offers pressure capabilities of vacuum up to 232 psi and flow up to 4.20 Cv. Suited for heavy industry applications, valves include both softseal and glandless spool technologies.

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Mobile Transloader moves liquids between modes of transportation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 07:38:57 -0500

Featuring 4 wheeled towable trailer, Mobile Transloading Unit is designed for safe custody transfer of wide variety of liquids. Unit is suited for truck as well as railcar transloading, with common transfer equipment located on trailer beneath transloading racks. Truck side of unit features grounding protection, overfill monitoring, and metering of custody transfer, while railcar side allows options for unloading, as well as safe access to hatch area of railcar.

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Electric Lift Trucks have counterbalanced design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 07:38:50 -0500

Utilizing 3-phase AC technology in drive, hydraulic, and steering systems, EFG 213-220 and EFG 316-320 series offer capacities from 2,500-4,000 lb. Operator can charge and change battery via access from side of truck, and several battery extraction methods are available. On EFG 213-220 Series, there are six 3-wheel chassis variations suited for maneuvering in restricted spaces. Five 4-wheel chassis variations of EFG 316-320 Series are suited for applications involving longer runs.

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Hopper Bottom Container stores/dispenses small, dense items.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 07:38:50 -0500

At 34 in. tall, plastic bulk container features 32 x 30 in. footprint and hopper style bottom designed to store and dispense fasteners, screws, and other small, uniformly shaped items. It has pallet-style base, accessible on all 4 sides, for movement with forklift or pallet jack when full or empty. Slide gate allows product dispensing via gravity at controllable flow rate. Unit has smooth, angled interior and is designed to handle up to 1,200 lb.

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Linear Orienter processes up to 150 containers/min.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:40:05 -0500

Designed to accept and convey rectangular, square, and round bottles with centered necks and/or handles, in-line Model SO-4 distinguishes bottle's incoming orientation based on container symmetry using variety of inspection methods, and orients bottles accordingly. Self-contained, free-standing unit can orient 90, 180, and 270°, depending upon inspection results. Hand crank or electric height adjustment allows unit to be raised when not in use and lowered for next changeover.

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