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Gauging Platform provides accurate, real-time measurement.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 08:36:55 -0500

With up to 2,000 measurement profile points and Hi-Res sensor, IPlus! measures weight or thickness in cast film extrusion, sheet extrusion, nonwovens, vinyl calendering, and extrusion coating applications. Operator interface facilitates use of this measurement and control system, which incorporates sensor technology and software. Optionally, AutoDie Profile Control's (APC) non-linear mapping capabilities help reduce scrap or non-conforming product.

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XRF System measures thickness of photovoltaic depositions.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:24:31 -0500

Utilizing X-ray fluorescence, it-situ System SMX-ISI provides composition and thickness measurements for thin film solar PV metal film stacks on flexible roll to roll substrates such as stainless steel, aluminum, and polyimide or rigid substrates such as float glass. Typical measurement applications include Mo thickness and all CIGS combinations. System can be integrated into any vacuum deposition tool, vacuum process station, or point of vacuum process line.

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Monitoring System suits thin film PV applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 08:33:47 -0500

Designed for in-line use, SolR is capable of monitoring film thickness of all layers throughout thin-film photovoltaic process, including transparent conducting oxide, absorber, and buffer layers. System is available in various editions for copper indium gallium selenide and CdTe-based thin-film solar cell processes. It is compatible with in-line and roll-to-roll processes and works on all different kinds of substrates and PV cell designs.

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Optical Tool performs non-contact film thickness measurement.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:27:51 -0500

MicroSpy FT non-destructively measures coatings that are transparent or semi-transparent in Vis and NIR light spectrums. With 3D film thickness mapping mode, it allows thickness measurement of entire coating areas to be visualized and evaluates evenness of film thickness distribution as well as classical point and profile measurements on coating. Selection of 9 sensor types with various light sources, measuring spot sizes, and thickness measuring ranges offer measurement flexibility.

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Vibration Measurement System withstands high temperatures.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:38:16 -0500

Model 5334 includes high-temperature charge mode accelerometer, connected to input of in-line miniature differential charge amplifier via 18 in. hard line cable. Amplifier operates from constant current 2-wire IEPE power unit. Device features case-isolated design to avoid ground loops and hermetic sealing for resistance to moisture/dirt. It also features 3-bolt mount, SS construction and utilizes piezoelectric crystals in compression mode for operation at temperatures up to +900°F.

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Vibration Monitor is suited for oilfield pumps and motors.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 08:37:33 -0500

Providing 4-20 mA output signal that is proportional to vibration amplitude, heavy-duty vibration transmitter Model 191 is 2-wire, loop powered sensor used to monitor oil and gas production pumps, compressors, fans, and motors. Powered by 12-24 Vdc source, output wire can be connected to any existing PLC, SCADA, or DCS system. Product is enclosed in rugged, NEMA 4 weatherproof case and is listed by UL-Underwriters Laboratories for use in hazardous locations (Listing ZTSZ).

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Vibration Data Collector features wireless operation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:29:44 -0500

Using DCA-60(TM), plant technicians can collect vibration data and diagnose machine faults on-site or transmit data via Internet to Azima DLI expert analysts as part of WATCHMAN Analysis(TM) program. Unit is capable of simultaneous 4-channel vibration data collection, offers wireless connectivity and multimedia support, and provides 80 GB for data storage. Also included, onboard ALERT(TM) machine vibration analysis software provides various diagnostic tools.

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Module and Sensor assess vibration for machine health.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 08:40:57 -0500

Based on 10816-3 mechanical vibration standard, 750-645 2-Channel Vibration and Roller Bearing Monitoring Module analyzes vibration severity and shock pulse feedback utilizing 750-925 Tandem-Piezo® acceleration sensor. Mechanical shock pulse process data is transmitted via fieldbus to control systems and resulting analysis helps determine machine maintenance needs. Programmable system allows configuration of good, warning, and fault limits via WAGO-I/O-CHECK software.

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Wireless Monitoring System helps monitor remote plant assets.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 08:05:29 -0500

Allowing operators to monitor inaccessible plant equipment, Essential Insight(TM) .mesh Wireless Condition Monitoring Solution enables temperature and vibration data to be transmitted wirelessly from asset to system software platform. With wireless sensors, system also helps enhance worker safety and ability to monitor equipment in hazardous areas. System comprises of wSIM(TM) sensor, Essential Insight .mesh repeater, Essential Insight .mesh manager gateway, and transducers.

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Vibration Transducer incorporates side connector.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 07:29:19 -0500

Able to be used in harsh industrial environments where moisture/water poses constant challenge, SLD144S features side entry design that accommodates installation where space is limited. This compression type piezoelectric accelerometer, designed for vibration monitoring of industrial machinery, has nominal main axis sensitivity of 10 mV/m/s². Other characteristics include 10% max transverse sensitivity, 2 Hz to 10 kHz (±3 dB) linear frequency range, and 600 m/s² max peak acceleration.

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Instrument enables condition monitoring at all skill levels.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 07:39:48 -0500

Designed for early detection of damage in rotating machine elements, handheld FAG Detector III can be used to balance rotors and shafts in static and dynamic balancing applications. Firmware v3.4 provides 3D view of measurement data as well as waterfall diagrams, enabling display of results via 3D illustrations in Viewer. Offering database of more than 20,000 different bearing products from different suppliers, Trendline software enables user to analyze measurement data recorded using device.

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Triaxial Accelerometer measures exposure to hand-arm vibration.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 08:14:40 -0500

Including Models SEN040F and SEN041F with 1 and 10 mV/g sensitivity, respectively, Series SEN04xF measures workers' exposure to hand-arm vibration (HAV). Devices feature miniature 4-pin connectors, heavy-duty cables that interface directly with HVM100 Human Vibration Exposure Monitor, and low-pass filtering circuits that minimize false readings from shock and mechanical resonances. Accelerometers can be mounted onto range of mechanical adapters for HAV studies.

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Accelerometer is designed for machinery health monitoring.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 07:36:33 -0500

Capable of detecting low level vibration, Model 786-500 has 500 mV/g sensitivity with 5% sensitivity tolerance to minimize electronic noise and maximize voltage output to monitoring instrument. Unit's +3 dB broadband frequency response is from 0.2 Hz to 14 kHz. Featuring acceleration range of 10 g and broadband noise floor at 250 µg, it is suited for slow speed condition monitoring applications such as cooling tower fans as well as predictive maintenance of rotating equipment.

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Vibration Measurement Solutions offer remote monitoring.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 07:43:03 -0500

With DASYLab driver support, IOtech 652u Dynamic Signal Analyzer is 10-channel, 24-bit, simultaneous sampling USB 2.0 device that offers 4 mA IEPE per channel. Allowing for connection to any eZ-TOMAS system accessible on user's plant's network, eZ-TOMAS Remote software enables single remote client to connect to multiple eZ-TOMAS systems for simultaneous remote monitoring. Additionally, single eZ-TOMAS system can serve data to multiple remote clients.

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Explosion Proof Vibration Switch/Monitor is weather tight.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 07:36:30 -0500

Designed for high saline atmospheres, Model EURO366G Vibraswitch Malfunction Detector offers acceleration measurements that show total destructive force acting on machine, resulting in positive protection. IP66 rated and corrosion resistant cast iron unit can be used indoor or outdoor without need of any rain shield. ATEX Certified for use in Europe, it comes with remote reset coil options and space heater, and is intended for OEMs that export their equipment.

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Coating Thickness Gage validates measurement conformance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:29:44 -0500

PosiTector® 6000 offers SSPC PA2 feature set in memory models that helps determine if film thickness over extended area conforms to user-specified Min and Max levels. Through PA2 Setup menu, user can specify Min and Max thickness, number of readings in one spot, number of spots in batch, and allowable deviance. Stored results can be viewed on display, modified, or deleted, and formatted printout can be sent to optional IR printer. Results can also be downloaded to PC via USB cable.

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Fault Detector senses impact within rolling element bearings.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 30 May 2008 07:54:54 -0500

Utilizing peak picking mechanism that is sensitive to impacts in bearings, Model 682A05 Bearing Fault Detector offers early warning of bearing faults such as cracked races, spalling, brinelling, fatigue failure, and loss of lubrication. DIN rail mounted unit accepts ICP® accelerometer input, and outputs 4-20 mA signal that is proportional to peak acceleration and second 4-20 mA signal proportional to overall velocity. It provides raw vibration signal for detailed diagnostic analysis.

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Vibration Transmitter monitors critical rotating machinery.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 06 May 2008 07:40:50 -0500

Available in 2 configurations, CSI 9330 Vibration Transmitter continuously monitors rotating machinery for early detection of developing mechanical issues, and converts analog output of ICP® accelerometer into 4-20 mA signal, proportional to monitored vibration. Model CSI 9330VP provides overall vibration and PeakVue data when connected to standard accelerometer, while CSI 9330VT provides vibration/temperature data when connected to accelerometer with embedded temperature capability.

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Robotic QA Cell is suited for automated coating measurement.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 07:35:48 -0500

Featuring 5-axis capabilities, SpecMetrix® RA Coating Quality Assurance Cell can measure films and wet/dry coatings over any substrate, material, and color. Designed for packaging, aerospace, electronics, and medical device industries, automated system helps measure barrier and protective coatings, over-varnish, inside spray, primer, and performance coatings. Integrated with SensorMetric(TM) software, it enables real-time measurement and automated recording/storage of data.

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Press Force Module monitors press station operations.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 07:44:37 -0500

Designed for any press force monitoring operation, multi-station SAM 400 Press Force Signature Analysis Module can handle up to 2 independent press station operations, with each station programmable to 32 parts and 8 tolerance windows. Unit provides forward and backward measurement capability, 2 channels of force measurement, and 2 channels of distance measurement. Communications are provided via Ethernet, Serial, Parallel, Profibus, and optional Fieldbus.

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