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Fiber Optic Test Kits prevent contaminated fiber.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 07:59:21 -0500

Suited for FTTx, LAN/WAN, and data centers found in cable and telecommunications networks, Fiber Optic Tests Kits provide tools necessary to inspect, clean, and perform power or attenuation measurements on fiber optic connections to avoid network damage during installation, qualification, and troubleshooting. Components include video fiber microscopes, optical cleaning tools, PocketClass(TM) or SMART optical light sources, optical power meters, and visual fault locator.

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Handheld Device provides full spectral analysis of light.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 07:35:51 -0500

Featuring CCD-array spectrometer and microprocessor with onboard display, Jaz enables handheld radiometric analysis of LEDs, flat panel displays, lamps, and other radiant sources. Modular optical-sensing instrument allows users to capture, process, and store full spectra without need for any PC. Spectral data can be transferred to laptop or desktop PC for additional post-acquisition processing, such as calculating color temperature, spectral intensity, and color space values.

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Meter provides RF radiation safety tests to 60 GHz.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 07:36:52 -0500

Designed for broadband measurement of electromagnetic energy, hand-held Model NBM-520 works with calibrated probes covering frequencies from 100 kHz to 60 GHz. Probe types include electric and magnetic field, flat or shaped response, and diode and thermocouple detectors. With supplied software, user can pre-configure meter for specific survey task and manage data required for survey reports. Meter can be employed by safety personnel to evaluate compliance of facilities with IEEE standards.

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Toilet Systems help reduce water usage.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:42:31 -0500

Incorporating 1.28 gpf manual or sensor-operated flushometers with vitreous china fixtures, High-Efficiency Toilet (HET) Systems combine performance of both toilet and flush valve to ensure true, water-efficient systems. Sensor-operated models include Sloan ECOS(TM) battery-powered electronic dual-flush flushometer and solar-powered Sloan SOLIS® dual- and single-flush units, while manual models include Royal® and UPPERCUT® dual-flush flushometer.

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Capillary Flow Porometer offers fully automated operation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:42:22 -0500

By measuring gas flow rates through dry and wet sample as functions of differential gas pressure, Capillary Flow Porometer determines pore size, pore distribution, and gas permeability. Unit minimizes pressure drop and test duration, while requiring minimal operator involvement. It provides automated application of uniform pressure on O-rings, automated wetting of sample without test interruption, and automated compression of sample at desired pressure.

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Transmitters are offered with wireless/wired connectivity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 07:41:11 -0500

HUMICAP® Humidity and Temperature Transmitter Series HMT330/MMT330/PTU300 and DRYCAP Dewpoint Transmitter Series DMT340 are available with Ethernet connectivity for wireless or wired networks. With this communication option, transmitter can be connected into computer network to provide virtual terminal connection between transmitter and PC. This affords access to instrument measurements via LAN and Internet. Each transmitter has IP address, making it uniquely addressed in network.

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Wristband IR Thermometer is traceable to NIST standards.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 07:41:11 -0500

Traceable® Infrared Thermometer features 3-step operation - turn on, point at sample, take reading - that takes less than 1 sec. Using non-invasive, no-touch method, 4 x 2 x ¾ in. unit reads temperature of any surface-solids, semi-solids, and liquids from -67 to +482°F or -55 to +250°C with resolution of 0.1° and accuracy of ±1°C +2%. Laser beam facilitates sample target sighting, while Hold, Min, and Max viewing functions promote usability.

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Vortex Shedding Flowmeters feature 316 SS construction.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:38:42 -0500

Providing ±2% full-scale accuracy and ±.25% repeatability of indicated flow, CoolPoint(TM) flowmeters offer corrosion resistance in processing cooling water, water/glycol coolant, or low-viscosity fluids. Vortex shedding electronic flowmeters are available in ¾, 1, 1½, and 2 in. pipe sizes with maximum 4-20 mA transmitter flow rates of 25, 50, 100, and 200 gpm, respectively. Units feature PVDF sensors, Viton® fluoroelastomer seals, and flow totalizer.

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Viscometer features bi-directional communication.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:38:40 -0500

DV-II+Pro viscometer provides continuous viscosity sensing, temperature measurement, and data display. It offers single point viscosity measurement or can be configured to run automated tests in standalone mode for comprehensive flow curve characterization without involvement of operator or computer. Providing bi-directional communication when used with any dedicated computer, unit can be controlled by computer when utilizing Rheocalc32 software.

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Bimetal Surface Thermometers mount to ¾ to 2 3/8 in. pipe.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:38:29 -0500

Featuring non-intrusive design, Series STC is comprised of models that incrementally cover surface temperature measurements in -50 to +500°F and -40 to +260°C ranges with accuracy of ±2% and resolution less than 4% of scale. Devices survive ambient conditions from 14 to 302°F and are constructed with steel wetted materials, 2 in. dial with glass lens, and bimetal spiral spring sensing element. Uses include commercial, residential, and institutional HVAC applications.

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Dew Point Meter measures and records climatic parameters.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:30:22 -0500

Suited for surface preparation as required by ISO 8502-4 and ASTM D3276, PosiTector Dew Point Meter measures and records relative humidity, air temperature, surface temperature, dew point temperature, and difference between surface and dew point temperatures. Able to store up to 2,500 datasets in 100 batches, it features backlit display, Smart Trend(TM) indicators to identify rising/falling/stable readings, and Graph Mode to chart all 5 parameters for quick analysis.

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Smart Metering/Grid Platform offers end-to-end solution.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:29:39 -0500

In addition to meters with under-the-glass meter interface modules, Solo(TM) includes secure, 2-way broadband communication over power line; 2-way wireless mesh communication network to meter and home area network; and back-office software tools. Hybrid communication network combines Ethernet-based power line communication system with IEEE 802.15.4/ZigBee RF Mesh network to ZigBee-enabled meters. It also serves as infrastructure for additional Smart Grid applications.

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Magnetic Flow Meter is suited for wastewater industry.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 07:45:26 -0500

Featuring brass or stainless steel body, PVDF electrode tip, and cast powder-coated aluminum housing, FMG900 Series insertion magnetic flow meter withstands variety of temperature, pressure, and chemical conditions. Rapidly reversing magnetic field is produced in lower housing, and as fluid moves through this field, voltage is generated that is measured and translated into frequency signal proportional to flow rate. Square wave signal can be sent directly to any PLC.

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Metal Magmeter permits hot-tap access to pipe stream.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 07:32:31 -0500

Suitable for pipe sizes from 2-102 in., Signet Model 2552-3 offers dynamic flow range of 0.15-33 ft/s with repeatability of ±0.5% of reading at 25°C. Unit features corrosion-resistant materials, including 316 SS, PVDF, and FPM to ensure service reliability. With no moving parts to wear, insertion flow sensor accurately measures flow in fluids containing high content of particles, solids, and fibers, making it suitable for applications with dirty fluids.

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System measures, adjusts, and verifies load string alignment.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 07:32:21 -0500

Providing real-time concentricity and angularity adjustment under load, AlignPRO(TM) effectively measures unwanted specimen bending due to load string misalignment. System consists of alignment fixture, strain-gauged specimen, software, and electronics, and supports 8- and 12-gauge alignment cells. Software monitors output from strain gauges mounted on either flat or round alignment cells, and output is used to calculate bending due to angular and concentric alignment errors.

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FTIR Spectrophotometer has 30,000:1 signal-to-noise ratio.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:37:24 -0500

Optimized for sensitivity and stability with high-throughput optics and dynamic alignment mechanism, IRAffinity-1 Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectrophotometer is used to confirm, identify, and detect foreign matter. Additional components include ceramic light source; temperature-controlled, high-sensitivity DLATGS detector; and IRsolution software. Product executes self-diagnosis at initialization and monitors state of instrument during operation. Max resolution is 0.5 cm-1.

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Electromechanical Hour Meters have totally sealed housings.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 07:38:30 -0500

Offered in variety of totally sealed SAE and NEMA 4X, 12 compliant housings in both ac and dc voltages, Models 722/732 Electromechanical Hour Meters operate in any environment. Rugged unit is suited for use in variety of industrial ac/dc applications, such as control panels, generators, and outdoor power equipment.

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Magneto-Inductive Flowmeter measures conductive liquid flow.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 07:38:19 -0500

Featuring solid-state construction, MIK series offers choice of wetted materials for flow body: Ryton with 316L stainless steel electrodes, or PVDF with hastelloy C electrodes. Viscous and dirty liquids are measured with no accuracy degradation. Available fitting styles and materials include PVC, PVDF, Polypropylene, and stainless steel, and electronics packages can include frequency or current outputs, adjustable flow switches, and integrated totalizers or batch controllers.

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Portable Detector measures CO, H2S, O2, and LEL.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 08:00:08 -0500

Featuring compact design with color LCD, RECON/4 is capable of simultaneously monitoring for CO (0-1,000 ppm), H2S (0-100 ppm), O2 (0-30% by volume), and combustible gas (0-100% LEL Methane). Instrument features STEL, TWA, and 2 instant alarms with audio/visual and vibratory indicators; rechargeable battery; and one-button operation. Belt-clip-style product, designed to be intrinsically safe, also offers adjustable alarms and calibration points.

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Ultrasonic Flow Meter suits difficult liquid applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 07:57:18 -0500

Strapped onto exterior of any pipe with ½ in. ID or larger, DFM 4.0 Doppler Flow Meter measures flow of liquids such as wastewater, sludge, slurries, abrasives, or any liquid with bubbles or suspended solids. In addition to built-in 3-button keypad used for calibration and start-up, features include 4-digit display, 16-digit totalizer, isolated 4-20 mA output, and 3 control relays. VFD interference suppression is automatic for pump station applications.

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