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Video Inspection System offers portable operation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 08:36:49 -0400

Able to be operated vertically or horizontally, Gen-Eye POD(TM) combines mini color camera, reel, and monitor into one package. Its 5.6 in. LCD monitor, supplied in padded case with sunscreen, is mounted on 355° swivel gooseneck to facilitate viewing in all directions. Mini-reel carries 125 or 175 ft of push rod, and color mini-camera is small enough to trouble-shoot 2-4 in. lines. Also included, video out connection lets users record on external device.

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High-Temperature Camera captures combustion processes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:34:14 -0400

FireSight® IP enables viewing and recording of real-time color video images of combustion and process control in boilers, furnaces, kilns, and incinerators via standard Web browser or video management system integration. After camera output is recorded on network-connected PC, server, or DVR, images can be accessed remotely from any connected PC. System survives temperatures up to 4,000°F and can generate 2 independently configurable IP MPEG-4 video streams at up to 25 and 30 ips.

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Software allows use of USB scanners with thin client devices.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:34:12 -0400

RemoteScan Thin Scan lets users scan directly into any hosted application, such as EMR, HER, and any document management software. It works with all versions of Windows Terminal Services, Citrix®, XenDesktop(TM), and other VDI network environments. Functioning with any TWAIN or WIA scanner, software supports all RDP and ICA® protocol setups.

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Optical Substrates are especially designed for optical coaters.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:35:03 -0400

Available in sizes from ½-5 in. OD with ±0.00025 in. tolerance, Optical Substrates for Coaters feature 1/10 per wave flatness/in., parallelism to 2 arc-sec, and surface finishes to 10-5 scratch-dig per MIL-PRF-13830, depending upon material and configuration. Lenses can be supplied plano-convex and -concave, biconvex and -concave, and meniscus; windows and substrates can be plane, wedged, and tapered. Optical substrates are available in wide variety of materials.

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Safety Camera System is built for flexible integration.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:34:59 -0400

Suited for point-of-operation safeguarding applications, V200/V300 WS Safety Camera Systems are single-unit devices that require no alignment or software configuration. They can be mounted in corner of rectangular frame opening to safeguard areas where operators must reach into machine and use invisible LED light beam to illuminate reflective strips that define protective coverage area. Any interruption to that area is detected by camera, and dangerous movement is stopped.

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Sorter offers automated inspection of frozen potato products.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:33:47 -0400

Manta® uses Vis/IR cameras, Raptor laser technology, and LED lighting to recognize object size, shape, and color differences to detect foreign material. Locating Manta at end of processing line helps assure quality of final product; it can tally specific product characteristics and trigger alarm or process adjustment if out-of-tolerance conditions are detected. Featuring 2 m wide scan area, Manta handles up to 50,700 lb of frozen potato strips per hour, based on 7 mm wide cuts.

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Remote Head Camera System extends HD production options.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:28:05 -0400

Available with 10 and 20 m cables, GP-US932A consists of GP-US932A 3CCD HD Camera Head mated to GP-US932CU Camera Control Unit with HDMI output or GP-US932CUS with SDI and HDMI output. It offers selectable 1080i/1080p/720p resolution and employs three 1/3 in.-type 16x9 high-sensitivity progressive sensors running at 60 fps. DSP optimizes accuracy with 14-bit A/D conversion and 19-bit inner processing, while 12-axis matrix control enables life-like color accuracy with independent control.

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Dual LED has reflowable surface mount design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:28:46 -0400

Available in vertical and horizontal orientations, high temperature Elma dual light guides can go through vapor-phase and reflow solder ovens without being damaged. They withstand solder heat levels at 260°C for 40 sec, or 200°C for 180 sec. Thermoplastic material provides optimal lumination on radiating surface and high mechanical strength. Lightpipes are RoHS compliant, and can be inserted on all standard insertion machines.

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Telecentric Lenses provide distortion of less than 0.2%.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:27:44 -0400

With fixed iris and focus, TECHSPEC® Compact Telecentric Lenses are suited for implementation into factory floors and assembly lines, as well as robotics applications. Lenses are available with primary working distances of 65 and 110 mm with primary magnifications of 1x, 2x, 3x, and 4x, and 0.5x, 0.75x, 1x, and 2x, respectively. All sizes provide maximum sensor format of 2/3 in., telecentricity of less than 0.2°, and accommodate C-mount camera mount.

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Software targets machine vision applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:27:41 -0400

Pairing with smart camera technology, IMPACT(TM) Software Suite v8.3 provides inspection capabilities for machine vision applications. Program's API works with Microsoft® ActiveX® platform, allowing data to be embedded in local machine and/or factory control systems. IMPACT Vision Program Manager offers code reading, pattern find, blob analysis, circle gauge, line find, and sub-pixel gauging. Using IMPACT Control Panel Manager, data, image, and controls can be configured for machine operator.

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White LED Bulbs disperse light into 270°-wide beam.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:27:35 -0400

Consuming less than 1 W, DEC-G15E12 series, G15-Style DecorLED lamps feature globe-style clear lens with candelabra-based LED light bulbs. They disperse light in omnidirectional 270°-wide beam and provide illumination from 25.4-27.4 lumens depending on model. Impervious to electrical and mechanical shock, vibration, frequent switching, and environmental extremes, bulbs offer life span of up to 50,000 hr. Solid state units feature current-limited resistors and polarity-protection diodes.

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Embedded Vision System suits automated visual inspection.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:27:29 -0400

Able to process images from multiple IEEE 1394 and GigE Vision cameras, NI EVS-1464RT enables high-speed, real-time machine vision systems to be built for applications such as sorting products, verifying assembly, and inspecting packaging. This multicore controller features extended temperature range, RTOS, solid-state hard drive, and fanless design to withstand harsh environments. It also includes range DIO and industrial communication options.

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LEDs offer energy efficient alternative to chandelier bulbs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:25:44 -0400

Available in 2.1 W Candelabra base and 2.5 W Medium base, BULBRITE Chandelier LEDs can be used as direct energy efficient retrofit solutions for 15 and 20 W incandescent light bulbs, respectively. Each LED produces up to 25 W of illumination with only 2 W of energy consumption. Providing high quality warm white light, LEDs deliver full 360° of total illumination and provide average long life of 30,000 hr.

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Three-Way Lighting LED Headlamp offers hands-free operation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:27:56 -0400

Designed for auto and industrial professionals, Trident® HP comes in yellow finish, and features white power LED which provides up to 2,000 candela peak beam intensity and 50 lumens of measured system output. Unit runs up to 7 hr on one power LED and up to 150 hr on single LED, and shock resistant power LED comes with 100,000 hr lifespan. It has 3 Ultra-bright white LEDS for total of 30 lumens measured system output, and single one of 3 white LEDs provides 11 lumens measured system output.

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High-Speed CMOS Cameras suit machine vision applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 08:30:08 -0400

HX Camera series can achieve frame rates to 500 fps and resolutions greater than 1.3 megapixels @ 1,280 x 1024 pixels. Frame rates to 120,000 fps can also be achieved by restricting image data to 1, 2, or 3 regions of interest within full frame. Supporting CameraLink communication standard for data transfer rates to 680 MB/sec, cameras also provide photo sensitivity to 2500ASA for low-light use, human eye-like adjustment for dynamic applications, and multi-exposure capability.

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Drain Inspection System is flexible and maneuverable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:30:09 -0400

Featuring 30 ft flexible cable and 22 mm dia camera head, SeeSnake® microDrain(TM) inspection system allows for access through toilet traps and small P traps without need to disassemble plumbing fixtures. Measuring 19 in. high and 4½ in. wide, lightweight unit allows users to stow microDrain in any truck and carry onto any jobsite. Multiple monitor compatibility allows users to use microDrain reel with any SeeSnake monitor or microEXPLORER(TM) digital inspection camera.

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Bollard Camera captures number plates.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:30:07 -0400

Suited for places with entry/exit barriers, automatic number plate recognition bollard cameras can be used as stand alone units or in conjunction with VNPR software. IR LED illumination ensures that reliable images can be collected day and night, no matter what the lighting conditions. Each unit comes completely pre-configured, and they provide reliable operation in car parks, retail parks, airports, and hotels.

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Safety Light Curtains extend application versatility.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:30:04 -0400

Equipped with integrated laser alignment system, GuardShield Safe 4 transmitter and receiver pair is available in 14 and 30 mm resolutions with protective heights from 120-1,920 mm. Also offered in 14 and 30 mm resolutions, GuardShield Cascadeable Micro 400 consists of Type 4, 3-box curtain for small assembly machines. With operating range of 30 m, GuardShield Safe 4 PAC is available as 2-segment pair with 600 mm protected height or 3-segment pair with 840 mm protected height.

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HD Flat LCD Display targets digital operating rooms.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 08:29:07 -0400

Using 42 in. medically approved, multi-modality Model MD-4221, surgeons and nurses can centralize all critical information, including HD video and radiology images, and present it to entire team in real time. Users can configure screen layout by means of picture-in-picture or picture-and-picture functionality. Display is compatible with endoscopic video, room and boom camera video, patient data, and surgical planning information. HD video sources can be connected through DVI and HDSDI input.

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LED Lamp Technology boosts projector efficiency.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 08:29:02 -0400

Optimized for output efficiency, Premien white LED technology allows front projector manufacturers using standard arc lamps to enter LED projector market with minimal changes in product design. Single white LED will replace 3 or more colored LEDs used in standard RGB LED projector configurations, reducing optical component counts and eliminating color balancing circuits.

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