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Entry Plate speeds cable and pneumatic hose installation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 07:40:58 -0500

Designed to snap into panels 1.5-2 mm thick and rated for use between -30 to +90°C, Round KDP/R Cable Entry Plate comes pre-punched with 1 hole for each cable or pneumatic hose to be inserted. Once cable is fed through, slight tug in opposite direction sets strain relief for cable. If cable is removed at later time, hole can be completely sealed off using strain relief indicator. Unit meets both RoHS standards and UL class VO for fire protection.

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High-Pressure Plug is designed for venting applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:37:25 -0500

Incorporating O-ring for additional sealing in critical oil tool applications, Dual Sealing AFO (Axial Force Only) Plug is designed to vent air from product when filling it with hydraulic oil or to release trapped high-pressure gas. Removable and reusable product, manufactured from corrosion-resistant 303 and 15-5 SS, features self-aligning floating seal. Plug has 2-piece construction and withstands pressures up to 56,000 psi as well as temperatures to 600°F.

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Pinless Syphon Elbow suits steam-heated rotating cylinders.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 07:44:50 -0500

Featuring integral locking mechanism that secures elbow into position, 45° Syphon Elbow is intended for installation on blind rolls or rolls with hand hole access. All components of elbow are constructed of stainless steel to provide corrosion-resistance. In addition, 45° angle results in less cantilever weight compared to long bent syphon pipe, causing less stress on horizontal syphon pipe thread connection.

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PFA Fluoropolymer Compression Fittings come in 12 styles.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 08:11:31 -0500

Designed for mating with fluoropolymer tubing, Pureloc® fittings are used in clean-application industries such as semiconductor, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and chemical. Made from virgin-grade, chemically-inert PFA fluoropolymer, they suit pure fluid applications. With see-through construction that assures user of proper fitting installation, units have 4 precision-made parts (nut, gripper, ferrule, and body) that provide leak-proof connections. Fittings come in 1/8 to ¾ in. sizes.

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Hydraulic Hose Fittings handle pressures up to 5,000 psi.

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

Offered in 18 models, Japanese Metric Hose Fittings are available with both British Standard Pipe thread as well as Metric Thread forms. Female versions come in straight configurations as well as 45° and 90° elbows, while male fittings feature standard 30° cone. Applications include imported equipment ranging from construction machinery and forklift trucks to plastic injection molding machines.

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Plugs are suited for through hole ventilation applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 07:32:42 -0500

Able to lock firmly into panels and withstand push back force of 35 lb, Louvered Plugs for panel through holes allow passage of air for ventilation while limiting liquid infiltration. They can accommodate mounting hole diameters from .875 to 3.000 in. and panel thicknesses from .125 to .250 in. Available in black color, plugs can be used for ventilation in electronic enclosures, motor housings, and metal or plastic panels.

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Pipe Fittings give retail stores industrial look.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 07:43:52 -0500

Offered as slip-on pipe fitting system, Rough Tumbled Finish Speed-Rail® is designed for edgy and urban-themed retail stores desiring distressed, industrial-type fixture. Fittings are made of corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy and come in various sizes and configurations. They accommodate 5 pipe sizes from ¾ in. IPS (actual OD of 1.05 in.) to 2 in. IPS (actual OD of 2.375 in.).

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Tapping Saddle installs in compressed air piping systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 07:42:53 -0500

Engineered for continuous operating pressures from 150-230 psi, Air-Pro(TM) Compressed Air Piping System is offered with 150 psi rated tapping saddle available in 11 sizes from 2 x 1 to 6 x 2 in. Tapping saddle allows for installation of system with no drops; drops are installed after system has been hung by using tapping saddle welded in place with electro-fusion process. Saddle can be installed at any location, under any pressure.

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Bulkhead Fittings connect pipe to plastic or metal tanks.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 07:45:26 -0500

Rated to 150 psi, BFA Series industrial bulkhead fittings are available in PVC, Corzan® CPVC, and PPL with flanges in ½-6 in. sizes and large flanges in ½-1 in. sizes. They come standard with heavy duty, full buttress left hand threads to prevent leaks under pressure, and fittings allow for use with thick or double wall tanks. Along with EPDM or FPM gasket seals, BFA Series features hex body for one person installation.

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Flexible Conduit Fittings eliminate need for bending machines.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 08 May 2008 07:40:05 -0500

Flexel(TM) EMT Flexible Fittings come in 1¼ to 4 in. sizes with stub fittings on both ends to allow for use with set-screw and compression fittings. They bend to one or more angles with just elbow grease, knee, or hammer, to full 90° bend or any position in between, and they can also be re-bent. Internal diameter is maintained per NEC specification, and fittings are suitable for indoors and dry locations and are UL Listed and CSA Certified.

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Custom Fittings suit aerospace and other applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:52:40 -0500

Fittings and connectors, including Dynatube, Parker, and Statoflex Tube Fittings, are used in aerospace and aircraft applications. They can be made to engineering specs or from blueprint drawings, with tolerance held to ±.0001 in. and surface finishes down to 5 RMS. Specialties include machining Titanium and 17-4PH, and secondary capabilities include safety wire hole drilling. All products meet world class quality standards, ISO 9001:2000 Certified.

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Rotary Union is suited for water-cooling applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 07:38:01 -0500

Constructed with SS and bronze components, Over-The-Shaft (OTS) Rotary Union is custom-designed for machinery that requires cooling on drive side of driven rolls and for rolls that cannot accept axially-mounted rotary union. Mechanical seal version handles high speed applications up to 750 rpm, while soft seal version with Quad-Seal o-ring and thrust washer suits slower speed applications. Rated up to 220°F and 150 psi, OTS can be applied to hydraulic oil/air applications.

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Modular Fitting is designed for retail wall racking systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 07:34:08 -0500

Made of high tensile strength aluminum/magnesium alloy 535, 2-piece Model 104S-6 Side Outlet Cross Modular Fitting can be used in any structural application using 1 in. IPS components. Electrolytic corrosion free alloy can be used with other metal, including carbon or stainless steel. It can attach to and detach from existing structures, and are intended for modifying or upgrading existing structures without major disassembly.

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Fittings suit aerospace and military industries.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 07:44:10 -0500

Designed to meet stringent military requirements, Aerospace Hydraulic Lubrication Fittings are available in carbon steel, stainless steel, and Monel with straight, 30°, 45°, 65°, and 90° configurations. Units meet Society of Automotive Engineers standard AS35411, which requires detailed performance tests, extensive documentation, and traceability of materials.

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Fittings are available for ferrule connections.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 07:41:07 -0500

Click-N-Seal(TM) connection fittings are designed for Omnifit Gripper, Type S, and inverted cone ferrules. Reusable, preassembled fittings provide objective feedback to prevent excess torque; when correct torque is reached, they produce click and physically prevent tightening beyond that point. Connections are available with ¼-28 in. and M6 thread size fittings in 3 colors and can be specified with OD or ID of up to 1/8 in.

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Push-to-Connect Assembly ensures leak-free operation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 08:19:44 -0500

Universal Push-to-Connect (UPTC) assembly provides leak-free connections for compact fluid power systems in industrial, mobile, and construction equipment. Once fully engaged, retaining element is positively trapped between male and UPTC nut. It cannot escape, even under vibration and pressure. Visual and tactile install indicators on nut and fitting signal full engagement and complete connection. Assembly can be disconnected by using wrench to loosen nut, exposing connector end.

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Fire Alarm Boxes and Fittings provide visual identification.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 07:35:37 -0500

Available in variety of sizes, Red Steel Fire Alarm Boxes and Fittings withstand harsh environmental conditions. Boxes are designed for use with Red(TM) connectors and couplings. Set screw connector joins red EMT to box, while set screw coupling joins 2 lengths of red EMT. Both concrete-tight fittings are furnished with Tri-Drive slot/Phillips/Robertson head screws and can be used for emergency circuits and security system applications, as well as fire alarm systems.

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Pipe Fittings offer corrosion and thermal resistance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 07:28:23 -0500

NPFB metal pipe fittings are nickel-plated brass pipe fittings designed for connecting other fittings and pipes in pneumatic systems or assemblies. They offer pressure range rating of up to 580 psi and are able to withstand temperatures up to 302°F. RoHS-compliant fittings are available in 124 variants featuring parallel metric and G threads as well as tapered R threads.

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Metal-to-Plastic Transition Fittings offer leak-proof seals.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 07:53:56 -0500

DoubleSafe(TM) fittings prevent cracking under high torque when transitioning between metal piping systems and Schedule 80 plastic piping systems. To address plastic pipe splitting caused by over-tightening metal threads into plastic fittings, products incorporate female-threaded metal insert molded inside spigot-end plastic body. This allows installer to connect metal system to metal side and plastic to plastic side. Double o-ring design ensures tight seal for leak-free operation.

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Pipe Nipples target industrial high-pressure applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 07:44:07 -0500

Extra Heavy Black Seamless Nipples range in diameter from 1/8-4 in. and are available in up to 12 in. long close lengths. They meet or exceed all ASTM and ANSI standards, including ASTM A-106 for material and ANSI B1.20.1 for threading.

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