New Material Handling & Storage Products

Winches and Hoists eschew chains for straps.

Columbia power winches and hoists use high strength strap instead of wire rope or chain for load handling. Strap eliminates load rotation and spooling problems, is easier to handle, inspect and install than wire rope or chain, and meets ANSI B30.5 standard. More than 100 standard models of strap hoists and winches are available with electric, hydraulic and pneumatic motor options and capacities...

Power Assist Attachment helps reduce operator injury.

PowerTouch, using amplifiers, motors and processor, minimizes push and pull forces needed to operate material handling manipulators. It requires less than 3 lbs of force, making it possible for operators of any weight and build to perform material-handling tasks. PowerTouch attaches to company's Simple Air Manipulators, which use pneumatic power to maneuver loads up to 900 lbs. It exceeds...

Stainless Steel Casters handle moisture and chemicals.

Cartwash 60 and 80 series casters are available in 300 series stainless steel, making them suitable for use in food processing, hospital, chemical and industrial applications with sanitary or extremely harsh environments. Casters come with swivel and rigid configurations, 4-point universal plate mounts, and choice of neoprene, rubber, polyolefin, thermo-plastic rubber, solid stainless and...

Lubrication System keeps machines running smoothly.

Six Pack system comes with bank of 6, 12, or 18 pumps that operate from air source regulated by solenoid valve. Timer controls On and Off times of delivery cycle. All components are wired and plumbed to backplate in NEMA 12 enclosure. Lube system has 1/2 gal clear reservoir that feeds system and allows visual confirmation of level. Applications include lubricants for cutting, punching and...

Pressure Vessels & Their Components

This white paper provides an in-depth look into custom fabricated pressure vessels and their components.

Enclosures protect computers from harsh environments.

EnviroCase enclosures, available in desktop or floor standing models, have 14-gauge steel panels, gasketed seams, and locks on all access doors. Keyboard tray and lid are detachable. Enclosures accommodate most monitors up to 15 in. They include adjustable equipment seat belts, filtered fan system with positive pressure, and rotate-able front panel for desktop and tower cases.

Printer Applicator is RF enabled.

Model 5143 RF label printer applicator reads, writes, prints and applies RFID labels. Labels incorporate integrated transponder circuits that can be read, programmed and re-programmed using radio waves. Model 5143 RF can print and apply labels up to 5.04 in. wide from 16 in. dia roll at 203 dpi resolution. It utilizes Uniwall(TM) construction meaning that critical components are mounted onto...

Lineshaft Conveyor transports or accumulates.

NSP and NSPEZ conveyors can be field converted from transportation conveyor to zero pressure accumulating conveyor by adding components. Conveyor comes in variety of styles with 1-3/8 inch or 1.9 in. diameter rollers. Side frames are 9-1/2 in. deep, providing neater appearance and protection during installation and operation of system. Zone activation is quiet, and frame has space for accessories.

Manual Pallet Truck hauls more than 2 tons.

MAXX-JACK has pallet entry rollers that permit easy pallet entry and exit, reinforced pallet forks with gussets to prevent spreading, adjustable pull rods, poly load wheels, and steel wheels with steel hubs. Pallet truck is available in two sizes: 27 x 48 in. and 20.5 x 48 in. with lowered height of 2.9 in. Both models have capacity of 5,500 lb.

Cylinder stays in position.

Model RA/8000 servo-controlled cylinder provides exact positioning of piston through electrical or pneumatic control signal as to be held in any desired position, even under changing load conditions. Positioning feedback mechanism included with cylinder links controller to piston rod. Cylinder is available in 63 to 320 mm dia, with stroke lengths from 100 to 600 mm, and electro-pneumatic (4 to...

Roll-out Shelves have safety interlock.

Roll-Out Shelf units are equipped with automatic safety interlocks that lock all other shelves in when one is rolled out. They provide easy accessibility to all items stored. Shelf capacities range from 500 to 40,000 lbs per shelf. Units are ideal for storing dies, molds, printing cylinders and maintenance items.

Solder Redefined

Indium Corporation has developed a new twist on traditional solder by developing a composite with a reinforced matrix internal structure. The result is a solder with increased strength and reliability. Check out this video to learn more about the mechanics behind the groundbreaking technology.