A Variety of Joining Methods and Tools Permits Contractors to Make the Best Choice for Particular Pipe and Fitting Needs
Knoxville, TN: With three different joining methods available from Consolidated Plumbing Industries, Inc.; the Stainless Steel Sleeve, Stainless Steel Clamp, and copper Crimp Ring, contractors are empowered with the ability to choose which connection (each of which meet industry specifications and standards) is best for a particular job -- whether the desired joint is for an aesthetically...
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Gasket Material allows repairs without damaging soft metal.
Formulated to remain soft and flexible, GasketmakerÃ-® LH197 is easily removed in applications that require regular disassembly or that involve soft metals. It provides complete surface contact, filling in irregularities in metal and eliminating potential leak paths. Forming instant, leak-free seal, product allows approximately 5 min of adjustment after assembly. After complete room...
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Long Lead Ball Screws feature rotating nut design.
Ranging from 25-50 mm dia with leads from 20-50 mm, Series SLT features rotating nut with axial play, while Series BLT includes backlash elimination. Design allows drive motor to move with nut to minimize inertia and achieve linear speeds to 110 m/min. Rotating nuts realize max transmissible torque up to 803 Nm and max transmissible axial load up to 162 kN, depending on type. Applications include...
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Clamps feature EPDM extrusion cushioning.
Cushion clamps series COL and CDL are available in hot-dipped galvanized steel, chemically treated G-90, or Type 304 annealed SS. Units are designed to secure and route wire, cable, tubing, and hoses. COL series offers contoured configuration clamping diameter, offset lower leg, and can secure one tube. CDL series can secure multiple tubes. Clamps are suited for agricultural, automotive, marine,...
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Advantages of Thermoset Plastics vs. Engineered Thermoplastics and Metal Parts
Thermosets and engineered thermoplastics are sometimes better suited to differing situations, but they do have some overlap in relevant use cases.
Read More »Hydraulic Cylinders feature tie-rod design.
PowerMAX(TM) Series PML and PMH provide working pressures to 2,500 psi and 3,000 psi, respectively. Units feature precision honed steel tubing, positive set screw locking device, and heavy-duty tensile tie rods that prevent cylinder failure during extended high pressure use. Ductile iron rod clevis is threaded 360Ã-
Read More »Spiral Retaining Rings feature single turn design.
Available for both internal and external grooves, Metric Spiral Retaining Rings come in carbon and stainless steel in diameters ranging from 6-300 mm. With No-Tooling-Cost(TM) manufacturing process, special designs can be produced from 5-2,300 mm. Metric rings are also available to match European DIN 471 and 472 grooves and aerospace specification MA 4017 and 4016.
Read More »Ballast incorporates 5 input voltage taps.
Designed for 750 W pulse start systems, Multi-5Ã-® Model P750ML5AC5M is suited for use when retrofitting 1,000 W metal halide systems for energy savings. It includes 120, 208, 240, 277, and 480 V input voltage taps to cover all possible lighting voltage applications. Multi-5 technology minimizes inventory and eliminates need to know operating voltage in fixture prior to servicing or...
Read More »Rodless Band Cylinder offers 10 ft stroke length.
Designed to address sealing challenge of mechanical piston/yoke connection, Ultran Band can be used for door opening, material handling/conveying, packaging, and palletizing. Unit is available in variety of bore sizes, in both inch and metric versions. It includes cushioning and position-sensing capabilities and optional side-guiding attachment.
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Delphi Launches Three New Technologies to Help Land Rover Achieve the Highest Standards of Handling and Comfort
TROY, Mich., Sept. 13 -- Three new technologies from Delphi Corp. (NYSE:DPH) are helping the new Range Rover Sport achieve levels of dynamic performance and comfort that are widely regarded as setting new standards for a high-performance SUV. The combination of advanced air suspension and a new compact version of Delphi's Active Stabilizer Bar System (ASBS) has been credited with helping to...
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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.
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