GKS Michigan Expands On-Site Measurement and Reverse Engineering Capability Again

(DETROIT, MI; February 5, 2008) - GKS Inspection Services, Inc., a division of Laser Design, Inc., has expanded the onsite services capability of its Detroit-area metrology lab with the addition of another Faro portable-CMM articulated arm. GKS Michigan's total number of Faro Platinum arms is now four, which increases GKS' ability to provide on-site inspection and reverse engineering services to...

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Dodeka(TM) Face Mills from Kennametal: Maximum Milling Performance in Carbon and Stainless Steels

Dodeka(TM) Face Mills from Kennametal: Maximum Milling Performance in Carbon and Stainless Steels

(LATROBE, PA) - For demanding face-milling applications in steel, stainless steel, cast iron, ductile iron, and other materials, Dodeka(TM) inserts and cutters from Kennametal are engineered to deliver higher cutting speeds and feed rates along with extended tool life. The results are improved cutting performance and productivity across demanding materials. Compared to competitors' face-milling...

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Micro Solenoid Driver Connector saves energy and coils.

Micro Solenoid Driver Connector saves energy and coils.

Available in fixed or adjustable versions, Series D5400 Micro Solenoid Driver (MSD) connector promotes performance while minimizing heat buildup in solenoid valve operators. Solution induces accelerated solenoid pull-in with high input voltage and automatically reduces voltage during hold-in. This increases efficiency while extending solenoid life and conserving energy. Solution also enables...

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Hanger/Restrainer eases sprinkler pipe installation.

Hanger/Restrainer eases sprinkler pipe installation.

Designed for plastic fire sprinkler pipe, Figure 29 CPVC Hanger and Restrainer eliminates need for wood block extension and allows retrofit attachment of hanger to sprinkler pipe. Product attaches to wood structures with two No. 10 x 1 screws and provides double offset 1Â-½ x 1Â-½ in. from mounting surface. Available for Â-¾ in. and 1 in. pipe sizes, Figure 29 meets and exceeds...

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SCHUNK Products Certified for Use in Cleanrooms

Many SCHUNK products can now be used in cleanrooms without hesitation. This is confirmed by the certificate issued in December 2007 by TUV Sud. The certificate confirms suitability for use in Class 5 cleanrooms according to ISO 14644. ISO Class 5 is comparable to Class 100 of the US-Fed. -Std. 209, which is no longer valid, but still frequently referred to. SCHUNK succeeded in certifying entire...

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New One-Piece Waler for Perry Tee-and-Wedge Concrete Forms

1/21/08 Perry Concrete Forming Supply is proud to announce the latest addition to our line of quality products for concrete contractors. This one-piece waler bracket provides the concrete forming contractor with a quick and reliable way to install 2x4 walers along a Tee-and-Wedge panel wall. The waler hooks into the existing tee holes and uses a wedge to secure the 2x4 walers into place. Use to...

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AirLoc Positioning Wedgmount-® Provides Precise 3-Axis Positioning

AirLoc Positioning Wedgmount-® Provides Precise 3-Axis Positioning

One of the major US auto manufacturers required a precise, 3-axis, positioning mount for their engine block transfer lines. Wing machines on the line required precise locating from machine to machine for component assembly. AirLoc already had a very precise vertical leveling Wedgmount design with their model 2120-KSC and needed to find a way to provide precise two axis horizontal positioning as...

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New Focus Leads with Precision Products at Photonics West 2008

State-of-the-art e-commerce system launched to improve customer experience San Jose, CA - January 17, 2008 - New Focus, a division of Bookham, Inc (NASDAQ: BKHM), will launch its most sophisticated e-commerce facility and a range of new products for precision measurement applications at Photonics West 2008. Visitors to the Bookham and New Focus booth (#1207) will see: o New quadrant-cell...

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BAFO Introduces DisplayPort Adapters

BAFO has released preliminary Dual-Mode DisplayPort to HDMI Adapters. Taipei, Taiwan - A worldwide supplier of audio, video, computer and custom designs of cables and electronics for over 25 years, BAFO is pleased to offer engineering samples of Dual-Mode DisplayPort to HDMI Adapters. The adapters will provide interoperability between Dual-Mode DisplayPort graphics card and DVI or HDMI displays....

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Mounting secures CNC collet chucks.

Mounting secures CNC collet chucks.

Bolt & Go(TM) mounting feature for Royal Low-Profile Accu-Length(TM) CNC Collet Chucks is defined by full contact taper/face connection between chuck body and back plate. Mounting allows chucks to be accurate to within 0.0003 in. TIR when bolted to lathe spindle nose. Chucks are available in all common spindle nose configurations and cover collet styles ranging from 5C with 1.06 in. capacity to...

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