New Portable Tools Products

Electric Hose Reels offer remote control operation.

Available in models ranging from basic to full-function, 12 Vdc, 1/3 hp RM Reel Series handles single 3/8-Ã-½ in. ID hose. Units take power-out off reel, leave power-in on remote, and leave full-speed control functionality on base unit. Variable speed control lets user select optimal unwind/rewind speed, and full molded chain guards are standard. Offering 2,000 ft range, bi-directional remote...

Riveting Alliance - Orbitform Group and Jay-Cee Sales & Rivet

Orbitform is pleased to announce a new alliance with Jay-Cee Sales & Rivet of Farmington Hills, Michigan. Jay-Cee is the nation's largest in-stock supplier of rivets and special fasteners with over 60 years experience. Jay-Cee offers all sizes and types of rivets including solid and semi-tubular rivets, blind rivets, rivet nuts and threaded inserts. With literally millions of rivets on hand for...

CAD-Embedded CFD Helps Drill Bit Company Solve Erosion Problem

Encore Bits LLC solved a difficult erosion problem in an oilfield drill bit by using FloEFD computational fluid dynamics software (CFD) from Mentor Graphics Mechanical Analysis (formerly Flomerics) to improve flow around the bit. Salvo made changes in the bit geometry and nozzle configuration that substantially increased its life and enhanced cuttings removal. CFD helped us understand the problem...

Carbide Tip Drill accommodates multiple drill tip sizes.

Encased in nickel-plated body, SMD 8XD features rigid serration coupling system, to fix replaceable carbide tips to drill face, for accuracy and repeatability. SMDT-MTL drill tip suits steel applications, while SMDT-C has chamfered edge to eliminate break out in cast iron applications, and SMDT-MEL machines super alloys, stainless steels and cast iron. Drill is available in metric and inch...

How to Reduce Costs for Plastic Caps, Closures and Other Packaging Products

Check out this white paper to read about the six questions to consider before selecting an injection molder for your packaging application.

PEEK Drawn Fiber offers abrasion and corrosion resistance.

Available in strands ranging from .003-.040 in., PEEK Drawn Fiber comes in natural, black, red, green, yellow, blue, orange, and violet to meet specific industry requirements for braiding identification. Woven braiding creates sleeve that can be placed over existing wire assemblies to guard against chaffing. Able to perform in temperatures up to 480Ã-

Cutting Torch is offered in 90 degree model.

Available in 20 and 50 ft lengths, manual 1Torch utilizes 30 consumables that cover spectrum of manual plasma cutting/gouging in 20-120 A range. Features include O2-B and ATC connections and lead extensions that allow cutting at distances up to 100 ft from power supply. Designed as replacement torch, unit can be installed on most plasma systems, when combined with adapter.

Cutting Torch is 21 in. long.

Featuring 90-° Harris-®-style head, Bulldog torch can be used with natural gas or propane. Features include UltraMix low-pressure mixer designed for LP gas, 3 heavy-duty tube supports, and supercharged preheat oxygen valve. Lightweight and rugged torch has body designed for high-flow applications.

Power Wash Gun produces over 13 lb of cleaning power.

Operating on compressed air supplied by either an in-plant or 185 tow-behind compressor and standard municipal utility water, HydroForce Power Wash Gun is both hot and cold water capable, has no duty cycle limitations, and offers one trigger operation. Features include 48 in. stainless steel extension, adjustable auxiliary handle, and water shutoff valve for optional use of compressed air only...

CSST Cutter delivers quick, clean, and smooth operation.

RIDGIDÃ-® Model 151-CSST cutter utilizes floating nylon guide wheels, which enable unit to run on corrugations of track while cutting flexible gas tubing. X-CEL(TM) ergonomic knob promotes firm grip for application of more force and accelerated cutting through tubes. Able to adjust from 3/8-1 in. dia CSST via quick-acting mechanism, cutter minimizes rework due to inconsistent or jagged cuts.

Laser Marking Heads feature low drift.

Measuring 6.6 x 4.62 x 5.75 in., warpSCAN II(TM) Series provides long-term drift of less than 0.3 mrad. Dust-proof, temperature stabilized units are available in 7, 10, and 14 mm aperture sizes with marking speeds of 3.5, 2.5, and 1.5 m/s, respectively. Units can be customized with galvanometer mirrors and objectives as well as mounts for all laser types and image fields. All are equipped with...