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On the cover ...THERMOCOUPLE DATA LOGGERThe OM-EL-USB-TC data logger measures and stores over 32,000 temperature readings from either type J, type K or type T thermocouple which plugs into a miniature female thermocouple receptacle at the base of the unit. The user can easily set up the initial data logging parameters including thermocouple type, logging rate, start-time, high/low alarm settings, logging mode and desired tem-perature units and also download the stored data by plugging the module straight into a PC’s USB port and running the easy-to-use Windows software. Downloaded data can then be graphed, printed and exported to other applications such as Excel. OMEGA

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INFRARED THERMOMETERThe REED Infrared Thermometer with integral type K thermocouple input features a 30:1 distance to spot size ratio, T/C temperature range of –50 to 1370°C, and IR temperature range of –50 to 1050°C. With a built-in laser pointer that identifies target area and digitally adjustable emissivity from 0.10 to 1.0, and 20 data points of memory. The unit includes type K thermocouple probe, battery, and carrying case.ITM Instruments Inc.


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GFCI OUTLET BOXReelcraft’s line of industrial grade cord reels now feature a new dual device Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) duplex box to help further protect against the risk of electric shock. Reelcraft’s portable cord reel with dual device GFCI receptacles is equivalent to a portable GFCI when in use. The new dual outlet box has a GFCI mod-ule containing an open neutral protection feature that allows the GFCI module to trip if a neutral wire is broken, thus re-ducing the risks of electrical shock. The Circuit Guard® GFCI module is rated for 20 amperes and the receptacle can be or-dered as 15 amperes or 20 amperes. Reelcraft Industries


EPOXY ADHESIVESupreme 11AOHT is a two component room temperature curing epoxy adhesive with high thermal conductivity and excel-lent electrical insulation properties. It is a paste that can be applied without sagging or dripping even on vertical surfaces and has a convenient mixing ratio of 1 to 1 by weight or volume. The epoxy has high shear and peel strength and bonds well to both similar and dissimilar substrates. This toughened compound has excep-tional adhesion to most metals, ceramics, glass and most rubbers and plastics. Bonds are resistant to water, oil and most organ-ic solvents. It is well suited for applica-tions involving thermal cycling.Master Bond Inc.


FOOD GRADE PASTEMolykote® P-1900 Food Grade Paste is a specially-formulated anti-seize lubricant for applications in food and beverage pro-cessing plants. It can be used to lubricate sliding surfaces and friction contacts ex-posed to heavy loads, especially at low to medium speeds. It has a low coefficient of friction, good water resistance and high load carrying capacity. It has a service temperature of –30° to 300°C. Dow Corning


POSTS AND SCREWSMicro Plastics introduces Posts and Screws as their newest product line. The screws come in lengths of ¼” and 3/8” and are sold separately from the posts. The posts have an outside diameter of 7/32” with seven sizes ranging in lengths from ¼” up to 1”. Both screws and posts are provided in 8-32 thread. The posts and screws provide a transparent fastener op-tion. The post and screw combination is comprised of an 832 slotted-head machine screw and a matching internally threaded bushing with an un-slotted binder head. Parts are molded in a clear polycarbonate material which provides strength and dur-ability for industrial applications. Micro Plastics, Inc.


SOUND LEVEL MONITORThe SL 130 Sound Level Monitor fea-tures both internal alarm illumination and external alarm output. Designed for worker safety compliance, the SL130 is ideal for industrial environments where there is a need to generate an alert when sound levels exceed a pre-set limit. The monitor features four built-in super bright LEDs that illuminate to visibly alert personnel when the area sound level limit has been exceeded. It features user-settable high and low limit (30 to 130dB) indications along with an output to drive a remote warning indicator. Super bright red flashing or green LEDs can be read from 30m and maximum readings are re-corded with date and time. As a stand-alone device, wall or tripod mounted, Extech’s SL130 can be strategically placed to monitor noise levels for entire areas. Its microphone rotates 180° for desired placement.Extech Instruments


On the cover ...POCKET DRIVERThe second-generation PS20 Pocket Driver features 100 inch-pounds of torque and a 500-RPM operating speed, both measures representing 25 percent increases ver-sus the original tool. With its magnetized driving bit holder, the PS20 now supports the insert bits that almost every user has in his/her toolbox. Other features include an ergonomic grip, the robust metal “10+1” clutch ring, bright LED work light and locking ¼” universal bit holder. The PS20 Pocket Driver comes with two 12V Max Litheon batteries, a 30-minute quick charger and a sturdy canvas carrying bag.Bosch Power Tools





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GigE CAMERASBaumer has introduced a new line of GigE cameras specifically designed to provide power over the Cat6 Ethernet cable, eliminating the need for a separate power cable. Baumer RXG Cameras with PoE simplify the mechanical design and reliability of a vision system, especially for robotic applications where each addition-al cable can cause long-term problems. A specially developed industrial power in-jector module or Ethernet switch pro-vides power down the Cat6 Ethernet cable at distances up to 100 meters. These cameras are used to view objects on ro-botic arms, robotic pick-and-place sys-tems, automated packaging lines, semi-conductor manufacturing lines, and in other applications where machine vision systems are essential, especially where cabling movement and cable life are a concern.Baumer Ltd.


WELDING POWER SUPPLYMeeting the welding requirements in the semiconductor market, the recent release of the Swagelok® welding system M200 power supply offers ease of use, portabil-ity, and 200 amp capability, all at a weight of less than 23 kg. The Swagelok® or-bital welding system is used in applica-tions from the gas cabinet to the process tool. A high-resolution, 307mm colour industrial touch screen gives users a sim-ple, intuitive pathway to enter weld pro-grams. Users can choose from one of three forms to enter weld programs, in-cluding automatic weld schedule pro-gramming. The M200’s automatic shield gas control amplifies set-up of shielding gas, requiring no use of a separate flow meter.Swagelok Company


HEAD PRESSURE CONTROLThe ICM333 Head Pressure Control fea-tures support for dual pressure or dual temperature inputs. It operates as a pres-sure or temperature-sensitive motor fan speed control, regulating head pressure by varying the amount of airflow through the condenser. By allowing for dual probes, the unit is ideal for a wide range of systems, including single-fan, multi-coil systems. It is compatible with single-phase systems operating at 120-480 VAC.ICM Controls Corporation


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LINEAR BEARINGSNordex Linear Precision Bearings are available in both inch (3/16” to 1” bore) and metric sizes (10mm to 25mm bore). They feature self-aligning capability – load plates are thinner at the ends to pro-vide a pivot point at the center of the plate with the center acting as a fulcrum to compensate for any slight misalignment between the shaft and the housing bore that might be caused by inaccurate ma-chining, mounting error or shaft deflec-tion. Its floating integral wiper seal design allows for self-alignment while maintain-ing equal and constant contact to the shaft. Seals do not add to the overall length of the bushing allowing for more compact designs.Nordex, Incorporated


CLEAN MOTORSThe Haydon™ specialty Clean Motors are designed for contamination sensitive applications, cleanroom environments, and environments within systems under high vacuum. The motors are designed to limit contaminants and out gassing in vacuum environments. Clean Motors are constructed of non-volatile materials, thoroughly cleaned using ultrasonic equipment, and then vacuum-baked at high temperature to extract contaminants. In addition to Teflon® wires and high tem-perature windings, Haydon™ Clean Mo-tors contain stainless steel bearings with special lubrication. The products are pro-cessed to consider all possible contamina-tion sources and are then sealed in double bags for handling under clean-room protocols.HaydonKerk Motion Solutions


HYBRID IN-LINE PALLETIZERThe PL-950 Series hybrid in-line pallet-izer uses one or more robotic arms for pattern forming, making it ideal for hand-ling small finished case sizes, multiple product formats, and complex patterns. Designed with high-speed and flexibility in mind, the PL-950 Series is capable of achieving packaging rates in excess of 100 cases per minute. New patterns can be programmed from the HMI, allowing for fast and easy product reconfiguration and quick line changeover. The PL-950 also gently handles products such as minimal secondary packaging, without comprom-ising the integrity of the finished prod-uct.FKI Logistex


SMART BOXKrupack Packaging’s new HIDE-Pack™ Smart Box, with radio frequency embed-ded within the structure, looms as the possible solution to many issues in the packaging and retail industry. It delivers enhanced efficiency throughout the sup-ply chain, better product traceability and significant cost reductions. Unlike the label applied outside the box, the HIDE-Pack™ microchip is inlayed within the structure of the box when it is made, pro-viding an unmatched protection against damage and moisture and reliability be-cause the inlaid chip is not visible either inside or outside the box. As a result of this process the identification tag of the box and its contents is ready to be pro-grammed when the box is delivered. Krupack can also pre-encode the boxes before they are shipped, thereby elimin-ating the need for the customer to do it.Krupack Packaging


HOSE ASSEMBLIESParker PAGE High Purity Hose Assem-blies are manufactured from high purity PFA, offering a smoother surface to elim-inate entrapment of matter as it travels through the hose. In addition to the added smoothness, this chemically inert fluoro-polymer tubing offers increased environ-mental stress crack resistance in process lines which carry fluorine based fluids, such as heat transfer fluids. Other features include increased flex life, better ozone resistance and reduced HCI permeation. The hoses can withstand temperatures as high as 260°C and are available in un-braided and braided assemblies.Parker/Page International Hose


SINGLE AUTOMATED CELLMakino can combine 5-axis machining centers with four-axis machines because they designed their machines to be easily integrated into automated cells, and sev-eral machines of similar size have inter-changeable pallets. The Makino Machin-ing Complex (MMC), an automated modular materials handling system links Makino machining centers (up to 15), pallet loads and operators. Delivering spindle utilization up to 95 percent, the MMC2 enables any machining operation to go lean. The 5-axis component of the cell is the D500 5-axis vertical machining center, designed to handle the demands of a job shop environment and produce complex 5-axis parts. The machine con-tains ultra-high torque DD motors, pro-viding acceleration that can decrease cycle times of 5-axis simultaneous machining applications.Makino


SOUND CURTAINSShaver’s Sound Curtains are designed for outdoor noise abatement applications. The exterior grade sound curtains are specifically designed to contain noise at its source to improve working conditions and increase productivity. Both the BBC-EXT-N and BBC-EXT-R models consist of a loaded vinyl noise barrier with a 1” or 2” thick quilted fiberglass for maximum sound absorption. Both models feature a heavy duty 10 oz cover which is fabricated using all exterior grade fastenings.Shaver Industries




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VIBRATION MOUNTSA new series of double studed silicone gel vibration mounts is designed for light to medium loads of from 1.25 kgf to 3.25 kgf up to 7.5 kgf/to 12.5 kg/leg per mount. Their highest dampening effect arises when the gel is compressed 10% to 30%. An important feature of these mounts is their ability to operate effect-ively over a very wide temperature range of from –40°C to +200°C. They offer excellent chemical resistance and are low in compression set. Performance remains the same even after repeated use. They contain nothing harmful and are there-fore considered environment-friendly.Advanced Antivibration Components


EXHAUST HOSE REELThe new 300 Series exhaust hose reel is designed to keep facilities, shops or factories free of toxic fumes. It is specifically designed to enable the extraction of exhaust fumes directly from the source of their emis-sion and maintain safer air quality. The extra sturdy 300 Series is heavy duty with a rugged all Welded A-Frame construction. This narrow model handles up to 40 feet of 4” I.D hose, 36 feet of 5” I.D hose and 36 feet of 6” I.D hose and can be ceiling or wall mount-ed. The 300 Series is outfitted with a maintenance free bearing system and is spring driven.Coxreels


POWER DISTRIBUTION BLOCKSAutomationDirect launches a line of Edison power distribution blocks and terminal blocks. The distinctly different styles of short-circuit current rated (SCCR) power distribution blocks and terminal blocks are de-signed to support different application needs. Edison’s finger-safe distribution blocks feature a modular de-sign allowing users to select and configure the number of poles required by each application. These blocks are engineered to accept copper conductors and main-tain an SCCR rating of 200kA, with proper fusing. The finger-safe blocks are suitable for both factory and field wiring and are rated from 175A to 760A. Most finger-safe blocks are DIN-rail mountable.AutomationDirect


HANDRAIL SYSTEMSKee Access safety railing systems are used to build handrails for stairs, ramps, walkways and other areas. Built using the company’s Kee Klamp® structural, slip-on railing components, Kee Access railings pro-vide a smooth, contiguous gripping surface through-out the entire length. The railing system is comprised on a framework of horizontal bars supported by verti-cal, upright posts assembled from the modular fittings and standard 1 ¼” Schedule 40 pipe. Constructed of iron for strength and durability, all railing compon-ents are galvanized for corrosion resistance. No weld-ing, drilling or threading is required for installation.Kee Safety, Ltd.


ELECTRIC PRESSURE CALIBRATORThe Fluke 719 Electric Pressure Calibrators feature a built-in electric pressure pump that makes it possible to quickly calibrate and test pressure devices with one hand. With its built-in, battery powered pump con-trolled by a thumb button, the calibrator is conven-ient, fast and easy to use. The electric pump can be programmed to set target pressures or limit pressure to eliminate over pressurization. It is designed to per-form 5,000 pump cycles between rebuilds. Its unique cleanout port makes it easier to service the Fluke pressure calibrator without sending it out for repair. The cleanout port minimizes pump failures caused by accidental exposure to contaminating fluids.Fluke Electronics Canada


POSITIONING CONTROLLERSEPOS is a family of modular digital positioning con-trollers based on CANopen standard for DC and EC

motors with an incremental encoder in the 1-700 watt power range. They can all be

run in position, speed and current regulation mode and configured to run with both DC and EC motors as per software commands. A num-

ber of operating modes means they can be used flexibly in a wide range of drive sys-tems in automation technology and mechatronics.Electromate Industrial Sales Ltd.


TACTILE SWITCHING SYSTEMSVisual aesthetics are a key feature for the RoHS com-pliant Series 14 range of raised and flush mount push-buttons, indicators, switches, selector switches and key switches. Series 14 is available in 22.5 and 30.5mm mounting sizes and features a low back panel depth, benefiting engineers in terms of smooth integration into an end application, especially where space is re-stricted. Illumination is available through T5.5 lamps or high intensity single chip LEDs. Series 14 is avail-able with a good choice of lenses, protective front rings and bezels, in both stylish and robust aluminum and stainless steel as well as plastic.EAO Switch Corporation


IN-LINE FILTERSThese in-line filters can be easily connected and dis-connected for service on tubing applications. De-signed with John Guest® push-to-connect style fit-tings integrated into the Celcon® plastic filter housing, this in-line filter product line offers versatil-ity and customization for a variety of applications. Available in micron sizes ranging from 20 to 250 mi-cron and end connections in any one of three stan-dard tubing O.D. sizes, the product can be easily tailored to meet specific performance requirements for air, vacuum, and some fluid applications.Industrial Specialties Mfg., Inc.




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CRANES HELP NICKEL MINEto upgrade converter aisle

Xstrata Nickel, a business unit of Falconbridge Limited, has ordered two 100 tonne, four girder ladle

cranes from Konecranes. The purchase is part of a major upgrade of the con-verter aisle at Xstrata’s Sudbury smelter. The cranes will be used to rotate, tip and pour ladles of molten nickel, conveying it through a multi-stage refining process.

The cranes are AIST 6, Class 3, and are rated for severe continuous duty. Their unique four-girder configuration on a 60-foot span includes two larger girders 25 feet apart, equipped with a main 100 tonne trolley, plus two smaller girders holding a 40-ton auxiliary trolley that runs between the two sets of ropes for the main hoist. The main hoist lifts the ladle, while the auxiliary is able to tip and pour the ladle in either direction as the container of hot molten nickel, or matte, moves from one converter to the next along the converter aisle. The crane also carries

ladles to an area where slag is poured off. At the end of the converter process, the crane transports the molten matte, now 80 percent pure nickel, to the granulator where it is blown into peanut-sized pieces for further refining elsewhere in the plant.

According to David Clamp, Regional Sales Manager for Konecranes, the cranes exemplify the proven AC-powered, hot metal technology that Konecranes has become known for.

”Key features of the cranes are redun-dant controls and mechanics, including motors, drums, gear machineries, and electrical systems, plus wired-in spare inverters ready to go to work at the flip of a switch,” says Clamp. “All of the features that have set new standards for reliability in hot metal cranes are included in this package. We were able to offer Xstrata references for this technology and how it has performed in very similar environ-ments – a proven track record.”

The cranes are designed to operate reliably in the sulfurous atmosphere of the converter aisle, with special protection for all exposed devices. They replace two 60-ton DC-powered cranes built 40 years ago and, with other process improvements, will nearly double throughput from 65,000 tons per year to 100,000 tons per year. They will be installed in an existing building, which offered special challenges in terms of design and startup.

”The sixteen-wheeled design, spreading the wheel loads, was the result of Xstrata’s request to offer cranes that could work in the existing space, without modifica-tions to the structure,” said Tom Laughlin, Konecranes’ Project Manager. “Using this design strategy, Xstrata did not need to increase existing rail size or reinforce the runway girders in the building.”

Installing the new cranes without shut-ting down production required additional proactive engineering. Laughlin says Xstrata will construct a 60 x 100-foot ad-dition to its 600-foot building where the cranes can be installed without impacting production. When Konecranes completes crane installation and load testing scheduled for May of 2009, the wall between the two areas will be removed and the old cranes

taken out during the first two or three days of a planned two-week shutdown.

The cranes will also include many of Konecranes’ proven load control tech-nologies: DynAHoist and DynAC for inverter control of hoisting and trav-eling motions, DynAPilot anti-sway, and DynAMonitor condition monitor-ing. DynAReg recycles braking power back into the power grid, and AutOPilot control will be used for positioning assist, to quickly position the crane at pre-pro-grammed ladle positions.

”Xstrata will be able to handle 80 to 90 percent of the facility’s production with either crane, and each crane can continue to operate even with half of its motors not running, which is peace of mind for a facility which operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year,” said David Clamp. “These are true process cranes. Even though Xstrata commissioned two cranes, they wanted the redundant features to ensure the highest level of crane availability. And as one of the world’s largest nickel suppli-ers with global customer commitments, safeguarding the process was of the high-est importance,” Clamp stated.Konecranes America, Inc.


AUTOMATIC ANGLE CUTTERThe model 624 AC Automatic Angle Cutter reduces labour with simultaneous angle and end cuts and reduces tooling costs and operating cost per part. The automatic angle cutter also simplifies molding or extruding of tubes and re-duces part handling and increases volume. Model 624 AC is equipped with new digital touch screen controls and new digital operating components, providing quieter operation, closer tolerances, easi-er set-up and lower operating costs. Other standard features and specifications avail-able include indexing with a width of cut from 0.010” to 24”, variable mandrel speed from 0 to 2,700 rpm and mandrel with adjustable length from 24” to 1” and stock from 6” O.D. to the minimum ex-trudable size that will fit mandrel.Mitchell, Inc.


REGRINDING MACHINESWith the S6 Wheel Grinder, customers can regrind their circular knives and low-er cutting knives on site by themselves. The S6 accommodates knives from 40 to 180mm in diameter to handle many cus-tomer applications. Slitting wheel sizes are from 40 to 120mm in diameter and lower cutting knives accommodated are from 50 to 90 mm in diameter. The S6 offers true diamond smoothing device for grinding discs. An adjustable grinding angle and integrated cooling system pro-vide maximum performance.Schober USA


AUTOMATIC SCREWFEEDERThe new precision screwfeeder offers substantial flexibility combined with sim-plicity. Its fully adjustable rail system ac-commodates 11 different sized screws. Fasteners are presented quickly and con-sistently without the need for rails dedi-cated to specific sizes. Additionally, the new feeder has eliminated excessive vi-bration from the pick-up point to provide “no fumble” pickup. Feeds most types of fasteners with less than 19mm under head length including Phillips, TORX®, or socket head fasteners. It can also accom-modate screws with captive washers. The adjustable bit guide allows use of most standard bitsASG, a division of Jergens, Inc.


THREADING TOOLThe redesigned Triple Tap threading tool is engineered for comfort, safety and maximum productivity. It is used for forming new screw threads, cleaning out obstructions, or retapping burred and stripped threads. The Triple Tap now fea-tures a Santoprene handle that acts to re-duce the risk of repetitive strain injuries. Soft yet durable, the textured handle as-sures a steady, slip-resistant grip even when wet. In addition, it extends tool ser-vice life by resisting damaging oils, fluids, perspiration and abrasions.Ideal Industries, Inc.


CUSTOM TOOL SETSSome customers have unique needs that won’t be satisfied by stock items. To help meet these needs Stanley Proto now gives customers the option of creating their own unique tool set. Customers can add Proto or Stanley tools to or modify any of our existing Master Tool Sets, or they can choose to build their own unique tool set from scratch. Proto gives each Custom Set a unique, customer-specific SKU number. If any tool gets lost and needs to be replaced, the number will tell Proto exactly what the set includes so they are sure to make the correct substitution. The unique SKU also makes it easy to order a second or third set. Stanley-Proto


SCREWDRIVERThe SE4000 screwdriver features a light-weight, ergonomic design, resulting in fatigue-proof operation. It features a compact design with a tool length of only 9 ½” making it perfectly balanced in the hand. The screwdriver’s ergonomically designed shell houses a heavy-duty for-ward and reverse running motor featur-ing 4,000 rpm and up to 53 inch-lbs of tightening torque suitable for driving drywall screws into both metal and wood studs. The tool’s onboard Variospeed electronics offers infinite no-speed load speeds of up to 4,000 rpm and ensures easy and consistent screw driving with its precision adjustable screw depth feature.Metabo Corporation


BAND SAWThe versatile 18-inch band saw can be used for cutting a variety of materials in-cluding wood, plastic, composites and ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The four-speed saw features a solid precision ground cast iron work surface for durabil-ity and accuracy, a welded steel frame and four-inch dust collection ports. The table tilts up to 45°. The #83018 band saw has a mitre gauge and precision machined rip fence for performing different operations. Blade changing is made easy with a ten-sion and tracking mechanism. The unit is also available in a 15” size.Palmgren Steel Products


DETAIL SANDERThe Vacuum Dynafine Detail Sander is ideal for sanding into corners and tight areas and efficiently captures dust and contaminants. It is an air-powered finish-ing sander which is ideal for use on furni-ture, moldings, door jams and various materials including metal, wood, carbon filter, fiberglass and composites. Running at 13,000 rpm, the tool features a 1/32” diameter orbital pattern. The tool is avail-able in either a Self-Generated Vacuum Model or a Central Vacuum Model for connection to an external central vacuum system. As the tool is sanding, it efficient-ly diverts dust, debris and contaminants including Hexavalent Chromium to an external vacuum source ensuring a clean-er, safer workplace.Dynabrade, Inc.CIRCLE NO. 89 ON READER REPLY CARD

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PLIERS WRENCHSnap-on’s new PWZ3 Pliers Wrench is designed to work in those hard-to-get-at-spots that require a powerful tool that works quickly and efficiently. Suitable for rods and front end work, it has specially hardened jaws and inwardly angled teeth for a stronger, more secure grip on object. Features include quick adjustment of grip width and built-in guard against un-threading. The inner handle has built-in protection against pinching. The wrench can easily be locked into the desired pos-ition with the adjusting screw. The jaw grip increases when pressure is put on the handle. Narrow jaws give perfect access-ibility, also in cramped corners.Snap-on Tools Company


BENCH MODEL SANDERThe Dayton Bench Model Sander can be used to sand, grind and debur all types of materials. A direct drive transmission with a capacitor motor allows the sander to work efficiently under heavy loads with-out slowing and bogging down. The belt can be used vertically or horizontally and a tension mechanism permits easy belt changes. The #2PA29 sander comes with an open stand, miter gauge, tables and abrasives.W.W. Grainger, Inc.


AIR TOOLSDynabrade introduces a new line of 1.3 HP air tools available as a Right Angle Sander and a Right Angle Depressed Center Wheel Grinder. Available in 4”, 4 ½” and 5” diameters, the tools are excel-lent for fast stock removal applications. Both tools are available in either 12,000 to 13,500 rpm. The grinder is ideal for use with Type 27 grinding wheels. The disc sander is for use with a wide variety of coated abrasives. The tools feature a governor assembly for maintaining RPM under load. Also included is a safety-lock throttle to prevent accidental start-up and a Spindle Lock for fast, easy abrasive/wheel change. A two-position side handle for left or right hand use is included.Dynabrade , Inc.


MASTER TOOL SETSStanley Proto has introduced 86 new Master Tool Sets. The new sets were de-veloped to meet the Country of Origin (COO) requirements for the Trade Agree-ments Act (TAA) and are identified by the addition of GSA to the SKU number. The new sets mean that Proto now has a TAA-compliant version of every Master set in its line.Stanley Proto Industrial Tools


ROTARY HAMMERThe KHE 56 SDS-Max rotary hammer is suitable for drilling large holes, leveling walls and medium-heavy chiseling. The versatile KHE 56 combination hammer allows users to quickly and easily move between masonry drilling and chiseling operations without switching tools. The rotary hammer’s Metabo VibraTech (MVT) side handle, and rear handle fea-turing active vibration dampening con-struction and rubber grips, help to reduce user fatigue and discomfort, while Meta-bo’s S-automatic safety clutch and extra long side handle protects against kick-back. An additional mounting point for the side handle at the rear of the tool al-lows for more comfortable control of the tool when working vertically.Metabo Corporation


SCISSORS, SNIPS AND SHEARSKlein Tools has recently introduced a new line of scissors, shears, snips and trimmers including stainless-steel electrician’s scis-sors, industrial high-leverage shears, in-dustrial utility snips, and bent trimmers. These new cutting tools allow for preci-sion, durability and comfort. Featuring nickel-chrome plating, the industrial high-leverage shears resist corrosion and rust-ing. Broad, short jaws of both the broad blade utility shear and the large broad blade utility shear provide powerful cut-ting action. These two models each have a serrated blade for non-slip cutting action. Industrial utility snips are also nickel-chrome plated to resist corrosion and rust-ing. These snips and shears have one ser-rated blade for non-slip cutting action. Industrial utility snips are spring-loaded for self-operating action.Klein Tools





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CRIMPING TOOLAn updated version of the Crimpmaster ratchet-type crimp tool has been re-designed with a new Santoprene® handle that acts to reduce the risk of repetitive strain injuries. It allows installers to reli-ably terminate dozens of types of wires and cables. Soft, yet durable, the textured handle assures a steady slip-resistant grip even when wet. In addition, it extends tool service life by resisting damaging oils, fluids, perspiration and abrasions. IDEAL has 21 different interchangeable modular plug die sets for its Crimpmaster, including dies for coax, fiber optic and AWG connectors. Dies can be changed on the fly using only a screwdriver. To as-sist in identification, some dies are colour coded to gauge specifications.Ideal Industries, Inc.


PIPE & TUBING CUTTERRIDGID® is introducing its RC-2375 ratcheting plastic pipe and tubing cutter for fast, easy and accurate cutting of up to 2-3/8-inch O.D. capacity. Advanced blade design combined with a ratcheting mech-anism reduce the amount of force needed to cut through plastic pipe and tubing. Durable aluminum construction and ergo-nomic handles provide a comfortable grip for precise and easy cuts of plastic pipe and tubing such as PVC and CPVS, PEX, polyethylene, polybutylene and rubber hose. Featuring X-CEL™ quick-change technology, the blade can be changed in seconds without any tools and lasts up to 2,000 cuts. The quick-change pin has no clips or screws that might be lost during a blade change.RIDGID®


SCREWDRIVERThe TY5100 auto-feed screwdriver has speeds of up to 5000 rpm for increased productivity. A patented Corner-Fit™ feed system allows for placement of screws in corners and around obstructions, while a patented clutch disengages when screw is sufficiently set — to eliminate stripped out heads and prolong bit life. The vari-able speed trigger allows precision fasten-ing at speeds from 0-5000 rpm and “feath-ering” of fasteners for improved control.TyRex, LLC


PORTABLE SANDING TOOLDynabrade’s air-powered industrial-rated Lightweight Dyninger portable sanding tool is excellent for blending and scuffing sealer coatings and for flat surfaces. The air tool eliminates raised grain and re-duces loose fibers when whitewood sand-ing and provides a uniform and smooth surface. The Lightweight Dyninger is available in two different tool configura-tions. A spindle-mount version, which utilizes a ¼” collet for mounting 4” diam-eter spindle-mount abrasive sanding stars and an arbor-mount version for mounting one up to five 4” abrasive sanding stars.Dynabrade, Inc.


DOUBLE MITER SAWThe rugged Inmes IM-350 Double Miter Saw makes quick work of cutting small and large moulding applications. It was developed for cutting with absolute preci-sion giving a perfect miter corner joint. The two large 350mm blades are easily capable of cutting up to 8 ¼” x 4 1/8” molding at 45°. The saw table and cabinet are built of heavy-duty cast iron to ensure durability and ability.PAM Fastening Technology


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RECIPROCATING SAWThe 15 amp Super Sawzall® Reciprocat-ing Saw features the patented Gear Pro-tecting Clutch™ which extends gear and motor life by absorbing sudden blade lock-up. Its 15 amp motor provides high overload protection and with its Constant Power Technology™ also maintains con-stant speed and power under cutting load. The saw has a patented Counter Balance Mechanism™ that produces extremely low vibration levels. Milwaukee Electric Tool


BENCH GRINDERThe Dayton industrial bench grinder is suitable for grinding, cleaning, deburring, chamfering and sharpening activities. Built for continuous and efficient use, the 8-inch wheel grinder is designed to han-dle heavy stock removal to finishing ap-plications. The heavy-duty capacitor mo-tor supplies the extra current needed during start-up and operation under a load. An extended wheel-to-motor clear-ance can easily handle longer items. The grinder also features adjustable tool rests, safety glasses and an exclusive single port dust collection system.W.W. Grainger, Inc.


DOUBLE MITER SAWThe rugged Inmes IM-350 Double Miter Saw makes quick work of cutting small and large moulding applications. The two large 350mm blades are easily capable of cutting up to 8 ¼” x 4 1/8” moulding. A feature to improve the work environment is the availability of two dust ports on the rear, making it much simpler to connect to a dust collection system, so it is easier to maintain a safe and clean working en-vironment. The saw table and cabinet are built of heavy-duty cast iron to ensure durability and ability.PAM Fastening Technology


PNEUMATIC SCREWDRIVERSThe Torq2™ HDP Series direct drive pneumatic screwdrivers feature pistol grip drivers which are available with torque ranges from 22 lbf•in to 115 lbf•in. The drivers are appropriate for a wide variety of soft draw applications, such as wood screws, self-tapping screws or trim screws. The new drivers feature an ergonomic de-sign that provides operator comfort and gripping power. The sculpted thermoplas-tic elastomer housings have been designed to help deliver balanced, lightweight, non-fatigue performance. A quick change col-let facilitates bit changing.ASG Division of Jergens, Inc.


RECIPROCATING SAWThe new Hilti WSR 36-A cordless re-ciprocating saw can cut through the same tough applications that are typically per-formed with a corded saw, without the hassle or set up time of cords or gener-ators. With its 36 V 3.3 Ah CPC Li-Ion battery, it is ideal for cutting pipe, strut, thread rod, steel studs and other miscel-laneous steel. It can also be used for cut-ting wood with nails, wood beams, treated lumber, plywood, wood composites as well as in plastics. Hilti Active Vibration Reduction (AVR) is an integrated feature of this new tool. Ergonomically designed operating controls and comfortable hand-ling, help maintain control when cutting overhead and in difficult to reach areas.Hilti, Inc.


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“Suppliers now need to become actively engaged in devising ways for users to help protect the environment,” says Mr. Morrison, who has spent virtually all his career “in plastic boxes” with determina-tion and enthusiasm.

“Suppliers can do this by following the Buckhorn way of adapting existing product lines and developing new ones through R&D and meaningful investment in technology.”

Buckhorn is also diligent about po-tential waste created through the use of its products. It will back any damaged or worn-out plastic products and cycle them as something new, such as containers for general industry and the automotive sec-tor.

At the corporate level, Buckhorn has stepped up to the plate to help such Quebec companies as Cascades Paper Group and AFG Industries. In each instance, Buckhorn was able to devise a

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Cascade’s subsidiary company Recuperation Cascades specializes in paper recycling. It found that it needed to collect waste paper from its custom-ers in a more efficient way and turned to Buckhorn for help.

“Recuperation Cascades had already been supplying its customers with our ex-tended-height bulk boxes for waste-paper collection,” Mr. Morrison says. “However, customers often faced a stiff challenge, which was to move the box from point of use to the pickup location, generally the loading dock.”

Dollies and carts were unsuitable due to the weights involved. Instead, the solu-tion presented itself by fitting heavy-duty casters to the base of the extended-length Buckhorn bulk boxes.

“Not only is the box easier to handle, its capacity is far greater than the previ-ous box,” says Mr. Morrison. “As a result, Recuperation Cascades is able to reduce the frequency of pickups and so save on labour, transport and fuel costs.”

Another product Buckhorn is helping to keep out of landfill sites is cullet, which is the name given to glass waste such as off-cuts and old glass. When properly collected and sorted, cullet is returned to the manufacturer. There, when mixed with appropriate raw materials, it can once again be processed in high-intensity ovens, to emerge just like new.

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To help customers return clean, sorted cullet for recycling, AFG has since 2004 supplied them with Buckhorn plastic containers. By formalizing the process, AFG finds that the cullet is cleaner and better segregated in terms of clean glass and coloured glass before it goes into the containers.

What’s also noteworthy is that this rela-tively modest effort to make things easier all round, has helped AFG to cement its customer service relationships. Plus, at the end of the day, improvements in the recycling process are bound to result in the manufacture of a superior product to begin the cycle again.Buckhorn Canada Inc.



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CHIP VACUUMEXAIR’s new Mini Chip Vac System is a compact, powerful vacuum for chips and other dry materials. It is used to clean chips from fixtures, floors and work sur-faces of machining centers, lathes, saws, mills and other industrial equipment. The compressed air powered vacuum creates a powerful cyclonic action that effectively vacuums metal, wood or plastic chips into the included 5 gallon container. Dusty materials such as absorbents are trapped by the 0.1 micron filter bag to keep the surrounding air clean. The system in-cludes a shutoff valve, filter bag, five gal-lon container with lid and locking ring, 3m flexible vacuum hose, aluminum chip wand, two extension wands, crevice tool, brush, skimmer and floor tool.EXAIR Corporation


THERMAL IMAGERSFluke thermal imagers now include ro-bust in-box training to help users get up and running quickly. The two and one-half hour training package includes step-by-step instructions covering both the theory and practice of thermal imaging. It’s designed to help new owners get the most from their thermal imagers, to re-fresh veteran users on the technology and to serve as an ongoing training tool. Sec-tions include Introduction to Thermog-raphy, Benefits of Thermal Imaging, Thermography Fundamentals, an Emis-sivity Table and an FOV Calculator. In-structions are also included for setting up and operating the Fluke Ti25, Fluke Ti110, Fluke TiR1 and Fluke TiR Ther-mal Imagers.Fluke Electronics Canada


HOSE CLEANING KITSUltra Clean hose cleaning kits remove contaminants from inside hydraulic hose assemblies, thereby reducing the risk of downtime resulting from clogged filters, component malfunctions and hose fail-ure. The Ultra Clean system employs an air-powered launcher that fires projectiles through the hose to eliminate debris. The Standard Ultra Clean Kit is ideal for pro-duction hose/tube shops and mobile fab-ricators, tackles ¼” through 2” hose, tube or pipe. Its launcher and nozzles are manu-factured from precision-machined alum-inum and are fully anodized, making them suitable for harsh environments and heavy use. The Economy Kit is capable of clean-ing ¼” through 1 ¼” hose, tube or pipe. Its durable brass launcher is constructed with aluminum internals and features a quarter-turn locking ring to facilitate easy nozzle change and projectile loading.Parker Hannifin’s Hose Products Division


TANK CLEANING HEADSTwo NLB 3750 3-D tank cleaning heads feature a redesigned hub assembly that triples the seal life of previous models and simplifies seal replacement, reducing downtime. Both deliver the 3-D cleaning action with rotating high-pressure water jet nozzles mounted on a revolving head to maximize interior coverage in tanks and reactors. High-pressure water jets re-move chemical and resin build-up from tanks and reactors, while eliminating the need for anyone to enter a confined space. They are environmentally-friendly, since they use nothing but water.NLB Corp.


DMS SOFTWAREUE Systems recently upgraded their data management software (DMS) for use with UE Systems’ digital Ultraprobes. This upgrade will help technicians analyze the cost of faulty equipment, calculate revenue earned from repaired vs non-repaired leaks, evaluate a plant’s energy loss and as-sociated carbon footprint, while ensuring their plant is efficient, safe and profitable. The software is simple to download, ex-tremely effective for inspection manage-ment and offers features such as drag and drop of data for customized reporting, data fields to view energy waste and a plant’s carbon footprint, the ability to se-lect exact components for route analysis and reporting, and the opportunity to add images to a historical record. It also allows its users to even develop trend charts, setup alarm groups and enable reports. UE Systems, Inc.


ANTI-STICK AGENTGarlock’s anti-stick agent facilitates re-moval of gaskets from flanged joints. Called Flange Free™, the new material is a high-temperature, inorganic coating that Garlock is initially applying to its line of extreme-grade gaskets for critical ser-vice applications. All of the company’s compressed sheet gasketing will be treat-ed with the new material beginning in the first-quarter of 2009. Free Flange is fused to the surface of the gasket materials and does not contain chemicals that can cause the gaskets to crack or otherwise degrade. The anti-stick compound makes gaskets easier to remove.Garlock Sealing Technologies


ACCELEROMETERThe model 786-500 accelerometer has a high output and broadband frequency re-sponse for multi-use applications. It is suited to condition monitoring and pre-dictive maintenance of a variety of rotat-ing equipment. Slow speed applications benefit from the strong 500 mV/g output because it overcomes data collector noise that can mask indicators at low frequen-cies. In high speed applications, the unit provides five times the sensitivity of gen-eral purpose accelerometers for better de-tection of low level vibrations. The excel-lent low frequency response makes it ideal for slow speed condition monitoring ap-plications such as cooling tower fans, slow speed gearboxes, wind turbines, food pro-cessing equipment, slow speed agitators, paper machine rollers, and large fans.Wilcoxon Research


WIRE CABLE LOCATORThe Model 1000/2000 wire cable locator will locate and identify breakers, locate and identify blown fuses, trace concealed wiring in walls and floors, locate junction boxes, find shorts to ground, trace wires in metal conduit. It consists of a transmit-ter and separate receiver. It also provides tracing and fault locating under concrete.Brunelle Instruments Inc.



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NOZZLESAn acoustic monitoring device to verify the per-formance of tank clean-ing nozzles is available from Spraying Systems Co. SprayCheck® TW easily mounts to the exterior of the tank and documents nozzle oper-ation – eliminating the need for human monitor-ing and post-cleaning validation tests. Request

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FULL LINE BROCHUREPowerBoss, Inc.’s new full line brochure gives a quick overview on all of the pieces in their line. From Automatic Scrubbers (walk-behind and ride-on) to Sweepers (walk-behind and ride-on) and Combination Sweepers/Scrubbers, you can find information on the type of machine that will fit your needs. www.

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VI-CAS EXPANDS ITS FAMILY OF ROLLERSVi-Cas Manufacturing expands their line of rollers to include cushion rollers, solid versions, finned and drive roller designs which are ideal for virtually any material

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VACUUM CLEANERVAC-U-MAX introduced the first venturi-driven air operated vacuum cleaner in 1954. These units re-flect our experience and are the most versatile, heavy-duty and efficient vacuums on the market today. www.vac-u-max.comVAC-U-MAX

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OMEGAMATION™Omega transforms the world of auto-mation with its NEW OMEGAMATION™ line of automation products. The new hardbound, 1056 page, full colour Omegamation Complete Automation Handbook and Encyclopedia is now available. It offers detailed information, technical reference and specifications on thou-

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SAVE ON INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION PRODUCTSAutomationDirect’s volume 11 catalogue offers 6,000 industrial automation products for a wide range of applica-tions. The latest volume is loaded with over 1,900 pages featuring product descriptions, technical data, photos and price lists for PLCs, touch screen monitors, AC drives/mo-

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COATING THICKNESS GAGE FOR ALL METAL SUBSTRATESCatalogue describes the tougher smarter features of the redesigned PosiTector® 6000 Coating Thickness Gage including large impact-resistant Lexan® display, IP5X ingress protection and protective rubber holster. Still simple and accurate, Posi-Tector® 6000 retains all of its sim-plicity and functionality for

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TACTILE SURFACE PRESSURE INDICATING SENSORPressurex® reveals pres-sure distribution and magnitude between any two contacting or impact-ing surfaces. Pressurex® is a thin sensor film that in-stantaneously and perma-nently captures a pressure profile “snapshot” by virtue of its changing colour. Conceptually simi-lar to Litmus paper, the

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POWER-RETURN RULESKlein Tools recently added the Offset Tape Stop™ Power-Return Rule to its product line. This tape measure features patented offset and saddle reference markings that enable electrical contract-ors to create the majority of three-bend saddle and offset bends without compli-cated calculations. The front of the rule displays saddle bend calculations, while the back of the rule shows offset calcula-tions, making it easier for users to deter-mine angle bends. Complete multiplier formulas are printed at the end of the tape. A comfortable, non-slip rubber grip protects against impact and a dual end hook easily attaches to conduits.Klein Tools


INSPECTION SYSTEMThe Verifier H Series X-Ray Inspection System is designed for industrial, auto-motive and medical device assemblers. The Verifier H Series provides manufac-turing quality assessment and defect de-tection of components and assemblies across industrial, automotive and medical markets. Examples of Industrial/auto-motive inspectable assemblies include: inkjet cartridges, electro-mechanical as-semblies, sensors, castings. Encapsulated control circuits, etc., including dense materials inspection, such as: castings, metal shielding, heat sinks and encapsu-lation materials. The Verifier H provides comprehensive tools for data collection, measurement and analysis reporting.FocalSpot, Inc.


RUPTURE DETECTION SYSTEMSuitable for the largest of sites, the Radio-Tel Wireless Detection System features real-time process monitoring of disc status and temperature. Radio-Tel works with Elfab’s non-invasive magnetic rupture detection system, Flo-Tel+, to deliver quick notification when a disc ruptures, resulting in reduced process downtime. When installed, the Radio-Tel transmitters are situated close to the rupture disc and easily plug into the Flo-Tel+. This eliminates the need for elec-tricians to complete slow and expensive wiring jobs, previously required with all-detection systems. The transmitters send regular updates, called health messages, to the receiver every minute and im-mediate alerts when a rupture is detect-ed.Elfab


PRECLEANERFlexco’s new High-Temp ConShear™ Precleaner provides extended blade wear life in high temperature conveyor appli-cations. It is designed for use in a broad range of industries including asphalt, limestone, clinker, paper mill and foun-dry applications. The precleaner is well-suited for applications with continuous ambient temperatures up to 135°C and spikes to 163°C. Its patented, facet-pro-file blade design provides a refreshed blade cleaning edge as wear reaches each facet providing a more consistent clean-ing performance. A Material Path Op-tion lets the user select the width blade for the material path on the belt, which means better cleaning and less retension-ing maintenance.Flexco


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CORROSION PROTECTIONKrylon® Industrial Rust Tough® acrylic alkyd and aerosol enamels provide corro-sion protection in one coat. Rust Tough’s hard, high-gloss finish resists chipping and peeling, with a rust inhibitor built into the topcoat. Formulated colour retention resists fading with exceptional durability. Designed for industrial use, the acrylic alkyd enamel is a high-solids maintenance coating that can be applied direct-to-metal on new and clean substrates. It is suitable for use in both interior and exterior appli-cations, including storage tanks, structural steel, fencing, machinery, piping, convey-ors, metal doors, handrails, pipe racks, safety markings and marine applications above boot toppings. It is free of lead haz-ards with no heavy metals.Krylon Products Group


PRESSURE WASHERKarcher has introduced exclusively to the Canadian market, the dual-burner, high-volume hot water pressure washer. These new industrial-duty, skid-mounted pres-sure washers are designed for the clean-ing professional and feature a flow rate of up to 2340 liters per hour and are capable of producing true 93.3°C hot water. They also come standard with a wet-steam stage, which is often needed to clean synthetic greases and oils. These high-powered cleaning machines are suitable for cleaning heavy equipment and trucks, washing oil field equipment and even thawing frozen culverts. All four models are configured so two operators can use the same pressure washer simultaneously and deliver a high-pressure spray of up to 3000 psi for even faster, high-impact cleaning.Karcher



January 12-15, 2009 — ProMat 2009, McCormick Place South, Chicago, IL 1-800-446-2622; (704) 676-1186; www.ProMatShow.com

April 20-22, 2009 — Health & Safety Canada 2009, IAPA, Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, ON 1-800-406-4272; (905) 614-4272; Fax: (905) 614-1414; e-mail: [email protected]; www.iapa.ca

May 19 – 21, 2009 — Advanced Manufacturing Expo, Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME),

Place Bonaventure, Montreal, Quebec 888-322-7333; www.sme.org

May 19-21, 2009 — Plant Maintenance & Design Engineering Show, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, Place Bonaventure, Montreal, Quebec 888-322-7333; www.sme.org

June 16-18, 2009 — Western Manufacturing Technology Show, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, Northlands Park-AgriCom, Edmonton, Alberta 888-322-7333; www.sme.org

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PLATFORM VEHICLEThe Raymond Company has recently introduced a new version of its Main-tenance Platform Vehicle (MPV) which provides flexible operation, comfort and stability for overhead maintenance and repair at elevations up to 9.4 meters. The Raymond MPV has an enclosed operator platform and is ideal for overhead main-tenance applications that require swift and reliable response. A lift truck equipped with the Raymond MPV can travel at its fully elevated height of 371 inches. The embedded ACR System™, which is stan-dard on all MPV models, regulates speed relative to elevated height at a speed of 1 to 6.5 miles per hour when fully elevated. A narrow profile allows the vehicle to be used in very narrow aisles and its clear view mast provides excellent visibility for operators at all mast elevations.The Raymond Corporation


TUBE SKIMMERZebra Skimmers has introduced new fea-ture options for its Sidewinder™ Tube Skimmer. The new options include: mounting brackets — magnetic tank mount or discharge paint mount types; integrated timer; on/off switch; motor configurations with fuse protection.Zebra Skimmers Corporation


LASER ALIGNMENT TOOLPinpoint is introducing this 2 dimensional Laser Microgage for precision measuring, machine alignment, calibration and other demanding industrial applications. Roll and web lines, CNC cutting and milling equipment, lathes, stamping presses, in-jection molding machines, extrusion sys-tems and other production equipment are easily checked and aligned for improved operating efficiency and reduced down-time. The Microgage 2D is compact, easy to set-up and use right on the factory floor. Several simple accessories allow for alignment of straightness, runout, paral-lelism, squareness, roll & web alignment, shaft and bore alignment, flatness meas-uring and much more.Pinpoint Laser Systems


INTELLIGENT CAMERAThe IMPACT™ A20 Intelligent Camera, along with the bundled IMPACT Soft-ware Suite, delivers high-end machine vision power and flexibility in a vision sensor profile. The camera is industrially rugged yet compact, offering high-per-formance on-board image processing, a digital image sensor, real-time I/O and 256 MB of on-board memory. Included in the IMPACT Software Suite, the IM-PACT Vision Program Manager (VPM) now has more than 120 tools, including OCR, blob analysis, circle gauge, circular pattern find, line find, sub-pixel gauging and many other advanced vision tools that allow users to create vision programs to suit a broad range of applications.PPT Vision, Inc.


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PIPELINE INSPECTION SYSTEMEnvirosight offers rugged VeriSight™ Push Camera with Tri-Frequency SON-DE. This pipeline video inspection sys-tem stores 45 hours of MPEG4 video and connects to PC via USB. The system com-bines a stainless-steel self-leveling camera with tri-frequency SONDE; a splash-proof digital controller with text-writer and storage for 45 hours of MPEG4 video and a welded stainless-steel reel with Kev-lar-reinforced push rod. The self-leveling push camera captures upright, detailed colour inspection footage from even the most challenging lines, including those with S-traps.Envirosight, LLC


VACUUMSThe new Hilti VC20-U and VC40-U vacu-ums are designed specifically for building and construction, mechanical, electrical and interior finishing. They are ideal for dry and wet cutting, and grinding, drilling and dry coring, wet coring, angle grinding and wood applications. The valve opens automatically every 15 seconds, reversing the air flow by three times per millisecond, shaking the filter clean. The vacuums stop automatically when their tanks are full so the operator never has to worry about the filter being drowned by water or slurry.Hilti, Inc.


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Choose from MTW, THHN and TFFN styles in themost common gauge sizes and colors

• 4 to 18 gauge wire in 500 and 2500-ft. reels• All colors and sizes in stock, starting at $29

for 500-ft. spool• FREE shipping on orders over $300 (shipped

standard ground; LTL extra to Canada)

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Signal and power terminal blocks forpoint-to-point wiring

• Screw-type terminal blocks in standard gray, plus seven colors for popular sizes

• Screwless terminal blocks also available• Power distribution blocks, SCCR rated

up to 200kA

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Rigid and flexible wire duct &Liquid-tight tubing

• All rigid duct comes in 2 meter lengths, withcover, sold individually or in value packs

• Flexible duct, braided sleeving and ductaccessories available

• 30-meter liquid-tight tubing, coils in diameters from 3/8 to 2 inches

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Over 1,600 enclosuresfrom Hubbell/

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• NEMA 1, 3S, 3R, 4, 4X, 6P, 4/12 and 13 metallic enclosures

• Non-metallic line for harsh outdoor environments in NEMA 3R or 4X

• Steel and stainless flanged enclosures for disconnect mounting

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Choose from the HT800 30 mm metal NEMA series,22 mm metal or non-metal IEC devices, andincandescent or brightstacklights for panelcontrols

• Flush, extended, illuminated or non-illuminated,mushroom and guarded pushbuttons, manyavailable in multiple colors

• Pilot and push-to-test lights• Selector switches in knob, lever and

keyed versions• Stacklights in modular or pre-assembled units

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SPLIT POINT STEP DRILL BITSThe spiral flutes of RUKO high-performancestep drills are CBN-ground for a better andsharper cutting edge without burrs.Available in ranges to cut holes up to 1-1/8 inches, you won't find a better price on these high-precision tools.

JOBBER-LENGTH DRILL BITSOur high performance twist drillsare suitable for all normal drillingin conventional materials.Available in High Speed Steel (HSS)and Titanium Nitride-coated High Speed Steel, thesedrill bits are available in 1/16 to 1/2 inch hole sizes.

MACHINE TAPSChoose from 9 sizes in coarse or fine thread machine taps.

KNOCKOUT PUNCHESRuko’s knockout punch hole-cutting tools include a punch, dieand draw bolt. Use for sheet steel, stain-less-steel sheets, non-ferrous and light metals, and plasticswith a ball bearing washer to reduce cutting effort.Replacement bolts are offered in three popular sizes.

Our shipping policies make it easier than ever to order direct from the U.S.!Free standard ground shipping is availablefororders totaling over $300 U.S. (except for itemswhich require LTL shipping, see Web site for details).Also, save on brokerage fees whenshipping stan-dard ground to Canada - you can choose toallow AutomationDirect to nominate a broker foryour shipment for parts shipping via standardground. This can save you big on brokerage fees.See Web site for details and restrictions - www.automationdirect.com/canada

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