NEW PRODUCTS
Combustible Gas Detector
Monitoring combustible gases in lower explosive limit, Model IR400 provides 4 to 20 mA analog signal proportional to 0-100% LEL concentration... Read More.
Chip Vacuum
Powered by compressed air, Mini Chip Vac's cyclonic action vacuums metal, wood, or plastic chips into 5 gal container, and traps dusty materials via 0.1 micron filter bag... Read More.
INDUSTRY LINKS
Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference 2009, March 3-4, Orlando, FL. Focus is on the latest advancements and economics in electric motor, drive automation and power systems efficiency and technology; network with peers, professionals, and potential business partners. Learn more.
Lean, Reliable & Lubed 2009, April 28-30, Columbus, OH. Lean Manufacturing, Reliability World, and Lubrication Excellence conferences/exhibition. Learn more.
IEN Quick Search 2009: Your handy guide to products & suppliers.Search here.
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FOUR NEW TOGGLE CLAMPS OFFER SAFETY LOCKS
New toggle clamps with safety locks come in four types: latch-action, vertical-handle, horizontal-handle and push/pull styles. All have a comfortable handle grip, and are made of durable high-grade steel (many also available in stainless steel). Learn more. |
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3-Axis Beam Control Laser Marker Covers 300mm² Area
The KEYENCE ML-Z9500 Laser Marker features the world’s first, simultaneous 3-axis (X, Y and Z) beam control. A 42mm, variable focal length provides high-speed, distortion-free marking of products which have different heights, inclined, cylindrical, circular or conical surfaces. Large numbers of targets can be marked uniformly in an ultra-large 300mm² area without indexing the marker or products. The ML-Z9500 maintains a constant beam spot size throughout the entire marking area ensuring clear, accurate marking. More info. | |
TECH CLOSE-UP |
Getting Selective about Reliability and Safety
Selective coordination is the selection of fuses and circuit breakers in such a way that an overload or short circuit on one branch circuit will cause only the fuse or circuit breaker feeding that circuit to open, without causing upstream circuit breakers or fuses to open. It can help to mitigate arc-flash hazards and keep essential equipment running, while preventing unnecessary downtime, lost production, and equipment damage... Full Story |
HOW TO |
Guidelines for Successful Rotary Draw Bending
While tube and pipe can be bent using a variety of methods, one of the most common is rotary draw bending. Done correctly, this process produces good results at a reasonable cost... Full Story |
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ALUMINUM STRUCTURAL FRAMING: Everything to Build Anything
Bosch Rexroth’s durable, flexible T-slot aluminum profiles let you create anything from simple frames and bases to complete, multi-functional structures—for a wide range of loads and applications -- using common hand tools. Reusable components let you change your structures fast, in response to changing needs. Anodized aluminum surfaces provide, clean, aesthetically pleasing appearance. For fast delivery, use our online Framing Shop.
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PROBLEM SOLVERS |
Conveyor Moves Bus Bars from Press to Packaging
Producing more than 42,000 parts a day takes reliable equipment -- a single broken part can bring production to a halt. That’s why Sumitomo Electrical Wiring Systems uses Dorner 2200 Series conveyors... Full Story
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