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Canadian Industrial Equipment News May 2010

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Hannay’s stainless steel hose reel for confined spaces and heavy-duty applications. page 3

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C-more 6-inch TFT colour touch screen HMI panel for vibrant and intuitive screens. page 3

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Drawers combine high density and bulk storage while saving valuable floor space. page 4

plus ... focus on factory automation, plant maintenance, new product highlights, application features and coming events

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Tennant’s Mid-Sized Rider Sweeper’s new design improves maintenance access. page 6


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On the cover ... STAINLESS STEEL HOSE REEL may 2010 Vol. 71 No. 5 Editor and Associate Publisher Olga Markovich tel: (416) 510-5113

The SSN700 series stainless steel hose reel is specifically designed for heavy-duty applications, and is compact and mountable in tight spaces. With no paint to chip and no potential for rust and corrosion, these reels are ideal for the food and beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries as well as harsh environments.

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Publisher Michael King tel: (416) 510-5107 Sales Manager Mark Larcher tel: (416) 510-5125 Circulation Diane Rakoff tel: (416) 510-5216 Art Director Sheila Wilson Production Manager Kim Collins Reader Service Liz Callaghan Administrative Assistant Diane Moskal Vice-President, Canadian Publishing Alex Papanou President, Business Information Group Bruce Creighton

TOUCH PANEL

The C-more micro family now offers a 6-inch TFT colour touch screen. The panel’s 32.768 colours provide clear and colourful graphics for vibrant and intuitive screens. The free programming software offers the choice of using built-in objects or importing custom graphics. The user can create and save custom objects and graphics to software libraries for fast and easy access from multiple projects. The 6-inch touch panel is equipped with a standard Type B USB programming port and five durable function keys with LED indicators. The unit offers 3.2Mb memory, LED backlighting, multistate bitmap support and Windows font support. Its 320x240 screen allows either portrait or landscape installation when space is a concern.

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SWIVEL CLAMP METER

STAINLESS STEEL CORD REEL

Reelcraft’s stainless steel cord reel is designed for applications where corrosion or sanitation are a concern. Heavy gauge 304L stainless steel provides an excellent finish and superior corrosion resistance. Compact and easy to install, the reel includes a 4-5’ pigtail, multipositional guide arm, automatic on/off switch on the reel and a spot light suitable for class 1 and 2 hazardous areas (device only). Reelcraft Industries jgeorge@reelcraft.com, www.reelcraft.com

The Amprobe ACD-21SW Swivel Clamp Meter features a new patented rotating head clamp design which allows easy viewing of the measurements in tight or inconvenient to reach places. Simply rotate the body of the meter to get an unobstructed view of the LCD display. Reach set of features and CAT HI600V safety reading for use in electrical and HVAC applications. The unit’s features also include 180° rotating head for display viewing, advanced VoltTect noncontact voltage detection and slim jaw design with one hand operation. This unique clamp meter measures AC Current up to 400 ACA, AC/DC Voltage up to 600V, Resistance and Capacitance as well as temperature measurements. It accommodates conductors up to 1.18” (30mm) in diameter. ITM Instruments info@itm.com, www.itm.com

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You canput a price on workplace safety and efficiency. It’s the cost of a Hannay Reel.

AIR KNIFE EPOXY SYSTEM

Master Bond EP21FL is a two-part epoxy resin system that features low to moderate viscosity. It is well suited for potting, coating and sealing electronic assemblies and excels at bonding dissimilar substrates with different coefficients of expansion. This high performance adhesive has a wide service temperature range of –60°F to +250°F. This system produces high strength castings, bonds and seals which are remarkably resistant to thermal cycling and shock. Its bond strength is generally greater than 1,500 psi and its tensile strength normally exceeds 1,100 psi. Master Bond Inc. jbrenner@masterbond.com, www.masterbond.com

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You demand a productive workplace. One that’s as compliant with safety regulations as it is efficient. And Hannay reels deliver.

CARBIDE MILLING CUTTERS

Seco’s new Jabro Solid2 (Solid Square) carbide milling cutters are available in diameters from 1/8” to 1”. These easy-to-use and versatile square shoulder mills are suitable for general machining applications across a wide range of material groups from carbon steels to gray cast iron to stainless and super alloys in both wet and dry applications. Seco is offering the Solid2 in a JS550 easy-to-use series for all basic operations in steel, stainless, and cast irons and available in 2- 3-, and 4-fluted cutters for side milling and/or slotting. The series features an increased core diameter allowing larger cuts for reduced cycle times and costs. Seco Tools of Canada secocanada@secotools.com, www.secotools.com

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THERMAL PRINTERS

The Seiko small footprint DPU-D series panel mount thermal printers streamline integration and cut mechanical design time for engineers developing medical device and test and measurement applications. They are small, fast and provide drop-in integration simplicity, giving medical device manufacturers a critical alternative to conventional printer mechanism designs. The low-voltage DPU-D series thermal printers are rated for a minimum of 100 million pulses and 50km printed output, providing essential reliability and longevity. Calbrooke Marketing Inc. info@calbrooke.com, www.calbrooke.com

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Our dedicated dealers know your business and will get it right the first time. To find the best reels money can buy, contact your local Hannay dealer at http://go.hannay.com/dealer.

EXAIR’s new PVDF Super Air Knife™ provides a laminar curtain of air that can be used to blowoff, clean, and dry in highly corrosive environments not suitable for stainless steel. It is ideal for use in the manufacturing of solar cells, lithium ion batteries, semiconductors, medical devices and processes that include electroplating, transfer of acids, caustic chemicals, brine and solvent recovery. Its durable construction consists of PVDF, Hastelloy® C-276 alloy screws, and a PTFE shim to adjust the force and flow of the airstream. These components offer superior strength and resistance to UV light, inorganic chemicals, solvents, ozone, weather, fungi, chlorinated hydrocarbons, highly corrosive acids, weak bases and salts. It can withstand temperatures of up to 135°C and has no moving parts to wear out. EXAIR Corporation

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The B Series 50 mL cartridges feature an innovative interface for the mixer and pre-assembled built-in piston retention for easier use. The B Series cartridges have a rectangular back fitting the industry standard for dispensers. The series is currently available in 50mL, fully assembled, 1:1 and 2:1 ratio polypropylene cartridges. Features include a removable cap, a stronger attachment flange, separated outlets to minimize cross contamination, pre-assembled pistons with or without o-ring and innovative interface with the mixer. Sulzer Mixpac USA, Inc. mixpac@sulzer.com, www.sulzermixpacusa.com

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On the cover ... ROLLING DRAWERS

Compatible with more than 35 different brands of shelving, the drawers are a fast and easy way to reclaim valuable floor space and combine high density with bulk storage. Customize drawers with partitions, dividers, plastic bins and more. Rousseau offers a Lifetime Warranty on the “R” rolling drawer mechanism. Rosseau’s rugged heavy duty modular R Drawer System offers 400 pounds capacity and 100% access.

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DECORATIVE SCREW COLLARS

MODULAR FIXTURING BASES

As an alternative to traditional 2-D welding tables, Bluco Corporation offers 3-dimensional modular fixturing bases which provide the foundation for a variety of different fixture setups. Expandable in five directions by attaching modular angles, blocks and beams with stabilizing legs where needed, this base is the ideal solution for both prototype and production environments. Bluco Corporation www.bluco.com

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Decorative screw collars are simple, easy to use hardware concealing solutions for just about any project. The Ark-Plas line includes screw covers that can be used with many different types of fasteners along with specialized covers designed for specific fastening hardware. The covers are designed to easily fit into virtually any assembly-line type application or project work site. Popon Screw Covers are available in three sizes and can be used with a variety of fasteners as can hinged screw covers. Hex dome covers are designed for use on four popular sizes of Hex bolts and nuts. Hex Socket Cap Screw Covers are designed to conceal hex socket cap screws in surface or countersunk applications. Dome caps are intended for use with #8 or #10 Pan-head screws. Hex Hider covers cover four sizes of hex socket button head cap screws. Tap-On Screw Covers are suitable for use with Phillips head screws and feature a tapered edge that blends nicely into any surface. Ark-Plas® Products, Inc. info@ark-plas.com, www.ark-plas.com

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ETHERNET SWITCH

The Hirschmann MACH 1040 Gigabit Ethernet Switch is a 19” rack mount Layer-2 switch with either 16 front or rear-facing Gigabit Ethernet RJ45/SFP combo ports. The rear-facing option provides a cleaner look and restricts unauthorized access to the cabling and with ports support version 2 of Precision Time Protocol while four of the 16 ports are available with Power over Ethernet. The RJ45/SFP combo ports facilitate the flexible implementation of high-speed data networks. Belden

METAL DETECTORS

The Peakpro harness comes with a RFID T-chip embedded into the harness which allows a safety manager to see the history of the harness and any scheduled maintenance due, at the scan of a bar code reader. The chip is virtually indestructible. The Peakpro is not only technologically advanced but it is also designed for greater comfort and ease of donning. Ralston CanSafe

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SHAFT COLLARS

Ruland offers a full range of smooth core shaft collars in 316-grade stainless steel to meet the demanding needs of food processing, medical and pharmaceutical applications. They are available in one- and twopiece clamp-style designs with bore sizes from 1/8” to 3” in the inch series and 3mm to 50mm in the metric series. All shaft collars are single point faced to ensure perpendicularity and proper alignment. A precise shaft collar face to bore relationship ensures that components are both properly positioned and not tilted on the shaft. Collar face perpendicularity also ensures even pressure on interfaced components. Ruland Manufacturing Co., Inc. marketing@ruland.com, www.ruland.com

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ZONE CONTROL VALVES

The Series ZV2 and 3ZV2 zone valves are suitable for use with temperature controllers and thermostats to control temperature in HVAC systems. The valves control the flow of hot and cold water in the HVAC system thereby controlling temperature. Units come in twoway and three-way construction and incorporate a bidirectional motor. They feature an easy turnkey removable actuator design for ease of installation and are available in 1/2”, 3/4”, 1” and 1 1/4” sizes. Zone valves incorporate manual overrides, and are for use with supply voltages of 120 VAC, 24 VAC, or 220 VAC. Dwyer Instruments, Inc. lit@dwyer-inst.com, www.dwyer-inst.com

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The Eos-Array is an innovative control solution for solar photovoltaic applications. It is a combination of modules which perform the complete control of a photovoltaic plant and is extremely expandable. The core unit is the VUM-M which performs the local bus management of both measuring units, the VMUS and the VMU-P as well as the I/O unit, the VMU-O. The VMU-M assigns the proper local unit address automatically and gathers all the local measurements coming from VMU-S and VMU-P measuring units. The VMU-M can provide, by means of VMU-O modules, two relay outputs to manage alarms and/or external loads and two PC panel temperature inputs. The VMU-S is the DC power measuring unit which features a built-in fuse holder. The VMU-P collects relevant environmental data such as wind speed, air temperature and sun irradiation. Carlo Gavazzi Gavazzi@CarloGavazzi.com, www.GavazziOnline.com

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FEEDER CONTROL MODULE

Hardy Instrument’s HI 1756-FC is a single-feeder control module that mounts directly into an Allen-Bradley® ControlLogix® chassis. It is a closed-loop rate controller used with auger, belt and vibratory-based feeders, converting them from volumetric to gravimetric feeding. The rate controller features true five-point automatic rate calibration, automatic feeder refill, and various alarms including rate tolerance and disturbance utilizing the PLC’s rack I.O. Hardy Instruments hardyinfo@hardyinstruments.com, www.hardyinstruments.com

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On the cover ... RIDER SWEEPER

Tennant introduces a new body design for its popular S30 Mid-Size Rider Sweeper. The new design enhances the Tennnant brand while providing customers with a durable machine that offers easy-to-maintain access to critical components. The S30’s new teal roto-moulded shell has a rounded, more contemporary body style. The new non-corrosive Duramer™ shroud protects against accidental contact and improves service access via clamshell, swing-out rear engine covers and a center-hinged filter cover.

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ULTRASONIC BATHS FOR PARTS CLEANING improve safety and quality by Del Williams

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ngineering consultant Hal Weatherly first learned about ultrasonic cleaning while working in aerospace decades ago. He used ultrasonic technology to clean hydraulic parts before assembly and to prepare clean rubber to metal bonds. In the electronics and semi-conductor industry, he relied on ultrasonic part cleaning to manufacture and control quality in computer chips. “Even a few molecules of contaminant could foul up a chip,” says Weatherly. “Since whatever we scrubbed with would have to be absolutely clean and the process absolutely consistent, there’s no way we could’ve achieved this without ultrasonic cleaning.” Today, using a new generation of advanced ultrasonic cleaning technology, engineers like Weatherly are attaining ROI in months for parts cleaning equipment while improving safety, quality and cost. Traditionally, industrial parts cleaning involved tedious, costly scouring of parts by hand with wire brushes, high-pressure spray washers and the like. It often required special handling and disposal when toxic chemical or solvent baths were used. Despite this, traditional cleaning has not always been consistent or thorough. Cracks, crevices and interior parts have been missed or inadequately cleaned when conventional equipment or human nature hasn’t been up to task. Enter the ultrasonic tank, a process enhancing, time and labour saving device that manufacturers in various industries are turning to. Instead of specially outfitted personnel scrubbing and washing for hours on end, they can simply place parts to be cleaned in a tank, flip a switch and move on to other jobs. The tanks used by many companies are manufactured by Omegasonics. Dirty or contaminated parts are typically placed in a chamber or tank containing an environmentally friendly, water-based cleaning soap. An energyconverting transducer is then electronically activated to produce some sonic frequencies approaching 40,000 cycles per second. Cleaning is accomplished as energy is released by the creation and collapse (called cavitation) of microscopic bubbles formed at these ultrasonic frequencies. The resultant shock waves break up and lift off dirt and other contaminants. Users have not only found ultrasonic part cleaning to be more cost-effective in terms of labour and time, but also found it does a better job of reaching areas unable to be cleaned by human hands and other devices. For instance, on an engineering consulting job for a manufacturer of portable air separation equipment, Weatherly was asked to improve the parts cleaning process of a medical oxygen application. A special challenge was cleaning oxygen cylinders, whose narrow openings made them difficult to clean. This was especially important because any contamination in an oxygenrich environment could be a potential fire hazard.

”The previous cleaning method, involving hand scrubbing with a soap solution and a rinse with isopropyl alcohol, was labour intensive and not entirely consistent,” says Weatherly. “By nature, people have difficulty doing something exactly the same way every time. We aimed to streamline the parts cleaning process while proactively improving quality control.” After a thorough review of the requirements, including cost analysis. Weatherly recommended and the company chose a Viking X2 portable two-stage ultrasonic cleaning system by Omegasonics. With two tanks, the first tank of the unitRSC provides a heated, ultrasonic CIEN Ad 1/19/10 9:18 AM Page 1

wash with a dual cartridge filtration of contaminants. To further expedite parts cleaning, a second tank provides a heated, ultrasonic rinse with single stage filtration. For each tank, separate digital ultrasonic timers and digital temperature controls allow a worker to simply put in a number of parts at once, set the controls and move on to other work. For a cleaning solution, OmegaClean was chosen, a product that removes oil, grease, carbon and other contaminants from a variety of metals. ”The ultrasonic process is the key to making parts cleaning efficient and reproducible while cutting costs,” says Weatherly.” It not only cleans easy-toreach areas more effectively, but also

hard-to-reach ones.” Since the ultrasound penetrates the oxygen cylinder wall to clean the hardto-reach inside, for instance, it’s much faster, more thorough and consistent than traditional parts cleaning methods. “Before each cylinder took 45 minutes to clean by hand,” adds Weatherly. “Now it takes just five minutes to clean each ultrasonically. We’re seeing similar benefits in a range of parts. The ultrasonic process is better, faster and more efficient at getting the contaminants out, which ultimately enhances product safety, quality and cost for the end user.” Omegasonics frankp@omegasonics.com, www.omegasonics.com

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INDUSTRIAL VACUUM

EXAIR’s heavy-duty Dry Vac™ is a rugged, industrial duty vacuum cleaner that has been engineered to vacuum high volumes of dry materials in less time than ordinary vacs. The wear resistant design is suitable for the clean-up of abrasive materials like steel shot, garnet, metal chips, and sand, yet can be used for general purpose applications. The Dry Vac is compressed air powered and attaches to the user supplied 55 gallon open-top drum. It is extremely quiet at 77 dBA, making it suitable for a wide variety of applications. The system comes complete with a lever lock drum lid, shutoff valve, reusable filter bag, 3m polyethylene static resistant hose, hose hanger, 6m compressed air hose with swivel fittings, pressure gauge, and heavy duty aluminum chip wand. EXAIR Corporation

The BR200 wireless inspection borescope camera is able to access tight spots with the capability to record 2 GB of video or capture JPEG images. It expands its versatility with a detachable 3.5” colour display. Now, users can position the borescope as needed to access a difficult location without losing sight of the display. The monitor can be handled and kept in direct view or affixed to any metallic surface using its magnet mount. Alternatively, for inspection sites near hazardous or moving components, take the wireless monitor and inspect conditions remotely from over 10m away. Extech Instruments

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PART ALIGNMENT

An innovative, patent-pending, more accurate method for automated assembly of aerosol containers solves a common challenge — that of properly feeding a narrow, curl-prone drip tube curl through a small hole in a can. Haumiller’s solution involves an apparatus with claw-like fingers that handle both the pump and the dip tube, maintaining positive alignment for insertion through the hole and connecting the tube to a straw at the bottom of the can. Haumiller Engineering

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BATTERY-CHANGING ROBOT

The Intell-A-Changer is a microprocessor-controlled system that automatically charges, changes and helps maintain industrial batteries. The system incorporates fully automated battery changing technology, along with battery charging, watering and cleaning stations. This allelectric, customized system is equipped with PLC control of the system’s robotic movements that load and unload batteries without human intervention. Laser technology is used for down-aisle position sensing and for creating a protective barrier that helps ensure operator safety. Proprietary system software maintains records of battery activity, including service and life cycles, maintenance intervals and vehicle usage. Materials Transport Company battery@mtcworldwide.com, www.mtcworldwide.com

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AEROSOL CLEANERS

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The EarthSaver™ Series features AkroBins® and Shelf Bins made from 100 percent recycled plastic. The series offers an eco-friendly choice in plastic storage and organization products. Benefits include: the same Arko-Mils products — now made from 100% recycled material; three colour options — Hunter Green, Sandstone and Terra Cotta; easy to label for quick inventory identification; a positive impact on the environment. Bins in the EarthSaver Series can be used alone or with bundled Akro Mils’ steel shelving, wire shelving and pick racks to create a complete storage and organization system supporting 5S Lean and other initiatives. Akro-Mils

SEGMENT PROTECTORS

The R2 Field Connex® Segment Connectors are now UL listed for Div 2 applications. They are also FM/cFM approved for Div. 2/7 Zone 2 applications. FieldConnex R2 segment protectors are smart fieldbus wiring blocks that provide short-circuit protection and energy limitation, and that isolate a single short from affecting the entire network. When the fault is repaired, R2 segment protectors automatically resume operation of the spur and make fieldbus segments extremely reliable. Pepperl+Fuchs pa-info@us.pepperl-fuchs.com, www.pepperl-fuchs.com

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The 3M Novec Contact Cleaner Plus offers more cleaning power for removing oil, grease and silicones in sensitive electronics. It is ideal for maintenance and repair (MRO) along with assembly operations for electronics, aerospace, defence, transportation, utilities and mining industries. The product is best-suited in medium-duty applications where sensitive devices like connectors, printed circuit boards, electromechanical devices, scales, relays and circuit breakers need a fast-drying, non-conductive cleaner. Formulated with 3M Novec 7200 Engineered Fluid, the product is compatible with plastics and is volatile organic compound (VOC) compliant. The Novec cleaning products are non-ozone depleting, have low global warming potential and low-toxicity. 3M Canada info@mmm.com, www.mmm.com

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DIGITAL ADAPTER

The SeeSnake® digital adapter is an accessory for the microEXPLORER™ digital inspection camera that allows users to add the ability to digitally record to existing SeeSnake camera inspection systems. The new adaptor connected with the microEXPLORER digital inspection camera can be used on any video-out enabled monitor, including SeeSnake VHS or DVD monitors. This allows digital recording capabilities and a secondary playback screen to easily be added to an existing camera system. RIDGID® info@ridgid.com, www.ridgid.com

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INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE

Tennant has unveiled two of its large rider scrubbers, the 7300 Mid-Sized Battery-Powered Rider Scrubber and the 8300 Battery-Powered Sweeper-Scrubber, in its signature teal and gray colour combination. The 7300 maximizes scrubbing productivity with multiple scrubhead widths and powerful large-capacity batteries that deliver hours of productive scrubbing. The 8300 enhances productivity by effectively sweeping and scrubbing at the same time. Both increase safety and cleanliness with the patented chemicalfree ec-H2O™ technology which uses up to 70 percent less water and 100 percent less detergent. Tennant Company info@tennantco.com, www.tennantco.com

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TANK CLEANING HEAD

The Torrent™ 3-D water-jet tank cleaning head is rated for flows up to 568 lpm and operating pressures to 690 bar. It features new nozzle tips with carbide orifices that greatly improve the cohesiveness of the water jets and extend their reach. The combination of the higher flow, extended reach and 3-D action (the high-velocity nozzles rotate vertically while the head spins horizontally) easily removes hardened resins, plastics and more. NLB Corp. vandamja@nlbusa.com, www.nlbusa.com

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FLOOR-COVERING REMOVER

The FCS10-Rip-R-Stripper™ is an electric-powered model which provides a compact, lightweight alternative to large walk-behind units. It accommodates cutting blades up to 10 inches wide and offers high performance, an ergonomic design and multiple accessories. Ideal applications include removing carpet, VCT, linoleum and mastics. With a unitized, welded steel-plate frame and only one moving part, it is designed to handle the rigours of most jobs while requiring minimal routine maintenance. Several blade options are available to handle different materials and applications. General Equipment Company dvonruden@generalequip.com, www.generalequip.com

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AIR SPRINGS

The metric isolators, identified as the V11Z48MPSB, feature excellent vibration isolation of low frequency machines. Air springs use elasticity of air as an isolator which acts as a soft spring. They have no moving parts and are therefore maintenance free. These mounts handle a wide range of loads simply by changing the inner air pressure. The series have applications in oscillating conveyors, laundry machines, centrifugal separators, air compressors, water pumps, generators, and air blowers. They can also be used as actuators in tensioning devices. Advanced Antivibration Components accsupport@vibrationmounts.com, www.antivibrationmounts.com

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BEARING ASSEMBLIES

The Metcar 100 Series and 300 Series Bearing Assemblies are designed for use in gypsum board and ceiling tile continuous dyers. These self-aligning, bearing assemblies with non-graphite replaceable bearing cartridges are used to hold the powered rollers in large continuous dryers that are used for curing gypsum boards and ceiling tiles. The assemblies are designed to permit the bearing cartridges to be replaced quickly and easily even after years of exposure to the high temperatures inside the dryer. Metallized Carbon Corporation sales@metcar.com, www.metcar.com

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RACK REPAIR KITS

These heavy-duty universal repair kits are designed to fit any manufacturer’s rack system and are available in straight leg, slant-back and set-back designs. The kits are easily retrofitted in most pallet rack systems and they provide a high level of safety and long-term performance. Frame repair kits are designed for field bolting eliminating the need to weld. Ridg-U-Rak

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SMART CAMERAS AND LabVIEW help develop a part finishing and inspection system

industrial design and flexibility. We also used LabVIEW to implement the inspection sequences and for the user interface. Developing the human machine interface (HMI) in LabVIEW allows the operator to quickly see the status of the system, the part under inspection and the statistics of each part as it is processed. The operator can view each of the parts presented to the vision system, a pass/fail counter that highlights the number and status of the parts processed, and the results of each inspection process on the HMI. We have used LabVIEW in similar inspection systems in which we built the code for a PC-based system. All of the code previously used for the PC was easily transferred to the NI Smart Camera, which allowed us to take advantage of the common platform.

by Michael Muldoon and Catherine Boulet — AV&R Vision & Robotics

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o automate the deburring and inspection process for turbine airfoils for aircraft engines, AV&R Vision & Robotics designed a system that uses a six-axis robot to manipulate the airfoil to combine two critical operations. First, we deburr the airfoil using tooling chosen specifically to deburr the dovetail of the part and create a radius on each edge. Then a vision system designed for surface inspection examines the part and records the data based on the part serial number, which is also read using the vision system. We originally developed the system for a large OEM aircraft-engine manufacturer based on a lean manufacturing work flow. The operator loads the airfoil into the work cell after the grinding operation. In addition, we designed the system to be programmable so we can easily adapt for many other deburr and inspection applications including consumer goods such as wrenches, medical device implants, surgical tools, automotive components, and a variety of other aerospace engine components.

Automating the Deburring and Inspection Process

In the past, operators inspected and deburred different complex and high-precision turbine airfoils using deburring tools to finish the parts and then manually inspect the airfoils to ensure the parts were within specified tolerance. We developed a cell that can automatically perform these two processes, ensuring every part leaves the cell with the desired quality. After loading the part into the cell, the system initializes and a robot picks the part from the fixture and presents it to a deburring station that removes all of the burrs from the root of each airfoil, breaks

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The high performance versions of the 15D1 All-In-One Touchcomputer are based on Celeron Dual Core 2.2GHz or Core 2 Duo 3.0GHz and 15-inch or 17-inch touch screens. Optional POS peripherals include a perpendicular MSR card reader for a hand-held bar code scanner, a fingerprint reader, and a customer facing board. Tyco Electronics Ltd. customerservice@elotouch.com, www.elotouch.com

Wago’s 750-644 Bluetooth® RF-Transceiver module provides fast, bidirectional, wireless communication between I/O nodes. Within 10ms, the 750-644 exchanges data up to 100m (line-of-sight) or 100m (within buildings), providing control engineers with a wireless solution. The 750-644 is suitable for a wide range of applications from robot controls and high bay warehouses to both renewable and traditional energy applications, such as oil fields. WAGO Corporation paul-garcia@wago.com, www.wago.us

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each edge, and creates a radius on specific edges as per the drawing specifications. After the deburring process, the robot presents the airfoil to an NI1722 Smart Camera for inspection to look for random surface defects such as nicks, dents, scratches, and tooling marks on the critical surfaces. The defects are classified according to their shape using the particle analysis tools in the NI Vision Development Module. In addition, the vision system reads the serial number using NI optical character recognition (OCR) algorithms. After inspection, properly deburred parts are placed on the output of the cell and moved to the next production stage. We used two NI products in the finishing and inspection cell. For this vision system and the surface inspection, we chose the NI 1722 Smart Camera because of its

Successful Development of a Part Finishing and Inspection System

By using NI hardware and software, we seamlessly combined the material removal and inspection solution using the framework for previously developed solutions. National Instruments sales@ni.com, www.ni.com

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VACUUM EJECTORS DESIGN SOFTWARE

Rockwell Automation has added more than 30 new capabilities to its Rockwell Software RSLogix 5000 design and configuration software to provide users with complete functionality across the range of control disciplines. With new features, such as integrated motion on EtherNet/ IP and high-integrity add-on instructions (AOIs), the RS Logix 5000 software can give manufacturers a higher level of design flexibility and help machine builders save engineering time. Rockwell Automation info@rockwellautomation.ca, www.rockwellautomation.ca

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SPECTACULAR.

piINLINE is a new range of inline vacuum ejectors based on COAX® technology. The products are well-suited for automated suction-cup handling of plastic and metal products, and for pick-andplace operations in the robotics industry, where the models’ deep final vacuum of 95% is a major benefit. The series comes in three sizes: Midi, Mini and Micro. Each size is available with a choice of three special options to enable optimized performance and capacity for the specific application. Piab mtuohey@piab.com, www.piab.com

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GADGET WIZARDS

AS-INTERFACE MODULE LOW HARMONIC DRIVE

The LVT® Low Harmonic Drives don’t merely reduce or mask current distortion, they attack it at the source by performing real time analysis and actively imposing currents, as needed, to restore and ensure the highest possible quality sine waves from the power supply grid. Additionally, they feature a modular design meaning that most elements are produced in large scale for cost-effective production — and since most VLT drives, including VLT Low Harmonic Drives are individually configured according to the customer’s specific needs, they deliver the value of a highly customized quality drive. They are well suited for meeting even the toughest of harmonics recommendations/standards; installations that are generatorpowered, or that have generator back-up power; small power grids; grids with limited excess power capacity. Danfoss Drives

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The G11 Module for AS-Interface specification 3.0 delivers features such as 4in/4out, a multi-function LED on each port, sturdy mounting base, short circuit output protection and high 4 Amp output current in a smaller 85mm diameter housing. The module boasts eight M12 input/output connections, and can be mounted in any orientation for significant and operational flexibility. When the G11 is mounted to a machine, the AS-Interface flat cable can be routed in any direction for a perfect fit each and every time. Pepperl+Fuchs fa-info@us.pepperl-fuchs.com, www.pepperl-fuchs.com

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HANDHELD COMPUTERS

The M3 Series handheld computer models, the M300 and M305, are designed for a range of indoor and outdoor applications, including warehousing and field service. The M300 and M305 are built with a modular design that is easily configured to meet the specific needs of every end user. Both models utilize the M3 Series board-level ruggedization technique to provide a lightweight, durable form factor that is sealed to IP65 rating and certified to withstand multiple 6 foot drops to concrete. Glacier Computer marketing@glaciercomputer.com, www.glaciercomputer.com

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Gadget Wizards 1.1 for Wonderware InTouch® HMI software are now available. The wizards provide innovative highresolution graphics that maximize operator response and comprehension, while minimizing design and engineering efforts. Gadget Wizards is a collection of buttons, lights, switches, sliders, meters, fills and other graphic objects that plug into Wonderware InTouch HMI software. With the availability of a wide variety of settings that allow customization of each object, InTouch application developers are able to create thousands of unique graphic combinations quickly. Software Toolbox® tools@softwaretoolbox.com, www.softwaretoolbox.com

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Kollmorgen introduces MechaWare™ 4.0 — a mechantronic “toolkit” that empowers software and design engineers to work together to design, test and modify custom motion algorithms in a fraction of the time of conventional methods. This new upgraded MechaWare version leverages MATLAB® Simulink® from The Mathworks™ to identically model and seamlessly integrate mechanical systems and control software design resulting in faster design cycles, superior motion system performance with reduced power consumption and faster time to market. With over 80 Mechaware blocks optimized for motion control, and all of those blocks matched to controller firmware performance to ensure that control model behaviour is nothing less than identical to the actual hardware response, MechaWare 4.0 promises significantly faster and more precise designs. Kollmorgen

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DESKTOP VIRTUALIZATION

Useful Multiplier V.3.7 is the latest version of software which turns 1 PC into 10. The Userful Multiplier lets a single PC support up to 10 independent users at the same time, each with their own monitor, keyboard and mouse. Configuration is automated, and it provides multimedia performance including full-screen/fullmotion video. New to version V.3.7, the user interface now includes additional internationalizations. Userful Corporation srousseau@media-userful.com, www.userful.com

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LIFT TABLE

LIFT TRUCKS

Herkules has designed and built a new Scissor Lift Table that tilts and rotates, providing a unique solution for certain applications. This lift system was specifically requested for an application that raises, spins and tilts large conveyors of special liquids during the production process which improves the ergonomic conditions for workers. The tilt is limited to an angle of 10 degrees maximizing control during the process. The manual rotate turns 360 degrees and the air brake allows it to be securely locked in any position for ease of processing and operator safety. Manually rotating the 42” x 64” platform is effortless due to the high grade bearing used within the lift system. Push and pull forces are as low as 5 pounds. Rotation can be performed in both directions, providing maximum flexibility. The lift system has a 4,000 lb capacity, with a full raised height of 32”. All controls are located on one remote pedestal. Herkules Equipment Corporation

Hyster has launched a new series of lift trucks in the 55,000 lbs to 70,000 lbs lifting capacity range. The Hyster H550700HD models are ideally suited for a wide variety of applications including steel manufacturing, loading general cargo at sea ports or moving and stacking loaded and unloaded containers. The newly designed models combine a host of new features including the ComforCab II operator compartment, developed for enhanced operator comfort to maximize productivity. Hyster Company

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Adalet introduces a new line of explosionproof pendant stations for pushbutton control in hazardous locations. Designed for use in Class I, Division 1 & 2 or Zone 1 & 2 locations, the cast aluminum enclosure and heavy duty operators provide a rugged solution for operating overhead cranes, hoists, lifts and other remote controlled equipment. Available in 1 hole through 18 hole configurations, the enclosures can be assembled with Adalet’s line of explosion-proof pushbuttons, emergency stop pushbuttons, pilot lights, and selector switches. Adalet

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SANITARY BENCH SCALES

The Enviro™ bench scales meet the needs of the food and chemical industries for sanitary scales that withstand highpressure, high-temperature washdown environments. The superior sanitary design and durable 304 stainless steel construction, plus closed corners on the platform cover prevent splash collection of water or processing materials inside the scale. Bushing and spacers are used to eliminate lap joints and facilitate quick and easy cleaning. Your choice of a Hardy weight controller/indicator easily transfers data directly to PLCs, DCSs and PCs. Hardy Instruments hardyinfo@hardyinst.com, www.hardyinstruments.com

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CASE PACKER

The PakMore™ continuous motion case packer is designed for faster and smoother packaging of bottles in a variety of industries, including soft drink, beer, wine, food, and household goods. The PakMore uses Standard-Knapp’s innovative pressureless Zero-Gap Infeed for smooth bottle lining, ensuring balanced lines and jam-resistant operation. It is capable of packing up to 75 cases per minute. Designed to maximize placement accuracy and minimize bottle damage, the PakMore’s technologically advanced, dualaxis servo grouper and gripper heads pick up bottles and safely lower them into the case. Standard-Knapp CIEN web AD half-AB-CPL 3/26/10

MODULAR SYSTEM

The Cincinnati Modular Material Handling System (MMHS) boosts productivity of CL-800 series dual-pallet laser cutting systems, reducing cost per part and allowing unattended operation for up to three shifts via automated load/unload of raw materials and finished parts. The MMHS optimizes material flow and laser burn time, and the overhead rail design allows shops to tailor automated sheet and part handling to existing floor space and today’s processing needs, while assuring easy system expansion to serve multiple laser cutting systems as laser activity grows. Cincinnati Incorporated

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ELECTRIC BOOM LIFTS

JLG announces new and improved features on its JLG® E300 series boom lift models. Through improved hydraulic efficiencies, the E300 provides more than 20 percent more duty cycles which means an operator can drive 6.6 miles (10.6 km) and complete 175 lift cycles on a single charge. The new 305 amp-hour batteries provide an 18 percent improvement in recharging time and deliver a lower replacement cost for equipment owners. Other E300 product improvements include: improved break-over clearance, smoother swing function, and a new multi-digital indicator that displays key information including: battery life, machine hours and fault codes. The display will improve troubleshooting and help service technicians diagnose and 12:57 PM Page 1 fit issues more rapidly. JLG Industries, Inc. info@jlg.com, www.jlg.com

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RISK CHECK

The GWP® Risk Check for balances and scales is an interactive online assessment tool that provides both qualitative and quantitative analysis of balance performance and weighing environment. In a matter of minutes, Risk Check provides advice on optimizing quality assurance. Risk Check interacts with any type of balance, independent of model, type or manufacturer. It helps quality managers assess the appropriateness of their weighing environment, and balance testing frequency. Then, by plugging in real-world data, quality managers discover their “weighing risk” — the possibility that poor weighing accuracy or the environment are skewing measurements — is low, or if they need to make changes to help ensure safe, accurate and consistent results. Mettler Toledo brandon.lawrence@mt.com, www.mt.com

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Industrial Literature Reviews

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TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT HANDBOOK

100-PAGE CATALOGUE OF OVENS AND FURNACES

Volume MMXIV Omega Temperature Handbook® 7th Edition offers detailed information and specifications on over 40,000 products for process measurement and control featured on over 2,000 full colour pages. The New 7th Edition contains the latest technology and new products, new technical books related to measurement and control, as well as updated technical references and data. www.omega.ca OMEGA

Over 400 standard ovens and furnaces, with temperatures to 2700°F, are described in this catalogue from Grieve. Custom-designed heat processing systems, too. Grieve offers laboratory, bench, cabinet, truck, walk-in and conveyor ovens; cleanroom and pharmaceutical ovens; laboratory and industrial furnaces; environmental test chambers and more. www.grievecorp.com The Grieve Corporation

SUPER AIR WIPE TO BLOW, DRY CLEAN AND COOL

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CONDENSED REEL CATALOGUE

CLEAN TANKS FASTER AND MORE THOROUGHLY

VACUUM PUMPS AND ACCESSORIES

Reelcraft Industries introduces a new “Condensed Reel Catalogue” showcasing Reelcraft’s bestselling line of high quality, industrial grade hose, cord and cable reels in just 12 pages. Designed for low, medium and high-pressure tasks, the applications range from air, water, oxygen/acetylene, dual welding, fuel and oil handling to heavy-duty chassis lubrication. www.reelcraft.com Reelcraft Industries, Inc. FREE CATALOGUE CIRCLE NO. 94

EXAIR’s Super Air Wipe™ is ideal for blowoff, drying, cleaning and cooling of pipe, cable, extruded shapes and hose. It delivers a 360° airstream that adheres to the surface of the product passing through it. The split design makes it easy to clamp around the surface, eliminating the need for threading. Many sizes are available. www.exair. com/16/125.htm EXAIR Corporation

Tank wash nozzles, spray balls, motorized tank washers and turnkey systems from Spraying Systems Co. automate tank cleaning and improve quality, return tanks to service faster and reduce labour, water, chemical and wastewater disposal costs. Request our Guide to Safe and Effective Tank Cleaning to learn more. www.spray.com/tankwash Spraying Systems Co.

New Vi-Cas catalogue features replacement vacuum cups for lifters, manipulators, pick-andplace systems, packaging, label applicators, and more. Thousands of styles and sizes are detailed in materials to suit any application. Custom cups, quoted from customersupplied drawings or reverse engineering from custom-supplied cups. Visit us at www.vi-cas.com Vi-Cas

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SELF-TENSIONING MOTOR BASES

2010 SPEC® CATALOGUE

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INNOVATION FOR ENERGY MANAGEMENT

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ROSTA is the leading manufacturer of dynamic rubber suspension elements whose unique design has multi-functional uses as a spring, bearing and a damper. Our standard product line offers off-the-shelf solutions for immediate installations on a variety of applications such as our self-tensioning motor bases used on a wide range of V-belt driven equipment. www. rostainc.com ROSTA

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Carlo Gavazzi’s “Innovation for Energy Management” 52-page illustrated brochure provides solutions on ways to avoid or reduce the extra costs of the Climate Change Levy (CCL). It presents Multifunction Meters, Power and Quality Analyzers, Transducers, AC Energy and Utility Meters, DC Energy Meters, Software and Accessories. www.carlogavazzi.com Carlo Gavazzi Automation Components

Choose from Associated Spring-Raymond’s SPEC® 2010 catalogue, including 2,100 parts in our complete line of 316 Stainless Steel compression springs and a new line of spring anchors. www.asraymond.com/spec/ Associated SpringRaymond, Barnes Group Inc.

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REVERSIBLE MOBILE CRANE

ADJUSTABLE RACKING

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ATI’s Reversible Boom Crane operation with wireless remote or pendant control offers safety and flexibility in lifting, handling, and transporting heavy loads in most narrow passage ways. The unit can be remotely controlled for all functions including propulsion, speed acceleration or deceleration, steering, boom lifting and lowering, telescopic boom action, cable lifting and lowering, mast rotation, powered outriggers and any other optional attachments such as jaw grabs, bundle grabs, large shovel scoop or forks. The RBC comes in capacities from 1,000 to 20,000 pounds, with lifting heights of 24 feet and boom reach up to 18 feet. Air Technical Industries

The STAK product line combines the flexibility of an adjustable rack system with a built-in picker. It offers more flexibility in terms of vertical storage, load capacity, and saving space. STAK — the base model of adjustable racking consists of a system of removable, adjustable pallets and a captive lifting and handling device that facilitates storage and retrieval in as little as 2 1/2 minutes. One operator can manage loads weighing up to 4,000 lbs in less than 250 square feet. The STAK Max is able to build up to 24 feet high. STAK Max 5000 has pallet load capacity up to 5,000 lbs each with vertical height up to 24 feet. Stanley Vidmar

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PLC

Precise and efficient feeding is achieved through Hapmann’s programmable logic controller (PLC). The PLC is designed to meet the customer’s unique processes, which can include varying batches, multiple feeders and other requirements. Complex processes are streamlined with pre-programmed routines, reducing operator time and risk of error in calculating batch needs. The PosiPortion™ feeder can be configured for volumetric or gravimetric delivery of dry bulk materials. The feeder utilizes mechanically actuated paddles to assure optimum product inflow crucial to consistent, repeatable feed screw performance. Hapman

ULTRASONIC SENSORS

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The self-contained LOE Web-Enabled Ultrasonic Level Sensors monitor liquids or solids in remote tanks and can also be used for local tank monitoring applications. The sensors feature Power Over Ethernet (POE) for easy wiring, AutoSense software for hassle-free operation, and can be easily programmed and configured remotely — without requiring any configuration software — via APG’s levelandflow.com website, and locally via the sensor’s embedded web page. Sensor level data is transmitted to a dedicated website that utilizes an open-source MySOL database format to ensure user data is available in any format that might be required of the application. Automation Products Group

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CAP AND COVER PAINT

CARTS AND TRUCKS

Rubbermaid’s line of heavy-duty material handling solutions has been significantly redesigned and expanded into new categories, new products, and new innovations to help manufacturing and warehousing employees work smarter, faster and safer. The variable grip-height handle on the carts and trucks was designed to not only improve maneuverability, but to help reduce muscle strain for most users, regardless of height. Most of the trucks and carts are available in different sizes to meet a full range of material moving needs. Rubbermaid’s exclusive Duramond™ technology offers the highest strength-to-weight ratio when compared to metal, wood and solid plastic decks and has been tested to hold and transport up to 2,500 pounds of weight load capacity. The Duramold™ decks won’t warp, dent, splinter, rust or rot. Virtually maintenance-free their resilient surface absorbs impact and is resistant to most chemicals, impervious to water damage and easily cleaned. Rubbermaid Commercial Products

UPGRADE PROGRAMS

Dematic has introduced a suite of modernization products and services designed to increase productivity and reduce operating costs. The offering includes a wide variety of solutions arranged in three categories: material handling systems, facilities and operations. The modernization suite includes products and sevices for material handling systems including: sorter repair/rebuild kit, replacement rollers, motorized roller retrofit kit, powered pulley upgrade, conveyor replacement and software/controls upgrade. Dematic Corp. kenneth.ruehrdanz@dematic.com, www.dematic.com

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DOCK LEVELER

SIT-DOWN COUNTERBALANCED LIFT TRUCK

The new Model 4450 3-wheel sit-down counterbalanced truck is engineered for productivity, energy efficiency and enhanced performance is a variety of material handling operations. Designed for smooth transport of products and stacking of pallets, the Model 4450 features a short head length that reduces turn radius, also making it ideal for tight spaces, such as those found in manufacturing warehousing and on loading docks. It can handle capacities up to 1,814 kg. The Raymond Corporation

The ENERGY GUARD™ system provides a superior seal along the side and rear hinge of the dock leveler to block dirt, debris, insects and also prevents energy loss. It is factory installed on new equipment. There are no parts or assemblies installed under the dock leveler or on the pit floor and no fabric exposed to the face of the loading dock wall to be torn or damaged by trailers and debris. Its innovative design does not incorporate curtains or fabric which blocks access to the dock leveler or pit, allowing unlimited access to pit cleaning and dock leveler inspection. Kelley Company sales@kelleycompany.com, www.kelleycompany.com

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FORKLIFT TRUCKS

The new line of mid-size Internal Combustion (IC) pneumatic tire forklift trucks is offered in five capacities ranging from 8,000-12,000 lbs. The trucks are designed for heavy-duty applications, such as lumber, cement and pipe. Their heavy-handling features allow use in outdoor environments and rough surface conditions. Standard two speed forward and one speed reverse transmission and EPAcompliant envir02 engines® ensure performance across a wide range of applications. Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks info@mit-lift.com, www.mit-lift.com

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Cattron’s new LRC-M1 provides safety and reliability for industrial applications, controlling up to four motions with two ergonomic, multi-axis joystick controllers. The trolley/hoist selector, two aux push buttons and toggles are mounted on an impact resistant Lexan EXL® housing. EOT cranes using remote controls can be standardized to the LRC-MI, saving time. The LRC-M1 wireless system uses an external TransKey™ RFID configuration for efficient operations, minimizing spares and transfer keys to other controllers, increasing safety, flexibility and workflow. Cattron Group International

Yale has launched two new electric rider lift trucks — the 3-wheel ERP030-040VT and the 4-wheel ERP030-040VF. Both truck models provide lifting capacities of 3,000 to 4,000 lbs and a zero turn radius to make the trucks ideal for a variety of warehouse applications. The lift trucks’ maneuverability is due to its zero turn radius steer axles and dual AC drive motors. These independent, front-wheel motors rotate the drive tires in opposite directions, which places the center of turn between the drive tires. The lift trucks are available with a 36- or 48-volt, low maintenance AC traction and hydraulic motor. Yale Materials Handling Corporation ayinfo@yale.com, www.yale.com

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CONTROLLERS

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The FAS-MARK™ Cap and Cover Paint is an acrylic, upside down spray paint used primarily to mark and identify storage tanks and equipment as well as manhole covers, tank valves, structural steel. It features a specially designed cap that enables fast, upside down application with little or no spray. Product can be applied directly to metal and other clean, dry surfaces. Utilizing a quick-dry formula that dries within eight to ten minutes, the UV resistant, water-repellent acrylic spray paint is both highly solid and highly pigmented, formulated specifically to deliver a bright, long-lasting colour. Gasoila Chemicals

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