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Dynasonics New Portable Ultrasonic Flowmeter From Mike Moore
July 23rd, 2012
DYNASONICS Introduces an industry driven new Portable Flow Meter the "DXN"
I have some great news about an incredible new portable flow meter from Dynasonics, a division of Racine Federated Inc. The DXN Portable Ultrasonic Flow Meter is a true hybrid ultrasonic ̀flow meter, capable of measuring liquid ̀flow with multiple technologies, including: Doppler, Transit Time and Liquid Thermal (Heat Energy) Flow. The DXN is also compatible with a pipe wall thickness gauge, used to...
Dynasonics New Portable Ultrasonic Flowmeter From Buck Malphrus
July 23rd, 2012
DYNASONICS Introduces an industry driven new Portable Flow Meter the "DXN"
I have some great news about an incredible new portable flow meter from Dynasonics, a division of Racine Federated Inc. The DXN Portable Ultrasonic Flow Meter is a true hybrid ultrasonic ̀flow meter, capable of measuring liquid ̀flow with multiple technologies, including: Doppler, Transit Time and Liquid Thermal (Heat Energy) Flow. The DXN is also compatible with a pipe wall thickness gauge, used...
High Force Voice Coil Positioning Stage
July 13th, 2012
H2W introduces its highest force voice coil positioning stage to date. The voice coil positioning stage (P/N VCS06-500-CR-01-MC) is a closed loop system that can be used for high force positioning applications. The stage is driven by an NCC moving coil type linear actuator and is guided by a high precision crossed roller linear bearing. The voice coil has a 0.64" [16.3 mm] stroke, generates 50 lbs [227 N] of continuous force and 150 lbs [681 N] of peak force. It includes a 1 micron...
July 13th, 2012
The Cognex DataMan is a compact fixed-mount 1D/2D code reader ideal for applications where space is limited. The liquid lens module is an electronically controllable variable focus system.
The key advantages of the liquid lens:
* Ruggedness (no moving parts)
* Fast response times
* Good optical quality
* Low power consumption
Click on the link for more information about specific Dataman Series including 1D, 2D, DPM etc...
Yaskawa Motoman Partners With Cross
July 11th, 2012
Subject: The Automation Group signs on Motoman for its 7 state coverage area
The Automation Group at Cross and Yaskawa Motoman recently became partners in the southeastern coverage area for Cross including Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama and Tennessee. Motoman has a great reputation for innovation and quality in the industrial robotics industry and serves current Cross markets including Packaging, Palletizing, Dispensing, Pick & Place, Machine /...
The Vertical Lift Module - The Most Flexible Storage System
July 9th, 2012
With so many choices on the market today what makes one storage technology better than the other? In today’s economy, flexibility. With organizations constantly changing, growing and shrinking flexibility in storage system isn’t an option, it’s a requirement.
The vertical lift module (VLM) is the most flexible storage system on the market today. It can be altered and adapted as business processes change. A VLM is an enclosed system of vertically arranged trays, controls and an...
Schneider Electric Names Distributor Of The Year Award Winners
June 27th, 2012
Schneider Electric's Industry Business has named its Automation & Control Excellence (ACE) Program's Distributors of the Year Awards for 2011.
Grant Industrial Controls, Inc. in Pittsburgh, Pa. was named ACE Automation Distributor of the Year in 2012.
The winning distributors were rewarded with special training opportunities at Schneider Electric's design centers in Europe, co-op funding by Schneider Electric for incremental technical resource investment by the distributor and a recognition event for the distributor's team.
Osha Standards Create A Smart And Safe Work Environment
June 20th, 2012
OSHA Standards focus on designing a safe, productive and efficient work environment. Creating a safe work environment in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) Standards can improve ergonomics resulting in an increase in productivity and efficiency and a reduction in labor costs. OSHA Standards should be implemented in all areas of a facility including manufacturing, distribution and administration. Designed with worker ergonomics in mind, dynamic storage...
How To Select The Right Motor For Your Application
June 20th, 2012
Kollmorgen
Brush-type motors, stepper motors and brushless AC servomotors are widely used in a variety of industries and applications - and with each application potentially requiring a different motor and the availability of virtually endless motor options, the selection process can be a daunting task.
With the myriad of critical factors that need to be accounted for, including performance requirements such as torque and speed and voltage ratings, as well as decisions regarding...
June 19th, 2012
With custom ASIC technology, the new G6 sensor provides exceptional background suppression at an extended range and it can also detect multi-colored/shiny objects. It has a PinPoint LED, which provides high immunity to ambient light and cross talk immunity. It is designed to be the best performing sensor to replace other Asian manufacturers.