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Encoders/decoders For Remote Control
November 3, 2004 9:57 am | Linx Technologies, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMS Series units can be used for remote control and command, security, keyless entry, status monitoring, and other similar applications. They allow the status of up to eight buttons or contacts to be securely transferred via a RF or infrared link.
Valveless Metering Pumps
November 3, 2004 9:57 am | Fluid Metering, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsA line of valveless piston metering pumps provides precision fluid control for jobs such as environmental monitoring, sampling, and water treatment.
Quickening The Pace
October 29, 2004 9:51 am | Tecnomatix Technologies | Product Releases | CommentsDigital manufacturing strategies can help OEMs keep up with quickening customer demands and move from mass production to mass customization.
A Moving Scene
October 29, 2004 9:50 am | Pennengineering | Product Releases | CommentsIn New York City, brushless motors help keep a large-scale scrolling store sign up a running. By Len Vermillion, Managing Editor Times Square is quite a scene.
Wireless Analog And Digital Output Modules
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Accutech | Product Releases | CommentsA new line of analog, digital, and analog/digital output modules enable processors to remotely monitor equipment and process conditions with no field wiring. Typical installed cost savings are claimed to be 90 percent less when compared to conventional wired devices or transmitters.
Automotive And Industrial Connectors
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Itt Industries, Cannon | Product Releases | CommentsNew 37- and 51-way versions have been added to the APD Series of circular DIN72585 connectors.
Board-mounted, Pushbutton Switches
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Bivar, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsA new light pipe, designated the PBLP Series, is designed specifically to operate with board-mounted pushbutton switches, enabling non-lighted switch models to perform the same function as similarly mounted lighted pushbutton switch types, when used in conjunction with surface mounted LED chip sets.
High-performance Pressure Transducer
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Ashcroft Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Ashcroft G2 is a planer, micro-machined sensor. It is combined with a custom ASIC that enables digital compression to performance levels intended to exceed similar units.
Carbon Fiber Heating Technology
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Methode Electronics, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Flexible Fiber Heater is designed as an alternative to traditional flat flex heaters. It provides greater mechanical reliability and offers designers a wide range of option.
Dual Sensor Pressure Calibrator
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Martel Electronics | Product Releases | CommentsBetaGauge 321 is designed to provide pressure measurement flexibility. The unit provides 0.025 percent FS accuracy on both internal, isolated, stainless steel pressure sensors. An external pressure module connection supports all BetaPort-P pressure modules for greater measurement capability.
Inch-wide, Multichannel Isolators
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Acromag Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe 630T Series is designed to provide an economical and space-efficient solution to eliminate ground loops, filter signal noise, and block high voltage surges. These single-/dual-channel units receive 4-20 mA inputs and provide fully isolated 4-20 mA output signals.
Screwless Terminal Blocks
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Automationdirect | Product Releases | CommentsThis new line features a range of models, including feedthrough, double-level, one-to-two connection, two-to-two connection, knife blade disconnect, and screwless ground terminal blocks, along with several accessories. The units operate without the need for screws.
Globe Valves For Hvac Applications
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Invensys Controls | Product Releases | CommentsThe first two sizes are available for a new series of high-performance globe valves featuring a balanced plug design. Engineered for large commercial HVAC applications, the VB-8000 Series of valves uses a patented design for the plug and seat that eliminates unbalanced pressure forces on the plug.
Modeling Software Upgrade
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Intellicad Technology Consortium | Product Releases | CommentsIntelliCAD 5 supports DWG 2004 and 2005, while maintaining compatibility with previous versions of DWG back to 2.5. Import and export of DWF files, and SVG export have been added, along with numerous stability and performance enhancements.
Hollow Bore Gearmotors
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Baldor Electric Company | Product Releases | CommentsThe new H Box units feature a 1 in. hollow output shaft that can be connected directly to the driven load. This saves space and eliminates expensive shaft couplings, chains or sprockets, as well as costly chain guards and associated hardware commonly used to connect gear motors to loads.
