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Flex Shafts Help Keep An Airplane Stable
July 24, 2003 9:29 am | Articles | CommentsSince 1939, Pilatus, a Swiss aircraft manufacturer Switzerland, has been designing and engineering a versatile, multipurpose aircraft called the PC-12.
Writing With Acetal Copolymer
July 24, 2003 6:15 am | Product Releases | CommentsWhen creating its award-winning Morph2 Rollerball pen, A.T Cross relied on Celcon acetal copolymer (polyoxymethylene, POM) and Celanex thermoplastic polyester (PBT) over acetal homopolymer in four of the pen's most dynamic parts.
It''s In The Bag
July 23, 2003 10:13 am | by Joy LePree, Technical Editor | Articles | CommentsThe bagged salad industry is governed by top-secret methods that employ cutting-edge technologies and the latest processing methods. Here's a look at the complicated union between engineering and lettuce.
Getting A Grip On Fluid Transfer
July 23, 2003 9:54 am | Product Releases | CommentsWhen a manufacturer of spectrophotometers experienced a fluid transfer problem in the flow cells of one of its instruments, it went in search of a solution that would fit its specific needs.
Valves For High Purity
July 23, 2003 9:54 am | Bio-Chem Valve Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsInert Pure-Chem solenoid-operated valves employ fluid handling technology developed for high-purity medical applications. The valves meet the processing needs for the handling and dispensing of high-purity, aggressive, and corrosive liquids.
Gas Spring For Part Lifting
July 23, 2003 9:54 am | Hyson Products | Product Releases | CommentsThe T2SL Stock Lifter gas spring is designed for part lifting in transfer and progressive die applications. The unit can be used in place of an air cylinder that requires shop air.
New Technology Shapes Software''s Scope
July 23, 2003 9:45 am | Product Releases | CommentsVersion 14 of Solid Edge 3D CAD boasts a new creation technology tailored to help engineers design complex shapes. It's called Rapid Blue. "Solid Edge takes a new step forward with
Compound Makes Contamination Less Confounding
July 23, 2003 9:13 am | Rtp Company | Articles | CommentsIn addition to standard manufacturing dilemmas, such as how to get more products finished in less time or how to lessen manufacturing costs, food processors face the responsibility of keeping their food products contamination-free. After all, the health of the public depends upon their success.
Hollow Shaft Resolvers
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Tyco Electronics | Product Releases | CommentsA new line of hollow shaft resolvers, also known as absolute shaft angle transducers, can be used to monitor motor shaft position.
Cable Packaging
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Belden Cdt Electronics Division | Product Releases | CommentsThe new Belcoil packaging available on New Generation multi-conductor sound and security cables is designed to save space and ease setup. The clear plastic wrap dispenser makes the cables weather-, tear-, and crush-resistant while enabling easy identification.
Adhesive Dispenser (6515)
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Efd, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe 752SYS dispensing system applies controlled beads of low-to-medium viscosity adhesives. By
Copper Pin Fin Heat Sink Line
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Cool Innovations, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMiniature UltraCool IV copper pin fin heat sinks provide cooling solutions for small sized devices and for applications in which the space available for cooling purposes is limited. The line features a wide array of copper pin fin heat sinks that range from a footprint of 0.25 in. squared to 0.
Illuminated Toggle Switches
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Product Releases | CommentsTL Series illuminated toggle switches can be used on front panels or in custom designs requiring an operator interface. Polycarbonate toggle actuators are engineered to enhance the LED light sources, providing an evenly diffused and eye-catching illumination.
Rotary Switch
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Electro-Mech Components, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe SW44212 pot/switch offers a combination of rotary switch and potentiometer capabilities in a miniature configuration. Dual functionality enables a smaller panel or board footprint for installation, saving space in applications with tight design requirements.
Differential Pressure Indicator
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Prime Measurement Products, Llc | Product Releases | CommentsRelying on a rupture-proof bellows technique, the Model 232C differential pressure indicator is for use in applications where high accuracies are not of great concern.
