SATO Launches Precision Thermal Transfer Printer
January 9, 2013 10:58 am | CommentsSATO, a leader in barcode printing, labelling and EPC/RFID solutions, today announced the latest addition to its range of thermal transfer printers, the SATO HR2 printer. Built for heavy industrial and manufacturing applications, the SATO HR2 offers precise and high resolution printing on very small labels.
New Handheld Instrument From Megger Tests Voice And Data Circuits
January 8, 2013 1:10 pm | CommentsMegger, now offers a new handheld test set that combines all the functions needed for fast and comprehensive testing during telecommunication installations. With a touch of a button, the compact HT1000/2 performs many of the 26 essential tests between the technician’s central office and the subscriber’s location.
More Multi-Wire Connectors From AutomationDirect
January 8, 2013 1:06 pm | CommentsAutomationDirect has expanded its ZIPport™ product line of multi-wire connectors and accessories. The heavy duty connectors are designed to maintain reliable electrical connections while providing protection against dirt, moisture and mechanical stress common in industrial environments.
AVEVA Announces The Commercial Availability Of AVEVA Everything3D
January 8, 2013 12:40 pm | CommentsAVEVA E3D drives the adoption of Lean Construction by enabling Engineering, Procurement and Construction contractors (EPCs) to break down barriers between design and construction, reducing overall project cost, schedule and risk.
Bricsys Announces Availability Of BricsCAD V13 For Linux
January 8, 2013 12:25 pm | CommentsBricsys announced the immediate availability of BricsCAD V13 for the Linux operating system. This release further extends the BricsCAD software with new 2D features and with assembly modeling for the mechanical CAD market.
Microscan To Introduce AutoVISION™ 2.0 At Automate 2013
January 7, 2013 7:12 pm | CommentsMicroscan will demonstrate AutoVISION™ 2.0, its latest generation of machine vision software in booth #425 at Automate 2013, scheduled to take place at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL, January 21-24. AutoVISION 2.0 combines a simplified user interface with a powerful toolset for inspection, error proofing, and identification applications.
Hexagon Metrology Enhances PC-DMIS Inspection Software
January 7, 2013 7:05 pm | CommentsHexagon Metrology, Inc. has launched enhanced releases of PC-DMIS 2012 MR1 and DataPage+ 2012 Statistical Process Control (SPC) software. Both software programs offer new tools and improved features for inspection and measurement applications.
APS Launches Second Line Of Viprene TPVs
January 7, 2013 2:18 pm | CommentsOnly weeks after introducing the firm’s first general purpose grades of Viprene® thermoplastic vulcanizates (TPVs), Alliance Polymers and Services LLC is offering new Viprene P (high performance) thermoplastic vulcanizates. TPVs are compounded with a polyolefin phase with a cross-linked EPDMK phase which give products rubber-like performance for demanding applications.
Hexagon Metrology Enhances Popular PC-DMIS Inspection Software
January 7, 2013 2:14 pm | CommentsHexagon Metrology, Inc. announced today it has launched enhanced releases of PC-DMIS 2012 MR1, the world’s most popular metrology software, and DataPage+ 2012 Statistical Process Control (SPC) software. Both software programs offer new tools and improved features for inspection and measurement applications.
New UPS Worldwide Express Freight Service Offers Faster, More Global Shipping
January 4, 2013 3:52 pm | CommentsUPS today announced a new express air freight service, UPS Worldwide ExpressFreightSM, for urgent, time-sensitive and high-value international heavyweight shipments. This new service is an extension of the UPS Worldwide Express package portfolio and offers customers a seamless experience between shipping express package and express freight.
OMEGA Introduces Miniature Length Sensor ZMD Series
January 4, 2013 3:48 pm | CommentsOmega introduces its new series of miniature length sensors that are compact in size and easy to use. The ZMD series features a built-in spring- loaded torsion arm that provides a simple-to-adjust torsion load, allowing the unit to be mounted in almost any orientation, including upside-down.
AutomationDirect Adds Low-Cost Microstepping Drive And Accessories To SureStep Line
January 3, 2013 11:01 am | CommentsAutomationDirect’s SureStep line of motion control products now includes a low cost of entry digital stepper drive in a compact package. The standard stepper drive operates with high-speed pulse input signals (Step and Direction, or jumper-selectable CW/CCW step) and has a selectable resolution range of 200 to 20,000 steps per revolution.
Explosionproof Pressure/Temperature Transmitter Ideal For Low-Power Systems
January 3, 2013 10:58 am | CommentsAmerican Sensor Technologies (AST) introduces a dual pressure/temperature transmitter that provides both pressure and temperature outputs from a single process point. In addition to simplifying control systems, the Model AST46PT Explosionproof Pressure/Temperature Transmitter offers both a superior pressure reading along with a temperature sensor output for less than the cost of a stand-alone temperature sensor.
Eriez® Introduces E-Z Tec® XR-Pack For Packaging Applications
January 3, 2013 9:12 am | CommentsThe state-of-the-art E-Z Tec XR-Pack X-Ray Inspection System exhibits superior performance in identifying contaminants, scanning for missing or broken products, and mass inspection, to guarantee users’ product and packaging integrity.
Serco Thermal Package Helps Reduce Dock Energy Consumption
January 2, 2013 11:56 am | CommentsThe Serco® Thermal Guard Package, available on Serco Vertical Storing Dock Levelers, provides the ultimate energy and security seal for climate-controlled loading docks. This additional package allows truck doors to be opened from inside the building after the truck is positioned at the door without breaking a thermal seal at the dock.
Floor-Level Cabinet Oven From Grieve
January 2, 2013 11:50 am | CommentsThis Grieve oven has 4” insulated walls, 2” insulated floor, top-mounted heating chamber, Type 304, 2B stainless steel interior, stainless steel exterior with #4 brushed finish, double doors front and rear, plus a special sealing flange to allow the oven to seal into a wall between a cleanroom and the fabrication area in the customer’s facility.
Falcon Electric Offers Pre-Configured NEMA 3R/4 Enclosures with SSG® Wide Temperature Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPSs)
December 21, 2012 10:01 am | CommentsFalcon Electric, Inc. announced its new “ready to install” NEMA 3R and 4 enclosures of any size with Falcon’s 1kVA to 3kVA SSG-RP Series™ and SSG® Series 1.5kVA to 3kVA wide temperature UPSs.
Electrically And Pneumatically Controlled Magnetic Grippers
December 19, 2012 2:38 pm | CommentsStrong holding force, easy system integration: FIPA now offers a pneumatically controlled magnetic gripper in addition to its already popular electrically controlled version.
Thomas’ New 1010 Series Pumps Bring Reliability And Safety To Warning Devices
December 19, 2012 9:44 am | CommentsDesigned for handheld gas and leak detection warning devices, the new 1010 Series diaphragm compressors and pumps from Thomas Division have been tested for 4,000 hours of nonstop operation providing the utmost in reliability and safety.
New Free Guide To The QR Code
December 18, 2012 11:20 am | CommentsDENSO ADC, the Americas sales arm of DENSO Wave Incorporated, inventor of the QR Code®, announced publication of a new free guide, “QR Code Essentials.” The new 12-page guide answers this need by providing key facts and information about the QR Code and the technology associated with it.


