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Ethernet Direct Corporation, a professional and primary provider of Industrial Networking and communication solutions, is pleased to reveal the company¡¦s successful applications deploying Industrial Gigabit switches and the facts on how to choose the right Gigabit solution depending on the existing network structure.

The following is one of the many applications deploying Ethernet Direct Industrial Gigabit switches

Intelligent Transportation. In a newly built U.S. Mid-West airport, Gigabit and ring redundancy were used throughout the project. Parking lanes used HMG-628G (10 port Full Gigabit switch) in a redundant ring to connect to existing edge devices (card readers, VoIP, gate control, etc.) All the 19 lane rings were dual homed to a main ring of HMG-448G (4 port Full Gigabit + 4 SFP) and HMG-1628 switches. The various servers were then connected to the main HMG-448G ring with dual connections. The system had redundancy at every level, insuring the reliability of the system. Extensive configuration with simple user friendly products ensures maximum network security. Ethernet Direct provides a solution that provides fast communication with the use of rail switches which are industrially hardened and specifically designed to operate reliably in electrically harsh, demanding environments and in hazardous locations.

All Ethernet Direct switches are designed for industrial environments with considerations in:
l Mechanical Protection
l Power Protection
l Downtime Elimination
l Transient Suppression
l Extended Temperature Range
l Industrial EMC design
l Network Redundancy
l Safety Approvals

Taipei, Taiwan, 8 January, 2009 – Ethernet Direct Corporationoffers our new ZigBee product category especially designed for applications in remote monitoring & control and sensory network applications.

The Zebra ZUZ-110 and ZUZ-111 is a pair of converter that works as host and slave. ZigBee is a specification based on the IEEE 802.15.4 standard for wireless personal area networks. It operates in the ISM radio bands and focuses on inexpensive, self-organizing, mesh network that can be used for industrial control, embedded sensing, medical data collection, smoke and intruder warning, building automation, home automation etc. ZUZ-110 and ZUZ-111 supports RS-232, RS-485 and Ethernet. With ZUZ converters, transmission frequency ranges between 2.405GHz and 2.480GHz and provides 16 channels for users.

Ethernet Direct offers the World’s first ZigBee Network converters ZUZ-110 and ZUZ-111 supporting Power saving technology, Reverse Polarity Protection, over current protection and surge (EFT) protection. ZigBee is designed specifically for point-to-point or a point-to- multipoint configuration and are ideal for low-data rate, low-power applications. ZUZ-110 and ZUZ-111 offer a cost-effective wireless networking solution that supports low data-rates, low-power consumption, security, and reliability. Target markets Building Automation, Industrial Automation, Home Automation, Utilities and Energy Management.

Features
Supports ISM 2.4 GHz operating frequency
Fully compliant with ZigBee specification 2.4G IEEE 802.15.4
Wireless transmission range up to 100 meters
Provides GUI configuration software
DIN Rail mountable

Complete service automation platform
SolidPOS 715 is an integrated touch POS terminal, supports Intel® Pentium® IV CPU to present the high reliable performance. With the 7-wire resistive touch screen and 15” TFT LCD panel, SolidPOS 70 deliveries an excellent interactive interface to help cashier work smarter. The SolidPOS 70 also supports 12” or 15” second independent display with 2 x 2W speakers to provide a friend commercial information to encourage next purchasing. With the 0°-90° tilt angle and -20°~20° swivel angle, it is easier to change the monitor followed the cashier position and avoids the harsh light reflection. SolidPOS 70 series satisfied with all kinds of accessories as MSR , Wireless antenna or other peripherals such as barcode scanner, cash drawer, keyboard…..SolidPOS 70 is ready available for any further integration. By releasing only two screws, customer can operate the terminal and open the panel easily to do upgrade and maintenance work. SolidPOS 715 supports WEPOS (Windows Embedded for Point of Service) / Win XP / Win 2000 operation system.

Good reputation in Taiwan
In the space limited retail shops, it is always the key to increase the value on every selling floor. Thanks for the compact footprint SolidPOS 70 can be implemented in the service table or help to do the smarter space management. With the fast and warm service expectation, queue time is a key point to determinate customers experience and the reputation of this retail shop. Around Taiwan, there are approximate 100 terminals severing for all happy families.

SolidPOS 70 Features
• Easy access to motherboard and HDD reduces total cost of ownership as terminals can be repaired and retuned to service quickly
• Intel Pentium IV processor delivers high and stable performance for daily operation
• Powered USB and receipt printer ports eliminate the need for external power supplies for POS peripherals
• Dual Independent displays enhance customer experience through full video display for rich commercial advertising
• Tilt and swivel angle adjustment allows the terminal to easily fit into any sized space and compact size with small footprint for flexible space management
• Support various optional peripherals, including MSR, Wireless antenna, Smart Card Reader (chip & pin) or other peripherals such as barcode scanner, cash drawer, keyboard….

CODIPRO has developed, in partnership with its Italian distributor COMAT, a software which allows the users of swivel lifting hoist rings to determine themselves which ring suits to their specific needs.
Available on the website, www.codipro.net, this software is suitable to select the most appropriate ring depending on the load, on how many lifting points and on the lifting type.
Thanks to this software available in 3 languages (French, English and Italian), the visitor can also send directly a request for the ring chosen by the software.
The sales team commits itself to send a clear and detailed quotation in a really short time.

In the present days’competitive market, many tubes are being labeled to get very good graphics on the tubes. Our machine Lacquer & Label Machine : LL-60 has been specially designed to meet this requirement.

LL-60 is unique in its application as it is the first time that a machine with UV lacquering, drying and labeling application on tubes is offered.

This compact machine is developed for high speed label applications upto 60 tubes / minute and can apply paper, PVC, opaque & transparent labels.

The various operations that are possible on this unqiue machine are flame / corona treatment, UV lacquering, UV curing and label application.

The indexer and label head are servo motor operated and the machine functions are controlled by a state-of-the-art controller with a touch screen.

The machine is distinguished by its high performance, simple operation, quick change-over and low maintenance.

Combining the LL-60 with our Capping Machine ECP-60 could help you to set up a dedicated production line for labeled tubes.
Some of features of the machine are as follows :

1. Rigid construction and simple operation.
2. Few change parts for different tube sizes.
3. Cool UV from GEW
4. Quick & easy change-over for different tube sizes.
5. State of the art controller system
6. Sorting & rejection of non UV treated tubes
7. ‘TUBE TEST MODE’ to make the machine settings with minimum wastage
8. Recipe feature for fast recall of different tube settings
9. Exhaustive diagnostic features and alarm system
10. Multiple language option
11. Modem for tele-service (optional)

Optimised for crane applications, the new Demag EKDR rope hoist meets all the requirements for state-of-the-art hoists for tomorrow’s needs.

Besides the space-saving design and particularly long service life, it also offers you a higher lifting speed for faster handling rates – comprehensive standard features with outstanding value for money.

Benefits
Higher hoist speed for faster handling
Greater efficiency thanks to higher availability
Compact design for optimum utilization of space

Safety and efficiency down to the last detail

Low-vibration, quiet-running motor
Fast acting brake
Gearbox lubricated for life
Protective rope guide
Frequency inverter for stepless travel motions
Electrics featuring CAN bus technology
Precision geared limit switch
Overload protection
User-friendly bottom block
Ergonomically optimised controls
Double-rail crab and foot hoist
Extended applications

P manufactures tape stretching lines from 150 kgs/hr to 500 kgs/hr out put. These lines includes Extruder with 32:1 L/D ratio barrier screw for processing of HDPE/ PP faciliting homogeneous mixing, continuous screen changer with time controlled screen feed for online melt filtration without stoppage of the line minimizes the wastage, downtime & number of stoppages, giving consistent denier and increased productivity.

The excellent feature of the tape lines manufactured is their lower power consumption. JPs production programme also includes the Bimetallic configured Screw; Barrel and Feed Groove systems for longer life. The special configuration of the dies for tape lines with higher cross sections gives increased heat inertia and power saving and melt flow channels inside the die give optimum melt distribution. The surface of the final product can be varied by the use of smooth or profiled die lip.

Improved Water tank flow management for uniform quenching of the film offers minimum turbulence for the film, which is being cooled and the water level can be adjusted relative to the die. Take off unit equipped with specially designed water removal system from the film, ensures drying of the film at high operating speeds to avoid water carrying.

Online six station rotary slitter helps in changing slitter blades unit without stoppage of the line giving increased productivity and reduced wastages. Holding unit and Combined stretching and annealing unit are of rugged movack design for longer life and vibration free operation.

The combined stretching and annealing unit is designed for maximum operating speeds of 325MPM .

The super energy efficient Hot Air Oven with upper and lower level air circulation is characterized by extremely uniform temperature profiles of ± 1°C and standard length of 4 meters.

JP has also successfully supplied hot air orientation ovens with five and six meters length for better conditioning of the tapes at higher line speeds and at higher outputs for special application Tape. JP holds the credit of supplying maximum number of lines with TOTAL PLANT OPERATED BY AC VARIABLE SENSORLESS VECTOR CONTROLLED DRIVES WITH SOFT PWM TECHONOLOGY.

These drives are designed for excellent speed holding accuracy of 0.5% , power saving features and maintenance free running. The drives are operated by PLC for easy operation , receipe storage and programme retrivals for better batch production.

The latest concept of combined vacuum suction box for first and discharge side of second godet is accomplished for power saving.

Fibrillator unit is optional and if required is located between hot air oven and combined stretching and annealing unit and is used for fibrillating tapes for stitching threads, rope making and FIBC tapes.

The F-Tool WEDM tooling line features through the simple concept for the professional at the everyday life.
– The F-Tool WEDM tooling assortment is developed by well-known engineers and made of corrosion-resistant, high-quality steel. The system fulfils highest quality claims.
– The basic ruler provide a stable stopper and a clamping beam for large parts and many practical F-Tool clamping elements.
– The system is stable, can be cleaned well and is assembled directly on the basis zero tables of the machines.
– The F-Tool clamping elements can be pushed free in position under the clamping groove after the insertion, before they are clamped on the stopper with the clamping screws.
– The F-Tool clamping elements can be charged with the work piece outside the machine and later be assembled in the machine, system oriented in reference position.

Our many years of experience in spark erosion, and notably in clamping systems also, have prompted us to develop new products and to pursue new paths. Our aim has been to provide the user with the best possible benefits. And our strategy for this can be summarised as: shorten the distribution channels, rationalise the products, and at the same time adapt to the new requirements, all to save costs and to adapt to the global changes. Whether you enjoy the benefits of our products and services as a user, or whether you are a sales partner who is linked to this strategy at the customer’s site, we are always pleased to work through new objectives with you. F-Tool is a member of the EROWA-Group.

Our extensive stock facilities guarantee rapid delivery.
Our personnel are highly trained. This means that we are very well equipped to do our best for you.

More and more people are quick to seal the fate of Wikipedia and a couple of studies in the past year are being used as clear evidence that the site is headed for disaster if not in the short term future. Recently, a study by Spanish researcher Felipe Ortega, which found that 49,000 volunteer editors left the site in just three months, has spread after a story in the WSJ. Now Wikimedia, the organization behind the popular website, has responded to set the record straight and put some perspective on the numbers.

Erik Moeller, deputy director and Erik Zachte, data analyst at the Wikimedia Foundation, start off by pointing out that the organization’s definition of an editor differs from that of the researcher. In the study, anyone who has made an edit is considered an editor, leading to a total number of over three million editors across all language versions of the site. Wikimedia, however, counts only those who have made at least five edits leading to a smaller number of just one million editors. This way, the number of volunteers who are leaving or the overall trend is unlikely to be the same. There are some other issues with the numbers and the blog post details several of them.

The two go on and share their own data regarding monthly active users, in line with data from a previous study, which they admit ha… (read more)

Here is another great Samsung Omnia 2 ad.  I love how it is reminiscent of the iPhone ads while unashamedly claims to be a smarter, more manly phone.

The T-Omnia 2 is very similar to the international version, but in addition also features integrated mobile TV.

Global markets are dropping further post-lunchtime in Hong Kong. The Nikkei is now down over 3.2%, the Hang Seng has lost nearly 3.5%, and London’s FTSE has shed almost 3.2%.

Commodities are falling, with oil and gold down 3.9% and 1.5% respectively. And yes, the dollar is currently surging after losing ground earlier this week.

Tokyo:

Hong Kong:

London:

Dollar surging.

Oil, gold, and silver down.

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Nicolas Cage is suing his former manager Samuel Levin for $20 million for gross negligence of his finances and for lining his own pockets at the actor’s expense. Cage is moving to sue the former manager due to the actor’s sudden cash crunch, which includes a boat load of debt and over $7 million in back taxes. But Levin has a story of his own to tell, and it involves excess on a scale that we can hardly imagine. According to Levin, the actor purchased a scad of really expensive stuff. Like a $7.5 million island in the Bahamas, 15 mansions, four yachts, a Gulfstream, 47 pieces of art and even nine Rolls-Royce Phantoms.

Now we can understand owning nine exotics, or even collecting hundreds of rare cars and storing them at the Burbank airport, but nine Phantoms? At least Reilly purchased a Ferrari with his National Treasure money. We’re guessing Cage likes to have a Phantom just about everywhere he is, and since he owns an island and a bunch of mansions he probably has one parked in nine different garages. Regardless, we’re having a hard time feeling too sorry for Cage, even if Levin is exaggerating. The actor makes about $20 million a film, so while all that excess sounds like a ton of money, we’re guessing the actor can pay his tab with a couple more movie deals. Gone in 60 seconds part two, anyone?

[Source: The Sun]

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Chamfering machine PB 80

The PB 80 is the ideal partner for automatic and manual bar loaders. The PB 80 offers an economical solution for bar end preparation. The PB 80 can be used as a chamfering machine, a centering machine and a turning machine.

The mission of the LNS Group is to imagine, design and provide solutions, accessories and services automating manufacturing worldwide. In order to achieve this the Group strives to be the global leading provider of 1 stop solutions for the machine tool industry. To succeed the Group is commited to providing the highest innovation of quality products and services with a customer focused culture that demands continuous improvement in all that is done.

This know-how is illustrated, in particular in bar feeding systems, cutting fluid management systems and the chip evacuation systems. From the start to the finish of the production cycle, the LNS Group optimizes the material flow.
The LNS Group with over 700 employees distributes its products throughout the world.

Drawing upon the knowledge gained from its unique Model 207 motorised miniature zoom lens – Resolve Optics Ltd. is able to offer instrument manufacturers and systems integrators development and supply of custom zoom lenses that uniquely combine compactness with no compromise performance.

To fulfill the potential of technological advances in many industries the need for compact, high performance zoom lenses which meet the exact needs of customers has risen dramatically.

Measuring only 50 x 34 x 31 mm the Model 207 motorised miniature zoom lens was designed for use with single chip 1/2- and 1/3-inch CCTV cameras. The Model 207 can focus on an object at infinity right down to an object positioned just 35 mm in front of the lens. At the same time, and at any object distance, the image stays in focus throughout the zoom range. The use of the lens at such close object distances opens the door to a range of macro applications because it allows an object to be shown at a very enlarged size on a TV monitor. High resolution focus tracking of images, macro performance and excellent bore sight accuracy has enabled the Resolve Optics type 207 miniature zoom lens range to offer significantly improved performance over most zoom lenses on the market irrespective of their size.

Over the last 20 years – Resolve Optics Ltd. has established a strong international reputation for its ability to reliably design and supply OEM quantities of innovative custom lens and lens systems that generate high quality images from even the most demanding applications. Drawing upon an experienced team of optical designers, Resolve Optics Ltd. has developed the rare capability to produce small quantities of high performance, mounted lenses with the look, feel and quality equivalent to the best professional photographic lenses.

For further information or to discuss how a custom compact zoom lens can get help you get the best results from your application please contact Resolve Optics Ltd. on telephone +44-1494-777100 or email [email protected]

Black Friday is the Friday after Thanksgiving in the United States, which is the beginning of the traditional Christmas shopping season. Black Friday is not an official holiday, but many employees have the day off (with the exceptions of those employed in retailing, health care, and banking), which increases the number of potential shoppers. Retailers often decorate for the Christmas and holiday season weeks beforehand. Many retailers open extremely early, with most of the retailers typically opening at 5AM or even earlier. However, the whole experience has become rather intimidating lately, with an enormous amount of deals out there that often leave the consumer bewildered. So, that’s why we condensed all Sony Electronics products (including PSP, PS2, and PS3 games) that have special Black Friday prices in one master list for your convenience. Unfortunately there aren’t any links for the deals, but a simple Google search of the store/product in question should help you on your way (if applicable). Enjoy.

The Sony Black Friday 2009 Master Deal List is also available to view at Google Docs.

PRESS RELEASE
November 6, 2009                                                       Contact:  Dawn Alford, 542-5524

November 9, 2009, 4PM
CBC Board Room

A middle and high school dropout and a former non-English speaking immigrant will be honored during the Columbia Basin College Board of Trustees meeting at 4 p.m., Monday, Nov. 9, in the Board Room.

Angel Venegas, Phonesavanh Syanouthai, and Rebecca Guizar, now CBC alumni, are being recognized for their diligence and successes stemming from their return to school. 

According to the 2000 U.S. Census, 42 percent of adults (ages 25-64) in the U.S. have no more than a high school education.  Yet, here in Benton-Franklin counties, almost three in four Hispanic adults have less than a ninth grade education; one in four for non-Hispanics.  Unfortunately, however, most new jobs and the vast majority of jobs that pay a family wage require at least some education beyond high school. 

Lack of basic skills, including English and math, translate into low wage job opportunities for adults and a weakened employment pool for employers.  With better skills come better jobs, and ultimately a better Columbia Basin.

“Going back to school was the best thing for me.  It opened a lot of doors,” said Angel.

Last year, the CBC Basic Skills Division served more than 2,600 adult literacy learners at more than 15 sites in Benton-Franklin counties.  They are committed to providing more adults with the literacy and job-training skills they need to be successful in the workplace and in life.  Countless success stories have come out of the Basic Skills Division.  Angel, Phonesavanh, and Rebecca are just three examples.

Angel dropped out of high school in the 11th grade to help support his family.  Three years later he returned to CBC to obtain his General Education Development (GED) certificate.  He went on to earn his Commercial Drivers License and an A.A. Transfer degree in psychology.  Angel is now able to support himself and his family–on a livable wage.

Phonesavanh, an immigrant from Laos, came to the U.S. not knowing any English.  While at CBC she took English as a Second Language classes (ESL), ESL/Adult Basic Education transition classes, then went on to earn her GED, and both her Certified Nursing Assistant and Phlebotomy certificate through Integrated Basic Education & Skills Training.  She is currently employed as a phlebotomist at Tri-Cities Laboratory.

Rebecca dropped out of the seventh grade when she became pregnant with her son Francisco.  In the following years, she and her husband ran a family business while raising their five children.  Desiring to do something different, Rebecca knew she must return to school.  Despite the challenges of raising five young children, she came to CBC and earned her GED.  Rebecca is now the WSU GearUp Site Director and an excellent role model to her children and siblings.  Francisco is currently a CBC Running Start student—and a testimony to Rebecca’s influence to pursue a higher education.

Michelle Mann, executive director for the Benton-Franklin Workforce Development Council and CBC Outstanding Alumnus of the Year Jim Watts will also attend the Board Meeting to discuss the importance of basic education to the workforce and economy.

Published Nov. 5, 2009
Briefs

Columbia Basin College’s Dental Hygiene program is offering dental care for adults 18 or older and offers reduced rates for services such as cleanings, exams, X-rays, fluoride treatments and sealants.

Fall clinic hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Fridays through Dec. 4.  The dental clinic is on the CBC Pasco campus.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 542-4571 or go to www.columbiabasin.edu/dentalclinic.

Additional news stories can be accessed online at the Tri-City Herald.

Aired Nov. 2, 2009 6:01 PM
By Josh Peterson, KVEW TV Reporter
 
PASCO — For the past week, Warren Dykeman has been putting together his latest and largest piece of graphic art, and today, he’s putting on the finishing touches.

The 42 year old is one of seven contemporary artists displaying their work at Columbia Basin College this month.

But they aren’t your typical artists, many are inspired by graffiti and street art.

“Mainly, I’m just collaging images from different sources and then I try to build this composition,” said Dykeman.

The new artwork is unique to the college and the community, as the pieces create a window into an out-of-the-box world of art that students can relate to.

“It’s what we see everyday. The skateboards, the graphic art of cartoons, but it’s got a fine art twist,” said Samantha Ray, art enthusiast.

Teachers at CBC also praise the eclectic mix of paintings because they get students involved and interested in a new generation of art they can easily add to.

“They can see artists who have gone, incorporated things they understand and turned into fine arts, rather than studying the old masters and thinking, that doesn’t relate to me at all,” said Mary Dryburgh, CBC Gallery Coordinator.

But even as others are giving his graphic art meaning, Dykeman says his painting doesn’t represent anything.

He’s just doing what he loves.

“When I can just sit here alone and make these images, that’s the best part, that’s the funnest part of it,” said Dykeman.