Author: Serkadis

The I 400 TC transmitter is an item in the PRECIA MOLEN I 400 range. It performs :
– direct connection of a load cell or up to 8 cells using an external junction box.
– analogue/digital conversion and transmission of the weight information via the native CAN Open field bus.
– all the weighing functions on the associated measurement scale : calibration, zeroing, stability, continuous flow rate calculation with response time configuration, multi-slope calibration, multi-range weighing, etc.
– local or remote management of 2 logical inputs and 2 outputs and one 4-20 mA analogue output.
– simple integration on a DIN rail at the rear of a cabinet.
The transmitter is available in 2 versions:
– model I 400 TC with measurement channel only.
– model I 400 TC-IO with measurement channel and inputs/outputs.
The transmitters are simply clipped onto the rail and are therefore mechanically guided by the connector.
Insertion of the bus connector in the Omega rail and assembly of the transmitters ensures continuity of the CAN bus and power supply.
This design enables individual complete transmitters to be withdrawn without interrupting the continuity of the field bus.

From the evolution of M-Red Pc made by SCE, born the newest Industrial PC Maranello Made in Red NEW METAL.

The innovation of this new Industrial PC series consists in a completely alloyed aluminium chassis for a better protection and a more efficient heat dissipation, thanks also to its rear and lateral flaps.

Available with 12” or 15” frontal panel, M-RED NEW METAL PC maintain all the wireless functionality (wi-fi and Bluetooth) that characterized the M-Red PC series adding the robustness given by the aluminium chassis.

M-RED NEW METAL PC will be presented for the first time on the occasion of the coming Hannovermesse

Plastic materials for ophthalmic lenses have seen continual developments, and for this reason, have gradually replaced glass materials. Today, most corrective lenses are made of thermoplastic and thermosetting resins The success of plastic lenses is growing even more due to technical breakthroughs enabling lenses to be thinner and lighter, and a greatly increase of their impact resistance by using sophisticated treatment and coating methods.
Since plastics are composed of non-polar, long-chain molecules, their surfaces have little free energy, and are essentially inert. The low surface energies of plastics thus pose adhesion and wettability problems for lens manufacturers. Corona treatment plays an important role to promote better adhesion properties by changing the surface characteristics, breaking the molecular bonds on the substrate surface. This increases surface energy and thereby the surface wet ability without affecting the optical properties.
Ophthalmic plastic lenses are sophisticated products, and their performance rely very much on the surface treatments they are undergoing in the manufacturing process prior to applying i.e., tinted, photochromism or hard coatings.
In conjunction with some of the worlds leading lens manufacturers, Tantec A/S, Denmark, has developed Corona treaters to improve quality and productivity of optical lens manufacturing. The new in-line Corona treaters are now making the labour intensive batch pre-treatment very ineffective.
After treatment the water spreads evenly on the surface, and an ultra-clean surface is presented to the following coating processes.
After washing and drying, the Corona treatment effect is more or less gone, therefore, the lenses are passing through a second RotoTEC unit on the line to re-establish high surface tension before the first coating process. A third RotoTEC is required downstream, if a further layer of coating is prescribed i.e, photochromic or hard coatings.
A Tantec RotoTEC is available as a single- or double lane o-ring conveyor with an open front design for easy access and quick exchange of endless transport belts. All belts are changed within 3-5 minutes without disassembling any machine parts.
Tantec is a pioneer of developing equipment for surface treatment of plastic components such as ophthalmic lenses. For further information on surface treatment please visit www.tantec.com

A GOOD NEW FOR THE OIL-HYDRAULIC! SERV-CLIP® THE PIPE MEASURING POINT is a patented product and registered trade mark of BKM in Hagen-GERMANY.

– Connect into system UNDER PRESSURE
up to 630 bar (9100 psi)
WITHOUT TUBING SEPARATION IN 3 MINUTES

– (incl. M16X2) ALLOWS CONNECTION OF SENSORS
AND SCREWED COUPLINGS

CHECK IMMEDIATELY: Pressure, Temperature,
Flow Rate, Leakage, Aqua content in oil,
Particle Contamination and more

– For Diameters : 10 to 88,9 mm + Imperial NB & OD and specials

How works serv-Clip®?
FAST ASSEMBLY (3 Minutes)
A needle is pressed through the wall of the pipe. It uses the principle of plastic deformation to create a leak-proof opening.

Good quality reasons :
-No contamination of the oil through swarfs
-Working pressure up to 630 bar.
-Viton O-ring (+200°C) is supported outwards always orthogonal towards the tubular axis.
-The needle is conical and the leak proof is closed after the installation.

Measuring immediately – without tubing separation

OPTIONS :
Type 1: for mounting ON pressurized pipes
(no shutdown of your installations)

Type 2: for mounting on NON pressurized pipes (Installation of SENSORS possible!!)

TASTE SERVCLIP IN COMBINATION WITH OUR SENSORS
Flow rate (*) fluid-Check® (up to 600 Liter/minute)
Leakage (*) fluid-Check® (from 0,02 Liter/Minute)
Pressure
Temperature (*)
Oil samplings
Aqua quote (*)
Particle counters
Ventilation

(*) Installation with SERVCLIP Type 2 only possible– for non pressurized pipes. –

Contact us to resolve your Hydraulic maintenance problem under [email protected] or see our Installation videos under our website.

JAQUET TurboTach System – from the leading supplier of turbocharger speed sensors.

The TurboTach system is specifically designed for in-house testing of turbochargers.
The system combines proven speed sensors compatible with the popular turbo brands
with a 5 digit auto ranging digital tachometer – at 100 krpm the indication changes from 99999 to 100.0.

The tacho is scaleable for any compressor wheel or main shaft measurement and also
features a fast analogue output proportional to speed along with a limit switch.
The system comprises of a speed sensor, digital tacho, interconnection cables and PCT400 programming cable. Power is derived from 10…36 VDC. Sensor supply of 5 VDC is provided by the tacho.

For detailed technical data on the tacho please refer to the JAQUET TurboTach
specification. How to order the TurboTach system: Where a speed sensor is already installed, please specify the turbo model number. Where no speed sensor exists, we provide a sensor for installation in the compressor wheel cover.

A dimension drawing of the standard TurboTach sensor is shown overleaf.
The PC software that comes free with each unit enables you to configure the tacho for any turbo-charger and to display instrument status.

Perry, OK, April 16, 2010 – The Charles Machine Works, Inc. (CMW®), manufacturer of Ditch Witch® underground construction equipment, has acquired 100 percent ownership of HammerHead Trenchless Equipment, manufactured by Earth Tool Company, LLC (ETC) of Oconomowoc, WI. This acquisition makes ETC a wholly owned subsidiary of CMW. Hammerhead is a global leader in the design and manufacture of piercing tools, bursting systems, pneumatic hammers and horizontal directional drill tooling.

“Our decision to acquire HammerHead/ETC was based on our long-term, strategic commitment to grow our core business,” says Tiffany Sewell-Howard, CEO of CMW. “We plan to fully leverage HammerHead’s products and expertise to strengthen our position in the water and sewer rehabilitation markets globally.”

HammerHead/ETC and the Ditch Witch® organization both expressed excitement and confidence that the acquisition will ensure long-term sustainability and market leadership. “Both companies have spent years developing customer confidence in our brands,” says Brian Metcalf, CEO of ETC. “Joining together reaffirms a commitment customers can depend on.”

About The Charles Machine Works, Inc./Ditch Witch®
The Charles Machine Works, Inc., manufacturer of Ditch Witch products specializes in the design and manufacture of high-quality underground construction equipment. The company is a one-stop source for trenchers, vibratory plows, pneumatic piercing tools, backhoes, electronic tracking and locating tools, horizontal directional drilling systems, drill pipe, downhole tools, vacuum excavation systems, excavator-tool carriers, mini skid steers and the Zahn® family of power utility equipment. For more information on Ditch Witch products visit www.ditchwitch.com.

About HammerHead®/Earth Tool Company, LLC
HammerHead Trenchless Equipment, manufactured by Earth Tool Company, LLC (ETC) is located in Oconomowoc, WI. HammerHead® piercing, bursting and ramming products are used by contractors around the globe to install or replace fiber, communication, water, sewer and gas lines with minimal disruption to above ground landscapes, structures and traffic flow. For decades HammerHead has led the industry in bringing innovative trenchless solutions to customers. For more information on HammerHead Trenchless Equipment visit www.hammerheadmole.com.

Following up on the latest launches of hot water electrically driven pressure washers, Nilfisk-ALTO now launches a new range of 7 petrol and diesel driven hot water units – the NEPTUNE PE and DE lines. The new range comprises both mobile and trailer-mountable models corresponding to uses in the construction segment, by cleaning contractors or in industry.

Innovative design
The new NEPTUNE PE includes a new, innovative design with integration of electrical box around the fuel tank in order to save space and provide a high level of serviceability. The frames can be easily converted from mobile to trailer mountable for a wider range of applications.

Low Cost Cleaning
All models are now equipped with the EcoPower boiler system from the mobile electrical range. The EcoPower system assures heating efficiency levels of > 91%, meaning a large reduction in fuel consumption – and thus in fuel costs. In addition, the same boilers can be found on our mobile, electrical ranges which means more efficient spare parts requirements and lower service training time for our customers.
The Tornado Plus nozzle gives a 75% increase in cleaning efficiency compared to standard nozzles due to the highly concentrated water jet. This increases performance and reduces cleaning time.

Reliability
The NEPTUNE PE-DE benefit from many features ensuring a high level of reliability and durability:
• Ceramic pistons and brass pump heads for extended lifetime
• Exhaust gas temperature and flame sensors for protection of the boiler systems
• Low fuel cut off to protect the fuel pump
• Low pump oil cut off to protect pump lifetime
• High pump water temperature to protect the pump also

Ease of use
The NEPTUNE PE-DE models are designed for easy use and quick understanding of controls. This reduces downtime and thus the overall cost of cleaning. The Ergo 2000 spray gun has low activation and handling forces and both spray gun and lance are designed to fit easily to most working postures, reducing physical strain. The quick and bayonet coupling systems on the machine or on the lances mean that preparation and adaptation of the machine to different situations is done quickly and easily. The control panel itself is easy to use and understand, requiring minimum training time or risk for error. All accessories can be easily stored on the machines.

Micro Springs are more and more used in the electronics and medical industry. Schweizer adapted the spring know-how systematically to the requirements for micro and precision engineering and to ever-decreasing spring sizes.

The Schweizer speciality is the development and production of Micro Springs with wire diameter < 0,10 mm and spring outer diameter < 0,3 mm. The smaller the better !

Power supply and physical layer diagnostics on the bus

R. STAHL’s new Advanced Fieldbus Power Supply (A-FPS) is the first and only power supply module for FOUNDATION™ fieldbus H1 segments to additionally provide a wide range of physical layer diagnosis functions. At a mere 10% premium over the standard supply module from the same series, the integrated devices enable complete and continuous plant monitoring. In the past, the integration into asset management systems required separate, cost-intensive diagnosis modules and software tools. Each Advanced Fieldbus Power Supply (A-FPS) not only detects overload and short circuits on its segments, but also continuously registers the physical parameters of the fieldbus, such as voltage and current on the trunk, communication level, noise level, asymmetries and jitter.

Error messages can be routed to a management software via the Diagnosis Communication Module (DCM) and the FF H1. Additionally, they are signalled via a potential-free relay contact. A serial interface on the front side makes it possible to read out detailed data on site by means of standard terminal programs. Lastly, colour LEDs in a traffic light design following the NAMUR NE107 scheme ensure that untrained staff members can identify problems at the module at first glance. In case of deteriorating transfer quality on the bus, warning messages can be triggered proactively, allowing users to make adjustments before a segment fails. The line quality threshold value can be manually adjusted by means of a control dial at the module. The compact units can be installed on a DIN rail or on a bus-Carrier which houses modules for up to eight standard-supply segments or four segments with a redundant supply. The carrier systems are also available as adapted, easy-to-handle models for specific host systems and their plug connectors, such as Emerson Delta V and Yokogawa Centum VP (upcoming models will be suitable for Honeywell and Invensys controllers). Each power supply module features an integrated terminating resistor which can be turned off in host systems with their own bus terminator. Just like the basic version, the Advanced Fieldbus Power Supply System supplies the fieldbus with 28 V and 500 mA and enables a 1 A supply via a parallel connection of two devices in “Boost” mode. If users decide on a redundant supply setup in which two modules provide 250 mA each, they will automatically also benefit from redundant diagnosis functions.

Taylor Hobson Surtronic 25 is put through its paces. Richard Parker of Trescal, Europe’s largest calibration and measurement providers, explains all…

Trescal, born from a strategic break off from Air Liquide in 2004 quickly became Europe’s largest calibration and measurement provider. Trescal operates over 45 calibration service centres and employs over 1000 people across Europe; we service 20,000 customers and handle over 600,000 calibration operations every year covering a large range of sectors such as Defense, Aerospace, Aeronautics, Automotive, Power Generation & Utilities, Electronics Manufacturing, Communications and Medical & Chemistry.

All of our sites have ISO certification and all our labs are accredited under ISO17025 in some specific domains. Our accredited labs cover a broad spectrum of technologies such as Accelerometry, Acoustic, Climatic, Dimensional, Electricity / Magnetism, Time / Frequency, Gas Flowmeter, Liquid Flowmeter, Force, Torque, Hardness, Mass / Scale, Photometry, Pressure / Vacuum, Radiometry / Optical, Temperature, Humidity, Volume.

To be able to service and support all the above industries and application areas to the highest possible standards we constantly invest in new equipment and resources.
To keep in line with our strict quality standards we will not utilise any equipment without a product trial including a full gauge R &R (Repeatability & Reproducibility).

One of our more recent requirements was for portable surface finish equipment. For this purpose we trialled a number of products including Taylor Hobson’s Surtronic 25 hand held roughness checker. This is an Instrument designed to measure the roughness of various surfaces and lends itself to a variety of applications and industries.

Richard Parker, Technical Manager of Trescal comments:

“The Surtronic 25 passed Trescal bench with ease. This is a robust product that ticked all the boxes for Trescal requirements. I was especially impressed with the additional software package for the Surtronic 25 which was very easy to use and offered a host of additional analysis and processing features”

Insulation Blower – SERIES 700 Reliable Hydraulic Power On The Industry’s Most Versatile Platform
The SERIES 700 insulation blower is the next generation in high performance blowing machines:
Powerful enough for open blow
Precise enough for sidewall fill
Versatile enough for wall spray, “netted” cavity or stabilized applications

Totally Hydraulic Drive System
The SERIES 700 features a totally hydraulic drive system providing power to the blower, feeder and hopper. The new variable speed blower control allows the operator to control air volume while maintaining a constant delivery pressure. With Meyer’s hydraulic design, there are no more clutches, transmissions and the associated chains, belts and pulleys. Our innovative design simplifies installation, providing exceptional operating performance and reliability while requiring minimal maintenance.

Quick-Change Seal Strip System – Simplified Operation – Minimized Downtime
Smart engineering simplifies operation, minimizes downtime and delivers accurate and uniform coverage. Meyer’s exclusive quick-change seal strip system lets you replace seal strips in the feeder in minutes. The infinitely adjustable hopper speed control provides precise control of hopper conditioning speed, and the electrically operated material slide gate is panel mounted for easy adjustment. All gauges and controls are easily accessible without having to remove protective safety guards.

Insulation blowing professionals can choose from the SERIES 700’s two drive train options to suit specific needs and preferences:
Hydraulic power-take-off
Water cooled gas engine
The SERIES 700 represents Meyer’s total commitment to the highest standards of quality, craftsmanship and customer service. Backed by the most comprehensive 2-year warranty in the industry, the SERIES 700 will serve the professional applicator for years to come.

The MCE Mostra Convegno Expocomfort 2010 in Milan (Italy) has
come to a successful end.

The Ascon booth was crowded of visitors interested in the new solutions offered by ‘climaPAC’ and ‘boilerPAC’, the control systems based on the Ascon’s Programmable Automation Controller.

For heat management Ascon has launched ‘climaPAC’ the new complete and modular system that represents the ideal solution for the accurate remote control of heating plants.
The system fits itself to the characteristics of the heating and hot water plant; it is directly interfaced with sensors and actuators and it is independent from the plant type.

For complete and modular control of industrial boilers Ascon introduced ‘boilerPAC’.
A single control system, suitable for contractors, boiler and burner manufacturers.
The hardware is standard and expandable. The software is modular and includes all the possible variants.
The above allows selecting only the desired functions on the basis of boiler type, size and application.

Many thanks to the visitors of the Ascon booth.

Please do not hesitate to contact our sales forces to discuss the solution of your applications.

Extreme Edges is Square Enix’ latest venture into Western publishing. This was unveiled in Dengeki’s latest issue, and it’s further revealed that the new label has got three new games already waiting in the wings.
 
 
 
 

Homebrew coder Actarus has recently released a new version of iDeaS, the ever-popular Nintendo DS emulator for Windows and Linux. The latest beta update of the homebrew includes is mostly a bug fix release to further improve

William Rastetter wrote:

1. Build clusters of excellence. Single companies have a tough time in isolation!

2. Provide meaningful ownership incentives to all employees. Share the big picture with every employee, often. Establish, communicate frequently and live a concise, coherent set of Corporate Values—”walk the talk.”

3. Embrace change as a constant. Know how to evolve your company and its strategy in response to outside competitive forces. Stagnation around outdated concepts and “staying the course” can be your enemies.

4. Build your companies on “three-legged stools:” First is innovative technology with strong intellectual property. Second, you need a strategy that gives you competitive advantage despite your small size and high cost of capital. Third, new companies need excellent people.

5. Don’t even start if your “stool” has only two legs!

[Editor’s note: To help launch Xconomy Detroit, we’ve queried our network of Xconomists and other innovation leaders around the country for their list of the most important things that entrepreneurs and innovators in Michigan can do to reinvigorate their regional economy.]

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The classic Nintendo 64 console can now really get along with the times, thanks to this handheld mod by Bacteria. It’s practically the whole thing crammed into one delectable piece of portable N64 heaven, complete with speakers

Sony has released the latest PlayStation Move video diary to showcase the upcoming motion controlled bowling game, Brunswick Pro Bowling. Check it out after the jump.
 

This is one huge file size! Then again, if you’re really bent on getting yourself a copy of Record of Agarest Wars on your PS3, 10GB should mean nothing to you.
 
 
 
 

The Clinton County Historical Glass Negatives Portrait Project has been “diligently identifying, sorting, re-sleeving and generally rediscovering a collection of over 15,000 glass negatives dating back to 1897.” They have made a selection of these photos available for purchase as reprints, but they have also put all of the photos behind a copyright gate that requires anyone viewing the photos agree to a ridiculously large block of legalese:

All photographs in this gallery are the property of the Clinton County Historical Association and are protected by the Copyright Law of the United States (Title 17, United States Code) and by the Berne Convention. Reproduction, storage or transmittal by any means, of any image on this web site, whole or in part, is prohibited without express prior written permission. Prints purchased from this gallery may not be reproduced or scanned for any reason and may only be used for personal display. If you wish to publish or reproduce the materials in any physical or digital form or use them for any commercial purpose, including display or Web page use, you must obtain prior written permission from the Clinton County Historical Association.

Reader Luke T. Bush, who submitted the story, astutely asks: “I understand charging for the work of scanning and printing negs but can they claim copyright to prevent copying of the prints?” As ruled in Bridgeman Art Library v. Corel Corp. 36 F. Supp. 2d 191 (S.D.N.Y. 1999), exact photographic copies of works in the public domain cannot be copyrighted. So, the question then extends to whether or not those photos are in the public domain yet. The copyright is owned by the photographer and lasts for life plus 70 years. Since the photos in question were taken from 1901-1905, it is likely that many have already passed into the public domain.

Even if CCHA actually did own the copyright to the photos, they are unnecessarily hamstringing themselves by adding this needless “protection.” Not only are the low-resolution scans on their site marred with a digital watermark, but hiding them behind their own particularly restrictive copyright gate also prevents the images from ever being included in a search engine. So, while CCHA has taken the admirable step to saving these photos from obscurity by scanning them, putting them behind this copyright gate effectively re-hides them.

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