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Which plant operator in the pharmaceutical industry doesn’t know the problem: a pressure transmitter
switches to fault mode or no longer delivers a valid measured value. It’s actually no big deal, a spare instru-ment is quickly installed and within minutes the new in-strument is working and production is up and running again.

But why did the instrument fail?
Damaged or cracked metal diaphragms are one of the most frequent causes of failure in pressure transmitters. The result is that isolating diaphragm liquid
(50 … 2500 µL), which serves as a transmission medium between separating diaphragm and sensor element, leaks into the process.
The fault may not even be noticed by the sensor elec-tronics since the product itself also exerts a measurable pressure on the sensor. The exact time of the damage can therefore not always be determined.

The isolating diaphragm liquids used are generally sub-ject to FDA regulations and are not harmful to health. For the plant operator, however, they represent a product quality risk. The implemented transmission oils don’t mix well with the water-based pharmaceutical products – serious contamination is sometimes the result.

The pressure transmitters with ceramic-capacitive
CERTEC® measuring cell from VEGA offer a solution for these quality and validation processes. The ceramic measuring cell works without transmission liquid and ideally satisfies all requirements of the pharmaceutical industry. The measuring cell is dry, self-monitoring and registers both damage to the diaphragm and moisture leaking into the sensor.

The diaphragm, which consists of sapphire ceramic, is
10 times harder than high-grade steel and easily defies abrasive media. The ceramic diaphragm and ceramic body are joined together with glass solder, allowing a constant product temperature up to +150 °C. The high surface quality is a guarantor of optimal cleanability and sanitation. This design is rounded out by a sophisticated seal concept. Depending on process requirements, a double seal or a hygienic form seal can be implemented.

The new DFM 5.0 Doppler Flow Meter from Greyline Instruments measures flow from outside a pipe. The clamp-on ultrasonic sensor mounts on any pipe 12.5mm ID or larger. The DFM 5.0 is designed for “difficult” liquids like wastewater, sludge, slurries, abrasives or any liquid with bubbles or suspended solids. Calibration and start-up is simple with the built-in 5-button keypad.

Standard features include a large, backlit display and totalizer, isolated 4-20mA output and 2 control relays. Options include a built-in data logger and reporting system with USB output and Windows software and intrinsically safe sensor.

The portable thermometer Model MF1000 is combined with a needle type sensor for measurement of internal temperature of foods or liquid temperature.

The indicator and the sensor grip with anti-bacteria surface housing are washable (IP67 – waterproof and dustproof).
The thermometer designed to use in food processing fields is recommended to use for temperature monitoring in HACCP.

Features

Wide temperature range of -40 to 260°C
High accuracy of ±0.5°C, high-speed response of 2 seconds
Easy to use in your hand with the sensor fit to the backside of the thermometer.
Conforms to IP67 (dustproof and waterproof) and washable.
Anti-bacteria ABS resin housing fits in your safety program.
Enables to store the sensor with cable to the thermometer for easy carrying
500 hours working with auto-power-off function built in.

There are over 1,000 vacuum cups for this product line, which we have divided into 15 categories, style A through style O. Part number and dimensions are listed for each style. We also show a sample picture of a vacuum cup for each style to help you visualize the look of the cup. If you don’t find the exact vacuum cup that you are looking for, please call us and we will locate it quickly for you.

Most people select these cups molded in blue vinyl, which is a great all-purpose material. We also mold them in Silicone, FDA Silicone, Oil Resistant Vinyl, Anti-Static Vinyl, FDA Vinyl, and Urethane depending on the specific application

Since Sirius Electric has been founded, it has been characterised by the way of designing and manufacturing sonotrodes. The sonotrodes can be fit to most of the ultrasonic welders on the market. Each sonotrode is manufactured taking in account all the typical welding features. The materials used, aluminium, titanium or hardened steel, are chosen with respect to cost and application. The sonotrode design is realized using computerized systems. The manufacturing is normally carried out by numerically-controlled machines. All that made us reach important results regarding cost and quality. Before being supplied, each sonotrode will be checked with suitable instruments. During these tests we control the frequency and the amplitude of vibration. Frequently the design is previously discussed with the customer in order to achieve the best performance. This is the company’s policy as we are convinced that the best results can only be achieved thanks to a close collaboration between customer and supplier.

Through our four technologies, ultrasound, vibration circular rotofrizione and hot plate, Sirius Electric is able to offer a wide range of application possibilities for the assembly of parts made of thermoplastic material. According to specific customer requirements, Sirius Electric is able to customize their products. The construction of special equipment, is the meeting point between customer demand and our experience of builders. The mechanical and electronic design, is optimized to the best and the results achieved are positive with customer satisfaction.
Our elettonically development department is able to customize the ultrasonic generators and the control cycle systems of our welders on specific customer’s request. In some cases, these customizations, lead us to the production of new and innovative systems.
Our design department and production engineering dept., are able to realize machineries and special equipments. In particular, the sonotrodes that can be easily used on other ultrasonic welders of different brands.
Rotary table welders, equipped with monitoring systems and additional stations, integrate the different stages that occur normally manually, these machines are designed and built in close cooperation with the customer.

YORBA LINDA, CA April 2, 2010 – B&K Precision has created a comprehensive guide on function and arbitrary waveform generators. Anyone from novice to experienced users of function and arbitrary generators will appreciate this detailed guide and generator selection aid. A primary goal of this guide is to help users select the best generator for their particular testing requirements. With over 28 signal generators already in its lineup—and more on the horizon—B&K realized this guide would help customers make the right choice.

B&K Precision’s signal generator line ranges from general-purpose analog function generators and direct digital synthesis (DDS) based instruments to sophisticated arbitrary waveform generators (AWG). This complete line addresses the requirements of a broad spectrum of applications and environments from schools, hobbyists, and repair shops to engineering and science labs. The appeal of modern DDS generators is the ability to provide a wide variety of output signals with outstanding frequency resolution. Building on DDS technology, arbitrary waveform generators allow users to create complex, fully user-defined output signals, as well as common function generator waveforms.

This informative guide explains the intricacies of these various types of generators. Additionally, the guide offers a complete glossary explaining terms such as Amplitude Modulation, Distortion, Voltage Controlled Frequency, and more. The B&K Guide for Function and Arbitrary Waveform Generators also contains a useful Q & A section with tips for various circuitry set-ups.

Download this valuable guide on function and arbitrary waveform generators free of charge by visiting http://www.bkprecision.com/generator-guide.

About B&K Precision
For more than 50 years, B&K Precision Corporation has been building a reputation for excellence in the design and manufacture of reliable and cost-effective test and measurement instruments. The company’s products are used in a wide range of applications including design, research and development, production line testing, industrial maintenance, and electronic field service. B&K Precision test and measurement instruments are standard equipment in a large number of universities and technical schools which train future engineers and technicians. B&K Precision was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Yorba Linda, California.

For more information:
Lucinda Farwell
(425) 210-8060
[email protected]

… with new lever actuated options

Parker Hannifin, the global leader in motion and control technologies, has enhanced its range of high performance directional control valves with the introduction of a lever operated model. With compact dimensions and a rugged construction, the new manually operated VikingXtreme valves are designed to improve productivity in particularly demanding environments, such as those typical of logging equipment, quarrying, commercial vehicles, saw mills and conveyor systems.

The new manually operated VikingXtreme pneumatic valves have been designed to offer unparalleled flexibility and functionality. In particular, they offer a variety of different circuit configurations, with both 5:2 and 5:3 functions including self centring 5;3 versions. Operation is quick and simple via the multi-position lever arm, which is sufficiently robust to protect it from damage in demanding applications and is designed to be used with gloved hands.

The compact yet heavy duty valves incorporate innovative spool technology and have been designed for use in pneumatic systems that have to operate at extreme temperatures, between -40 and +60¡ÆC, and at pressures of up to 16 bar.

In contrast with traditional valves, which typically use O-ring or lip seals between the valve spool and body, the new VikingXtreme valves feature a single piece aluminium spool, over-moulded with a specially formulated rubber compound. This eliminates the problems of seals deforming or extruding under conditions of high pressure or flow, while also reducing the number of component parts and extending operating life.

As a result, the new pneumatic valves can be used in higher pressure, high flow applications and are available in a range of port sizes, including G¨û¡±, G¨ù¡±, G¨ü¡± and G¨ö¡±.

Full Range of Training Compressors Available

Burckhardt Compression modernized its existing Training Center at its headquarters in Winterthur, Switzerland. Hands-on trainings can now be done on the Laby®, Process Gas and Hyper Compressor together with theoretical education.
The new Training Center with a surface area of approximately 300 square meters offers a wide variety of training options covering all aspects relating to the compressor technology, efficient
maintenance and operational compressor reliability. It is located at the headquarters next to the main building where the compressors are engineered and manufactured. In order to meet
the requirements of customers that operate either Laby®, Process Gas or Hyper Compressors, Burckhardt Compression expanded the range of compressors available for hands-on practice in its Training Center. Additionally, the facility got
modernized which brings an efficient and comfortable environment to the training location.
As an OEM Burckhardt Compression has experienced and high qualified reciprocating compressor experts providing tailor-made theoretical education and practical courses. The chief training
instructors gained extensive knowledge in compressor operation, optimization and efficient compressor trouble-shooting on international jobs and have a broad technical background. Since
the beginning of Burckhardt Compression’s compressor history trainings were offered just next to its large workshop which brings many benefits to the participants. They have the possibility to get
live impressions on compressor components and different compressors in assembly stage.
Attendees of the inaugural trainings have provided positive feedbacks. Mr. Mehmet Fatih Yavuz,
Maintenance Manager, Petkim: “For me as an operator it is essential that our Process Gas and Hyper Compressor have a high availability and reliability to ensure production on our LDPE plant.
Therefore, I need to know the equipment well and train different situations that might occur on training compressors. I was very satisfied with the Burckhardt Compression Training. Further I got
a nice impression of Switzerland, their multicultural people and the city of Winterthur.”

New “No Metal Parts” SAT400 Pump, suitable for pumping high purity fluids as acids, solvents and I.D. water.
SAT Group is a world leader since 1987 in the production of high purity mechanical components.
The pump SAT400 has a dozen innovations, which make the pump most secure, versatile and technology pump present, at today, in the world.
All components are manufactured at the SAT site, within clean room class 100; each component is tested and monitored carefully, according to ISO 9001. Even its assembly occurs inside the clean room with “full automatic” system to ensure a high and consistent standard.
SAT400 pumps are strictly identical: tolerance, torque, etc. etc.
Tests takes place in cleanrooms and wet bench station; passed the test, the pumps are packed in a sealed envelope and boxed carefully, before being suitable for being installed inside the clean room’s customer.

*Italian Patent Application No. RM2008A000196, filed on April 14, 2008
US Patent Pending

the type : JYK
Cage Nuts consists of a spring steel cage, designed to clip onto a square hole, within which is a threaded nut. Cage nuts combine the best advantages of spring steel fasteners with the high strength of a threaded nut. In the event of a nut being stripped out or a bolt breaking, the nut can be simply removed and replaced with a new one.

The nut floats within the spring steel cage to mate normal hole misalignment. The installation is easy with no require for special tools.

stainless steel and carbon steel materials are available.

AUTO series
2 Axis with NC Hydraulic Bending
Capacity up to 88.9mm

Machine Features :
Ÿ CNC bending machine with capacity up to 88.9mm
Ÿ Fully Automatic and Cost Effective
Ÿ Equipped with 3 programmable axis
– Feeding – Electric Servo
– Rotation – Electric Servo
– Bending – Hydraulic (NC)

Ÿ Hydraulic pressure die assist for every bending stack
Ÿ Equipped with Wiper, clamping and pressure die seats
Ÿ Programmable early mandrel extraction system
Ÿ Touch screen system
Ÿ Electric servo controlled feeding & rotation axis to ensure high precision (+/- 0.2mm and +/- 0.2° ) and reliability
Ÿ NC programmable hydraulic bending precision up to +/- 0.2°
Ÿ Automatic springback compensation
Ÿ Data input by XYZ or YBC coordinates
Ÿ Data storage and editing for multiple files
Ÿ Automatic mandrel lubricating system ( Optional )

KINTO is one of the leading suppliers in China specialized in manufacture of copper parts for electrical applications.

Product range:
– copper flexible connectors made out of copper strips
– copper flexible connectors made out of baided tapes or stranded ropes
– flexible insulated busbars
– primary copper contacts
– primary copper connectors
– copper clamps and other customer copper parts

We use technologies such as press-/diffusion welding, braze welding, cold-pressing, stamping, deep-drawing and high precision machining.
The contact areas can be tinned or silver-coated according to customers’ requirements.

We are a ISO9001 certificated company with strict quality assurance system, and we have advanced production and testing equipments to assure the quality of each product.

The Hecus S3-MICROpix® and S3-MICROpixDF systems offer the possibility of Beam Stop Free SAXS/GISAXS. The integration of the semiconductor pixel-detectors Pilatus and Mythen, respectively, for 2-D and 1-D detection allows to measure the scattering in the immediate vicinity of the primary beam directly, without attenuation of the primary beam. This opens new experimental approaches in thin-film nanoanalytics, even surpassing synchrotron facilities.

Ultra-highspeed sensorless digital servo drive controller

The exact servo drive controller your application needs…

Ingenia offers custom developments based on standard products or specifications fully defined by the client.
We can develop the exact servo drive controller your application needs, with the experience and guarantee of our standard products.

Development of digital servo drive to control high power sensorless BLDC motor (~35KW) at very high speeds (60000rpm). The sensorless algorithm used was based on BackEMF detection.
The board included CAN interface, analog inputs and general purpose digital input/outputs.

Rotex has achieved ISO 9001:2000 by TUV and approvals like ATEX, PED, INMETRO, UL, CCOE, CMRI and Bureau of business standards for its explosion proof application for solenoid valves and limit switches. Also Rotex conforms to some of the highest design standards in India and the world, including: En, ISO, ANSI, ASTM, BIS, PIN, NSCE AND IEEE.

Flameproof testing as per IS : 2148 – 2004 (IEC 60079-1/2001) and weatherproof testing as per IS : 12063-1987 for IP-67 of your enclosure for Flameproof cum Weatherproof Limit Switch Housing, in cast aluminum alloy construction, designated by Model : DNLE for use in Gas Group : IIC and Zone 1.

Media: Compressed air, 50 um, filtered lubricated or unduplicated
Mounting: Through holes in housing, also suitable for mounting on manifold
Orifice: 1.3 mm
Flow factor: Kv = 0.025m3 / hr, kv= 0.42 l / min
Flow rate (Qn): 27.5 l / min
Operating Pressure Range: 0-10 bar
Temperature range: -10 °C to +70 °C
Response time-@5 bar: On time 12 msec, off time 13 msec
Material of construction: Aluminum

FEATURES
Manifold mounted, ease of maintenance
Direct Acting Mounts in any position Solenoid capable of turning 360°
Solenoid continuous duty rated
Noiseless performance Maximum speed 2000 cycles/ min

Milwaukee, Wisconsin –April 2nd, 2010 – (Battery Testing Equipment Company), Eagle Eye Power Solutions (EEPS) has added a new line of battery digital hydrometers to their battery test equipment product offering. The (Specific Gravity) SG-ULTRA Digital Hydrometers allow the user to test and record the temperature compensated specific gravity of batteries quickly and safely. This new model is available immediately and can be viewed on Eagle Eye Power Solution’s website at http://eepowersolutions.com/products/sg-ultra/ or ordered by calling (414) 962–EEPS (3377).

The SG-ULTRA has a 99.999% accuracy rate and boasts a 1,100-result internal storage capacity, making it the top-rated hydrometer in the market today. The SG-ULTRA measures temperature and specific gravity simultaneously allowing up to 10x faster readings than other conventional methods, while offering a safer approach to obtaining data. Eagle Eye Power Solution’s model consists of an easy-to-use Battery Management Software Package that is user-friendly. The SG-ULTRA is equipped to test flooded lead-acid & Ni-Cad batteries while automatically compensating for temperature. The SG-ULTRA is CE Compliant, durable and has been tested for rugged use.

Eagle Eye Power Solutions’ SG-ULTRA Digital Hydrometer includes the SG-ULTRA body equipped with two AAA batteries with approximately 90 hours of battery life. Eagle Eye Power Solutions provides the SG-ULTRA line with a protective boot that covers the model ensuring durability and protection. The custom-Battery Management Software Package is included with an IR Computer Link which allows quick and easy uploading to a computer. Each SG-ULTRA unit with accessories is packaged in a premier carrying case that comes with a lifetime guarantee. An easy-to-read instructional manual is included with each unit. Eagle Eye Power Solutions offers a 1-year warranty with this product.

Eagle Eye Power Solutions is committed to offering the BEST battery testing products, education, training, and support services to our customers. 100% customer satisfaction is the company’s signature guarantee and the foundation upon which the company is built. EEPS is always focused on building a long-term, mutually beneficial relationship, and maintaining lifetime customers. For more information, you can also contact Ryan Sberna at 414-962-3377 or [email protected].

EEPS is your #1 source for Resistance Testers, Digital Hydrometers, Battery Monitoring and Load Banks.

Through design and material selection efforts, Innovative Sensor Technology has developed a platinum thin film RTD to directly replace wire wound technology at half the cost.

Class A Rating From -200°C to +600°C
IST’s new PW and PG series thin film platinum temperature sensors are capable of achieving DIN 60751 class A accuracy in the temperature range of -200°C to +600°C. The PW series features a temperature coefficient of 3850 ppm/K, while the PG series offers a temperature coefficient of 3911 ppm/K. The sensors also feature outstanding hysteresis characteristics.

Wire Wound Performance at Half the Cost
Due to smaller dimensions, the PW and PG series sensors can be manufactured at lower material costs, allowing for the sensors to be offered at half the price of wire wound technology. The smaller thin film dimensions also lead to packaging versatility and much faster response times than those achieved by wire wound sensors.

Innovative Sensor Technology is a world-class manufacturer of thin-film RTD temperature sensors, capacitive humidity sensors, and mass flow sensors. Established in 1991, IST is an ISO 9001 certified company and is headquartered in Wattwil, Switzerland, with subsidiaries in the Czech Republic and USA.

The experience accumulated by our technical personnel goes back over 30 years, in Technology Centres and Production Technology, Mechanical and Automatic Design departments. This experience is one our company’s greatest assets.
Over the years we have worked in the food processing machinery sector, and this has enabled us to develop the range of waterjet cutting (WaterCut) and ultrasound cutting (SonicCut) machines.
Metronics will shortly construct the largest waterjet cutting installation in the market for a major food processing company. This system, for Fishblock, is revolutionary in the food processing sector and will enter service in the next few months, placing Fishblock at the sharp end of technology in the sector.

Metronics Technologies S.A.R.L.
2, rue des la Faisanderie
Centre d’Affaires YO
67380 LINGOLSHEIM
T. 00 33 (0)3 88 78 09 24
www.mttec.com

PREMIUM LINE
SUCCESS: DYNAMICS AND PRECISION.

Eberle PREMIUM band saw blades are characterized by their extreme hardness and durability. They are particularly engineered to saw hard-to-cut materials such as titanium alloys, Inconel or nickel-based alloys. Our PREMIUM band saw blades will enable you to vastly improve cutting performance. Together with Eberle?s establishedbacking material, both our carbide-tipped products, CT-flex 3000 and CT-flex 4000, set an absolute benchmark in bandsaw cutting technology.

Product launch at the EMO in Milan.
CT-flex and nanoflex gained enormous interest at the EMO.

Both innovations, nanoflex in the field of coated metal band saws as well as CT-flex, the new carbide tipped line, were the attractions of the company EBERLE. The international customer base ordered instantaneously these high performance cutting blades.

The customers highly appreciate the production extension in EBERLE’S PREMIUM portfolio, as high performance and efficient processes become more and more important.

duoflex HCP
Carbide tipped band saw blade for high alloyed materials

High cutting speed, outstanding surface finish quality and long operating life with the most quiet operation possible – the results of an innovative and forward-looking development program. EBERLE »HCP« handles hard-to-cut and high-alloy materials with a low cost-per-cut.