June 11, 2008
THK INTRODUCES TY SERIES OF HIGH SPEED LINEAR ACTUATORS
THK’s new TY Series Linear Actuator is designed to reach super high speeds of up to 5 m/sec. (16.4 ft./sec.), and accelerations up to 5Gs. More>>
Handles, Knobs in Metal and Plastic
Carr Lane's durable handles and knobs come in metal and cushion-grip plastic. Over 140 varieties of handles, knobs and hand wheels in the online catalog. More>>
Goodbye Expensive Solutions, Hello DryLin R Linear Bearings
Reliable and design-friendly DryLin® R linear bearings are dimensionally interchangeable with ball bearings and specifically formulated for long life and consistently low friction—without maintenance or lubrication. Get complimentary samples>>
Complimentary “SMC” Coupling Line Catalog
Servometer® “SMC” flexible couplings absorb angular and parallel misalignments in combination with axial movements, while precisely transmitting motion and torque. Servometer’s stocked line offers torques ranging from 5 in-oz. (3.7 Ncm), to 3500 in-oz. (2471.8 Ncm). To request a complimentary catalog Go Here>>
Toro saves $500,000 and reduced product development time by 283 weeks
Stratasys FDM was used to build a commercial sprinkler prototype that could handle 100psi of water pressure. For this and similar projects, Toro engineers saved an impressive $500,000 on tooling and service -bureau costs. More>>
Design Engineering Report:
Develop Products Faster
Failures on rushed projects are often the catalyst for companies to investigate next-generation Computer-Aided-Engineering solutions. This report delves into the common mistakes those companies have made and offers recommendations to help your company unlock the power CAE.
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Achieve High Speed Responsive Positioning
The IKO Linear Motor Table LT is a direct drive positioning table featuring a low sectional height and light weight. LT is suitable for applications requiring high speed operation such as semiconductor, measuring instruments, assembling systems, and material transfer equipment. More>>
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Medical Equipment Markets: A Corporate Field Guide |
More patients are increasingly placing demands on nationwide medical facilities,  which in turn, drive a growing need for more efficient, technology-driven solutions to medical problems. To meet this need, a range of innovative products is emerging, from technology-assisted diagnosis and monitoring equipment to implantable devices and neurotechnology applications. These new medical devices center on quality of life improvements for patients and life-saving, spare-part surgery.
Many new and more diversified applications for medical devices and associated technology are available. For example, both ultrasound and digital x-ray machines are increasingly becoming more compact and portable. Such portability lets them fit more easily in operating theaters, emergency and intensive-care settings, doctors’ offices, and small clinics.
One major growth sector is in manufacturing implantable devices for the orthopedic market. Knee and hip implants already well established are now supplemented by spinal, hand, arm, and foot implants. Also, a complimentary development has emerged in the neurotechnology market. Here we find spinal cord and muscle stimulation devices for paralyzed patients, as well as cortical stimulators to assist stroke victims. Computerized diagnostic and remote patient monitoring devices offer new hope for patients confined to their homes or in understaffed medical facilities. More>> |
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OG-Cube Photoelectric Sensor
The OG-Cube photoelectric sensor from ifm efector inc. provides high optical performance in a compact metal housing. The sensor offers reliable position detection in industrial applications such as conveying, packaging, material handling and automotive manufacturing. More>> |
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Medical-Grade Accessory Power Strip
Medical-Grade NEMA Socket Strips are rated to 15 amp with service at 125 Vac. They come with four and six NEMA 5 to 15 outlets, a C14 inlet with connector lock, a guard-protected circuit breaker switch, and outlet covers. More>> |
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DataVisor Production Marquee Products
EXOR announces the release of a new DataVisor Product Line. All the DataVisor products have no software to load; each unit has an embedded web server for easy configuration and monitoring any where in the world. More>> |
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Lee Spring - Build a Better World
Lee Spring 90th anniversary is celebrating by soliciting case studies on how a Lee Spring stock or custom has improved the lives of others. More>> |
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HEIDENHAIN at IMTS
HEIDENHAIN will showcase its newest products at this year’s IMTS 2008 Show in Chicago at McCormick Place (September 8-13). Also expected is a stage set for a HEIDENHAIN Accuracy Campaign that promises to give booth visitors important insight into significant motion control issues. More>> |
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UAF Launches New Air Filter Technology
Universal Air Filter recently announced it will begin producing its 80 PPI Quadrafoam media with a UL 94 HF-1 rating, making them the only commercial air filter producer in this high porosity media class to meet the preferred self-extinguishing flame safety standards. More>> |
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Wear on Ballscrew
Combination Wiper effectively keeps contaminants from entering the ball nut while simultaneously lubricating the ball screw. The wipers - plastic and felt - exactly conform to the thread profile providing dual wiping action.
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