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Atlas Copco Philippines Holds 2009 Technolympics
Participants attended a challenging, hands-on, competitive 2-day event called the 2009 Atlas Copco Philippines Technolympics last June 5 & 6, 2009 at the head office at the Laguna Technopark. The participants were Product Engineers from Atlas Copco Philippines Compressor Technique’s major... - June 24, 2009 - Atlas Copco Philippines
New Sub pptv-Level Limit of Detection for VOC Analysis with IONICON PTR-MS
IONICON, the worlds’ leading PTR-MS company, is setting a new benchmark for on-line VOC monitoring / real-time mass spectrometry, for the first time touching a ppqv-range (parts per quadrillion) detection limit. IONICON PTR-MS technology is trusted by scientists all over the world with good... - June 22, 2009 - Ionicon Analytik GmbH
Brunette Industries Ltd. Will No Longer Represent Valon Kone OY
Brunette announces change to debarker industry in North America. - June 21, 2009 - Brunette Industries Ltd
RFID Reader - the Power of a Handheld Computer – the Price of a PDA
This reader provides for ultra fast inventory of items on pallets, warehouse shelves, on moving vehicles, or anywhere fixed reader class performance is required in a portable device. - June 21, 2009 - GAO RFID Inc.
Microsis Releases EBR1553 Bus Solution
EBR-1533 is the Enhanced Bit Rate version of MIL-STD-1553A/B, which is defined by SAE according to MIL-STD-1553B standard. Different from MIL-STD-1553B bus, EBR-1553 applies star-topology and use RS485 as physical layer. Except the RT to RT message format, EBR-1553 supports all the other message formats defined by MIL-STD-1553B. - June 20, 2009 - Zhuhai Microsis Electronic Technology Co.,Ltd
DOE, with Atlas Copco Philippines, Holds CNG Seminar
The Philippine Department of Energy (DOE), in cooperation with Atlas Copco Philippines, recently held the CNG Refueling Station Technology Seminar last May 21, 2009, at the DOE Audio-Visual Room, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City. The 63 participants who attended the seminar were from the following... - June 19, 2009 - Atlas Copco Philippines
Just Touch and Go with Upgraded Striebig Vertical Panel Saws from TM Services Ltd.
Major improvements have been made to the popular Striebig Evolution and Control Series of vertical panel saws, improving their efficiency and making them even more attractive for use in the busiest of production environments. Launched at Ligna, both the upgraded Evolution and Control models now... - June 19, 2009 - TM Services Ltd
Gaelite Composite Signs in Better Shape with Striebig Panel Saws from TM Services Ltd.
Changing to a Striebig Vertical Panel Saw has help improve efficeinct at Irish sign manufacturer Gaelite. - June 19, 2009 - TM Services Ltd
GTI Spindle Technology, Inc. Keeps It Lean and Green with Air/Oil Injection Lubrication
GTI Spindle Technology, Inc., (www.gtispindle.com) one of the world’s largest and fastest growing spindle remanufacturers, located in Manchester, NH, are advising its customers who utilize high frequency grinding spindles to consider air/oil lubrication to help eliminate the negative impact... - June 19, 2009 - GTI Spindle
Crest Pumps Doubles the Warranty Period on All New Chemical Pumps
Crest Pumps, the specialist manufacturer of chemical resistant centrifugal pumps has increased the warranty period on all pumps to two years. - June 19, 2009 - Crest Pumps Ltd
Striebig Panel Saws from TM Services Ltd Chosen by Furniture Makers to the Wealthy
The experiences fo Bill Cleyndart & Co with chosing a piece of high tech equipment for their very traditional craftsman based business. - June 18, 2009 - TM Services Ltd
Winters Launches New On-Line Technical Support Tools
Winters Instruments has launched a new web link on its website called “Support Tools.” This new resource section on the website includes information on criteria to consider when selecting instrumentation, how each group of products operate, a rich visual library on parts, as well as frequently asked questions (FAQ) and terminology. - June 17, 2009 - Winters Instruments
Labthink Introduces New PERME OX2/230 Oxygen Transmission Rate Test System
Labthink introduces new PERME OX2/230 Oxygen Transmission Rate Test System, it is applicable in oxygen transmission rate tests. - June 17, 2009 - Labthink Instrument Co., Ltd.
Kranlyft to Exhibit at Vertikal Days
Kranlyft UK will be exhibiting the two newest additions to their range of Mini Cranes at the Vertikal Days Exhibition that takes place this year on 24th and 25th June at Haydock Park Racecourse. They will be displaying the MC174 and the LC1385 alongside other machines. Their mini crane range now consists of seven machines spanning maximum lifting capacities from 1 to 6 tons. - June 13, 2009 - Kranlyft
Graco Inc. Launches New 4500 psi Hydra-Clean Pressure Washer
The Hydra-Clean 4500 psi pressure washer is designed for heavy duty cleaning of large equipment and facilities. - June 12, 2009 - Graco Inc
FEECO Organics Has Solutions to Waste Problems
FEECO International has been developing and implementing solutions to minimize environmental damage and fuel innovation in developing an ecocentristic solution to optimize their customers municipal, industrial, and agricultural biosolids disposal needs. - June 12, 2009 - FEECO International, Inc
A Cut Above: Automation Devices Now Offers High Definition Plasma Burning Services
Automation Devices, Inc. in Erie, Pa. now offers high definition plasma burning services. - June 12, 2009 - Automation Devices, Inc.
LadderPort, LLC. is Expanding and Seeks New Distributors
LadderPort, a leading manufacturer of roof access and ladder safety equipment, is accepting applications for new distributors. - June 12, 2009 - LadderPort, LLC.
What Buyers Want
Buyers need trained and trusted sales reps as they struggle with the economy. - June 11, 2009 - What Buyers Want
Sun Packaging Technologies Expands Into Tape Dispensing Systems to Worldwide Clients
Sun Packaging Technologies, Inc. announced the launch of their new line of reinforced gummed tape dispensers and tape through a new partnership with Better Packages, Inc., the leader in the water-activated tape industry. For over a decade, Sun Packaging Technologies has been a leader in shrink... - June 10, 2009 - Sun Packaging Technologies, Inc.
New TileWarm DIY Tile Heating System Available Online
TileWarm DIY under tile electric radiant floor heating systems available for online ordering for do it yourselfers offered by Speedheat. - June 10, 2009 - Speedheat Floor Heating
Aquatherm Distributor Installs 900-Collector Ecosun System
Massive installation will provide process pre-heat for Nestle plant water supply - June 07, 2009 - Aquatherm Industries, Inc.
ScottTech's PickPro WCS Live at the Dayton VA Medical Center
ScottTech Integrated Solutions has successfully upgraded Dayton VAMC’s SPD (Supply, Processing, and Distribution) warehouse control system. The upgrade performed included installing the latest version PickPro WCS™ software (v8.1). - June 05, 2009 - ScottTech Integrated Solutions
Active RFID Tag with Mounting Strap
It has an estimated life span of five years at a transmission time interval of approximately 1.5 seconds. All data is pre-programmed prior to shipping. - June 05, 2009 - GAO RFID Inc.
P&G Steel Products Receives National SHARP Recognition from OSHA
P&G Steel Products Company, an integrated supplier of progressive, transfer and deep draw metal stampings to 1000 ton announces that the company was recently awarded a national Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) honor by the Occupational Safety & Health Administration... - June 03, 2009 - P&G Steel Products Co.
P&G Steel Products is Certified to ISO/TS 16949
P&G Steel Products Company, an integrated supplier of progressive, transfer and deep draw metal stampings to 1000 ton announces that the company has received certification to ISO/TS16949 Second Edition. “Kirk Crawford, Quality Assurance Manager, leads a cross-functional team of dedicated... - June 03, 2009 - P&G Steel Products Co.
TEMP-AIR Named #56 on RER Top 100, Recognized as a Leader in Construction Indoor Air Quality
TEMP-AIR, Inc., a specialist in temporary HVAC rental services, is named #56 on Rental Equipment Register magazine’s list of top 100 rental companies in 2009 (RER 100). While the accompanying article states that overall rental volume of the RER 100 fell 0.36 percent in 2009, TEMP-AIR climbed... - May 31, 2009 - TEMP-AIR
Winters PTS Series Tube Stub Gauge Now Available in High Pressure Ranges Including 5,000 psi
This Tube Stub Gauge is now available in high pressure ranges up to and including 5,000 psi, in both bottom and back connections. - May 27, 2009 - Winters Instruments
Taylor Announces Their New RTGB-5040 for Handling Wind Mill Parts, Blades and Tower Post
Wind Mills consist of the following parts; blades, tower post, nose cone and generator. Currently the blades and towers are being handled with one or two reach stackers depending on weight and center of gravity distance. The nose cones are being handled in some areas with T-520M's. The generators... - May 26, 2009 - Taylor Machine Works
Green Joint Venture Boosts Jobs in Both U.S. and China
Stirling Technology Inc. (STI) is pleased to announce it has just formed a joint venture company, the Shenyang UltimateAir® Ventilator Co. Ltd., in China, in partnership with a large Chinese real estate company and a Korean company. The joint venture was formed to manufacture and sell... - May 25, 2009 - UltimateAir, Inc.
Thompson Pump’s 19th Annual Pumpology® School
Thompson Pump & Manufacturing Co., Inc., held their 19th Annual Pumpology® School April 22-24, at their corporate office in Port Orange, Fla. Thompson Pump hosted more than 40 select attendees from 13 U.S. states and seven countries. The three-day workshop included training sessions for... - May 24, 2009 - Thompson Pump
Press Brake Die Storage Unit for Section Dies
Proper Storage Systems, Inc. announces Roll-Out Shelves designed to store Press Brake Dies. - May 23, 2009 - Proper Storage Systems, Inc.
Champion-Arrowhead Chosen Converting All Their Plumbing Products to No‐lead, Nationwide, to Help Lower the Threat of Pollution and Toxic Substances
California law AB1953 is a major initiative focused on lowering the health threat of lead in pipes and plumbing fixtures. It revises the definition of “lead fee” within each component that comes into contact with the wetted surfaces of pipes and pipe fittings, plumbing fittings and fixtures. Effective January 1, 2010. Champion-Arrowhead is converting all of their plumbing products to no‐lead, nationwide and is focused on protecting drinking water through no-lead and back flow prevention. - May 21, 2009 - Champion-Arrowhead, LLC
Michigan-Based Manufacturer, Royal Arc Announces RAW Lifting Website www.royalarcslings.com
The RAW Lifting website is finally here. Visit it at: www.royalarcslings.com. - May 21, 2009 - Royal Arc Industrial
Techno-Derm’s New PhysioRed Technology Lights Up Fitness Centers and Dayspas Across the Nation
Techno-Derm has just launched PhysioRed, a new, FDA-listed fitness device that combines reclined exercise with infrared light for body detox, weight loss, muscle toning, skin beautification, cardio health and overall wellness. - May 21, 2009 - Techno-Derm, LLC
Hammersmith Mfg. Introduces The FLEXX-RIGHT®
Hammersmith Mfg. introduces The FLEXX-RIGHT®…a new, dynamic and patent-pending product to the pipeline and utility location and inspection, excavation and site prep industry. The FLEXX-RIGHT® is Flexxible, Safe and Strong. In a groundbreaking assembly of A36 carbon steel and HDPE,... - May 20, 2009 - Hammersmith Mfg
Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC Named SBA's 2009 San Diego District Small Business Exporter of the Year
Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC (THT) announced today that the company has been named SBA's (Small Business Administration) 2009 San Diego District Small Business Exporter of the Year. SBA recognizes THT as the outstanding small business champion among all candidates in San Diego and Imperial counties. - May 20, 2009 - Torrey Hills Technologies, LLC
DUECO Transitions from 2nd to 3rd Generation
DUECO announces a company succession plan, naming Judie Taylor as President. - May 20, 2009 - Dueco, Inc.
Allied Automation Joins Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Graham, president of Allied Automation (www.alliedautomation.com), has announced that the company has joined the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce. Allied Automation is a complete solutions provider that partners with its clients to take their product from concept to mass production. The... - May 17, 2009 - Allied Automation
Michigan-Based Manufacturer, Royal Arc Promotes Its Own Stimulus Package for the Ailing Manufacturing Industry, NextGeneration™ Equipment as a Cost-Effective Alternative
Once again, on the forefront of the next wave of manufacturing and industrial services, Royal Arc Industrial proudly announces NextGeneration™ Equipment as part of its new SOLUTIONS FOR ALL YOU DO™ product and services campaign. - May 16, 2009 - Royal Arc Industrial
Labthink Introduces New Master-Satellite Oxygen Transmission Rate Test System
In order to meet the demands for higher testing accuracy and efficiency, Labthink, with the support of large amount of permeation testing data and long term deliberate argumentation, introduces PERMETM OX2/230 Oxygen Transmission Rate Test System. PERME OX2/230 Oxygen Transmission Rate Test System... - May 16, 2009 - Labthink Instrument Co., Ltd.
VIBCO Vibrators is Named as a Winner of the Managing Automation 2009 Progressive Manufacturing 100 Awards
VIBCO Vibrators' "lean revolution" earns it a place among this year's Progressive Manufacturing 100 Award winners. Some of VIBCO's key accomplishments include dramatic improvements in on-time delivery, productivity, quality and inventory management. VIBCO will be among those honored at the awards gala on June 11, 2009 in Sarasota, FL. - May 15, 2009 - VIBCO Vibrators
New Director of Business Development in Europe for Purex
Purex International Ltd have recruited Tony Lockwood, and experienced professional to further increase their market share of the fume extraction industry in Europe. - May 15, 2009 - Purex International Ltd
Labthink Introduces New Beer PET Bottle Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Permeation Testing Instrument
Labthink (www.labthink.cn) has newly developed beer PET bottle carbon Dioxide CO2 permeation testing instrument to test carbon dioxide permeation rate for beverage industry. - May 15, 2009 - Labthink Instrument Co., Ltd.
Recycle/Reuse/Renew. Modifying Existing Slipsticks Keeps Project Under Budget.
An existing packaging distribution system for crackers had to be reworked to accommodate the installation of a new packaging machine. The cost for all new conveyors would have exceeded the approved project budget. Preliminary plans determined it would require longer and bigger conveyors to... - May 14, 2009 - Triple/S Dynamics
Slipstick® Conveyor Solves Maintenance and Dust Control Problems
Triple/S Dynamics’ Slipstick Conveyor has become the conveyor of choice for one of the world’s leading industrial minerals producers. In their high-capacity plants, dust control and downtime carry significant costs. Further, the company is concerned with maintaining a clean working... - May 14, 2009 - Triple/S Dynamics
Horizontal Motion Conveyor Reduces Labor Costs
A Midwest nut and snack company reduced the number of line workers from four to one. The company was suffering from increased labor costs and decreased line yields because chocolate covered pretzels were shingling. Several line workers were needed to manually align the product downstream of the... - May 14, 2009 - Triple/S Dynamics
Design Guide Available for Innovative Slipstick® Conveyor System
Triple/S Dynamics, creator of the Slipstick® horizontal motion conveyor, has released a new interactive design guide covering the functions and options of their unique conveying system. The design guide can also be downloaded. The guide, available in electronic format, allows viewers to... - May 14, 2009 - Triple/S Dynamics
PureOFlow Delivers Affordable Water Purification to Combat Drug-Tainted Water
Many pharmaceutical companies are legally dumping drugs into waterways that lead to sources of drinking water and baths. Many of us take care of our skin – we use sunscreen, buy creams and try to eat right. But how many of us pay close attention to what is seeping into our skin’s open pores during a shower or bath? Poor skin conditions are exacerbated as a result and more money is spent on dermatology. Are we also focusing on food ingredients and not on water? - May 14, 2009 - PureOFlow by Pure Revolution
New Labthink Monocrystal Line Silicon Thickness Tester
Labthink introduces Labthink new PARAM CHY series of Thickness Testers for monocrystal line silicon thickness testing. With the development of silicon technology, better quality silicon ingot and wafer are more reliable and profitable. Therefore, there have been great demands for silicon quality... - May 14, 2009 - Labthink Instrument Co., Ltd.