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High-viscosity drum pumps.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff The FPUD500 series of high-viscosity drum pumps comes with TEFC- or air-driven motors. The pump tube is constructed modularly and supplied separately to provide flexibility. The pump tubes are rated to 200 F, 15,000 cps viscosity, have a 1.8 specific ...

Composite hoses.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff Composite hoses consisting of multiple layers of thermoplastic fabrics and films, held in place by internal and external wire helices, are manufactured under tension to make them self-sealing. TIFT-Compoflex and Willcox Hose products, engineered to provide structural ...

Viscosity sensor.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff The CE- and ATEX-compliant MXBOC viscosity sensor measures viscosities from 0.1 to 100,000 CPS, requiring 40-psi dry air and a three-way, 24-Vdc air valve. PLC-compatible, it's designed for both water and solvent-based ...

Liquid level switches.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff Available in side-mount, vertical-mount and temperature/liquid level models, liquid level switches also come in high-performance versions. Produced in brass, stainless steel and plastic, the electromechanical switches open or close electrical circuits in response to a ...

Sun-readable operator panel.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff The EXTER sun-readable HMI features a bright display, a polarization filter and an anti-reflection filter. Suitable for applications with varying light conditions, the panel accommodates most major automation brands; more than 100 drivers are available ....

Tube expander kits.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff Suitable for fabricating and maintaining boilers, heat exchangers and condensers, MILLHOG tube expander kits are supplied with a 6-foot hose whip, an in-line air filter, an oiler, quick-disconnect couplings and tools. Configurations include straight- and right-angle ...

Industrial Ethernet switches.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff The 852 series of Ethernet switches provides a selection of scalable solutions for network infrastructures. The series ranges from simple Ethernet switches to configurable, multifunction Ethernet communication switches. Features include a rugged housing, which give the ...

Compact ball screw.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff The SBK ball screw is available with screw shaft outer diameters ranging from 15 to 32 millimeters and nut diameters from 38 to 58 millimeters. A re-circulation structure, where balls are picked up in the tangential direction and the lead-angle direction ...

Precision screwdrivers.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff FELO precision screwdrivers feature handles that are designed to be used either in a finger-tip, precision mode or a full-grip, high-torque mode. Each screwdriver blade is machined to ...

Power supplies.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff Second-generation STEP general-purpose power supplies have expanded voltage and current ranges. The power supplies feature a voltage-versus-current characteristic output, and upon heavy load demands, they provide a constant ...

Syphon elbow.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff Constructed of stainless steel to provide corrosion resistance, the pinless syphon elbow is designed for use in steam-heated rotating cylinders. The patent-pending design eliminates the hinge pin and features an integral locking mechanism that secures the elbow in ...

Tank covers.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff Aluminum-tread WEATHER GUARD transfer tank covers allow users to match steel transfer tanks with existing aluminum-tread truck storage equipment. The covers are made of heavy-gauge aluminum to provide durability and are manufactured for ...

Stretch wrapper.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff The Lan-ringer overwrap stretch-wrapping system handles loads up to 4,000 pounds and 82 inches diagonal, depending on the model. Designed to wrap product that is moved on a conveyor, it features a Power-Thru conveyor; stabilizers support the top and sides of the product ...

Gearmotors.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff The VWDIR line of fractional horsepower gearmotors is designed for a variety of commercial and light industrial applications. The motors range from 1/30 to 1/2 hp, with output torques from 12 to 800 inch-pounds. The selection includes 12- and 90-V ...

Fiber laser.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff The F-series fiber laser is available in 10- and 20-W versions that combine YAG technology with fiber optics to accommodate precision marking. Capable of printing bar codes, logos and technical drawings, the laser can mark on materials ranging from flexible foil ...

Brushless servo motor.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff The BSM132 brushless servo motor reaches 20 hp and is expandable to 34 hp with optional blower cooling. It provides continuous stall torque from 620 to 1,060 pound-inches and is capable of speeds up to 5,000 rpm. Features include sealing to IP65 protection, feedback, ...

Tire pressure monitor kit.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff The Tire Pressure Monitoring System kit is designed to help with TPMS sensor maintenance during tire and rim changes. The kit features a sliding, adjustable torque scale and an audible alert that indicates ...

Ball bearings.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff Y-bearing-mounted housed ball bearing units are designed to perform at low speeds at temperatures ranging from -238 to 660 F. They feature large radial internal clearances consistent with expected operating temperatures; steel or graphite cages and pressed-steel shields ...

Field test instruments.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff The CalMaster 2 suite of electromagnetic flowmeter test instruments comprises two stand-alone electronic test instruments. The tool verifies calibration to within A1% while the magmeter remains in operation. A 15-minute test covers the primary sensor, transmitter and ...

Roller conveyor drive.

Sep 15, 2008 ... Staff Specifically designed for decline conveyors with a fail-safe requirement, the EC100 RollerDrive features a mechanical rotor-locking break. The drive's spring-loaded failsafe brake prevents drifting on inclines while ensuring smooth operation and low noise emission. The ...


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