FORCE SENSORS
PCB Piezoelectronics, Depew, N.Y. A brochure entitled Three-Component Dynamic Force Sensors highlights specific sensors and instrumentation for force limited vibration testing. The publication also covers measuring input forces for modal analysis and structural testing, assessing biomechanical ability, monitoring cutting tool forces, studying machine and engine mounts for imbalance or noise, and recording impact forces during drop and crash testing. Three-component dynamic force sensors come in both ICP and charge output configurations for dynamic and quasi-static force measurement applications. Each configuration uses an array of precision aligned, quartz sensing crystals.
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FLOW AND LEVEL HANDBOOK
Omega Engineering Inc., Stamford, Conn. The 8th Edition Flow, Level and Environmental Handbook and Encyclopedia contains more than 1,400 pages of information on flow, level, and environmental products. Top-selling products include the new PHP-800 Series of metering pumps and the FSW-410 Series of flow and temperature switches. A new product is the LVU30 Series of non-contact ultrasonic level transmitter switches. Also featured are the WT2000 dual-use, high-performance wind tunnel and the WTM-100 mini-wind tunnel. This free hardbound handbook has a technical reference section with an overview on flow measurement, tips on selecting a complete flow measurement system, unit conversion tables, and a glossary.
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SENSING APPLICATIONS
Banner Engineering, Minneapolis, Minn. The 2008-2009 Sensor Products Catalog features new sensing products and applications. The full-color publication showcases the company’s industrial product line, which includes photoelectric and special-purpose sensors as well as measurement and inspection sensors. Highlights include the expanded variety of vision sensors and lighting accessories and the latest offerings from Banner’s two new product divisions, Wireless Networks and EZ-Light indicators. The catalog’s navigation options improve its usability. A reader may choose a sensor solution with the selection guide that compares and contrasts sensor features. Application illustrations show Banner sensing products solving industrial automation problems, and page references within these applications help users find the featured product.
VIBRATION MOUNTS
Advanced Antivibration Components, New Hyde Park, N.Y. Finding the right vibration mounts for an application can become easier with the use of the company’s 136-page catalog, No. V110. Among the 831 components in the publication are seismic mounts, Uniload constant natural frequency mounts, circular cable, air springs, shear mounts, wedge levelers, bell shape stud and insert, bumpers and feet, and Sorbothane pads. In addition, the company offers thermal conductive silicone products to resolve heat problems associated with electronic components. Many are suitable for use in extreme environmental conditions.
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POLYMER AND FILM
Victrex USA Inc., West Conshohocken, Pa. A technical brochure highlights the performance and reliability of FDA compliant Victrex PEEK polymer, Vicote coatings, and Aptiv films for use in food and beverage processing applications. PEEK polymer retains its key properties at temperatures from -195°C (-319°F) to more than 300°C (572°F). A major advantage of PEEK polymer, according to the company, is its ability to retain a high level of mechanical properties at elevated temperatures and in high-pressure steam.
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PRESS SYSTEM
Penn Engineering, Danboro, Pa. A series of six two-page specification sheets covers the line of Pemserter presses for installing self-clinching fasteners. Each sheet provides an overview, features and benefits, and specs for a particular press model. Sheets separately profile the Pemserter Series 3000 automatic press integrating full servo electromechanical actuation technology, the Series 2000 automatic press system with upgraded operating features and expansion capabilities, and the Series P3 pneumatic press and Micro-Mate hand tool for smaller jobs, as well as three others. All spec sheets can be downloaded free from the Product Literature link at www. pemnet.com.
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