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Current
Transformers, Transducers & Accessories
Catalog 2088-156 page catalog featuring split-core and solid-core
current transformers, potential transformers, electrical transducers for
AC and DC applications, signal conditioners, analog and digital panel
and switchboard meters, current probes, current relays, current
switches, shunts, shunt switches, selector switches, shorting terminal
blocks, fuse blocks, and accessories. Call 614-889-6152 or visit www.flex-core.com --- Flex-Core
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Manufacturers Are Struggling to Find
Skilled Workers
Nearly one-third of manufacturers report some level of shortages
today and over one-half report shortages for skilled production workers
and engineers according to a survey conducted by Deloitte Consulting,
The Manufacturing Institute and Oracle. The report, "People And
Profitability - A Time For Change: A 2009 People Management Practices
Survey Of The Manufacturing Industry," indicates an ongoing talent
challenge facing manufacturing organizations and a continued need for
them to embrace new and progressive talent strategies.
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Manufacturing to Grow 5.7% in
2010
Economic growth in the United States will resume in 2010, according
to the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) in their December 2009
Semiannual Economic Forecast. Manufacturing revenues will grow 5.7
percent in 2010 compared to a 10.7 percent decrease in 2009.
Expectations for 2010 are for the positive conditions experienced in the
second half of 2009 to continue in manufacturing, while the
non-manufacturing sector foresees marginal growth. The overall forecast
projects optimism about the U.S. economy for 2010. The manufacturing
sector overall is positive about prospects in 2010 with revenues
expected to increase in 13 of 18 industries, while the non-manufacturing
sector appears slightly less positive about the year ahead with 8 of 18
industries expecting higher revenues. Business investment, a major
driver in the U.S. economy, will decline as both sectors expect a
combined average of a 5.4 percent decline in capital spending.
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Motors Shipments Rise During Third
Quarter of 2009
NEMA's Motors Shipments Index (MSI) increased 1.7 percent during the
third quarter of 2009. Still, the index continued to reflect a weak
demand environment for motors, lagging nearly 23 percent behind its year
ago level. Inflation- and seasonally-adjusted shipments of fractional
horsepower motors increased for the second consecutive quarter, while
integral HP motors registered their fifth decline in the last six
quarters. This modest gain in motors demand did not come as a total
surprise, given that a host of indicators suggest the U.S. economy
emerged from recession some time during the summer. Indeed, real GDP
expanded 3.5 percent on an annualized basis during the third quarter.
Consumer spending perked up and the housing market showed some signs of
improvement, with construction, prices and sales increasing during the
quarter. Federal spending bolstered the topline reading as well due to
ramped-up defense spending and a faster pace of release of stimulus
funds. Businesses continue to liquidate inventories, but that process
appears to coming to an end, or at least slowing dramatically.
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Multi-Function Digital Pressure
Sensor
STRATFORD, CT: The new Ashcroft® GC35 digital pressure sensor
provides remote signaling, local reading and pressure control, all in
one small, rugged design. Equipped with a 4-20mA analog output, 4 digit
LED display and programmable switch contacts, this multi-function
instrument performs the functions of a transducer, digital indicator and
pressure switch. The GC35 is offered in ranges from 0/50 through 0/7500
psig and compound ranges to 300 psi, and is available with either a back
or bottom-located pressure connection. Unique qualities include a nickel
plated cast aluminum housing and a brilliant, tri-color "GloBand™"
to provide a 360° visual indication of switch status. Other standard
features include min/max recall and adjustable analog scaling along with
RoHS and CE compliance. --- Ashcroft Inc.
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Serial Bus System for Automation & Motion
Control Offers Convenience
TROY, MI: D Series Serial Bus system for fieldbus communication and
I/O modules support the widely used MODBUS TCP and DEVICENETTM protocols
and require no internal wiring for simple assembly. The ROSS D Series
Serial Bus system offers many benefits, including the flexibility of
plug together assembly for convenient modular manifold construction. The
units are designed for ease-of-use and provide one set of wires to a
valve bank. When the bank is remotely located, this design can prevent
unnecessarily long wiring runs back to the main control panel. This
saves wiring set up time and also eases any troubleshooting efforts. For
maximum design flexibility, the ROSS D Series Serial Bus communication
module offers an extended range of I/O points. It provides various
combinations of up to 352 digital outputs, 256 digital inputs, 16 analog
outputs and 16 analog inputs. This allows one communication module to
control up to 352 output devices or to receive input from up to 256
devices. The broad control ability contained in this one communication
module allows users to save time otherwise spent on procuring and wiring
up additional units. --- Ross Controls
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Turbidity Analyzer, Transmitter, and
Controller
STAMFORD, CT: Omega's new CE compliant TRCN440 series turbidity
analyzers are available in 3 models. The TRCN441 is designed for medium
to high turbidity ranges, the TRCN442 targets lower turbidity ranges
ideally from 10 to 100 NTU and is ideal for applications in the beverage
industry, mining and water treatment. Lastly, the TRCN443 is
specifically designed for ultra low turbidity readings below 10 NTU for
applications like drinking water and pure water. All models are compact
in design, are light weight with the NEMA 4X (IP67), and include local
indication, transmitter outputs and control outputs. --- Omega
Engineering Inc.
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 WIKA - CPG
1000 Digital Precision Test Gauge
The WIKA CPG 1000 combines the simplicity of an analogue pressure gauge
with the accuracy expected when using a digital gauge.
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