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PRODUCT OF THE WEEK
Megasafe -- Ergonomically Styled Heavy-Duty Cutter
Martor USA introduces the Megasafe, the latest development in the SmartKnife line. The 0.63 mm thick blade is highly suitable for use with virtually any type of material. The ergonomically styled heavy-duty cutter made of aluminum, provides for perfectly controlled cutting operations - ideal for use by right- and left-handers, even when wearing protective work gloves. This Cutter features the time-tested MARTOR SAFETY TECHNOLOGY (MST) in that the spring-loaded blade retracts instantly the moment blade edge contact is lost - even if and when the user holds on to the blade push. The safety system cannot be manipulated! "GS-TESTED FOR SAFETY." Easy blade change: no extra tools required.

IMPROVED SAFETY CONCEPT: Previous models of this type of Safety Cutters required the blade to be fully extended before the Safety System responded, NOW the Safety System responds even if the blade is only partially extended. All one has to do is to push the slide to the point where the packaged goods are safe from damage – the maximum extension is 27 mm. --- Martor USA

View a video of the Megasafe in action.
View training videos.
Visit www.martorusa.com to learn more about our products.


PROBLEM SOLVER SPOTLIGHT
Cylinders
Bimba’s legacy began in 1957 when Charles Bimba invented an inexpensive, non-repairable, stainless steel body air cylinder to replace small bore repairable cylinders. The Bimba Original Line Cylinder has since become an industry standard, making Bimba the leading manufacturer in this category for fifty years.

Bimba’s ability to work as an extension of their customer’s design team has enabled the creation of superior solutions with positive ROI. These include, an extensive line of industry-leading air cylinders, rotary actuators, linear thrusters, rodless cylinders, flow controls and position-sensing cylinders. Bimba has proven experience in an ever-expanding variety of industries with a growing breadth of application know-how. Custom solutions are what Bimba is known for, in fact, over half of their business comes from custom and semi-custom applications.

To celebrate fifty years of manufacturing success, Bimba invites you to enter the E-mail Us and Win contest. Simply, complete a short form and give us some feedback about your experiences with Bimba Manufacturing to be automatically entered into a quarterly drawing for a $100 cash prize. Visit www.bimba.com to Email Us & Win!
Bimba Manufacturing



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E-Solution
3D CAD Models Available
Site offers 3D CAD models of workholding fixtures, machine components, and safety products. More than 2,500 individual parts are listed. Models are available in generic format or in 15 CAD software-specific formats and can be previewed and then downloaded as .stp, .igs, .dxf, and .prt files. ---Advanced Machine & Engineering Co Read More

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Index Drives, Conveyors, & More
New catalog features more than 1,000 products, including index drives, overload clutches, parts handlers, walking beam drives, precision link conveyors, servo-mechanical drives, and accessories. ---Teledyne Relays Read More

HOT NEW PRODUCTS - Editor's Choice
Fast Tack Spray Adhesive
St. Louis, MO: Camie 363 High Strength Fast Tack Spray Adhesive is a fast tack, fast grab, low soak-in adhesive. It's especially formulated to bond polyethylene to itself, concrete block, wood and many hard-to-bond surfaces. It may also be used to bond paper, cardboard, fabric, urethane foam, foil, metal, wood, and most plastics to itself and a variety of other substrates. It may be used either for permanent or temporary bonds and used to bond carpet. It is ideal for label applications. ---Camie-Campbell, Inc. Read More

Stepper Drives
Watsonville, CA: ST5-Si stepper drives are programmable for stand-alone operation with Applied Motion Products' easy-to-use Si Programmer™; Windows-based software with integrated tuning. A graphical point-and-click format combines motion, I/O and operator interface functionality for simple machine sequencing. As a result, these drives easily integrate with other devices on a machine such as sensors and PLCs. The drives deliver 24-48 VDC with output current from 0.5 to 5.0 Amp. ---Applied Motion Products Read More

HOT NEW PRODUCTS
Low Cost Conveying Through Hose Or Pipe
Line Vac air powered conveyors convert ordinary hose or pipe into a complete conveying system for bulk materials, plastic granules, scrap, trim, and other complex shapes. Units use a small amount of compressed air to generate a vacuum on one end and high output flows on the other. Line Vac is available in many sizes and materials from stock. Web site offers detailed information, downloadable drawings and PDF literature. www.exair.com --- EXAIR Corporation

Budgit Variable Frequency Control Hoist Helps Cushion Impacts
For those loads with sensitive parts or that need a little more care, BUDGIT recommends the BUDGIT BEHC VFD Electric Chain Hoist. This hoist’s Variable Frequency Control cushions impacts which are inherent with starting and stopping, minimizing wear and tear on the transmission and motor brake and minimizing high-starting current helping to keep this hoist cool. A cooler motor extends its overall life and permits an increase in motor run-time and starts/stops over a standard contactor control. www.budgithoists.com --- Budgit Hoists

Superior to Slip Rings - Maintenance Free
Mercotac rotating electrical connectors are superior to slip rings and feature sealed ball bearing construction. Durable, compact, low-cost connectors offer increased reliability, low electrical noise and less than one milliohm resistance. Mercotac connectors are Ideal for packaging machinery, thermocouples, cable reels, heated rollers, turntables, strain gauges, robotics and control devices. Most models are available for immediate delivery from stock. Sales are OEM direct from Mercotac Inc. Visit our web site to learn more. www.mercotac.com --- Mercotac Inc.

ARMOR TOP™ Abrasion Resistant Topcoat
Armor Top™ represents the next generation of protective coatings that offer you excellent protection against aggressive solvents, salt, dirt, chemical solutions and abrasion on your workplace floor. Armor Top™ is a protective topcoat that lasts 2 to 3 times longer than traditional urethane and up to 9 times longer than epoxy top coats. Armor Top™ was formulated for use in high traffic areas to provide maximum abrasion resistance so your floor will maintain its long lasting finish. With Armor Top™ in place, you can start saving money and get a better return on your investment by eliminating the need to re-coat to re-create the look and feel of a newly installed floor. www.innovationsinflooring.com --- Dur-A-Flex

You'll Gain Precision Alignment with Quick-Release Pins
Gain precision alignment with ball lock and detent pins from Carr Lane. New marine ball lock pins and marine detent pins are made of rust-resistant stainless steel. Carr Lane's standard and heavy-duty ball lock pins come with L, T, button or ring handles. Also available are lifting pins and adjustable grip length pins. Ball lock pins are positive locking, while detent pins have spring-loaded locking balls. Alignment pins from Carr Lane. www.carrlane.com --- Carr Lane

More New Drum Handling Videos Online
A new Can Tumbler video and a Pail Handler video are the latest product demonstration videos - now just a click away! Videos demonstrate cutting edge drum handling products in concise, informative videos. Forklift attachments, drum rackers, rotators, palletizers, vertical lift pourers and below-hook drum carriers. Handle steel, fiber, plastic drums, and cans - move, lift, pour, agitate, mix, roll/rotate, tumble, palletize, rack and more. www.Morsened.com --- Morse Manufacturing

Watt-Flex® Cartridge Heaters
With their unique split-sheath design, Watt-Flex® cartridge heaters expand when energized for maximized bore contact and heat transfer, contract when de-energized for warranted removability. Continuous coil construction ensures a uniform temperature profile; permits a hot-tip option; and eliminates cold sections, warping, and bore seizures. They last up to five times longer than conventional heaters and are available in diameters from ¼" to 1" and several mounting configurations. A replaceable external thermocouple option is also available. For more information call 978-356-9844, e-mail dalton@daltonelectric.com or visit www.daltonelectric.com. --- Dalton Electric Heating Co., Inc.

Podcasts
Listen to manufacturing, engineering and industrial podcasts in your office, on the plane, in the car, at the gym - any time that suits your convenience. These podcasts feature NED editors, industry experts and interviews with leading manufactures on a variety of topics. This month's featured podcasts are Bosch Rexroth's Approach to Hydraulic Cylinders Podcast Series.

Podcast 1: Bosch Rexroth: Multi-Faceted approach
Podcast 2: Bosch Rexroth: Four Sealing Systems
Podcast 3: Bosch Rexroth: NFPA Cylinders- Reduces Wear and Extends Service Life
Podcast 4: Bosch Rexroth: Real Benefits and Value

Listen right on your computer or download these podcasts to your MP3 player at www.newequipment.com/podcasts.

INDUSTRY TRENDS
Difficult Conditions Ahead?
In his latest commentary and analysis on the nation's economy based upon a nationwide survey of credit managers, Euler Hermes ACI Chief Economist Daniel C. North said he saw little change in the U.S. manufacturing and service sectors. "The [survey] data showed mixed conditions, since small gains in the service sector were offset by modest losses in the manufacturing sector," he stated. "While this month's data does indicate a slight decay, we are seeing continued economic expansion in these sectors." According to North's analysis, the manufacturing sector showed losses of 1.3% in September. Meanwhile, the nation's service sector index showed gains 0.6% for September as declines were very modest. However, North said that despite mostly positive results in the survey, "the few negative comments received centered on the housing industry," demonstrating continued weakness in that sector. On a year-over-year basis, the combined manufacturing and service sectors showed declines of 2.3% -- a further telltale sign of an economic slowdown. "The data indicates that, as far as credit managers are concerned, the economy is definitely deteriorating, but not by much, and at a rather slow pace," North concluded.

FEATURED LINKS
Panel Meters
Red Lion Controls CUB5 digital and CUB5 analog series panel meters are less expensive and less than half the size of most standard 1/8 DIN panel meters. Learn more today! www.redlion.net --- Red Lion Controls






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